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1 See how we think and do.

2 The Jenkins MBA Difference Located at the epicenter of North Carolina s booming research and technology sectors, the Jenkins Graduate School of Management offers one of the nation s highest-value, top-ranked MBA programs. Designed to meet the needs of full-time students, working professionals and military personnel, the Jenkins MBA offers flexible avenues to success through both online and on- campus programs. Our emphasis on experiential education ensures you are immersed in real-world projects that demand nimble thinking and innovative solutions.

3 The Freedom to Succeed Programs at a Glance Whatever your career goals, we have the program to help you get there. Our adaptable formats help both full -time students and working professionals achieve their objectives with AACSB-accredited MBA options. The Jenkins MBA offers the freedom and flexibility to suit the lifestyle and needs of anyone, anywhere. Full -Time MBA Featuring award -winning faculty, Professional Online MBA For the ultimate in flexibility, Customized Option Students enrolled in our Professional PROGRAM Full -Time MBA Professional Evening MBA Professional Online MBA Customized Option an innovative curriculum and real classes may be completed entirely Evening or Professional Online business experience, the Full - Time MBA is completed in two online from anywhere in the world. Orientation is delivered virtually, formats can combine features of the two programs to truly customize LENGTH 21 months months months months academic years on NC State s and most classes are asynchronous. their MBA program. Working with campus in Raleigh. Professional Evening MBA This format, w ith convenient evening courses held on our Raleigh and Research Triangle Park campuses, allows working professionals to Both professional programs give students the freedom to complete their degrees in as little as 21 months or at their own pace within six years. our academic advising team, students can select their ideal configuration of face -to -face and online courses, class locations and program length to ensure academic, personal and career success. CLASSES Mixture of day and evening classes Typically two evening classes per week during the fall, spring and summer sessions, with optional Saturday classes to accelerate the program Typically asynchronous and easily accessed anywhere with an Internet connection. Assignments completed within deadlines set by each professor within each semester-long course. Select either the Professional Evening or Online MBA as a base program, with the option to mix and match formats and class locations over the duration of the MBA program. choose the schedule that suits their needs. LOCATION NC State campus, Raleigh, N.C. Jenkins MBA Research Triangle Park campus Anywhere in the world with Internet access, Jenkins MBA Research Triangle Park campus, NC or NC State campus, plus a three -day course State campus or anywhere Raleigh, N.C. in Raleigh, N.C. in the world with Internet access ESTIMATED IN- STATE TUITION $45,000 $39,000- $45,000 $39,000 $39,000- $45,000 STRENGTH Customized curriculum Face -to- face classes for Can be completed Completely tailored to and concentrations working professionals anytime, anywhere your lifestyle and needs PROGRAM BEGINS Fall 2016 Fall 2016 or spring 2017 Fall 2016 or spring 2017 Fall 2016 or spring 2017 Based on tuition rates set for the academic year.

4 Concentrations Dual- Degree Programs Your Personal Career Coach Selecting an area of concentration for your MBA is one way to set yourself apart as a leader in your chosen career path. Biosciences Management For students with multiple areas of interest, our innovative dual -degree options are an excellent way to stand out in your industry. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine The Jenkins Career Management Center partners with students to build the foundation for a lifetime of career success. Through experiential education, close ties with the corporate community, personalized coaching and other resources, you ll gain the skills needed to thrive in the marketplace. Entrepreneurship and Technology Commercialization Juris Doctor at Campbell University The Career Management Center Career Management Resources Financial Management Innovation Management Marketing Management Master of Accounting Master of Industrial Engineering Master of Microbial Biotechnology establishes and maintains relationships with more than 200 business partners across a host of industries to provide Pre -MBA career preparation National career fairs Virtual resources and tools Supply Chain Management optimal value to employers Career coaching and MBA students alike. Student clubs and organizations Workshops and webinars Networking mixers To learn more: m ba.ncsu.edu/academics/career -management/ Job boards Our curriculum doesn t look like your grandfather s MBA. Jobs of the future are all going to be associated with technology commercialization and innovation. Ira R. Weiss, Dean and Stephen P. Zelnak Jr. Chair, Poole College of Management

5 Real Results For Ted Mosler, the Jenkins MBA program provided all the tools he needed to turn his engineering know-how into a thriving business. While at NC State, Mosler was a part of the Entrepreneurship and Technology Commercialization concentration, which bridges the gap between the laboratory and the marketplace. This highly focused experience helped to shape his perspective on design and development. Mosler pursued his MBA while working as an engineer for a medical device company. Within a year of graduation, he and two colleagues founded Gilero Biomedical, which specialized in the design and development of medical devices. Through a merger, Mosler s company is now a vertically integrated biomedical resource named EG GILERO, which operates in the United States and Asia. Mosler serves as CTO and is also an established inventor with more than 50 U.S. and foreign patents to his name students have helped real-world startups raise more than $220M in funding through our Entrepreneurship and Technology Commercialization program.

6 Paying for Your MBA Financial Aid The Jenkins MBA combines academic excellence, affordability and desirability to give you a powerful return on investment. It s possible to complete your education for much less than comparable programs. In- State Tuition Out-of-State Tuition To be considered for NC State financial aid, it is best to apply to the Jenkins MBA program before the January deadline for financial aid applications. Graduate assistantships and NC State scholarships are available to full -time students only, with the exception of the Fails Graduate Fellowship. FULL- TIME MBA $44,698 $73,866 Assistantships Students who show strong academic promise and leadership potential Consumer Innovation Consortium Scholars Program The Consumer Innovation Consortium Entrepreneurship (HiTEC) Scholars Program A unique joint venture managed PROFESSIONAL MBA (NC STATE CAMPUS) $42,264 $70,620 may be awarded assistantships. Compensation includes full or partial tuition coverage, health insurance is an academic -corporate partnership designed to disseminate cutting - edge consumer research knowledge by NC State s Poole College of Management and College of Engineering, this program teaches PROFESSIONAL MBA (RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK CAMPUS) $39,057 $58,908 and a stipend of $3,000 per semester. Awards are typically made during the admission process, before to companies, develop new insights through research partnerships and train a new generation of business systematic and process-based approaches to launching and growing technology -rich businesses. Selected students begin the MBA program. graduates to combine strategic students will receive full tuition ONLINE $39,057 $58,908 Graduate assistants work up to 20 hours per week for the MBA program consumer-behavior knowledge with innovative research techniques. coverage, health insurance and a stipend of $6,000 per semester. in various positions. Selected students will receive full In return, scholars will be expected Jenkins MBA students can expect to pay the estimated tuition amounts listed in the table above, based on tuition rates set for the academic year. All amounts are minimum estimates for full program tuition and do not include the cost of books, materials or future tuition increases. Employer Support Earning an MBA is valuable not only to you but also to your employer. Some employers are willing to provide financial support to their tuition coverage, health insurance and a stipend of $6,000 per semester. In return, scholars will be expected to work closely with faculty and partner companies on applied research projects. to work closely with faculty and partner companies on applied research projects. Supply Chain Scholars Program The Supply Chain Resource employees pursuing an MBA. Cooperative is a unique industry- On our website, you will find tips university partnership dedicated to for making a case for employer advancing the supply chain industry financial support. and the professionalism of its Loans You may be eligible for long -term, practitioners. Selected students will receive full tuition coverage, health insurance and a stipend of $6,000 low- interest federal loans, including per semester. In return, scholars will Perkins and Stafford loans. Interested be expected to work closely with students must complete a FAFSA faculty and partner companies on application. applied research projects. For more information: fi nancialaid.ncsu.edu or call (9 19) To learn more about available tuition and financial aid options: mba.ncsu.edu/admissions/tuition -and- financial -aid/

7 How to Apply The Jenkins MBA program is looking for applicants who display intellectual rigor, leadership skills, aptitude for teamwork and a desire for innovation and entrepreneurial thinking within the world of business. Admissions Requirements Four -year bachelor s degree (or U.S. degree equivalent) from an accredited university Completion of an undergraduate statistics or calculus course with a grade of C or better prior to beginning MBA coursework. You may apply prior to completing this requirement, but a transcript indicating completion must be received and reviewed before the semester begins. Two years of full -time, post-baccalaureate professional employment is required for applicants to the Professional Evening and Online MBA programs. The same experience is highly recommended but not required for the Full -Time MBA program. Work experience waivers may be considered for those with military service or special circumstances. Application Checklist Completion of the Graduate School s online application form, including the MBA supplemental application Personal statement and essays Three letters of recommendation Transcripts from each university attended Official GMAT or GRE scores, unless you apply for and are approved for a waiver Admissions Deadlines The Full -Time MBA program admits students to begin the program once per year, in the fall term. Admission to the Professional Evening and Online MBA programs is granted for both the fall and spring terms; the fall term begins in August and the spring term begins in January. FALL SEMESTER Full -Time MBA Deadlines Round 1: October Round 2: January Round 3: March Official TOEFL or IELTS scores (for international applicants only), unless you apply for and are approved Professional MBA Deadlines Round 1: February Round 2: April for a waiver $75 nonrefundable application fee ($85 for international applicants; waived Online MBA Deadlines Round 1: February Round 2: April for military applicants) Interview (the MBA Admissions office SPRING SEMESTER will contact you once all application materials are submitted) Professional MBA Deadlines Round 1: July Round 2: September Online MBA Deadlines Round 1: July Round 2: September CONTINUED For information on qualifications: m ba.ncsu.edu/admissions/qualifications/ For more information about our admissions process: m ba.ncsu.edu/admissions/

8 Take the Next Step The best way to learn about what we can offer you is to talk with the experts. Our staff host a range of admission events to give future applicants an inside look into the Jenkins MBA program. Attend an Admissions Event At our in -person information sessions, program staff discuss the curriculum and our admission process, and alumni are often invited to share their experiences in the program. You will have the chance to ask questions and meet with admissions representatives. In addition to these information sessions, we host or participate in a variety of other events: Lunch-and-learn events MBA recruiting fairs Live webinars GMAT/GRE test preparation sessions One -on- one consultation Visit a Class We invite you to request a class visit at the time and location (Raleigh or Research Triangle Park) that suits you best. We also host virtual sessions with Professional Online MBA students who can share their experiences in the program. Take your career to the next level at mba.ncsu.edu To register for an event or request a visit: mba.ncsu.edu/admissions/admissions -events/

9 Contact Us mba.ncsu.edu facebook.com/ncstatejenkinsmba twitter.com/ncstatemba Raleigh Location 2801 Founders Drive 2124 Nelson Hall Raleigh, NC Research Triangle Park Location 1 Park Drive Suite 130 Durham, NC 27709