Not All MBAs Are Created Equal

With so many MBA programs to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? There are major differences in quality, program design and faculty experience that you should take into account when choosing a school.

Online Degrees. It can be difficult for students to learn important skills and concepts, such as leadership and organizational behavior, in an exclusively online setting. A face-to-face environment offers the opportunity to learn through interaction with others while simultaneously forging the connections that can be so important to your success.

Shortcut to Success? Many schools offer a 1-year MBA program. However, these programs typically eliminate some of the most important core requirements. In addition, some employers may not recognize a 1-year MBA as a comprehensive business management degree.

Keeping Quality High. Some schools are doing anything to attract applicants, even if quality is sacrificed. Some executive MBA programs accept students with fewer than five years of work experience. A true executive MBA program is designed for professionals who have at least ten years of professional work experience. At the Rollins MBA-Crummer Graduate School of Business, we believe that quality always comes first.

Finding a Program that Meets Your Needs. Make sure that the program you are considering aligns with your experience and time commitment. Rollins offers a range of innovative MBA program formats designed to meet every need, including full-time, evening, Friday and Saturday programs.

Unique and High Value Learning Experience. Rollins commitment to its learning culture offers long-term benefits for its students. Students graduating from Rollins MBA-Crummer Graduate School of Business often see a significant increase in their salaries upon graduation.

These are some of the reasons why Rollins MBA-Crummer Graduate School of Business has been ranked the #1 MBA in Florida by Forbes and BusinessWeek.

Applications being accepted for Fall 2009 and Spring 2010.

The Rollins Professional MBA Evening Program is currently accepting applications for both the Fall 2009 and Spring 2010 semesters. The $50 application fee is currently being waived for all applicants.

Applicants should submit the online application, along with their resume and statement of purpose. The remaining documents can follow at a later time. Materials can be sent via email to escalamonti@rollins.edu or via regular mail to:

Eric Scalamonti
Program Coordinator, Professional MBA Program
Crummer Graduate School of Business
Rollins College
1000 Holt Avenue-2722
Winter Park, Florida 32789

For details on the application process, please visit http://www.crummer.rollins.edu/pmba/admissions.shtml.

For more information, contact 407/975-6410.

Information Session for Working Professionals Tonight

The Rollins MBA is hosting an information session for working professionals tonight at the Sheraton Orlando North in Maitland.

Please join us to learn how the Rollins Corporate, Professional and Saturday MBA programs.

• Deliver a higher return on investment than most MBA programs.
• Enable you to take control of your career goals.
• Prepare you for the challenges of a competitive global economy.

Call 407/646-2405 for your information.

Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Location: Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Rd, Maitland FL 32751
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Summer Commencement at Knowles Memorial Chapel

Graduating PMBA students:

We have been very fortunate to acquire the use of the Knowles Memorial Chapel for our Summer 2009 commencement exercises. We have in the past been asked by graduates if this might be a possibility due to the smaller number of graduates marching in the summer commencement. There is no change to the date or starting time of the event, but please note that we are moving the actual event from the larger Harold & Ted Alfond Sports Center to the Knowles Memorial Chapel.

This change in venue will require us to use tickets for the guest of our graduates. Each graduate can order up to six tickets and request additional tickets that might be available at a later date. Graduates are asked to only order the exact number of tickets they need to ensure that all of our guest can be accommodated.

Commencement is a very special day for you and your family, and the goal of the school is to make the experience one you will remember for years to come. We look forward to sharing this moment with you, your family, and friends.

Rollins College to Host ALPFA Members Forum Discussion

Rollins College will host the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting members for a reception and presentation on Thursday, May 14, 2009. Join us for a great networking hour from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by a presentation at 6:30 p.m.

During the presentation Rollins will lead a forum discussion on their MBA program for Accounting and Finance, exploring the feasibility of having their program run in intervals instead of in consecutive semesters because of tax season. Don't miss the opportunity of being part of this dynamic discussion which stands to mold future curriculum details based on student needs.

The event will be held in the Cornell Fine Arts Museum on the campus of Rollins College located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, FL. Below is a link on the Museum's Web page that showcases this building from the outside: http://tars.rollins.edu/cfam/staff/.

The Cornell Fine Arts Museum is at the very (East) end of Holt Avenue - the main artery of the campus. Directions from downtown:Take I-4 East to Fairbanks Avenue (Turn Right) Follow Fairbanks Avenue to the light at Park Avenue (Turn Right) The first stop sign is Holt Avenue (Turn Left) Holt Avenue ends in front of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum.

Beverages and light hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Please RSVP now at: events@orlando.alpfa.org. We look forward to having you join us!

Round Two Application Deadline

The deadline for Round Two applications is June 1, 2009. Applicants who would like to be considered for Fall 2009 admission to the Professional MBA program should submit the online application, statement of purpose, resume, two letters of recommendation and transcripts prior to June 1. Interviews and GMAT exams can follow at a later date.

Apply online at http://www.crummer.rollins.edu/pmba/admissions.shtml

Contact 407/646-2405 for more information.

Summer A Begins Tonight!

Welcome back PMBA students.

Please visit http://www.crummer.rollins.edu/student_records/ for course schedules and room numbers.