Ohio University's Professional MBA combines the flexibility of online courses with the rich experience of collaborating and networking on campus. The in-person class meets once per month, providing hands-on learning experiences that hone what you learn through the online coursework. Meet with your instructors face-to-face and collaborate with other professionals, building teamwork and leadership skills that modern business demands.
Experiential Learning is just one benefit of the Professional MBA program. Learn more about the online courses or complete the form to connect with an Admissions Advisor.
Experiential Learning builds on your online coursework while allowing you to learn and engage in a face-to-face environment.
"The once-a-month, Saturday sessions are really dynamic – much like an executive session or training in the corporate world. Our PMBA classes are very hands-on as we simulate and solve for real-world issues.” – Tom Marchese, Associate Professor of Instruction; Director, PMBA; Associate Director, COB Honors Program
The Professional MBA offers an array of opportunities for experiential learning, including:
Delve into product development, marketing, branding and additional concepts relevant to business careers. You'll enrich your education with highly constructive and diverse activities that use real-world research from global companies.
Benefit from one-on-one mentoring with a focus on analyzing data as you learn to glean business insights and make data-driven recommendations. Ohio University's faculty includes professionals with extensive leadership experience — tap into their expertise directly as you ideate concepts, analyze issues using data and get guidance on go-forward strategies.
Team up with professionals in your cohort to analyze financial statements, develop a marketing plan and perform descriptive analytics. These interactions make Ohio University's Professional MBA more than an impactful education — it's also a great way to form lasting professional connections.
Demo technology as you learn about augmented reality, virtual reality systems, manufacturing drones and other innovations through a business lens. Plus, gain hands-on experience involving artificial intelligence activities using a United Nations system that simulates ethical dilemmas with AI.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Experiential Learning opportunities available in Ohio University's Professional MBA program. To learn about additional benefits not covered here, contact our admissions team.
Yes. Our Experiential Learning sessions provide opportunities to collaborate and engage face-to-face with other professionals in your cohort. These interactions offer opportunities to form valuable career connections and build your professional network.
Ohio University's Experiential Learning sessions take place one Saturday each month throughout your Professional MBA program. You'll complete the rest of the coursework online with the flexibility to continue working while pursuing your Professional MBA.
The Experiential Learning activities include interactive professional development sessions, lively discussions, group projects and presentations to other professionals in your cohort. Moreover, Ohio University's expert faculty provide direct mentoring and guidance to prepare you for career success.
Yes! In addition to our monthly Experiential Learning sessions, you'll join fellow students at Ohio University's Leadership Development Conference in Athens, Ohio. We designed this two-day conference to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application. You'll explore various aspects of leadership, including how to lead yourself and others while preparing to manage businesses and enterprises in today's business environment.
The Professional MBA concludes with an Applied Business Experience course, where professionals engage in consulting or simulated business activities. Build real-world experience in defining business challenges, assessing an organization and devising an action plan with practical solutions. To explore the coursework further, visit the MBA curriculum page and choose the 'Professional MBA' tab.