In the FIU EMBA program, you’ll join a diverse and dynamic cohort of working professionals from a wide range of industries. The relationships borne out of the FIU EMBA experiences are unlike any other – you will not only benefit from the critical perspectives of your peers as collaborators in the classroom, but also as professional colleagues, and likely, lifelong friends.
Our Class at a Glance
- Average Age: 37
- Average Years of Work Experience: 13
- Average Salary: $139,000
- International students (born outside the US): 58%
| Countries Represented | Industries Represented |
| Cuba | Aerospace & Aviation |
| Dominican Republic | Energy |
| Ecuador | Finance/Banking |
| Guatemala | Food & Beverage |
| Honduras | Healthcare |
| India | Logistics |
| Jamaica | Media & Entertainment |
| Mexico | Non-profit & Government |
| Netherlands | Technology/Internet Services |
| Nicaragua | |
| Peru | |
| Poland | |
| Spain | |
| United States | |
| Uruguay | |
| Venezuela |
Kidsan Barnes
What surprised you most about the EMBA program once you started?
I was happily surprised at how the program focuses on real-life business situations vs. historical scenarios that have changed over time. Our professors made it clear that history was important for understanding the evolution of certain circumstances. Most important is putting yourself in a scenario and mapping out results and decisions (financial, personnel, operations etc.) in a real time economy.
Alvaro Ramalho
How would you describe the EMBA learning culture and environment?
The EMBA students are the real drivers of the culture. As a cohort we work together to create a collaborative environment conducive to learning both inside and outside of the classroom.
Sean Bond
What surprised you most about the EMBA program once you started?
When the project started I was delightfully surprised how diverse the cohort was in terms of culture and industry experience. Being a part of such a diverse group of leaders it provides different perspectives to help identify solutions in today's fast paced business world.
Daniel Landrau
How strong is the sense of community in your EMBA program?
The sense of community is very strong within the EMBA program. You are gaining twenty plus friends for life along this journey.
Elizabeth Cook
What has been the most valuable aspect of the EMBA program?
The most valuable part of the program are the connections you make, both inside and outside of the classroom. FIU invites many industry leaders to campus to expand our network. In addition, many professors offer to bring you to professional society meetings or associations they belong to.