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1. The Evening MBA: Move Your Career Forward After Work<\/p>\n
If you work a typical 9-to-5, the Evening MBA can fit naturally into your routine. Classes start after the workday ends, so you can commit to your job while earning your degree.<\/p>\n
Even better? Your learning is not limited to the classroom. Projects are designed to reflect real workplace challenges, so you can start applying new skills almost immediately.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe program did a good job of mimicking the real world, where business moves fast and you need to keep up,\u201d said Ben Arnold, Vice President of Paid Media at Little Dot Studios. \u201cI found myself developing skills related to quicker planning and decision-making that became immediately useful in my professional life.\u201d<\/p>\n
2. The Weekend MBA: Keep Your Weekdays Free<\/p>\n
If your weekdays are already packed or unpredictable, the Weekend MBA offers a different kind of balance. Classes are held in-person on Saturdays, so you can focus on school without interrupting your workweek.<\/p>\n
For many students, that structure makes all the difference.<\/p>\n
\u201cI wanted the fastest route to get my degree with minimal impact to my work,\u201d said Dean Heiss, now a Senior Manager at Southern California Edison. \u201cImmediately following, I moved into management. My pay and career options increased as I transitioned from individual contributor to leader.\u201d<\/p>\n
Others point to the broader impact on their skill set.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe program not only provided recognition to be more competitive in the workplace, but also much better skills in marketing, business development, and finance,\u201d said Massimo Masini.<\/p>\n
For Nicolea Pettis, a dancer and teacher, the weekend format made it possible to stay committed to her profession during the week. \u201cIt broadened my perspective on how I could leverage my business skills in creative spaces,\u201d she said, \u201cand empowered me to approach my career with a more strategic and holistic vision.\u201d<\/p>\n
3. The Online MBA: Built Around Your Life<\/p>\n
Need the most flexibility? The Online MBA is designed to meet you wherever you are \u2013 literally and figuratively.<\/p>\n
You can log in from anywhere in California and fit coursework into your day in a way that works for you. That might mean joining discussions on your lunch break, watching lectures after dinner, or studying on your couch once the house finally quiets down.<\/p>\n
And while the program is flexible, it\u2019s far from disconnected. You\u2019ll still collaborate with classmates from a range of industries and gain the same rigorous foundation as on-campus students.<\/p>\n
4. The Day-Time MBA: Go All In<\/p>\n
If you are ready to focus fully on school, the Daytime MBA offers a more immersive experience.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll attend classes during the day, build strong connections with your cohort, and take advantage of internships and networking opportunities. It\u2019s a great option for recent graduates or those just starting out in their career.<\/p>\n
\u201cI decided to enroll at CSULB because of the diverse campus and blend of amenities the city and beach have to offer,\u201d said Samantha Naanouh, who now works in HR at Chanel. \u201cIt\u2019s also a very affordable program that schedules all your courses ahead of time, relieving the stress of enrolling on your own.\u201d<\/p>\n
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One MBA, Four Paths Forward<\/p>\n
No matter which format you choose, the end result is the same: a respected MBA grounded in real-world experience and taught by faculty who understand today\u2019s business landscape.<\/p>\n
The only difference is how you get there. So instead of asking, \u201cCan I do this?\u201d the better question might be: \u201cWhen can I start?\u201d<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve been putting off an MBA because it didn\u2019t seem realistic, it might be time to take another look. With options for evenings, weekends, online learning, or full-time study, CSULB makes it possible to keep your life and your career moving forward.<\/p>\n
Which MBA program is right for you? Find out at CSULB and take the first step to earning your MBA.<\/p>\n