Why the Smith EMBA?

Executive-Level Outcomes

A Smith Executive MBA enables you to realize your full potential, providing the tools you need to take your career to the next level—with the guidance of Smith’s world-renowned faculty and in the company of Smith people who are changing the very nature of business.

Leaders for the Digital Economy
Armed with a broad understanding of a full range of business disciplines, an executive-level perspective and a keen understanding of the convergence of business with technology, Smith graduates move on to significant positions of leadership. EMBA alumni hold positions of leadership in organizations such as America Online, Boeing, Booz Allen Hamilton, Credit Suisse First Boston, Hewlett-Packard, the International Monetary Fund, Marriott International, Oracle, and the U.S. Department of Labor.

Connectivity
We live in a high-tech world, but leadership is still a high-touch skill. You can build relationships for yourself and your organization more effectively with the Smith School’s expansive and far-reaching network of connections.

Tapping into the UM Network
Maryland’s network of nearly 270,000 alumni, which includes 42,000 Smith School graduates, is a rich, lifelong resource. Active regional alumni groups allow you to network with Smith graduates in your area and around the world.

  • The University of Maryland has 23 regional alumni chapters around the world

  • Smith alumni are active in various alumni chapters and committees;
    Smith’s rapidly-growing China Alumni Chapter has more than 100 members

  • The eAlumni Network is an online resource enabling Smith School graduates
    to network with other alumni worldwide