ALL DIFFERENTS TYPES OF MBA:
Full-time MBA
The full-time MBA is exactly that:
one-to-two years of full time graduate study. Students attend weekday classes
at a business school and will need to dedicate 12-24 months of their life while
studying for the degree – there is very little, if any time, for additional
work, travel or leisure activities. This is why it is so important to get
family support when embarking on an MBA degree.
Two-year MBA programs are common
in North America. They allow students to become immersed in their studies and
often provide a period of time to embark on an internship.
One-year MBA programs are the norm
in Europe. These programs are incredibly intensive and time-consuming as
everything is taught within 12 months. There is no opportunity for internships
but it does mean students are only out of the workforce for one year.
Full-time MBA programs are
suitable for students with one-to-two years of work experience.
Accelerated
MBA: The accelerated MBA is a
variation on the two-year program. Students can expect a higher course load and
a more intensive class schedule. There is also less time in between semesters
and the summer break is