The primary objective of the Executive MBA degree program is to provide for the delivery of a state-of-the-art MBA program to business communities in various regional and global settings. The program is designed to meet the needs of executives and professional managers in organizations in Southern Illinois and the world by addressing current and emerging issues in international relations and business.

The program is also designed to enhance important aspects of the individual student's professional and academic growth. The curriculum provides opportunities to improve critical thinking skills, strengthen communications skills, increase and improve organizational and leadership skills and enhance decision making skills in complex environments. Program emphasis will be on bridging the gap between theoretical and practical aspects of business problems through case analysis. It is designed to enhance professional and academic growth through:

• Developing critical thinking skills by in-depth analysis of business problems through case studies;
• Strengthening communication skills using class discussions, written assignments and required oral presentations;
• Increasing organizational and leadership skills through team projects;
• Broadening comprehension of the environmental variables affecting organizational performance;
• Emphasizing the global nature of today's business environments and its impact on decision making;
• Enhancing decision making skills in complex environments by the use of quantitative techniques, computer simulations, database management and business games;
• Integrating the theoretical and practical aspects of business through case analyses and projects with areas businesses; and
• Providing professional development and networking opportunities through business-to-student seminars and speaker programs.