The Bridge MBA and the Professional MBA offered at Albers are both rigorous programs designed to prepare their graduates for successful careers. However, they are very different programs developed for two distinct audiences. The table below will help you determine which program best meets your needs.

	Bridge MBA	Professional MBA
Program Duration	12 months	21-60 months
Program Format	Cohort (lockstep)	Flexible
Class waivers	No	Yes
Electives	No	Yes, 24 credits
Class Schedule	Full-time, day classes only	Full-time- or part-time, evening classes only
Co-curricular Activities*	Yes	Optional

Work Experience Required	No	Yes, minimum of 2 years
Average Years of Work Experience	1**	7
Average Age	23**	30

Required Credits	48	49-73
Tuition***	$37,000 for the program	$778 per credit

Career Focus	Career start	Career advancement or transition

*Examples: Mentor Program, Consulting Project, Business Plan Competition
**Projected
***Fees not included

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