Faculty teaching in OMBA studio
How the Online MBA Works
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Synchronous Class Sessions

Live, online class sessions include case discussions, group work, and more using the extended reality technology of our award-winning studio. A typical course has four live sessions held from 6-7:30 p.m. or 8-9:30 p.m. ET.

Asynchronous Study
Asynchronous Study

Online modules made up of pre-recorded videos, practice problems, simulations, and exercises, prepare you for live class sessions and allow you to work at your own pace.

In-Person Learning
In-Person Learning

Join your peers in person and be challenged during three intensive, action-based residencies in the United States or at an international location. Domestic students are also eligible to attend elective courses on campus in Ann Arbor.

Example Semester Schedules

Discover the flexibility of the Online MBA Program and how it can fit into your schedule. 

Half-Term A Class (7 Weeks)       
Weeks1234567
Modules1-23-45-67-89-1011-1213-14
Synchronous Sessions Tues 
90 min.
 Tues 
90 min.
 Tues 
90 min.
Tues 
90 min.

 

Half-Term B Class (7 Weeks)       
Weeks891011121314
Modules1-23-45-67-89-1011-1213-14
Synchronous Sessions Mon 
90 min.
Mon 
90 min.
 Mon 
90 min.
 Mon 
90 min.


Core and Elective courses: 
Seven-week half terms 
Four live 90 min synchronous sessions* 
Self-study asynchronous modules

*Live class sessions are at 8 p.m. ET , there may be an additional class offering at 6 p.m. ET depending on enrollment. Exact dates for live sessions will be listed at the time of class registration. 

Half-Term A (Class + Residency, 7 Weeks)              
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Class (7 weeks) Modules 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-14
Synchronous
Sessions
  Tues
90 min.
  Tues
90 min.
  Tues
90 min.
Tues
90 min.
               
Residency Class
(first 7 weeks)
Modules 1-5       6-14    
Synchronous
Sessions
    Wed
90 min.
       
In-person Learning         3-5 days    

 

Half-Term B (Class + Residency, 7 Weeks)              
Weeks 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Class (7 weeks) Modules 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-14
Synchronous
Sessions
  Mon
90 min.
Mon
90 min.
  Mon
90 min.
  Mon
90 min.
               
Residency Class
(second 7 weeks)
Modules 15-20     21-25      
Synchronous
Sessions
          Wed
90 min.
 
In-person Learning              


Core and Elective courses:
Seven-week half terms
Four live 90 min synchronous sessions*
Self-study asynchronous modules

Residency courses:
14-week semester
Two live 90 min. synchronous sessions
Self-study asynchronous modules
3-5 days in-person learning

*Live class sessions are at 8 p.m. ET , there may be an additional class offering at 6 p.m. ET depending on enrollment. Exact dates for live sessions will be listed at the time of class registration. 

 

Half-Term A (Class + MAP, 7 Weeks)              
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Class (7 weeks) Modules 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-14
Synchronous
Sessions
  Tues 90 min.   Tues 90 min.   Tues 90 min. Tues 90 min.
               
MAP
(first 7 weeks)
MAP Kickoff Fri/Sat            
Synchronous
Team Meetings
  Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET

 

Half-Term B (Class + MAP, 7 Weeks)              
Weeks 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Class (7 weeks) Modules 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-14
Synchronous
Sessions
  Mon 90 min. Mon 90 min.   Mon 90 min.   Mon 90 min.
               
MAP
(second 7 weeks)
Synchronous
Team Meetings
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Wed
8 p.m. ET
Debrief


Core and Elective courses:
Seven-week half terms
Four live 90 min synchronous sessions*
Self-study asynchronous modules

MAP course:
14-week semester
MAP Kickoff Virtual Friday afternoon and Saturday of first weekend
Weekly team meetings with faculty and MAP company sponsor

*Live class sessions are at 8 p.m. ET , there may be an additional class offering at 6 p.m. ET depending on enrollment. Exact dates for live sessions will be listed at the time of class registration. 

 

Award-winning Learning Technology   

The Convatec Digital Learning Studio delivers an innovative, world-class learning experience through custom built simulations, scaffolded exercises, and student-driven discussion boards to keep you engaged and connected.

Live Sessions, Real Connections

Live class sessions capture the experience of an in-person classroom. Connect with renowned faculty and your peers in an interactive, collaborative environment that goes beyond email and the average virtual session.

Watch a Live Class 

Experience a live class session and get a feel for the innovative learning environment of the Online MBA.

Richard Simon
To summarize my experience I would say, there is not a bad spot in the class. The studio provides the participation and engagement found in a traditional classroom while making discussions and interactive visuals seamless.
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