Flex MBA Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the Part-Time MBA program?
The part-time program has been reengineered to become the Flex MBA program. It is now more flexible and allows more scheduling options than ever to students who are working full time, are starting businesses, or have changing schedules.
What is the difference between the Traditional Full-Time program and the Flex program?
The Traditional Full-Time program begins with a cohort of students taking the core classes together. They prepare for a possible summer internship and have full access to Career Management services. The program is highly ranked and students take part in a more closely knit MBA community with student clubs and activities. Students must enter the Traditional Full-Time program in the fall. The Traditional Full-Time program is 21 months.
The Flex program is geared for the working professional. Students can complete the Flex MBA at their own pace (up to 15 credits per semester). There is no summer internship option and access to Career Management services are limited. Students have the flexibility to begin the program in the fall, spring, or summer and can take classes at our satellite locations in Jersey City or Madison.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Flex MBA program compared to the Traditional Full-Time MBA program?
The advantages are that you can set your own schedule and change it from semester to semester and base it around your work schedule. The disadvantage would be access to the Office of Career Management (Flex students need to complete 30 credits before they have access to OCM) and being ‘part of a class’.
As a Flex MBA students, can I take daytime courses with the Traditional Full-Time program in Newark?
Not in the core classes that are specifically for the Full-Time cohort, but there will be some overlap in foundation and elective classes.
What courses are available on weekends?
The course offerings on Saturday's vary each semester and by campus. Courses will be listed on the web registration pages for each registration period. Classes are usually between 1-3 credits, and most often are Special Topics elective courses on new and current topics in business. Classes are not offered on Sunday's.
What is the profile of a typical Flex MBA student?
The Flex MBA student profile is a 573 GMAT score, a 3.2 GPA, an average of 6 years and 8 months of full-time work experience, and an average age of 30 (based on entering Fall 2011 students).
What are my career management options as a Flex MBA student?
Flex MBA students must complete 30 credits and be free of any contractual employment obligations before registering with the MBA Office of Career Management.
If I’m a Flex MBA student, can I switch over to the Traditional Full-Time MBA program?
The Admissions office will make these decisions on a case-by-case basis. Typically, if a student has completed more than 6 credits in the Flex program, they will not be able to switch to the Traditional Full-Time program.
I can’t take classes next semester (due to work related projects, family, etc.). Am I allowed to take time off?
Yes. Students have 8 years to complete their MBA program. If a student takes three (3) consecutive semesters off, then he/she must fill out a readmission form with the Student Services office. This form can be found here.
Am I allowed to take up to 15 credits each semester in order to graduate in two years?
Yes.
Am I allowed to take some classes in Newark and New Brunswick during a semester?
Yes, students are allowed to take class at either campus based on availability.
Can I complete the program entirely in Madison or Jersey City?
No. Only the core and foundation courses are available at the satellite locations. The elective courses must be completed at either the Newark or New Brunswick campuses.
