Part-time vs.  Full-time  MBA Programs

Part-Time MBA Program : Longer duration, often 2-5 years

Duration 

Full-Time MBA Program: Typically completed in 1-2 years

Part-Time MBA Program : Usually requires work experience

Work Experience

Full-Time MBA Program: May or may not require work experience 

Part-Time MBA Program : Participants often continue working

Employment

Full-Time MBA Program: Participants typically leave jobs or internships

Part-Time MBA Program: Often lower due to reduced credit load

Cost

Full-Time MBA Program: Typically higher due to shorter duration

Part-Time MBA Program: May not provide significant career switch opportunities

Career Switching

Full-Time MBA Program: Often used for career change or advancement  

Part-Time MBA Program: Interaction with experienced peers

Peer Learning

Full-Time MBA Program: Interaction with peers from diverse backgrounds

Part-Time MBA Program: May not have as strong an impact on job market as full-time program

Job Market Impact

Full-Time MBA Program:Strong impact due to intensive focus

Part-Time MBA Program: Lower opportunity cost in terms of time

Opportunity Cost

Full-Time MBA Program:Higher opportunity cost due to time commitment

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