Is an EMBA right for me?
Are you ready to challenge your thinking and elevate your leadership?
Professionals pursue an Executive MBA at different inflection points in their careers. Some want to expand their influence inside their current organization. Others are preparing for broader leadership, exploring a new industry or building something of their own.
Wherever you’re headed, the EMBA is designed to support that transition through real-world application, executive coaching and immersive learning experiences. Explore the paths below to see how leaders use the program to move forward.
Where do you want the Fisher Executive MBA to take you?
This resonates if you’re thinking…
- "I want a bigger voice in strategic decisions."
- "My role is expanding faster than my toolkit."
- "I need enterprise-level thinking, not just functional expertise."
How the Fisher EMBA supports this direction
Many professionals pursue the EMBA to increase their impact without changing employers. Coursework is designed for immediate application, allowing students to bring real organizational challenges into the classroom and return with practical frameworks they can use right away. Executive coaching provides a confidential space to strengthen communication, influence and leadership presence, while faculty bring top-tier academic insight grounded in real-world decision-making. Immersion experiences and peer learning expand perspective, helping students operate with greater confidence and strategic clarity inside their current organization.
This resonates if you’re thinking…
- “I’m preparing for a larger leadership role.”
- “I need financial and strategic fluency.”
- “I want to move from managing work to leading organizations.”
How the Fisher EMBA supports this direction
For professionals stepping into broader leadership, the EMBA builds the capabilities required to operate at an executive level. Integrated coursework strengthens financial literacy, strategy development and enterprise decision-making, while coaching supports leadership transitions and stakeholder navigation. Faculty-led discussions expose students to complex, real-world scenarios, and immersion experiences broaden market awareness. Many students report expanded responsibilities or formal advancement during or shortly after the program as their confidence and executive readiness grow.
This resonates if you’re thinking…
- “I want to reposition my career.”
- “I’m exploring a shift in industry or function.”
- “I want my experience to travel further.”
How the Fisher EMBA supports this direction
Students pursuing a pivot use the EMBA to build transferable leadership and business fluency. Exposure to diverse industries within the cohort broadens perspective, while faculty frameworks provide language and structure that translate across sectors. Coaching helps students map their strengths to new opportunities and navigate career transitions with intention. Immersion experiences introduce unfamiliar markets and business environments, helping students build confidence and connections that support change.
This resonates if you’re thinking…
- “I want to launch or acquire a business.”
- “I have an idea I want to pressure-test.”
- “I want to drive innovation inside my organization.”
How the Fisher EMBA supports this direction
Entrepreneurial students leverage the EMBA to structure and validate new ventures. Coursework in finance, strategy and operations provides tools to evaluate opportunities and manage growth, while executive coaching offers a sounding board for decision-making. The peer cohort supplies diverse perspectives and honest feedback, and immersion experiences expose students to entrepreneurial ecosystems and emerging markets. Whether launching a venture or leading innovation internally, students leave with a stronger foundation for calculated risk and sustainable growth.
Build to fit your life and schedule
- Classes meet once a month, for three consecutive days (Thursday-Saturday)
- World-class, senior-level faculty
- Access to Executive Coach
- International and domestic immersions included in tuition
- Connect with alumni and industry leaders
- Cohort Size: 25 - 35 professionals
- Required Years Professional Work Experience: 7 years
- Average Years Professional Work Experience: 17 years
- Industries Represented:
- Government/Military
- Health Care
- Finance
- Sales
- Innovation
- Engineering
- Marketing
- Technology
- Manufacturing
- Positions Represented:
- C-suite
- President
- Vice President
- Physician
- Director
- Senior Manager
- Manager
- Supervisor
- Engineer
"The EMBA program helped me redefine my role as a leader. I’ve become more consistent in the office and have started thinking about the legacy I’ll leave behind, even at just 35 years old."
Mark Carrocce Jr., '22
Executive Vice President, R&J Trucking
Questions? I'm here to help!
Hello! I’m Haleigh DePalma, your guide to the Executive MBA program at Ohio State. Whether you’re just starting your exploration or ready to apply, I’m here to provide personalized support. Please don’t hesitate to contact me—I look forward to helping you achieve your goals!