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1 MBA AT-A-GLANCE / RANKINGS & ACCOLADES / PROGRAM OVERVIEWMBA At-A-GlanceTotal Credit Hours: 62Core: 38Electives: 24The School of Business is AACSB accreditedAdmit Rate: 55% (class entering 2013)Field Study Consulting Project: 5 creditsLength of Program: 4 semestersEntry to Program: FallFormat: Full-time / on campusInternships: Strongly suggested / support givenby our Business Career Management CenterCareer Management Assistance: 13-personBusiness Career Management Center withExecutive Career CoachesScholarships / Merit-Based Aid: On average80% of our MBAs received some form of meritbasedaid or scholarshipTuition and Fees: $47,000 estimated for classentering fall 2013 for complete 4 semester programInternship Statistics: Class of 2014 – 98% ofthose seeking accepted a summer internshipEmployment Statistics: Class of 2013 – 89% ofthose seeking had full-time employment within3 months of graduationAdmissions Notations: 2 years professionalpost-undergraduate work experience stronglypreferredAverage GMAT class of 2015: 611Areas of Concentration:EntrepreneurshipMarketingOperations / Supply ChainLeadershipFinanceCustom ConcentrationBachelor’s degree with 3.0 GPA required to applyNo prerequisitesRankings & Accolades & AccoladesBESTGRADSCHOOLRanked #11 in the WEST and #61 NATIONALLY for FULL-time MBA PROGRAMS(US News and World Report Best Grad Schools 2014)The LargestThe University Venture Fund is the world'slargest independently managed fund right inthe heart of Utah. The fund is run entirely byuniversity students and currently has over $18million under management.#2 in Start-UpsIn 2013, The University of Utah once againranked among the top institutions in thecountry for startup formation, coming insecond in the latest survey by the Associationof University Technology Managers. TheUniversity of Utah has been the first or secondinstitution for startups in this survey for thepast six years.Program OverviewIt’s a brave new world out there. That’s why earning your MBA at the DavidEccles School of Business is a different sort of proposition. Our program focuseson industry-agnostic, fundamental business skills that prepare our graduates tobe effective managers in any field.Take Ryan Murri, MBA 2012, who landed a dream job only one month aftergraduation with Stryker, a leading medical technology company based inSilicon Valley. “During job interviews, employers saw that I could take aproduct, develop a commercial strategy, work with a team and ultimatelycomplete a project with superior performance. The most meaningfuleducation I received at the School of Business was learning how to effectivelyand succinctly communicate information and value.”Beyond developing your core skills, you’ll have countless opportunities at theSchool of Business to expand your horizons and explore new directions andindustries. The Full-Time MBA program grants students a two-year licenseto explore, so your primary job for these two years is to think big, exposeyourself to new ideas and shake yourself out of your comfort zone.As a Full-Time MBA student, you’ll be part of a culture that pays more than lipservice to entrepreneurship, innovation and technology commercialization.For the past six years, the University of Utah has been ranked first or secondfor startup formation (22 new companies were launched from campus inTop 25 ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMThe University of Utah has been ranked as a top-25 bestentrepreneur program by The Princeton Review and EntrepreneurMagazine for the second year in a row. In 2013, the David EcclesSchool of Business received rankings for both its graduate andundergraduate programs.The FirstIn 2012, the Masters of Healthcare Administration (MHA) programat the David Eccles School of Business became the first MHAprogram in Utah, and one of only 10 in the western United States,to earn accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation ofHealthcare Management Education (better known as CAHME).2012 alone). Opportunities abound for MBA students to take their educationbeyond the classroom. Murri, for example, worked with engineering studentsat the University of Utah’s Pierre Lassonde New Venture Development Centerto develop a commercialization plan and financial strategy for a pioneeringmedical device.Murri’s story is only one of the hundreds of game-changing successes playingout at the School of Business each year. How do we do it? For starters, abrilliant faculty ranked 20th in the nation for research. A dedicated BusinessCareer Management Center where professional career coaches help studentsto map a career path. An active and engaged alumni network helmed bypeople like Spencer P. Eccles, executive director of the Utah Governor’sOffice of Economic Development, and Robert A. McDonald, former presidentand CEO of Proctor & Gamble. A surrounding state ranked #1 in the nationfor economic outlook. And, a targeted two-year curriculum that stressesanalytical thinking, communication skills and professionalism.SHAPING LEADERS FROM DAY ONE.THE FULL-TIME MBA.Why an MBA from University of Utah?The Full-Time MBA IsYour Two Year Licenseto EXPLOREWe often refer to our MBA programas a “two-year license to explore” andwe design your experience with theinspiration, resources and infrastructureto help our students do just that.Whether you’re coming into theprogram with a plan in place, or you’rehoping to discover new territory thatwill ignite your passion, our programwill test your theories and expand your idea of what’s possible.From the first day of class, we not only encourage students to think big andstrive for something great, but to redefine what “big” means to you.Thinking about pursuing a position with a local distribution company? Whynot think bigger and go after a position working for Amazon.com in theirglobal distribution office? Have a goal of working for a regional financialservices provider? What about working in corporate finance for FordMotors in Michigan or as an analyst for Hershey’s South American division inPennsylvania? Or how about MTV in New York or Rio Tinto in London?These are all recent employment offers to our MBA students.We’ll help you flex your “think big” muscle and prepare to go after yourdream career. Fully engage in our MBA program and you’ll experience atransformation that will change your view of the world, the scope of youroptions and your definition of success.CUSTOMIZED Student ExperienceIf you ask 80 MBA students about their career goals and interests, you’lllikely hear 80 different responses. In our program, we understand the valuein letting students customize their academic experiences both inside andoutside the classroom. Our students start taking electives as early as theirsecond semester and are free to enroll in any business courses that fit theirgoals and interests.Under the leadership of Director Dave Harris, our students have redefinedthe boundaries of curriculum, creating unique opportunities for course creditincluding consulting projects for major companies, starting new campusorganizations and even creating their own courses.Just last year, we had a group of eight students interested in the specialtyarea of industrial design. They pitched the idea to Dave Harris, who notonly approved it, but helped arrange an independent study course with arenowned instructor from the Rhode Island School of Design.If students can envision a creative way to enhance their experience, we don’task if it is possible. We ask, “How can we help?”Immerse Yourself in a FULL-TIME Experienceand Earn Much More Than a DegreeThere are many types of MBA programs out there tempting you on a dailybasis. Programs that promise easier MBAs… faster MBAs… less expensiveMBAs… or worse yet “get an MBA without breaking a sweat”.What?We actually believe that the really amazing results – the confidence,networks and the innovative thinking – only happen when you start to really,really sweat. We embrace the sweat! Sweat is why the full-time MBA is stillthe gold standard when it comes landing a spot in the C-suite.Our commitment is to provide you with a peer group of like-minded,fully committed students that will form an amazing support system andinspiration network. We carefully select our students based on their desire tojump in with both feet, and the energy is contagious; pushing you to do morethan you thought was possible.Leverage the University’s Nationally RankedENTREPRENEURIAL ProgramsThe University of Utah is ranked No. 1 in the country for producing startupcompanies based on university research.Take a moment to take that in.Innovation isn’t just a buzz word at the University of Utah; it’s a way ofthinking that forms the backbone of the many exceptional and differentiatingopportunities provided to our MBA students.MBAs can participate in a variety of unique programs, such as the LassondeEntrepreneur Center and the Technology Commercialization Office, gettingreal experience and insight into how ideas go from concepts and prototypesin the lab to commercialization in the market. Work with medical studentsand engineers in programs such as Bench to Bedside and OpportunityQuest. Tackle the idea end of the process with the Sorensen InnovationCenter. There are over 20 unique programs offered to our MBAs interestedin incorporating the start-up process into their MBA experience.Finance-minded MBAs can hone their commercialization skills from the“invest side” of the equation as associates with the University Venture Fund(the largest student-run venture capital fund in the country) or the UniversityImpact Fund, one of the first university programs focused on social investing.Students participating in theseand many other University of Utahnationally recognized programsbuild a range of industry-agnosticskills including analytical thinking,how to conduct relevant marketresearch, teamwork and the abilityto communicate complex ideas.Participation in these programsprovides an experience that can’t beduplicated in any other MBA program.Learn From Peers in anINTERDISCIPLINARYEnvironmentWith an average of 30 percent of our MBA students participating in dualdegreeprograms in engineering, law, or healthcare administration, ourMBA program provides a unique collection of academic backgrounds inthe classroom. Such a diverse cohort fosters a learning environment thatcreates divergent networks and a unique skill set that can lead to intriguingcareer opportunities.And the benefits of such a cross campus crowd don’t stop in the classroom.There are a variety of experiential programs that match MBA students withstudents from across campus. Working in teams with medical, biology orcomputer science students (to name just a few) creates experiences that directlytranslate into greater preparation to succeed in today’s competitive job market.For example, in addition to business students, the Entrepreneur Club is open tograduate students from across campus. This is exactly the mix of backgroundsand expertise that forms the building blocks of innovation. Likewise, the SorensenInnovation Center, coordinated out of the School of Business, will encourageparticipation from across campus as this new center comes to life in 2013.If your only network coming out of your MBA is your fellow business students,then we haven’t done our job. The world is interdisciplinary and we believethis rich diversity best prepares our MBAs to differentiate themselves andprovide immediate value to employers in a broad range of industries.Our LEADERSHIP TEAM Knows SuccessOur MBA Leadership team knows what success looks like and is committedto delivering a world-class business school experience for our students.MBA Program Director Dave Harris, joined the Utah MBA program in 2013after more than 24 years of experience in higher education, including aterm as the president of Robert B. Miller College in Michigan between 2009and 2012. Dave will leverage his extensive international network to providestudents with increased global opportunities as well as a renewed programfocus on leadership development.2 WHY AN ECCLES MBA?

3 WHY AN ECCLES MBA? / ARE YOU A FIT?Likewise, Sarah Johnston, theDirector of the Business CareerManagement Center, brings 20-plus years in corporate bankingexperience to our program, helpingstudents gain insight and access tocreate opportunities equal to thosein top-ranked MBA programs.Johnston and the rest of our MBAleadership team consistentlyemphasize an entrepreneurial spiritas a cornerstone of our program.They understand that students whoembrace the desire to think big andto create will leave their MBA experience prepared to accomplish great things.ENGAGED PARTNERS in YourCareer ManagementOur students are never alone in their career search, whether seeking aninternship or preparing for life after graduation. The Business CareerManagement Center (BCMC) employs several Executive Career Coaches whoare committed to supporting students in finding the career of their dreams.By offering feedback on resumes, coordinating mock interviews, and assistingwith salary negotiations, the BCMC staff partners with students from the firstday of school until a job offer is accepted.The BCMC was restructured in 2011 and our graduates are already reapingthe rewards. Early employment results for our MBA Class of 2012 showmore than a $15,000 increase in average starting salaries and at least a15% increase in offers from outside of Utah. The class of 2013 also sawgreat success in their search for internships, with 98% of students receivinginternships offers and double digit increases in wages.NETWORK — Leverage OUR NetworkThen Create YOUR NetworkWhether it be Robert McDonald, former CEO of Proctor & Gamble; JeffAtkin, Chairman and CEO of SkyWest Airlines; or myriad other MBA Alumni,being a part of the full-time program automatically enrolls you in a dynamicnetwork of contacts across the nation.The David Eccles School of Business has strongholds of alumni in the BayArea, Southern California, Texas, New York, Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati,and Seattle, as well as in China, London, and The Netherlands. The MBALeadership Team is dedicated to connecting students with key contactslocally, nationally, and globally to help them refine and shape their careers.But wait. The question isn’t so much what alumni network can we provide foryou… the question is how are we going to help you build your own powerfulnetwork?While the Eccles Alumni networkprovides exciting possibilities, it’sreally just a springboard. The realvalue of an MBA is learning howto reach out and build somethingeven more lasting – your ownnetwork tailored to your interests,experience, and career goals.For that reason, our programfocuses on giving students avariety of tools to build thiscustom network. Tools suchas learning the art of theinformational interview ormastering the elevator pitch toturn even a brief encounter into a memorable impression. Specific programssuch as ConnectU or our career leadership course role model this critical setof skills and provide the confidence necessary for success.We will provide the tools, coaching and support, but success will bedetermined only by the boundaries of your own drive to make your networkdynamic, strong, and truly exceptional.Full-Time MBA Program of Study 2013-2015Total hours to complete the MBA degree = 62 credits (38 MBA Core Credits + 24 Elective Credits)MBA 1 Fall — 17.5 CreditsMBA 1 Spring — 15.5 CreditsWEEK ZERO: MGT 6050 (1.5) Foundations of TeamsACCTG 6001 (1.5) Managerial AccountingACCTG 6000 (3) Financial AccountingMGT 6053 (1.5) Advanced Writing for BusinessFINAN 6025 (3) Managerial EconomicsFINAN 6020 (3) Financial ManagementMBA 6000 (1.0) Career StrategiesIS 6010 (1.5) Information SystemsOIS 6040 (1.5) Data Analysis & Decision Making IOIS 6061 (1.5) Production Operations Management IIOIS 6060 (1.5) Production Operations Management I DESB Elective (5.5)MKTG 6090 (3) Marketing ManagementMBA 6001 (1.0) First Year Career Perspectives CourseMGT 6051 (3) Managing & Leading in OrganizationsMBA 2 Year - 29 credits / 5.5 Core / 5 Field Study / 18.5 ElectivesWEEK ZERO: MGT 6054 (1.5) Business PresentationsFall: MGT 6071 (3) Competitive StrategySpring: MBA 6800 & MBA 6810 Field Study (5)Fall or Spring: MBA 6002 2nd Year Career Perspectives CourseDESB Electives (18.5)4 PROGRAM OF STUDY / FALL 2012 MBA1 SCHEDULEThe Four PillarsAre You a Fit for the Full-Time MBA?When reviewing MBA applications, we often ask whether the applicant is a good fitfor our program. Do the applicant's goals match our program’s value proposition?Will the applicant add to the experience their fellow students will receive?This “fit factor” — together with academic readiness, demonstrated leadership andprofessional experience — provides the basis for many of our admissions decisions.And fit can also provide a good starting point for you to assess whether you’rea good match for our MBA.So what exactly does “a good fit” for the Full-Time MBA look like?To help you answer this question, we created the Four Pillars. This set ofexpectations and ideals was developed to help communicate our core programvalues to prospective and current students as well as staff and faculty at theDavid Eccles School of Business.The MBA is an opportunity forexploration and transformationStudents are expected to investin building their MBA communityEngage IntellectuallyStrive for something great — Think BigWe also use them as guiding philosophies as we make choices and decisionsabout the direction of our full-time program. It’s our admissions compass, if youwill. (Or, to be a bit more modern, our admissions GPS system.)These four pillars define who we are as a program.If they inspire and motivate you… if you see your past and your future in theirmessaging, and most importantly, if they resonate with you… then it’s a goodbet our program is a fit for you.Read on to find out more about our full-time program. You’re sure to see thefour pillars strategically woven into the fabric of our MBA program.Fall 2013 MBA 1 ScheduleTIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY9:00 am OIS 6040(1st Session)OIS 60609:30 am(2nd Session)(9:10-10:30)10:00 amCRCC 115OIS 6040(1st Session)OIS 6060(2nd Session)(9:10-10:30)CRCC 11510:30 am break (10:30-10:45) break (10:30-10:45)11:00 amMKTG 6090 ACCTG 6000 MKTG 6090 ACCTG 600011:30 am12:00 pm(10:45-12:05)SFEBB 5130(10:45-12:05)SFEBB 5130(10:45-12:05)SFEBB 5130(10:45-12:05)SFEBB 513012:30 pm1:00 pm1:30 pm2:00 pm2:30 pm3:00 pm3:30 pm4:00 pm4:30 pm5:00 pmEBIT BLOCK: (12:25-1:45) This block of time is held for a variety of MBA activitiesincluding student organizations, guest speakers and company information sessions.During the first semester, the Career Strategies Course (1.0) will be heldon two days a week during this time block.FINAN 6025(2:00-3:20)SFEBB 5130MGT 6051-006(2:00-5:00)CRCC 215FINAN 6025(2:00-3:20)SFEBB 5130MGT 6051-006(2:00-5:00)CRCC 215Schedule is subject to change REV 2/28/2012

5 WHY FULL-TIME?Why Full-Time?Immerse Yourself in a FULL-TIME Experience and Earn Much More Than a DegreeThere are many types of MBA programs out there tempting youon a daily basis. Programs that promise easier MBAs… fasterMBAs… less expensive MBAs… or worse yet “get an MBAwithout breaking a sweat”.What?We actually believe that the really amazing results – theconfidence, networks and the innovative thinking – only happenwhen you start to really, really sweat. We embrace the sweat!Sweat is why the full-time MBA is still the gold standard whenit comes landing a spot in the C-suite. Our commitment is toprovide you with a peer group of like-minded, fully committedstudents that will form an amazing support system and inspirationnetwork. We carefully select our students based on their desire tojump in with both feet, and the energy is contagious; pushing youto do more than you thought was possible.That’s the FULL-TIME Experience.6 WHY FULL-TIME?Use the below chart to help you compare your MBA options:Criteria Full-Time MBA Full-Time MBA Program DetailKey MessagesFull-time immersion program designed for students who are not consecutively employed; Exploration, customization,innovation, networking, building community, intellectual engagement with the worldExploration, customization, transformation, innovation and entrepreneurial environment form the backbone of our Full-Time MBA. The Full-Time program encourages students to strive forsomething great and to engage intellectually with the world to find their passion. The Full-Time MBA is a two-year license to explore.Time Commitment 4 semesters / 62 credit hours Full-time immersion program designed for students who are not working.Network ExposureCurriculum FocusSchool of business network + cross-campus interdisciplinary network, the MBA network includes peers, staff, facultyand alumni, plus a diverse network from across campus.Flexible, Core – 60%, Electives – 40%, Field Study – Yes, Careers Class – Yes, Custom Focus – YesThe Full-Time MBA program allows the entire university population to become part of each student’s network. The program not only encourages networking with students in other disciplines,but has numerous sponsored extracurricular activities which facilitate creating these connections. Full-Time MBA students are provided opportunities to network with students in medicine(Bench to Bedside), engineering (Lassonde Entrepreneur Center and MBA cohort), computer science, biology, chemistry and various PhD programs, as well as professionals working as venturecapitalists, and entrepreneurs (Sorenson Innovation Center).One of the hallmarks of the Full-Time MBA is the flexibility of the program, which enables students to customize their experience to match their individual career interests. The Field StudyConsulting Team Project provides an opportunity for students to collaborate on real world projects that align with their individual areas interest. As part of the Full-Time MBA core curriculum,students take a variety of career-oriented classes that allow them to explore different career options.Custom Focused MBA – strong focus on creating a custom experience The Full-Time MBA encourages students to customize their MBA experience by supporting curriculum alternatives, such as independent studies, specific to their areas of interest.Faculty Quality School of business highly ranked faculty Different graduate programs at the School of Business often share faculty across a variety of programs, ensuring students gain a diverse learning experience.Extra-Curricular FocusYesBy design, almost 70% of the time and energy for our full-time MBAs is directed to activities and programs outside the classroom, with programs such as the Lassonde Entrepreneur Center,Technology Commercialization Office, University Venture Fund, University Impact Fund, Net Impact, Eccles Outdoor Industry Association, MBA networking conferences, study trips, and casecompetitions, just to name a few.Student Clubs and Organizations FocusYesThe Full-Time MBA strongly urges involvement in student clubs and organizations as a pathway to creating networks and community with other students, in addition to developing marketablejob skills and experience. We also encourage students to develop new clubs and organizations if their area of interest is not already supported with existing organizations.Scholarships Yes For the class of 2015, we provided some form of financial assistance to 80% of our MBA students. The majority of assistance was provided through graduate assistantships or tuition discounts.Career Management SupportOut of State Opportunity FocusSignificantSignificantOne of the key advantages of a full-time program is extensive career management assistance. Our Business Career Management Center is proud to offer a 12:1 staff-to-student ratio ofsupport; a level of support hard to find in most full time programs. Career Action Groups, Executive Career Coaches, Career Perspectives Class, Career Leadership course, internship searchassistance, pre-program assessment and preparation, interview preparation and resume assistance are just a few of the programs adding value to the MBA experience.Almost 30% of internship offers for our class of 2013 were from out-of-state companies. Salaries and internship wages associated with out-of-state offers are consistently 20 to 25% higherthan for in-state opportunities. Students wanting to make Utah their post-graduation destination will also benefit from this out-of-state focus as they gain valuable perspective and insightfrom exposure to out-of-state industries and networks.Access to Alumni Yes – school of business alumni network Full-time students typically have the opportunity for greater interaction with alumni due to travel and other time-intensive networking events.InternshipsInternational ExposureFocus on Building CommunityYesYes – internships and extracurricular activity tripsStrong community focusInternships are one of the most critical elements for maximizing return on investment. Internships are also key in helping students find the industry or position that matches their goals andpassions. On average, 95% of our MBA students participate in internships, many that are out of state. According to national statistics, almost 60% of all full-time offers for MBA students comefrom an internship experience.A wide variety of opportunities are available to MBA students wanting to gain international exposure during their graduate program. Last year, we saw our MBA students participate in thefollowing types of international programs: exchange program with the IPADE MBA program in Mexico, international internships and a variety of international travel opportunities offered as part ofthe University Impact Fund and Lassonde Social Entrepreneurship Program. Plans for 2013 include the addition of an international study trip to Costa Rica in March. International study trips areoptional and student-funded.The Full-Time MBA offers a strong focus on developing a thriving student community. Student and faculty dinners, student speaking series and MBA1 to MBA2 mentoring programs are just afew of the ways that we build community in the full-time program.Required Work Experience for AdmissionPreferred 2 years minimumThe amount of professional work experience coming into a full-time program significantly influences outcome in both job offers and salary. The average work experience of our 2013 incomingclass was just over 4 years.

7 MBA DUAL-DEGREESMBA Dual-DegreesWho says you have to limit your career ambitions to a single focus? Certainly not the David Eccles School of Business. We understand that your professionalgoals may bridge academic disciplines and require expertise in multiple areas. That’s why the School of Business offers dual-degree options for our Full-TimeMBA students. Whether you’re interested in pursuing an MBA with engineering, law or healthcare administration, combining studies strengthens your academicexperience and boosts your professional expertise. Our MBA students find unique and challenging opportunities with the Technology Commercialization Officeand the New Venture Development teams in the Lassonde Entrepreneur Center.EXPLORE MBA DUAL-DEGREE OPTIONSMBA/MS EngineeringCombine a Full-Time MBA with a Master ofScience in Engineering. The University of Utah isa worldwide hub of innovation and technologycommercialization, and our MBA/MS Engineeringgraduate students bridge the gap between tech typesand entrepreneurs.74 Credit Hours / 4 yearsSeparate applications must be submitted to thecollege of engineering and the school of business.MBA/Juris DoctorCombine a Full-Time MBA with a Juris Doctor fromthe University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney College ofLaw. Outstanding opportunities exist for studentsinterested in transactional law and in particularspecializations inside the world of technologycommercialization, patent law and the legalities ofprotecting intellectual property.126 Credit Hours / 4 yearsApplications for the MBA program should besubmitted once admitted into the law school.MBA/Master of Healthcare AdministrationThis full-time option prepares students foradministrative positions in hospitals, large clinics,extended care facilities, clinical and referencelaboratories, as well as for positions in healthcareconsulting and with vendors (such as those providinginformation technology to healthcare organizations).82 Credit Hours / 3 yearsOnly one school of business application is neededto apply to both programs.CONTACT:mastersinfo@business.utah.eduBioengineering: karen.terry@utah.eduChemical Engineering: farnsworth@eng.utah.eduElectrical & Computer Engineering: lori.sather@utah.eduMechanical Engineering: grad@mech.utah.eduSchool of Computing: annc@cs.utah.eduCONTACT:Cristina Arteaga, Associate Director of Admissions andFinancial Aidcristina.arteaga@law.utah.eduCONTACT:mastersinfo@business.utah.eduThe University of UtahPhoto by: Lawrence BoyeThe state’s oldest and largest institution of highereducation, the University of Utah is the flagshipuniversity of the state. The University offersPhoto more Credit: than 100 Lawrence undergraduate Boye and 90 graduatedegree programs to over 31,000 students(23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). TheUniversity is noted for its high research profile,its diversity of ideas and people, its stunninglybeautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, andcollegiality of its faculty, staff, and students.Research, discovery, and commercialization playa more prominent role at the University than everbefore. Research and related funding for 2010jumped 27 percent to over $450 million. In 2011,the University’s Technology CommercializationOffice started 23 technology companies. Thisbrings the total number of companies created atthe University to 132 since 2005. For the past sixyears, the U has been ranked among the top twouniversities for launching start-ups.The University of Utah plays a significant role inthe economic vitality of the state. One of the mosteffective recent partnerships developed is theUtah Science Technology and Research initiative(USTAR), a long-term, state-funded investmentto strengthen Utah’s knowledge economy. Thegoal is to create novel technologies which thenleverage the assets of Utah’s research universitiesin creating and commercializing innovativetechnologies to generate more technology-basedstart-up firms, higher paying jobs, and additionalbusiness activity.University Health Care is the Intermountain West’sonly academic health-care system, combiningexcellence in patient care, medical research,and teaching. The U’s Health Sciences hasbeen recognized as a leading regional teachinginstitution and patient-care facility. University ofUtah Health Care was ranked No.1 in the UniversityHealth System Consortium’s 2010 quality study.On the field, it was the inclusion of the Universityof Utah that facilitated the transformation ofthe Pac-10 into the new Pac-12 Conference inJuly 2011. The move both strengthens Utah’sathletic programs and profile and, at the sametime, moves it to a more academically powerfulcollection of institutions.For the past six years,the U has been rankedamong the top twouniversities in the nationfor launching start-ups.Covering 1,534 acres on the east bench of theSalt Lake Valley, the University has one foot indowntown Salt Lake City, the other in the toweringWasatch Mountains just to the east of campus.The mix of the two divergent settings givescampus a unique perspective. For instance, theU’s on-campus housing was the former AthletesVillage from the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Andwhen class is out, U students can be downtown ata Utah Jazz NBA basketball game or on the slopesof a world-famous ski resort in just minutes.8 THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAHThe Best Economic Outlook in the Nation Meets The Greatest Snow on Earth Sure, Salt Lake City is known around the globe for its jaw-dropping scenery and world-class outdoor recreation. Nine distinct ski & snowboard resorts towerdramatically above Salt Lake City, all within an hour’s drive of campus. Southern Utah’s five national parks beckon for easy weekend outings. Starting off the daywith a few runs in the powder or hitting the trails for a mountain bike ride after class is standard procedure here at the David Eccles School of Business.But, The Greatest Snow on Earth has nothing on the title of The Best-Managed State in the Nation (The Pew Center on the States). Or how about these props?Utah ranks #1 in the country for economic outlook (Alec-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness). In Salt Lake City and throughout the state of Utah, business isbooming. The same work ethic and spirit of innovation that helped Utah’s pioneers settle the West is now helping Utah’s economy rebound faster than almostevery other state in the nation. It’s not all work here, though. As the cultural hub of the Intermountain West, the Salt Lake area pulses with diverse live music anddynamic nightlife throughout the year, plus theater, dance and opera. Our dining scene is especially delicious, thanks in large part to a bounty of fresh ingredientsgrown locally. And don’t forget the annual Sundance Film Festival, arguably the most important festival of its kind on the planet, held each January in and aroundSalt Lake. With superlative recreation and scenery, plus significant business and cultural opportunities to boot, it’s little wonder Utah has also been named TheHappiest State in the Nation (Gallup Poll).

10 EXPERIENCE UTAH9 EXPERIENCE UTAHWelcome to UTAH. . .Enjoy your Adventures.Utah is a place of unfathomable natural beauty—with its uniquenatural formations, colorful history and culture and exciting recreationopportunities, it is an American state that contains the best elementsof the great Mountain West and the Desert Southwest. From red rocksplendor to mountain peaks with The Greatest Snow on Earth®, Utah isa four-season world-class destination.#1 #1"Best State For Business And Careers”Forbes Magazine, November 2011 State ranksfor second year in a row#2“America’sTop States forBusiness 2012”CNBC, July 2012After you leave Utah, you will see the world through a new lens.No doubt you have experienced something new, stepped slightlyoutside of your comfort zone, and challenged yourself enough to feelaccomplished. Whether it was photographing that scenic southernvista, or skiing that exciting run you have always wanted to try.For more information about Salt Lake City and Utah, visit:www.visitutah.comwww.utah.comstateparks.utah.gov/www.utah.gov/visiting/travel.htmlwww.bikeslc.com/www.cyclingutah.comwww.visitsaltlake.com14ski and snowboard resorts#3“Easiest place nationwide to start a small business”Thumbtack.com in partnership with Kauffman Foundation, May 201221national parks and monuments

11 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND EXPERIENTIAL ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES / ECCLES SIGNATURE PROGRAMSStudentOrganizationsand ExperientialEngagementOpportunitiesTechnology Commercialization Office*(http://www.techventures.utah.edu/tco)Software Development Center (SDC)Energy Commercialization Center (ECC)*Startup Center for Students (StaC)Pierre Lassonde Entrepreneurship Center(http://www.lassonde.utah.edu)Lassonde New VentureDevelopment Center*Bench to Bedside (B2B) Medical DeviceCompetition*The FoundryPierre Lassonde Center SocialEntrepreneurship Program*Utah Entrepreneur SeriesTechnology Titans Innovation ChallengeOpportunity QuestUtah Entrepreneur Challenge (UEC)Beta Alpha Psi (BAP)Eccles Biz PartnersBoard FellowsBusiness Student Giving and Alumni BoardCase Competition ClubConnect UEccles Outdoor Industry Association (EOIA)*Entrepreneur Club (E-Club)*Graduate Finance ClubFuture Healthcare Leaders of America (FHLA)Graduate Business Student Association (GBSA)Women in BusinessNet ImpactOperations Management ClubSociety for Human Resource Management (SHRM)The Student Consulting InitiativeSustainable Campus Initiative Fund (SCIF)TEK Information Systems ClubUniversity Impact Fund (UIF)*University Venture Fund (UVF)*Utah Real Estate Challenge (UREC)*Eccles Signature Program (see side for details)David Eccles School of Business SIGNATURE PROGRAMSTechnology Commercialization Office(http://www.techventures.utah.edu/tco)The Technology Commercialization Office is anationally recognized leader in transforming newideas into practical, commercially viable productsand services. The TCO provides process support tocompanies and universities to help them successfullycommercialize their intellectual property.Energy Commercialization Center (ECC)The Energy Commercialization Center getsstudents involved addressing the issues of energycommercialization through work driving researchand energy technologies toward the marketplacevia rapid prototyping, pilot development andcommercial-scale deployment of new technologies.The ECC introduces students to its “ecosystem”of industry experts, strategic alliances, researchpartners, venture capital groups and a large pool ofvetted and “de-risked” energy technologies.Lassonde New Venture Development CenterThe Lassonde New Venture Development Centerassists researchers with breakthrough technologiesto determine the commercialization potentialof those ideas while offering students a uniqueexperience in new business development. Thecenter is comprised of graduate students, selectedthrough a competitive process, from engineering,science and business, who work through theschool year on early-stage business development,market analysis and strategies to write businessplans. They work as teams to evaluate and developbusiness opportunities for the technologiesdeveloped in University of Utah labs.Pierre Lassonde Center SocialEntrepreneurship ProgramThe Lassonde Center’s Social EntrepreneurshipProgram partners MBA students with socialinvestment funds to help build and maintaincompanies working to spark development ineconomically troubled areas ranging from Africato Asia to South America. Whether for-profitor non-profit, the companies gain the businesssavvy of graduate students, and the students gainexperiences unparalleled in higher education,working on the ground on international projects.Bench to Bedside (B2B) MedicalDevice CompetitionThe Bench to Bedside Medical Device Conceptand Design Competition provides a competitiveopportunity for students of medicine, engineeringand business to develop a medical device or anovel improvement of an existing device. Thecompetition creates an environment where youngprofessionals in those fields can learn to worktogether in a team dynamic and learn the skillsrequired to design, develop and commercializenew medical technology.Eccles Outdoor Industry Club (EOIC)The Eccles Outdoor IndustryClub (EOIC) leveragesUtah's vibrant Outdoorrecreation industry todeliver experiences thatwill enhance strategicthinking capacity, build projectmanagement skills, and developunique networks for career advancement. Withits emphasis on strategic analysis and projectmanagement, the Club is designed to providevalue to members regardless of their field ofinterest;however networking opportunities will beparticularly beneficial to those considering a careerin the outdoor industry.Entrepreneur Club (E-Club)The EntrepreneurClub, or E-Club, meetsregularly to brainstormbusiness ideas,network and studyentrepreneurship, with the members motivatingeach other as they pursue their respective ideas.Guest speakers help the club explore subjectslike how to raise startup money, what a foundingteam should look like and what industries are ripefor new entrepreneurs to enter. The club is opento MBA and master’s students from across alldisciplines, especially engineering and computerscience, who are interested in applying theirclassroom learning to start-up scenarios anddeveloping the skills to navigate the startup world.Sorensen Global Center for Impact InvestingThe University Impact Fund (UIF) brings universitystudents, investors and social entrepreneurstogether in a collaborative structure, partneringthe UIF with leading social investment firms,impact investors, social entrepreneurs, innovativenon-profit organizations and foundations toidentify, assist and fund social enterprises withsignificant potential. UIF is an affiliate of theUniversity Venture Fund (UVF), which is an $18Mindependent venture fund that leverages the skillsof undergraduate and graduate students fromuniversities across the nation.University Venture Fund (UVF)Founded in 2001, the University Venture Fund (UVF)is the largest student-run private equity fund in theUnited States. The fund is a collaborative effortamong students, universities and the professionalinvestment community. The students raisecapital, perform due diligence on venture capitalopportunities and make investments. In additionto being the largest fund of its kind, UVF is the firstfund for which students raise all the capital and itis the first student-run fund that has a traditionallimited-partner relationship with its investors.ECCLES OUTDOOR INDUSTRY CLUBThe Eccles Outdoor Industry Club (EOIC) leverages Utah's vibrant Outdoor recreation industry to deliver experiences that will enhance strategic thinkingcapacity, build project management skills, and develop unique networks for career advancement.Strong faculty involvement is central to the EOIC value proposition to our members and ensures that Club activities are connected directly to the Ecclesgraduate curriculum.With its emphasis on strategic analysis and project management, the Club is designed to provide value to members regardless of their field of interest;however networking opportunities will be particularly beneficial to those considering a career in the outdoor industry.Board FellowsBoard Fellows, offered by Net Impact, enables University of Utah MBA students to serve as non-voting members of the boards of directors for local nonprofitorganizations. Students are placed with organizations following an in-depth application and matching process. Student fellows learn firsthand the rewardsand challenges of board service, gain an understanding of management in the nonprofit sector, and develop relationships with associate board members. Not onlywill students work strategically with the nonprofit; they also develop deep knowledge about specific social issues in the process while attending board meetings,completing projects and doing research and analysis for the nonprofit.FIND OUT MORE: boardfellows.club@business.utah.eduMBA Program at the UNIVERSITY of Utah ANNOUNCES 13 MILLION DOLLAR DONATIONto LAUNCH GLOBAL IMPACT INVESTING CENTER — Fall 2013Calling all social entrepreneurs, investors and those interested in using business to change the world... starting this fall, the newly launched SorensonCenter for Global Impact Investing will offer numerous “buy side” and “sell side” opportunities for our MBA students interested in impact investing. Fieldwork, international travel, investing boot camp and networking with many of the largest funds and players in the impact investing stratosphere are just someof the direct benefits to our students.FIND OUT MORE: www.ecclesmbaadmissions.com or www.business.utah.edu/ii • masterinfo@business.utah.edu • 801-581-778512 ECCLES OUTDOOR INDUSTRY CLUB / BOARD FELLOWS / SGII

13 BUSINESS CAREER MANAGEMENT CENTER (BCMC)13WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO EXPLOREWhether you’re coming into the program with a plan inplace, or you’re hoping to discover new territory thatwill ignite your passion, the staff at the Business CareerManagement Center will test your theories and expand youridea of what’s possible.BCMC programs that help you explore:• CareerLeaderAssessment• Career PerspectivesCourse• Career StrategiesCourse• Executive SpeakerSeriesWE GET YOU READY TONETWORK AND INTERVIEWBefore you venture into the world to network and interviewwith future employers, we provide you an array of workshopsand courses to help ensure you are ready to showcase yourbest attributes. From basics such as delivering a properhandshake or delivering a crisp elevator pitch to somethingwith countless intricacies such as the etiquette of conductingan interview over lunch, we help our students understandthe all-too-important intangibles of the career search.• Career Strategies Class • Mock interviews• Resume and coverletter writing• Elevator pitch• Workshops andconference preparationsessions• Local Company Visits /Student Treks• Career Fairs• Study Trips• Business Women'sRoundtable• Executive CareerCoaches• Connect U!Engaged PartnersThroughout YourMBA ExperienceWE HELP YOU DEVELOP ACUSTOMIZED CAREER STRATEGYUniversity of Utah MBA students are never alone in building astrategy for landing a great job after graduation. With the assistanceof our Executive Career Coaches and our Career Action Groups,students will develop a custom strategy designed to get you fromoptions to offer.• Executive Career Coaches• Career Action GroupsWE PROVIDE access TOOPPORTUNITY & OPEN DOORSWe know that one of the biggest keys to our students findinggreat jobs is networking, so one of the main priorities of the BCMCis generating opportunities to connect students with potentialemployers. Whether it’s a company information session or oncampusinterviews, a career fair or an alumni networking event, theopportunities to network and start building relationships start onday one. We give you the skills and confidence, provide access toopportunity and then let you make the magic happen.• Connect U• Student Treks (local)• Case Competitions• Study Trips (national and• Access to job postingsinternational)24Business Career MANAGEMENT Center (BCMC)The David Eccles School of Business’s Business Career Management Center works to facilitate mutually beneficial connections between students, alumniand corporate recruiters. A team of full-time professionals and career coaches is dedicated to helping students maximize their graduate school investmentand succeed in today’s competitive job market by providing career-focused resources and training that richly complement their classroom studies. At thesame time, the BCMC works with corporations searching for qualified graduates and interns, and works to attract new companies for information sessionsand interviews at the David Eccles School of Business.BCMC Director Sarah Johnston leads the executive coaching team and BCMC staff, and comes with extensive corporate experience as a Senior VicePresident at Citibank-Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and elsewhere in corporate banking, business development and relationship management withFortune 1000 companies. Johnston received her MBA at UCLA, and her BA from the University of North Carolina, where she was a Morehead Scholar.Career Management in your MBA CurriculumHelping students explore options and prepare for career opportunities is a significant part of our MBA experience and in fact, we think it's so critical, thatwe've added career management to the MBA core curriculum. This intensive course, taken during your first semester will get you interview and networkingready and is routinely one of the program highlights for students.The Career Strategies course is an intensive course designed to define anddevelop your professional goals, help you build a personal action plan andrefine the skills necessary for successful career management during and afteryour MBA.The following subjects are covered in this Career Strategies class:• Mastering the art of networking, including conducting informationalinterviews, creating an effective LinkedIn profile, elevator pitches, andhow to successfully participate at a career fair.• Tools and resources for conducting comprehensive research oncompanies and individuals, necessary for effective interviewing andnetworking. Includes suggestions on what type of information toresearch specific to industry, position and, in some cases, company.Our MBA students are required to enroll in two Career Perspectives coursesto complete requirements for the Full-Time MBA Program. Each CareerPerspectives course is 1.0 credit hours for a total of 2.0 credit hours over thetwo-year program.These courses will provide students with an in-depth look into a variety ofindustries and functions and give students a broad perspective on possiblecareer choices.Requirements for each Career Perspectives Course:• Attend at least five company information sessions (company informationsessions are held on campus)CAREER STRATEGIES (1.0) MBA 6000CAREER PERSPECTIVES (2.0) MBA 6001/02• Interview preparation including group, individual, phone, case study andother common interview formats. Includes mock interview preparation.• How to write an effective resume and cover letter, including strategiesfor adapting content and format for different industries and positions.• Internships search, strategy and support. Launch of Career Action Groups.• Success management, including salary and offer negotiations• Review of the best websites, databases and resources for finding localand national job postings. Our Business Career Management Centeruses Simplicity to post positions available to our MBA students.Our Career Strategies course is taught by Sarah Johnston, Director of theBusiness Career Management Center.Staff, current students, alumni, guest speakers and our career coaches alsoparticipate in conducting the class.• Attend at least three local company visits. Company visits are held at thecompany location and are typically held on Fridays• Attend one study trip. Study trips are usually held over a three-dayperiod over fall, winter or spring breaks. Students will be able tochoose from a variety of trips and will be responsible to cover expensesassociated with the trip.Past trip destinations include San Francisco, Palo Alto, Seattle, Boulder andNew York, with plans to add Chicago, San Diego, Austin and Boston this year.Trips are coordinated by student leadership, and city selection is influenced bystudent interest surveys.14 BUSINESS CAREER MANAGEMENT CENTER (BCMC)5WE PREPARE YOU FOR SUccessFor students who engage with the BCMC from day one,success isn’t a question, it’s a certainty. And believe it or not,managing multiple offers or negotiating salary can be trickyterrain even for veterans. Our staff stands beside you duringthis part of your journey, with expert guidance and adviceon how to transition your MBA into the job of your dreams!• Statistical informationabout standard salariesand industry offers• Salary and offernegotiation• Benefit negotiation• Customized studentmatching with partnercompanies• Dedicated staff focused onbuilding relationshipswith significant local andnational hiring companies• Internship search assistance• Career Fairs• Sponsor of the AnnualMBA Consortium• Business Women'sRoundtable• MBA national networkingevents (NSHMBA, NetImpact, Women MBAs toname a few)• On-campus recruiters /interviewing• Executive Speakers Series• Alumni networking eventsCAREER STRATEGIES (1.0) MBA 6000 + CAREER PERSPECTIVES (2.0) MBA 6001/02 = BCMC Curriculum (3.0 Core Course)On-Campus RecruitingOur on-campus recruiting program brings in a variety of company representativeseach year, providing you with access to a number of firms from a wide range ofindustries. We also offer networking events, Career Action Groups and personalcoaching to provide additional resources and support as you search for just theright internship and career.Local and national companies are invited to host information sessions,executive speaking series and smaller panel discussions to help you learnmore about employment opportunities. These events frequently take placeduring lunch time breaks or in the afternoon to allow you to network withrecruiters, alumni and fellow students working in those organizations.We also offer an online recruiting system (see next page: MBA Focus) thatallows you to upload your resume and apply to posted internship and full-timejob opportunities. Employers then select candidates to interview during theirvisit to campus.Internship ExperienceA summer internship between the first and second year of your MBA program isstrongly suggested to help you secure experience in the industry, organizationor job function matching your career ambitions. According to national surveys,on average 66% of those with internships are offered full-time employment. It’sa tremendous opportunity to gain experience and either validate or in manycases, rule-out, assumptions about what your dream career will look like!Considerable assistance is provided by the Business Career ManagementCenter to help you find, prepare for and succeed in a summer internship.• 2012 success — 100% of our MBA’s secured a summer internship with45% receiving offers following their internship• 2013 success — 98% of our MBA’s secured a summer internship• Geography — on average 35% to 40% of MBA’s secure internshipsout of state

15 BUSINESS CAREER MANAGEMENT CENTER (BCMC)Sarah Johnston, DIRECTOR of BUSINESS Career MANAGEMENT CenterSince Sarah Johnston joined the David Eccles School of Business as Director of the Business Career Management(BMCM) in August, 2011, she and her team of full-time professionals and career coaches have created a culture of uniquededication to developing customized career plans for students at the university. Under her direction, the BCMC hasdeveloped highly effective approaches that guide corporate recruiters and students alike to achieve mutually beneficialcareer placement opportunities.Johnston’s primary objectives include satisfying the needs of corporations and entrepreneurial organizations alreadyhiring candidates from the David Eccles School of Business, while attracting new companies to interview its students. Inaddition, she collaborates closely with administrators, faculty and students to ensure that the students are fully prepared,well-rounded candidates ready to assume challenging professional positions and internships.Before joining the David Eccles School of Business, Johnston was Senior Vice President at Citibank Morgan Stanley SmithBarney in Chicago, where she led a team in the commercial banking group. Prior to Citibank, she held positions with MerrillLynch in middle market corporate banking, and with Harris Nesbitt, where she conducted business development andrelationship management, primarily with Fortune 1000 companies.Johnston also spent two years in Zurich early in her career as an International Relationship Manager for Credit Suisse,working with US multinationals and their European subsidiaries. Her years of experience in corporate relations, teammanagement and deal negotiation bode well for successful employment results for the David Eccles School of Business.Johnston received her MBA from UCLA and her BA from the University of North Carolina as a Morehead Scholar. Shemoved to Park City, Utah, with her husband and four daughters in August 2010.COMING FALL 2013 – NEW CAREER MANAGEMENT RESOURCES FOR MBA’SBy becoming a partner school with MBA Focus and Evisors, the David Eccles School of Business continues to make asignificant investment in our MBA program and the career management services available to students. You are going to loveboth of these new resources and the state of the art access to mentors, networks and recruiters!MBA INTERNSHIP PROFILE – CLASS OF 201498%Percent of CLASSACCEPTING INTERNSHIPS(100% for class of 2013)24%Percent of CLASS ACCEPTINGINTERNSHIPS out-of-state(25% for class of 2013)Statistics based on those seeking internships$23.42AVERAGE HOURLYCOMPENSATION$26.93Average HOURLYCOMPENSATIONout-of-state$47.00High starting SALARYSample of HIRING COMPANIES:3FORM, Adobe, Amedica Corp., The American Academy, ATK,Backcountry.com, Benefit Guard, Domo, eBay, EcoScraps,Edwards Life Sciences, Ford, Goodman Manufacturing, HealthInsight, Horny Toad Activewear, the Huntsman Center, IMFlash,Insitu Inc., Instructure, Intel, Kellerstrass Oil, Klas, Mindshare,MuleSoft, Oracle, Orriant, PoleVault Media, Questar, Rio Tinto,Savage Services, Sifteo, Stoel Rives, Sutter Health, Tanner Clinic,Target, University of Utah Health Care, USTAR, Wackerli AutoCenter, Weave, Zion’s BankBreakdown by INDUSTRYIndustry% AcceptedCONSULTING 2.8%CONSUMER PRODUCTS 8.3%FINANCIAL SERVICES 8.3%GOVERNMENT 2.8%MANUFACTURING 13.9%MEDIA/ENTERTAINMENT 2.8%PETROLEUM/ENERGY 5.6%PHARMACEUTICAL/BIOTECHNOLOGY/HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS 5.6%TECHNOLOGY 25%OTHER 25%Compensation by PROFESSIONAL FUNCTIONMBA EMPLOYMENT PROFILE – CLASS OF 2013Industry Mean Salary % AcceptedCONSULTING $94,250 16.7%FINANCE/ACCOUNTING $64,000 13.9%GENERAL MANAGEMENT * 8.3%HUMAN RESOURCES * 2.8%INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY $90,833 8.3%MARKETING/SALES $68,750 11.1%OPERATIONS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT $68,667 25%OTHER $84,600 13.9%*MUST HAVE 3 DATA POINTS TO REPORT16 MBA CLASS OF 2013 EMPLOYEMNT & INTERNSHIP PROFILESMBA Focus is the market leader in MBA recruiting — connecting leading employers with the world'stop-ranked graduate business schools. Exclusive school partnerships (like with the University of Utah) andindustry-leading recruitment technologies make them the #1 choice of companies seeking top MBA talent.Benefits for our MBA’s:• MBA Focus is the top recruiting choice for Fortune 500 companies. Currently, over 2,500 recruitersfrom more than 70 multinational companies use MBA Focus’s Global Focus® recruitmentmanagement system for identifying and attracting top MBA talent quickly and cost-effectively.• MBA Focus is used extensively by top-ranked MBA programs in the country, giving our MBA studentsexceptional visibility and opportunity with top national and international recruiters.• MBA Focus features an online resume database frequently searched by top recruiters.• Our MBA’s will have access to the same job postings and job match alerts as those of other top MBAprograms.Find out more at www.mbafocus.com.Evisors offers two primary resources to students:1) Access to personal career coaches and mentors (live conversations) in a wide variety of industries,functions and companies.2) Access to hundreds of webinars offering insight and advice into a variety of industries and jobs fromconsulting to venture capital. Seminars are recorded by many of the most sought-after speakers intheir fields.Students will receive financial assistance to help offset the cost of accessing these services.Take a closer look at www.evisors.com.61%Graduates EMPLOYEDat GRADUATION(55% for class of 2012)89%graduates employed3 MONTHS POST-GRADUATION(90.1% for class of 201228%Graduates ACCEPTINGPOSITIONS out-of-state(36% for class of 2012)$73,975Average STARTING SALARY($66,000 for class of 2012)$91,123Average STARTINGSALARY out-of-STATE($81,900 for class of 2012)$21,000High Signing BonusSample of INTERNSHIP EMPLOYERS:Adwire, American Airlines, ATK, AtTask, AuralCare Hearing, BardAccess, Best Buy, Chess.com, Chevron, Control4, Dannon, Domo,eBay, EDF, FAST, Fenton Financial, Global Tax Management,Group Health, Honest Tea, Impact Investment Leaders, InContact,Kalypso, Levitin Group, Mindshare Technologies, PoleVaultMedia, Savage Services, State Farm Insurance, Taylor CapitalGroup, TCO, University of Utah Hospital, University Impact Fund,US Airways, USTAR, Utah Appellate Court, Verizon, WesTechEngineering, Western States Lodging, XO CommunicationsInternships by INDUSTRY TypeIndustry% AcceptedCONSULTING 5.4%CONSUMER PRODUCTS 8.1%FINANCIAL SERVICES 5.4%GOVERNMENT 2.7%MANUFACTURING 8.1%MEDIA/ENTERTAINMENT 2.7%PETROLEUM/ENERGY 8.1%PHARMACEUTICAL/BIOTECHNOLOGY/HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS 8.1%REAL ESTATE 5.4%TECHNOLOGY 24.3%OTHER 24.3%Compensation by FUNCTIONIndustry Mean Salary % AcceptedCONSULTING * 5.3%FINANCE/ACCOUNTING $25 18.4%GENERAL MANAGEMENT $22 7.9%HUMAN RESOURCES * 2.6%INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY * 2.6%MARKETING/SALES $24 28.9%OPERATIONS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT $29 13.2%OTHER $19 21.1%*MUST HAVE 3 DATA POINTS TO REPORT

17 LASSONDE ENTREPRENEUR CENTERLassondeENTREPRENEURCenterThe Pierre Lassonde Entrepreneur Center serves the University of Utah and the state as home base for entrepreneurshipand experience learning. The center is part of the David Eccles School of Business and provides competitions, programsand resources to help students turn their ideas into viable products and businesses. It also serves as a hub for resourcesthat help students hone their skills and achieve their dreams. Join the community, and discover your potential.JOIN THE COMMUNITY OF ENTREPRENEURSSTUDENT ENTREPRENEURCONFERENCELearn about all related programs and getinvolved by attending this informativeconference each fall semester.TECHTITANSCompete against students across the statefor the best idea. Students come from alldisciplines. The winner gets $5,000.THE FOUNDRYLaunch a company with a group of yourpeers, find co-founders, get connected andsucceed. Participants get office space in thebusiness discovery center.OPPORTUNITY QUESTWrite a business summary plan andcompete against other students for a grandprize of $5,000.COMING SOONThe Lassonde Center is growing. We areadding programs and planning an excitingnew living and learning facility. Watch fordetails.UTAH ENTREPRENEUR CHALLENGEEnter one of the largest business-plancompetitions in the country, competingagainst students across the state. Top prizeis $40,000.Your Path to the Start-Up Sweet SpotInnovation vs. Entrepreneurship vs. Technology Commercialization“The best way to have a good idea isto have a lot of ideas.” – Dr. Linus Pauling“There’s a way to do it better—find it.”– Thomas Edison“The essential part of creativity is notbeing afraid to fail.” – Edwin H. Land“Creativity is thinking up new things.Innovation is doing new things.”– Theodore LevittInnovation vs. Entrepreneurship vs. Technology CommercializationInnovation is the process of identifying orlooking at a problem with an eye to producingnew and creative solutions, prototypes ormodifications.Skills gained by focusing on Innovation:Students develop a framework for a creativethought process, an ability to developprototypes and the ability to conduct marketand primary end user research.Concrete Upside: Creates an environment thatmay produce an idea idea worthy of launchinga business.Creates an environment to establish and growindustry contacts.Opportunities for students wanting to flex theINNOVATION muscle during their MBA:• Sorenson Center for Innovation and Discovery• Entrepreneur Club• Innovation Speaker Series• Independent study coursesCheck out any MBA program these days and you’re likely to see the terms innovation,entrepreneurship and technology commercialization used in a variety of ways. No surprise there,given that the skills developed in each area — creativity, curiosity, communication, and the ability tosee through failure to success — are so highly valued in the marketplace.But are these terms different? And if so, how do the differences affect you, your MBA education, andyour career?At the University of Utah MBA, we believe these terms are something more than interchangeablebuzzwords, and we offer targeted programs in each area to help you develop specific skills.Not sure of the differences? Our comparison chart shows you how we view these key areas, andoutlines the programs we offer.Try one or try them all. The choice (and opportunity) is yours.Entrepreneurship is the process of launching anew business venture.This most commonly comes from an innovativeidea, a new business model, or the motivation of“we can do it better”.Skills gained by focusing on Entrepreneurship:Business planning, presentation skills, marketassessment, guerilla-level creativity, resilience,doing something with nothing, problem solvingConcrete Upside: Starting a business during theprogram and/or gaining the ability to start orcreate as the need arises.Opportunities for students wanting to flex theENTREPRENUERIAL muscle during their MBA:• Entrepreneur Club• Foundry• Utah Entrepreneur Series• Lassonde Entrepreneurial CenterTechnology Commercialization is the process oftaking university technology and turning it intoa viable product. Technology can be licensed orpurchased by a start up or, more commonly, analready existing company.Skills gained by focusing on technologycommercialization: Market research, businessplanning, the ability to communicate complexideas and processes and concept analysis.Concrete Upside: Establish strong industrycontacts, gain industry-specific knowledge(for example medical devices), understandingof patent law and intellectual propertyconsiderations.Opportunities for students wanting to flextheir COMMERCIALIZATION muscle duringtheir MBA:• Lassonde New Venture Development Center• Bio Innovate• TCO — Technology Commercialization Office• Bench to Bedside Competition18 YOUR PATH TO THE START-UP SWEET SPOTNEW VENTURE DEVELOPMENTWork side-by-side with faculty inventors,providing them with business advice andstrategic planning to bring their product intothe marketplace.BENCH-2-BEDSIDESpend a year working with medical andengineering students developing a medicaldevice and competing for startup cash.SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIPPROGRAMPut your business skills to work solvingcritical social issues and travel the world byparticipating in this unique program.SCHOLARSHIPSApply for one of many scholarships providedby the Lassonde Center. Opportunitiesinclude student management experiences.WWW.LASSONDE.UTAH.EDU / 801.587-3836HEALTH GAMING INITIATIVEGet involved with the thriving video-gamedevelopmentcommunity at the U bypartnering with the Entertainment Arts andEngineering program.SEED FUNDINGPitch your business idea to the studentEntrepreneur Club to receive seed fundingfor your new venture.The Innovation MBA ProfileOn the Nightstand — “The Medici Effect”by Frans Johansson and “Design DrivenInnovation: Changing the Rules of Competitionby Radically Innovating What Things Mean”by Roberto VergantiFavorite Podcast — Tech Stars,www.techstars.comDaily Life — has at least 4 prototypes in somestage of completion on his kitchen table at homeReality Check — At least 33 design failuresare necessary to get to your next brilliantovernight success.Dog’s Name: “Proto”The Entrepreneurial MBA ProfileOn the Nightstand“The Lean Start-Up” by Eric Ries and“The Art of the Start” by Guy Kawasaki.(Seriously, what aren’t they reading?)Favorite Podcast — Stanford’s eCorner,www.ecorner.stanford.edu/Daily Life — has thought of no fewer than3 different ideas for new companies in thepast weekReality Check — Fail fast – fail oftenDog’s Name: “Risky”The Technology CommercializationMBA ProfileOn the Nightstand:“The Art and Science of Technology Transfer”and “Commercialization of InnovativeTechnologies: Bringing Good Ideas to theMarketplace.”Daily Life — Loves scouring patents anddetermining how to move new technologythrough the FDA approval processReality Check — Brilliant doesn’t always equalcommercially viable.Dog’s Name: “PI” (Principal Investigator)

19 THE SPENCER FOX ECCLES BUSINESS BUILDINGWE'RE MOVINGIN AND MOVING UP…As students move into our new $72 million business buildingthis fall, our Full-Time MBA program moves up in rankings,prestige and entrepreneurial accolades.üüüü23-Point JUMP in 2014 U.S. News & World Report Best Grad Schools ranking forfull-time MBA programs – this is the largest increase for any program in the country,improving our ranking to 11th in the West and 61st nationallyRANKED for the the 2nd year in a row as a top-25 best entrepreneur program byPrinceton Review and Entrepreneur Magazine.LAUNCH of two new social impact programs – In 2014 the Sorenson GlobalImpact Investing Center and Lassonde social entrepreneurship program will giveour full-time MBA's local and global opportunities to make a difference.$10,000 INCREASE in the average out-of-state starting salary for our MBA class of2012, with corresponding increases in internship and employment statistics on parwith other top MBA programs.20 THE SPENCER FOX ECCLES BUSINESS BUILDINGTHE SPENCER FOX eccles BUsiness BUilding• High performance and sustainable• 70% of the building is dedicated to student activities• 3 separate outdoor pavilions, including a terracedamphitheater in conjunction with the C. Roland ChristensenCenter and the Business Classroom Building

21 FINANCING YOUR DEGREEScholarSHIPSand Financial AidFinancial AidMany resources are available to help MBA students finance theirgraduate education.Merit-Based AidThe David Eccles School of Business provides merit-based financial aidopportunities for our exceptional students thanks to the generosity ofindividuals, corporate donors and the David Eccles School of Business.All admitted students are considered for merit-based support; no separateapplication process is necessary. Criteria for selection of awards includedemonstrated excellence in academic or professional pursuits. Notificationof merit-based financial aid is included with the admission decision.Scholarships can be in the form of a tuition reduction or a combinationof tuition reduction and monthly cash stipend.The amount of a scholarship award depends on the competitiveness ofthe admitted applicant pool but scholarships awarded in 2013 rangedfrom $1,500 to $42,000 in total value.The School of Business is also able to award special scholarships for domesticapplicants who do not qualify for Utah residency.Eligible students must be full-time, matriculated graduate students ingood standing, with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Full-time studentstatus means registration of at least 9 credit hours per semester.Student LoansThere are many student loan programs available to help finance graduateeducation. Loan programs of particular interest to graduate students are:• Federal Stafford Subsidized Loan• Federal Stafford Unsubsidized Loan• Graduate PLUS Loan• Private Education LoanApplicants can apply for most loans through the University of Utah FinancialAid and Scholarships Office. To begin the process of applying for federalassistance, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It isavailable online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.Find out more about how ourMBA students manage theirfinancial aid while in school:View Tate's story: http://mba.business.utah.edu/page/tatetalks-about-financial-aidView Andrew's story:http://mba.business.utah.edu/page/andrew-talks-aboutfinancial-aidOut-of-State ResidentsNON-RESIDENT TUITION WAIVERSIf you are applying for a graduate program but will not qualify for residenttuition, you may be eligible to receive a non-resident tuition waiver tosignificantly reduce the cost of your program. We value geographic diversityin our student-body and want to make sure that well-qualified studentsfrom out-of-state have an opportunity to participate in graduate businessprograms. For high-quality applicants that exceed class quality averages, theschool of business offers the following tuition reduction program.HOW TO CALCULATE YOUR TUITION UNDER THE WAIVERYour final tuition reduction per semester will be based upon actual credit hourstaken per semester. In general, you can estimate your tuition under this programas follows: resident tuition + 15% = what the student will pay under this waiver.HOW TO APPLY FOR THE NON-RESIDENT WAIVERAll out-of-state applicants are automatically considered for this waiver.Applicants with a Utah address but who may not qualify for residencyare encouraged to email us at mastersinfo@business.utah.edu to requestconsideration.MBA PROGRAM DIRECTOR DAVE HARRISFocus on Shaping Leaders andProgram DiversityDave Harris arrives as the new Full-time MBA Program Director with a plan for the program to start “shapingleaders from day one.” As a leader in both the corporate and educational sectors before joining the DavidEccles School of Business, Harris sees myriad opportunities for the Full-time MBA Program to instill in itsstudents the same qualities that helped make him a senior-level corporate leader as National Manager ofNew Business Development at Itochu Corporation, one of the world’s largest trading companies.“The full-time MBA program will expand its leadership development opportunities for students byexpanding our strategic alliances in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors,” Harris says, adding that theprogram will launch an executive-mentoring program to team students with proven leaders of industry.That’s just one way for students to engage in leadership-building. MBA candidates will continue to work onthe program’s “Four Pillars”—Explore and Transform, Build Community, Engage Intellectually, Think Big—through actively participating in the opportunities available through the school. Whether leading a team ofstudent entrepreneurs through the process of creating a new product or business, or working in a businessor nonprofit outside the classroom, a student’s ability to enhance their leadership skills is only limited by theirown imagination. Networking with executives and organizational leaders during on-campus events and offcampuscompany visits is an integral part of the program. Add the leadership of a world-class faculty and theschool’s career coaches, and students have the benefit of years of real-world corporate experience to drawon as they pursue their educational and career goals.Dave Harris has served as CEO of College University Prep Café, a college- and career-readiness companyhe founded, as well as a senior university administrator and faculty before arriving at the University of Utah.Previously, he was National Manager of New Business Development at Itochu Corporation, a Japanesetrading company based in Tokyo, where he established and managed joint ventures in the United Statesand Asia. He also served as Dealer Marketing Administrator for Murata Business Systems. Harris earned hisDoctor of Jurisprudence and a Master of Management from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, and aBachelor of Arts from the University of Washington.22 MBA PROGRAM DIRECTOR — DAVE HARRISMBA SCHOLARSHIPSWhat is the profile of an average scholarship recipient?While we try to provide some level of assistance to the majority of our MBA students, more competitive awards are typically given to applicants meeting thefollowing measures of excellence:Average profile of scholarship recipient at the 50% level scholarship: 630 GMAT, 3.4 GPA, 24 months post graduate work experienceAverage profile of scholarship recipient at the 75% or higher level scholarship: 680 GMAT, 3.5 GPA, 34 months post graduate work experienceHow many scholarships are available each year?The total number of awards given out each year varies annually based on a few different factors; most significantly the competitiveness of the applicantpool and the total scholarship dollars available from our individual and corporate donors.Following are some averages and key statistical information to help provide general guidelines to help answer this question.80% – percent of incoming MBA students last year that received some level of financial aid75% – percent of each admitted class that historically has been offered a scholarship of at least a 15% tuition reduction25% – percent of the admitted class on average that has been offered a scholarship at the 75% benefit level or higherIn 2012, all admitted MBA students without in-state residency status were awarded a scholarship that waived 100% of non-resident tuition.In 2012, 100% of MBA students attending study trips or school coordinated networking conferences were provided with some type offinancial assistance to help cover travel and registration costs.On average, 20% of our MBA class is married with children or have children on the way. Although it’s a challenge, students with families canand do make it through a full-time program on financial aid and scholarships. It’s possible!How do I apply for a scholarship?Your program application is your scholarship application. All MBA applicants are automatically considered for all types of scholarships. No additionalapplication or procedure is needed. Recipients will be notified of any awards with their admissions decision.

transformGet to know yourselfWhat is your life visionWhat do I want to be when I grow up?The MBA program provides a platform to listento what resonoates with you and then pushes youto test those assumptionsBe introspectiveExploreGET OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONEEXPLORECONSIDER THIS YOUR TWO-YEAR LICENSE TO EXPLORE.THE FULL-TIME MBA.build communitySuccess in business is built onpersonal relationshipsWHY?Building meaningful personal andprofessional relationships MATTERS!Participate in your MBA community –this network your futureprofessional networkBuild community because itsan incredibly fulfilling partof your MBA experienceLONGTERM &THE BEST PART!BE CURIOUS!DIFFERENCEOF A GOODMBA PROGRAMengageintellectually!Interesting people are inquisitiveEngaging = learn more = takeadvantage of more Opportunities= increase your valuethinkbigINCREASE YOURTOLERANCEFOR FAILUREStrive to make an impactLook beyond the limits of the world that’spreviously been defined for youMore is learned from failure than successBe willing to put yourself out there –all of yourself!Yes!BIGGER2014 Application GuideIntellectual horsepower is oftendetermined by the questions you askBe proactive / be thoughtfulYes!Couldn’t have said it better…Quote from Google recruiter Michael Junge about what makes a goodcandidate: “What traits do all good candidates possess? Can they be learned?”MJ: Almost everyone I’ve ever interacted with as a recruiter has had somecombination of relevant skills and experiences. Being qualified is more or lessan expectation. Otherwise, there’d be no reason to connect. Great candidatesThey go out of their way to develop and expand their skills, always looking toimprove and get better. They respond in a reasonable time frame, and they treatothers with respect. Really smart candidates ask good questions, listen, and usethat information to respond in a contextually relevant way. These are traits thatcan absolutely be developed and cultivated over time.are passionate, eager to learn, responsive, and courteous. They’re excited totalk about what they do because they genuinely enjoy it and find it interesting.The 4 pillars in the real world.MBA Admissions, mastersinfo@business.utah.edu, 801-581-7785www.business.utah.edu/full-time-mba | www.ecclesmbaadmissions.com

TABLE OF CONTENTSFull-Time MBA Program At-A-Glance 4TOMORROWBEGINS HERE.Class Profile 4Application Requirements 5How Are Applications Evaluated? 6Professional Work Experience 6We refer to our MBA program as a two year license to explore.Whether you’re coming into the program with a plan in place,or you’re hoping to discover new territory, our program will testyour theories and expand your idea of what’s possible.This document contains expanded information about ouradmissions requirements and how we evaluate applicants. Wehope you find it helpful as you learn more about our programand prepare your application.We look forward to meeting you and helping you understandthe people, resources, and the community that sets the EcclesMBA apart.Let the exploration begin.Early Career Admissions 7Essays 7Standardized Test Scores 7Recommendations 8Your Resume 8Interviews 8Program Costs 9Scholarships and Financial Aid 9Application Deadlines 9MBA Admissions Blog – www.ecclesmbaadmissions.com 10-113

EXPLORECONSIDER THIS YOUR TWO-YEAR LICENSE TO EXPLORE.FULL-TIME MBAAT-A-GLANCEWHAT ARE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FULL-TIME MBA?Length of Program: Two year, full-time program (4 semesterswith summer internship)Entry to Program: FallDegree Requirements:62 total credit hours34.5 core credit hours / 23 elective credit hours / 4.5 Field StudyConsulting ProjectAccreditation: AACSBPrerequisites: No prerequisites but a quantitative online boot camp isrequired prior to program startProgram Size: On average we have 60 to 70 students per classCareer management included in curriculum: Yes 3.0 creditsWHAT WILL YOUR COHORT LOOK LIKE?CLASS PROFILE MBA CLASS OF 2015Average GMAT: 611 (high 720)Average GPA: 3.45Average Age: 28 years oldWork Experience: The average work experience of our class of 2015is 42 months.Geographic Diversity: Approximately 36% of our cohort this year arrivedfrom out of stateGender: On average, our cohort is comprised of 22% exceptional womenInternational diversity: International students account for 8% of our cohortAdmit Rate: 54% (class entering 2013)Internships: Strongly suggested/significant support given by BusinessCareer Management CenterTuition and Fees: $47,000 estimated for class entering fall 2014 forcomplete 4 semester programElectives By Focus: Entrepreneurship / Marketing / Operations / SupplyChain / Human Resources / Organizational Behavior / Finance / CustomConcentration / Leadership / DiversityDual Degree Offerings:MBA/MS Engineering, 3 yearsMBA/JD, 4 yearsMBA/Master of Healthcare Administration, 3 yearsBackground diversity: On average, our MBA cohort includes 40%of dual-degree students from engineering, healthcare administrationand law school.Language Diversity: Over 75% of our MBA’s fluently speak at least oneother languageAmbitions: 80% of our MBA cohort has a desire to pursue both in-stateand out-of-state employment post MBA.Diversity of Undergraduate Majors:• Engineering 15%• Business/Econ/Accounting/Finance 34%• Social Sciences 12%• Physical Sciences 7%• Information Systems 5%• Other 27%1. Online ApplicationFind our online application at http://www.business.utah.edu/mastersapplication. We recommend submitting this applicationat least two weeks prior to the program deadline.2. Transcripts:The online application will require you to:• List all colleges and universities attended including theUniversity of Utah, regardless of length of attendance• Submit unofficial transcripts from each institution attended,including the University of Utah. Unofficial transcripts mustbe submitted separately, notation of accepted transfercredit does not replace the need for an unofficial transcriptfrom the institution where coursework was taken.• Upon admissions, you will be asked to submit officialtranscripts for verification. Official transcripts from theUniversity of Utah will not be needed at this stage ofthe process.3. Academic Record:• Unofficial copy of transcripts from all schools attendedduring undergraduate degree• Equivalent of a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree from anaccredited college or university• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or 3.0 from your last 60credit hours is also accepted)4. Application Fee:• $55 for domestic applicants before March 31,$85 after March 31• $65 for international applicants before March 31,$95 after March 315. Essays:2 essays are required / 1 optional essay / additional essays fordual-degree students6. Professional Resume:Minimum two years professional work experience preferred7. Letters of Recommendation:• 2 letters required, professional sources preferred• One from a previous or current employer8. Standardized Test Results:• GMAT or GRE accepted• No minimum score requirement for GMAT/GRE,however competitive applicants will score at or abovethe admitted average.9. Interviews:Interviews are by invitation / 85% of MBA applicants received aninvitation for an interview in 201310. International Applicants:• Minimum TOEFL score of 100 (ibt) or 600 (pbt) / IELTS 7• TOEFL scores are valid for two years• If you have recently graduated from an accreditedcollege or university in the United States or have had yourPermanent Resident card for at least 5 years, you may notneed to send your Englsih proficiency scores. Please contactthe International Admissions Office for more information bye-mail at iao@sa.utah.edu or by phone at 801-581-3091.11. Dual Degree Options:• Application instructions are applicable to the followingDavid Eccles School of Business Graduate Applications:Full-Time MBA, MBA/MS Engineering, MBA/JD Law, MBA/MHA, MHA/PMBA, MHA/MPH, MHA/MPA• Applicants to dual degree programs must submit a separateapplication for each degree program. The exception isthe MBA/MHA dual degree, for which there is only oneapplication required, however an application fee is assessedfor each program.• Each college will have different application deadlinesand requirements. Admissions decisions are madeindependently for each program.• Two separate degrees are awarded.12. Other Application Information:• Application instructions are applicable to the followingDavid Eccles School of Business Graduate Applications:Full-Time MBA, MBA/MS Engineering, MBA/JD Law, MBA/MHA, MHA/PMBA, MHA/MPH, MHA/MPA• Applicants to dual degree programs must submit a separateapplication for each degree program. The exception isthe MBA/MHA dual degree, for which there is only oneapplication required, however an application fee is assessedfor each program.• Each college will have different application deadlinesand requirements. Admissions decisions are madeindependently for each program.• Two separate degrees are awarded.4 5

EXPLORECONSIDER THIS YOUR TWO-YEAR LICENSE TO EXPLORE.HOW WILL WE EVALUATE YOUR APPLICATION?EARLY CAREER ADMISSIONS PROGRAMWe evaluate applicants across five key areas:1. acadeMIC ReadinessYour academic record and test scores lay the foundation, but yourdemonstrated curiosity and desire to learn and experience new thingsis vital to success in the MBA program.How do we evaluate on this factor? GMAT / GRE scores /Undergraduate GPA / Transcripts / Course Performance2. PROFessional WORK EXPERienceCandidates should have at least two years of professional workexperience at the time of application. The quality of an MBA programis significantly enhanced by the real-world business experience thatstudents bring to the classroom and it also increases as student’sopportunities within the program.How do we evaluate on this factor?Resume / Recommendations / EssaysPROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCEWhy is professional work experience an important part ofyour application?The quality of an MBA program is significantly enhanced by the real-worldbusiness experience that students bring to the classroom, allowing forgreater contribution and more in-depth classroom discussions. We alsofind that students with at least two years of professional work experiencehave significantly greater success finding internships and employmentthan those without. Starting salaries average 15% higher, as well. We placegreat importance on work experience in order to ensure you have the MBAexperience and results that you expect (and should expect) from yourMBA degree.How is work experience evaluated?In addition to evaluating work experience in terms of years, we review thedepth and breadth of an individual’s position, his or her contributions to thework environment, and level of responsibility and progression.Does work experience need to be business-based?No, work experience does not necessarily need to be business-based andcan include areas such as military, teaching, Peace Corps or other similarexperiences. What exactly qualifies as “professional”? When considering ifyour work experience meets our program expectations, we encourage youto consider the following general criteria for evaluation:• Can you show progression in responsibility or position?• Does the position normally require a bachelor’s degree forhiring consideration?• Does your experience include managerial and/or supervisoryresponsibilities, leading a team to achieve established goals?Were you involved in setting these goals?3. DEMONSTRATED leadeRSHIPWe look to your work experience, recommendations, andextracurricular activities to learn more about your leadershipexperience.How do we evaluate on this factor?Extracurricular activities / Essays / Recommendations /Essays / Interviews4. PROGRAM FITDo the applicant’s goals match our program’s value proposition? Willthe applicant add to the experience their fellow students will receive?How do we evaluate on this factor? Interviews / Essays5. aPPlicant EngagementHas the applicant met or corresponded with members of theadmissions staff? Have they attended an admissions event and shownactive interest in the program? Strong applicant engagement showsour admissions team that you are serious about finding the right MBAprogram and willing to reach out, be inquisitive.• Does your experience involve project management with multiplesteps/phases to be carried out over a finite period of time?• Does the position require expertise in business functions such assales, accounting, human resources, finance, marketing, operations,etc., and/or technical functions such as engineering, computerprogram or sciences?• Was the majority of your work in a full-time format?What about work experience during an undergraduate degree?Does it have to be post-undergraduate?Although we primarily evaluate work experience post-undergraduatedegree, we will consider experience obtained during an undergraduateprogram as long as the position fulfills the criteria listed above.How else can non-business related work experience be supplemented?For applicants without a business background and who would like tostrengthen their application, we can provide information about outsideprograms that when completed as part of the application process, willenhance the application evaluation. One such program is The Foundationsof Management (FoM) Certificate Program by ICPM.The FoM certificate program provides essential knowledge and tools fornew managers and supervisors. The FoM is the product of a comprehensivejob task analysis study that identified the knowledge, skills, and abilities thatsupervisors and managers need to perform competently in today’s workplace.If you are interested in learning more about this program and ways to enhanceyour application, please e-mail us at andrea.miller@business.utah.edu.Early Career AdmissionsThe David Eccles School of Business offers admission to a limited numberof high-achieving students through its Early Career Admissions Program.This program allows applicants with fewer than two years postundergraduatework experience to be admitted to the MBA program.QualificationsThe Early Career Admissions Program is extremely competitive, with onlytwo to four students admitted each year. Applicants should demonstratethe following:ESSAYSHow many essays do I need to submit and what are theessay questions?There are two required and one optional essay in the application forthe Full-Time MBA program. If you are applying to an MBA dual-degreeprogram, please note there is an additional required essay.Essay #1 – 750 word maximumStatement of Purpose –Use this essay to describe why you are choosingto pursue an MBA degree at this time in your career. Include informationabout what you hope to achieve while in the program, as well as your goalsfor after the program.Essay #2 – 500 word maximumListed below are the four guiding principals (you’ll hear us call them the“four pillars”) of our MBA program. These ideals speak to our programvalues and what we hope for and expect from our students. Choose oneof the four MBA pillars listed below that resonates with either your pastexperiences or your future goals. In 500 words or less, tell us why you chosethis particular pillar and how it is significant to you.STANDARDIZED TEST SCORESIs there a minimum score requirement?While there is no minimum score requirement for admission to the Full-Time MBA program, competitive applicants will have a score that meets orexceeds the historical averages of our program: typically at or above thefiftieth percentile on both the verbal and quantitative sections of the exam.Do we prefer the GMAT vs. the GRE?The GMAT is the most widely accepted standardized test when applying tograduate business programs. If you have not yet taken either exam you arestrongly encouraged to take the GMAT. If you have already completed theGRE and your scores are still valid (test scores are valid for 5 years), you arewelcome to provide our office with an official copy of your score report andwe will use the GRE’s conversion tool to covert your score to the equivalenton the GMAT.• Undergraduate coursework in business or quantitative field• A strong academic profile and GPA• Outstanding performance on the GMAT• Significant internship experiences in professional work environments• Demonstrated leadership• Strong interpersonal skills, maturity, professionalism, drive andmotivation• Demonstrated fit with the program value propositionApplicants seeking the Early Career Admissions Program should use theoptional essay to address these areas.1. The Full-Time MBA program is an opportunity for EXPLORATIONand TRANSFORMATION.2. We expect our students to ENGAGE INTELLECTUALLY.3. We expect our students to Think Big.4. We all strive to BUILD COMMUNITY.Essay #3 – optional, 250 word maximumThe optional essay is truly optional and may be presented in 250 wordsor less. It should be used to address any weakness (low GMAT or GPA) orinconsistencies in your application. You may use it to explain your choiceof recommenders, or if you believe there is other information that ouradmissions committee should know about your application that hasn’t beenpreviously addressed.Tips for writing your essay:• Keep your answers in a business context and framework.• Focus your energy on painting a concise, complete, and well-thoughtoutpicture of who you truly are, rather than present what you think theAdmissions Committee is looking for in response to essay questions.Can I submit my application before I have taken the exam?Your official GMAT score report must be received by the round deadline inorder for your application to be considered complete. It typically takes 2-3weeks for your official GMAT score to reach our office and 4-5 weeks for aGRE. Please plan accordingly.We encourage applicants to submit their online application as soon as it’scompleted as a variety of admissions events are open only to applicantswith submitted applications. You do not have to have your GMAT or GREscore in order to submit your online application.Do repeated attempts at the GMAT or multiple scores reported reflectpoorly on my application?Not at all. If you feel you can achieve a better score, we encourage you totry again. We like the tenacity of applicants who want to do better! We willalways consider your highest score taken within 5 years.67

EXPLORECONSIDER THIS YOUR TWO-YEAR LICENSE TO EXPLORE.RECOMMENDATIONSWhom should I choose to write my letters of recommendation?We require two letters of recommendation and prefer that both come fromprofessional relationships. At least one should come from a previous orcurrent employer, either from full-time employment or an internship.The title or status of those you select is not necessarily important. Whatdoes matter is how closely your letter writers have worked with you andwhether they can attest to your ability to add value to the workplace orprofessional team environment.What should be included in my letters of recommendation?Qualitative information about your professional and leadership abilities are animportant part of your MBA application. The best letters of recommendationwill provide insight and actual examples of your potential to succeed in thecompetitive and challenging environment of a full-time MBA.YOUR RESUMEHow should my resume be structured?You will need to prepare a business resume that includes youremployment history and educational accomplishments. Applicantsare urged to meet current standards in professional resume formats.Is there additional information that I should include?Other information appropriate to a business resume is welcomedand encouraged.INTERVIEWSAre all candidates selected for an interview?Admissions interviews are by invitation only, based on the admissionscommittee’s initial review of your application. Interview invitations aresent periodically throughout the review process. Last year 85% of ourapplicants received an invitation for an interview.How will I be notified if I am selected to interview?Candidates chosen to interview will receive an email with instructions onhow to schedule an interview. Interviews may take place at the Universityof Utah campus, by Skype, or phone.Other points to consider:• Choose someone who knows you well. It’s a definite red flag whena recommender indicates “fairly well” or “not well” by the questionabout how well they know you.• Your recommenders must submit their letters of recommendationvia the online application.• You are responsible for ensuring that both recommendations aresubmitted before the application deadline.• References of a personal or social nature are strongly discouraged.• A maximum of two recommendations will be considered. You will beasked for the names and contact information of your recommenderson the online application. They will then be sent an e-mail explainingthe request and instructions for submitting the recommendation.Is there a page limit?Your resume should not be more than one page in length.Other points to consider:• Please make sure that your resume is updated with informationspecific to your application. It’s surprising how often our applicantsinclude resumes that are not current.• Extracurricular activities should be included in the extracurricularsection of the online application, rather than on your resume.• Given the importance of work experience in evaluating applications,we encourage you to place great importance on your resume contentand presentation.Who will I be meeting with?The majority of interviews are conducted by our staff or top second-yearMBA students.How should I prepare for my interview?Interviews are approximately 45 minutes in length and will cover theareas of work experience, leadership, and program fit. You will have anopportunity at the end of the interview to ask any questions you mayhave about the program.WHAT DOES THE FULL-TIME MBA COST?Tuition for the Full-Time MBA program:Residents $47,000Non-Residents $87,940.68SCHOLARSHIPSWhat types of financial assistance are available through the program?The David Eccles School of Business provides merit-based financial aidopportunities for our exceptional students thanks to the generosity ofindividuals, corporate donors and the David Eccles School of Business.Scholarships can be in the form of a tuition reduction or a combination oftuition reduction and monthly cash stipend. The School of Business is alsoable to award special scholarships for domestic applicants who do notqualify for Utah residency. Out of state applicants who do not meet residenttuition requirements are encouraged to contact the admissions office to getpre-qualified for a non-resident tuition reduction program.How can I be considered for scholarships?All admitted students are considered for merit-based support; no separateapplication process is necessary. Criteria for selection of awards includedemonstrated excellence in academic, leadership and professional pursuits.WHEN ARE APPLICATION DEADLINES?The tuition listed above is for the full degree program (62 credit hours)based on 2013 tuition rates.For those who may not qualify for resident tuition, programs are availablethat would significantly reduce or waive non-resident tuition. Candidatesmust meet or exceed class standards to be eligible for these programs.Email us at mastersinfo@business.utah.edu for more information.How many students receive merit-based aid?Thanks to our generous donors, for the class of 2015, 81% of incomingfull-time MBA students received some form of merit-based aid. The amountof a scholarship award depends on the competitiveness of the admittedapplicant pool. Scholarships offered in 2013 ranged from $20,000 to$47,000 in value.What other sources of financial aid are available?There are many student loan programs available to help finance graduateeducation. Loan programs of particular interest to graduate students are:• Federal Stafford Subsidized Loan• Federal Stafford Unsubsidized Loan• Graduate PLUS Loan• Private Education LoanAPPLICATION ROUND APPLICATION deadline DECISION NOTIFICATIONMBA Round 1 November 1, 2013 December 6, 2013MBA Round 2 December 1, 2013 January 6, 2014MBA Round 3 February 1, 2014 March 10, 2014MBA Round 4 April 1, 2014 May 13, 2013An additional $30 fee will be charged for any application submitted after March 31, 2014.Final application deadline for the MBA program is June 15, 2014. No applications will be accepted after that time. In order to meet this deadline, you musthave your application submitted online and have completed either the GMAT or GRE by this date.*Rolling Admissions: Rolling admissions are available until the deadline stated above or all seats in the program are filled. Since rolling admissions is based uponseat availability, application acceptance may close without notice. For this reason, applicants are encouraged to apply as early in the application cycle as possible.INTERNATIONAL APPLICATION deadlineAPPLICANT NOTIFICATIONMarch 1, 2014 April 7, 2014* International applicants are not eligible to apply during rolling admissions and must meet stated international application deadlines.**The international application deadline may be extended for applicants who meet the following criteria:1. Reside in Utah2. Do not require an F-1 Visa or 1-20Applicants who feel they meet these criteria and would like to request an extended deadline should email mastersinfo@business.utah.edu for more information.***For purposes of application status, all non-USA citizens will be considered international regardless of physical address or visa status.89

EXPLORECONSIDER THIS YOUR TWO-YEAR LICENSE TO EXPLORE.MBA Admissions Blog – www.ecclesmbaadmissions.comIf you’re looking for more information about our MBA program and suggestions for submitting a great application, visit ourMBA admissions blog at www.ecclesmbaadmissions.com. In addition to finding application suggestions from our staff, the siteoffers information about financial aid and upcoming events.To get you started, we’ve included a few of our most viewed blogs from the past year in this application guide. We hope youfind them helpful! As always, the MBA admissions staff is ready to answer any questions and help you determine if this is theright MBA for you!Andrea MillerDirector MBA AdmissionsThe piece they’re missing is that an MBA program is nothing like an undergraduate experience in work load, class rigor, experiential opportunities and teamprojects… to name a few. In an undergraduate program, a majority of the learning experience takes place in the classroom or with homework assignments. It’sconfined and easy to plan (a work schedule) around.Conversely, a good MBA program is very much about what you do outside the classroom. We routinely tell students that only about 40% of their MBA experiencewill occur in the classroom. The true transformational value of a full-time program and the other 60% is related to what you pursue outside the classroom. This meansclubs, experiential programs, case competitions, internships, study trips, informational interviews, career preparation, networking events and team projects… just toname a few.What students don’t calculate is the opportunity cost of NOT being available to pursue these types of non-classroom activities. Key interviews and job opportunitieshappen when you stay after an executive speaker series to ask the presenter a few questions. Key exploration happens on study trips; many times changing thetrajectory of your MBA. If you’re running off-campus to a job, you’re missing the information session, the coaching session and the bottom line… the true value of yourMBA. The quickest way to devalue your MBA is to not be available.Consider also, the impact on a team of students working on a group project when one or more of the students is working. It’s hard enough to find time to meet for agroup of 6 non-working students. Consider the difficulty and stress when the team meetings have to be adjusted around work schedules… it’s a negative impact toeveryone involved.Students many times will also want to hold-on to a current job fearing the unknown and the world of “what if I can’t get a job after the program?” The safety blanket.Making the most of your MBA super powersHere’s number one on my list of “what not to say during an admissions interview for our full-time MBA program”….Is there a way to get through the program faster?This topic came to me today while driving by the billboard advertisement for a local for-profit college that promised “graduate faster”. While this mightintuitively seem like a good idea, it’s really contrary to the goal of getting the most value out of your MBA experience.Here’s why.During this magic 2 years of an MBA, you hold what we commonly refer to as a “student license”. It’s something a little like having super hero powers..becoming invisible or being able to fly for example…and it’s only available to you during your time as a student.There is a long list of opportunities afforded to students that aren’t available to those not pursuing a degree. People love to open doors and opportunitiesfor students and they can get into amazing places and in front of executives as a student that would normally be off limits outside an educational program.A good example of this is informational interviews. Informational interviews are one of the very best ways to network and learn more about an industry orjob function. They are priceless in value. It can be really tough to get in front of interesting and successful people for these types of sessions… but with astudent license, all things become possible.So the goal becomes holding onto the license for as long as you can…and a full two year program is just the way to maximize these unique opportunities.This two years is also an amazing time to explore and build your own personal network and a community that will last for a lifetime. There’s such agreat scope of options available while inside the program and this time is rare… so sink into the two years and enjoy every second of it. If you fully takeadvantage of all the “powers” your license gives you, the rewards and return on the two years will be significant.So back to your admissions interview… from an admissions point of view, we like to see applicants who understand this perspective on pursuing an MBAand want to fully take advantage of the two years. These students typically are more successful and contribute much to program. So think about this thenext time you’re tempted to jump ahead and speed through a graduate degree. You only go through an MBA once!Blog Author – Andrea MillerCan I still work during the Full-Time MBA program?As we kick-off the 2014 application season for the Full-Time MBA program, I wanted to address a question that we often get asked in admissions… “Can Istill work during the full-time program?”Great question.The short answer is that we strongly discourage MBA students from working during their first year of the program and here’s why….Many students try to think about this question by looking back on their undergraduate experience when a majority of students worked either part-time orin some cases full-time; successfully balancing work, school, family and other obligations. “I did it then, so I’m sure I can do it during my MBA program.”Successful MBA’s are risk takers — jumping into the program with both feet. Holding back and holding on to an old position will limit your options, your trajectory andyour possibilities to really transform during the program. The only way an MBA program works is to Go Big and Think Big and that normally means being available (notworking)! Feel secure that you are with a group of like-minded students all of whom are nervous and anxious about leaving their job. But this group will provide youwith a great deal of support and encouragement if you let it!Finally, from my personal observation of students who try to work and do it all during their first year, almost all come to the realization during week 5 or 6 that theyare just missing too much and end up quitting their part time job. And all of them make it. If you invest in the program in every way possible, you will be successful!Believe it and take the risk of not working!What about year 2? Yes, we tend to relax on this issue during the second year, but by that time, our students are better able to assess the opportunity costs ofworking and normally take positions that support their new career goals. Consider the challenge of flying out to job interviews (not to mention the extensive timepreparing for each interview) while trying to go to school full-time and work. The trick is making yourself available for opportunities… keep that in mind. We suggestworking with a career coach to help you make the best decisions about working during your second year in the program.I hope this helps. We are always available to assist students with these types of questions. Send us an email at mastersinfo@business.utah.edu anytime.Blog Author – Andrea MillerMBA graduation celebration answers the “why” in “why get a full-time MBA?It’s always so bitter sweet…attending the graduation parties for our MBA students. How could two years have flown by so fast? You were just starting the program…overwhelmed by your first semester and nervous about your future! You can’t go yet!Now to see you all so proud with what you’ve accomplished and setting off on amazing careers – it’s really quite rewarding to see. Congratulations to everyone…makeus proud!But what really struck me during this celebration and why I’m compelled to write this blog, is the realization of just how much you’ve accomplished and experiencedduring these 21 months both inside and outside the classroom – making memories and forging relationships that have defined your full-time experience. Experiencesthat can only happen during a full-time program alongside other students taking the same risks.Inside jokes from the bay-area study trip and stories about the sheer terror everyone remembers from their first MBA networking conference.Or memories about good, great and bad internships… long nights spent working with your classmates prepping for case competitions and company presentations.The countless hours devoted to your Career Action Groups finding support to go after yet another job and providing the same support to others.All experiences so special and completely out of reach unless you jump into a program with both feet!When all is said and done, it’s not the course grades that you’ll remember or that will drive you to do big things…it’s those shared experiences and team work thatmake all the difference.. the magic known only to those sharing a full-time MBA experience.Getting a little sentimental, aren’t I? Yes… yes I am.I hope you remember this blog the next time you ask yourself “why full-time?”. There’s a reason it’s the gold standard for MBA’s.Blog Author – Andrea MillerFIND MORE BLOGS ATwww.ecclesmbaadmissions.com1011

FIND OUT MORE:Visit our blog site: www.ecclesmbaadmissions.comWebsite: www.business.utah.eduWhy an Eccles MBA? http://www.ecclesmbaadmissions.com/why-eccles-mbWhy Full-Time? http://www.ecclesmbaadmissions.com/resources/CONNECT WITH US:Director of MBA AdmissionsAndrea Miller / andrea.miller@business.utah.edu801-581-7785 / mastersinfo@business.utah.eduAssistant Director of MBA AdmissionsPaige Williams / paige.williams@business.utah.edu801-581-7785 / mastersinfo@business.utah.eduRequest an admissions consultation orappointment with our student ambassadors:mastersinfo@business.utah.edu