Executive Business Programs Overview
#11
Online MBA Program
(US News & World Report, 2025)
#43
Best Value Schools
(US News & World Report, 2026)
33%
Students receive promotions before graduating
(Executive MBA Classes of 2024, 2025)
Executive Business Programs through RIT Saunders College of Business enhances purpose and position by linking actionable interdisciplinary insights from class discussion to real-world impact.
Lead Tomorrow's Innovations
RIT’s Executive MBA programs and Executive Education programs are designed for established professionals and emerging leaders at the intersection of business and specialized industries. The programs feature exceptional faculty and industry experts who integrate their insights into the curriculum which emphasizes leadership development, strategic thinking, innovation, data-driven decision-making, and leveraging AI.
Executive MBA Overview
Online or Hybrid, the Executive MBA's cohort-based curriculum empowers students in:
- Strategic Thinking, Personal and Collaborative Leadership
- Data-driven Analysis and Decision-Making
- Financial frameworks in risk assessment, valuation, and capital investments
- Transformation, Innovation, and Commercialization
- International Business Perspective
- Special Topics in Life Sciences
- Executive Consulting on Real-World Project
Format Snapshots
Online or Hybrid, the following take place in-person
- 3 day Orientation (August and January)
- Business Simulation Residency (May - Fall start only)
- International Seminar (October)
- Hybrid: Fall Start, 16 months (August - November)
- 2 courses simultaneously over 6 weeks.
- On campus courses take place weeks 1 and 5 on Friday and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. One live virtual session takes place week 3 on Saturday 8am-12:30pm EST. Days and Times subject to change.
- Learn more about the Hybrid Executive MBA
- Online: Fall or Spring Starts, 16 months (August -November or January-May)
- 2 courses simultaneously over 6 weeks.
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Live 1 Hour Online Session per class, up to 4 sessions weekly. Classes are recorded and scheduled Mondays-Thursdays between 7pm-10pm EST. Days and Times subject to change.
Executive Education
Executive Education offerings include workshops and custom executive certificate programs tailored to organizational strategic goals. From Data/ Ai Readiness to Leading Innovation through Collaboration and the Me1st Mastermind, these programs are available in in-person, hybrid, or online formats ranging from one week bootcamps, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, and up to 12 months.
Exceptional Alumni
From Classroom to Commercialization
Reuben Zielinski ’85 (electrical engineering), ’96 (EMBA) developed patented vacuum drying technology that removes moisture from electronic devices including cell phones, tablets, and hearing devices. He credits the Executive MBA with enhancing his entrepreneurial endeavor and creating a successful business plan for Redux.
Transforming Leadership with Authenticity
Christina Gullo '06 (EMBA) is a dynamic leader with a legacy of transformation. As President/CEO of Villa of Hope (2010-2023), she spearheaded a fiscal turnaround, strategic evolution, and a powerful DEIB initiative—reshaping the organization into a leading behavioral health provider. A published author and award-winning leader, she continues to mentor women and serve on multiple boards, driving impact in business and the community.
Championing Veterans, driving impactful change
J’nez Thomas‘20 builds community by championing veteran success. As first runner-up for the 2023 Ms. Veteran America national competition, she’s found versatility in communication, a core military skill, transcends any profession and walks of life. She continues to actively advocate for Veterans equality on local Ohio-based podcasts, professional speaking engagements and educational seminars.
A Journey from Engineer to Robotics Trailblazer
For Milton Walker ‘23 (Online Executive MBA), the journey from hands-on engineer to seasoned leader in robotics and digital transformation has been defined by curiosity, adaptability, and a relentless drive for growth.
Scaling Global Innovation: The creative convergence of UX and AI
Elizabeth Kiehner '22 is an award-winning author, global speaker and Chief Growth Officer of Nortal, a global, digital transformation consultancy based in Estonia. She transforms organizations from the inside out while leading digital, business, and workforce change through the creation of strategies designed to provide enduring value and sustainable growth.
Breaking Barriers: Leveraging AI to Enhance Deaf and HOH Services
Chris Soukup '25 (Online Executive MBA), CEO of Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD) encourages companies to, "lean on the vision and spirit of the ADA to create more inclusive and accessible customer service programs in this era of AI" in an article for Harvard Business Review.
From Recreation Leader to Community Catalyst
Michael Cocquyt '18, Senior Program Manager at LaBella Associates, stepped into a whole new career thanks to the program connecting him with diverse classmates and applicable learning.
The Secret to Engineering a Leadership Leap
"Work gets the most of me, but it doesn’t get the best of me." Starting as an engineer and co-op supervisor at Advanced Automation Technologies, Kailee Polimeni ‘24, found this phrase rang true through constant visibility across all shifts on the production floor.
Navigating Project Complexities in Biotech
Outsourced Pharma talks to Tony Sampognaro '23 (Executive MBA) about how his degree has enhanced his abilities in navigating the business complexities of Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations in Biotech.