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Programs MBA Weekend Executive MBA Program Admissions Requirements & Deadlines

Apply to the Weekend Executive MBA Program.

The Weekend Executive MBA Program is designed for self-motivated, experienced professionals with positive leadership styles who will thrive in UNC Kenan-Flagler’s participatory, collaborative learning culture. We seek sharp-minded, driven individuals from a diversity of backgrounds and industries who will offer substantial contributions to the classroom, adding depth to class discussions by sharing work challenges and solutions, and contributing viewpoints based on real-world experience. Enthusiastic support of your cohort peers is critical to success in the Weekend Executive MBA program. We welcome a new cohort in January each year.

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Eligibility

  • Minimum of five years of professional work experience, with eight preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent
  • Proven leadership ability: experience managing people is preferred; but team leadership and management of projects, budgets or products also count
  • General understanding of accounting, statistics, finance, and economics
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills (we use the essay section of the application and the interview to evaluate this)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, including financial and statistical functions

Please note: International students in our Executive MBA programs are not eligible for U.S. student visas. However, students in our Full-Time MBA program are eligible for visa sponsorship.

Ready to apply?

Our Executive MBA application is comprised of two phases, making it straightforward to apply and get an initial response quickly. There is no GMAT or GRE requirement for our Executive MBA programs.

Phase 1
The first part of our application should take no more than 15 minutes to complete. After providing a few basic details, our admissions team will assess your likelihood of finding success in our Executive MBA program. We do not use AI or similar tools to review applications.

You can expect a response and estimated fellowship amount within one week.

Materials you’ll need:

  • Resume (Resume tips)
  • Unofficial transcript from undergraduate degree institution
  • $150 application fee (or application fee waiver)

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Phase 2
The final section of the application is by invitation after completion of Phase 1.

Materials and components:

  • Two essays (500 word maximum, each)
  • Contact information for one recommender
  • Unofficial transcripts from all institutions
  • Interview with a member of the admissions committee

Weekend Executive MBA application deadlines

    • March 30, 2026
    • May 18, 2026
    • July 20, 2026
    • September 28, 2026

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Apply early!

We accept applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply early. Benefits of early application include:

  1. More fellowship funds are available for applicants in the early rounds
  2. More spaces are available in the early rounds
  3. You’ll gain access to current student and alumni groups as soon as you are admitted
  4. Once admitted, you can begin to plan your schedule, and get early access to preparation materials, including MBA Math

Executive MBA Admissions interview

Upon submission of the application, you may receive an invitation to interview with an Executive MBA Admissions Director. An interview is required to secure admission to the program. Consult this guide to help you prepare for the interview.

Admissions decisions

We will notify you of your admissions decision by email, usually within 2 weeks of your interview. Upon admission, a $1,500 deposit will hold your place in the class. This deposit will be applied to your first tuition payment.

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Let us know how to get in touch with you and you’ll receive an application fee waiver ($150 value).  Fields marked with “*” are required.