MBOE

Frequently Asked Questions

The MBOE program features a blended curriculum focused on operational excellence, analytics, leadership, supply chain and innovation. In addition, each student will complete a capstone project that's implemented in their organization. 

Yes – the program is highly integrated, you’ll be able to effectively problem solve, and you’ll see an immediate ROI in your organizaiton.

In between on-campus sessions, you will work on your homework, apply what you have learned in class to your capstone project, and work through your Moresteam modules.

On average, students spend about 7-10 hours per week in between on-campus sessions. 

Reach out to our Assistant Director of Student Services, Teresa Lau, or our Director, Laurie Spadaro, to discuss your emergency. Exceptions can be made, but it is recommended that students attend all sessions.

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, we are allowing students to attend virtually during the live, on-campus sessions. Please contact us to learn more about this virtual option. 

We have an executive summary that you can share with your employer that discusses the value of MBOE both to you and your employer. It also details ROIs that students have experienced from their capstone projects. We'd be happy to set up a time to speak directly with your employer to share more about the program and what they can expect.

In order to be considered for the MBOE program, you must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university. In addition, our students must have at least 3 years of professional experience and be currently employed. 

• Personal resume
• College transcripts
• Essay question
• Letter of recommendation
• Employer sponsor
• Sponsor involvement video
• Interview
• Online Application
• GMAT/GRE scores if GPA is below a 3.0

You are not required to submit GMAT/GRE scores if your undergraduate GPA was a 3.0 or greater, or if you have an advanced degree.

Due to the program being considered part-time, international applicants must have one of the following to attend the MBOE program:

• Current H1-B Visa (you must continue to work throughout the program to maintain this status)
• Permanent US Residency
• Temporary Protected Status

Please be aware, there are additional admission requirements for international students please visit https://fisher.osu.edu/graduate/international-applicants for more information. 

No, the MBOE program is cohort-based and all classes are taken together.

Typically, students use their current employer for their personalized capstone project. However, due to recent events with COVID-19, we are opening up the application to those who are currently unemployed and will work with those individuals to find an alternative project location. 

No, but if you are not from Columbus, it is recommended that you stay at the Blackwell Hotel due to proximity of the classrooms.

The tuition is currently $53,500 and includes: Program materials, meals while the program is in session (breakfast, lunch and coffee service throughout the day), a laptop which you keep after the program is over, transportation to and from local company tripss, an individual coach (and their time and travel) , access to Carmen (Ohio State's 24/7 classroom), executive-level staff support, and first assigned book.

Out-of-state company visits are not covered and cost between $2,500-3,500 during the entirety of the program. Books, which will cost around $200. Travel to and from campus for each session and overnight accomodations. 

Unfortunately scholarships are not available at this time. Since the program helps students create solutions for a current problem at their place of employment, we encourage companies to help financially sponsor their employees. If you'd like more information as to the benefits for sponsoring companies, please contact Laurie Spadaro at spadaro.8@osu.edu or at 614-292-4209.

We offer rolling admissions, but to start November 2021, you must submit an application no later than October 31, 2021.