University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business
Contact Information
Anne Sandoe, Director of MBA Programs
Jennifer Smith, Director for MBA Admissions
Phone: (303) 492-8397
Fax: (303) 492-1727
Website URL: http://leeds.colorado.edu/mba
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MBA Degree Programs
MBA
Full-time, 22 month
immersive experience
with summer internship
option
Part-time, 24 month
Evening MBA designed
for working professionals
MS in accounting
PhD in accounting, finance,
marketing, management
or information systems
and operations
Non-degree Executive Education
Accreditation
The Leeds School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), which represents the highest standard of excellence in management education worldwide and demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement and peer review.
Admission Requirements
Admissions requirements for these programs are detailed on the Leeds School of Business website under the MBA and Evening MBA "Admissions pages". Requirements for the MBA program include the following:
- Completion of a bachelor's degree
- Official copies of transcripts for each college or university attended
- Two professional references
- Responses to several essay questions in the application
- Official GMAT score not more than 5 years old
Description of Learning Environment for Students
The Leeds School of
Business at
the University of Colorado
Boulder fosters a supportive
and collaborative environment
that encourages intellectual
competition and the
sharing of ideas in
an eager and receptive
environment. A key differentiator
of the Leeds School
is our focus on how
ethical, sustainable
business practices enhance
the way we conduct business
today.
Whether it's
the Socially Responsible Enterprise course, a course
on smart growth in real
estate development,
or courses on how environmental
management can result
in corporate profits,
the Leeds School is
dedicated to encouraging
programs that contribute
to the world's understanding
of the impact business
has on society.
The goal of the MBA program is to provide
you with a rich educational
and extracurricular
environment that will
prepare you for success
in an increasingly complex
global work environment.
Professors use a blend
of formal lectures,
class discussions, case
studies, and company-based
consulting projects
to offer you a comprehensive
understanding of world
business. In addition,
co-curricular activities
sponsored by the school,
student organizations,
and the business community
enhance the academic
experience by providing
you with a wide variety
of projects, mentors,
internships, and networking
opportunities with the
professional community.
Faculty
As world-class academics involved in business research, private consulting and international teaching opportunities, Leeds faculty members bring cutting-edge perspectives to the MBA program. Additionally, the School has established several centers to promote research and involvement in specific areas. The reputations of the Robert H. and Beverly A. Deming Center for Entrepreneurship, the CU Real Estate Center, the Center for Education on Social Responsibility, and the Richard M. Burridge Center for Securities Analysis and Valuation play a key role in the school's success. The centers conduct current research in their respective areas and provide important interaction with high-level professionals in a dynamic environment.
Tuition
Tuition costs for the 2011-2012 academic year are:
Full-time MBA
- In-state residents: approximately $14,742
- Non-residents*: approximately $28,800
* (US citizens and permanent residents can typically establish state residency and pay in-state tuition the second year of the program)
Evening MBA
- $8,000 per semester ($48,000 total cost for the 6-semester program)
Military
The MBA program enrolls students each year whose military experience adds significantly to the richness of the shared classroom and team project experience. The small class size is ideal for developing strong relationships with faculty and classmates that will serve as a solid professional network during your post-MBA career.