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Executive Programs

Our offerings for seasoned professionals include a top-ranked Executive MBA program and non-degree Executive Education and short courses designed to help you become the leader you were meant to be.

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Executive MBA

Our top-ranked Executive MBA program attracts leaders from all industries. If you’re an experienced executive who wants to strengthen and even transform your leadership skills while remaining in your current job, then our EMBA program may be the perfect next step.

When the fire chief asked for a three-year fleet study, I was able to apply concepts from my analytics class and give him everything he needed. He said, "I can see your MBA is paying off already."

Ruy Lozano

Executive MBA

Ruy Lozano, Rice Executive MBA

Executive Education

Our Executive Education programs are taught by internationally-recognized faculty  the same faculty who lead our MBA programs. Deliberately designed to be interactive for deep learning, our open enrollment and custom programs provide you and your organization the opportunity to take charge of your personal and professional development.

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