CHINA AND JAPAN FOCUS OPTIONSUNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I

GLOBAL MBA

WHERE EAST MEETS WEST
3. About Shidler
5. Balance Your Life
7. Global MBA Overview
9. The Shidler Experience

12.		 Why Choose the Global
MBA in Hawai‘i?
13.		 Admissions

ONLY AACSB-ACCREDITED GRADUATE PROGRAM
IN HAWAI‘I AND VIETNAM

Founded in 1949, the Shidler College of Businesshas since educated more than 35,000 students andis an integral part of the University of Hawai‘i atManoa. The university’s 300-acre flagship campus
rests at the mouth of the majestic Manoa Valley andis just minutes from Honolulu’s contemporary
downtown business district and the world famous
beaches of Waikiki.
The university’s student body represents every
state in the nation and more than 100 countries,
exposing business students to cultures fromaround the world.

WORLD CLASS,FUNDED TO LASTIn October 2017, real estate investor andphilanthropist Jay H. Shidler (BBA '68) donatedan additional $117 million to his alma mater,increasing his total giving to $228 million. This is
the largest individual donation in the history of theUniversity of Hawai‘i and one of the largest to any
public business school in the United States.
Mr. Shidler’s latest gift of cash and real estate
ground leases ensures the college’s long-term
financial health, and of particular note, enables thecollege to extensively increase scholarship support
for Shidler business students over the next 40 years.
Mr. Shidler’s previous gifts of $25 million in 2006,$69 million in 2014, and several other gifts over
the years have transformed the college and set iton a path to become a world-class business school.
His gifts have already yielded dramatic and lasting
results to the campus facilities, academic programs,scholarships, faculty research, and reputation.

A BOU T SH IDL ERAB OU T SHID L ER

3As Hawai‘i's premier business school, the Shidler
College of Business is renowned for its expertisein international management. With its emphasis
in global business with an Asia-Pacific focus, thecollege has long been the gateway for students
looking to expand their knowledge of this rapidlygrowing region. The Shidler College of Business isthe only AACSB-accredited graduate program in
the state of Hawai‘i.

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YOUR PATH TO GLOBAL BUSINESS STARTS HERE

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THE PATH TO GLOBAL BUSINESSSTARTS HEREBALANCE YOUR LIFE.
MAKE YOUR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONALVISION A REALITYUH SHIDLER GLOBAL MBA

BALANCE YOUR LIFE

BALANCE YOUR LIFE

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THE GLOBAL MBA | OVERVIEW
The cohort experience is designed to help you learn
the inner workings of group dynamics and prepare
you for leadership positions in today’s global businessenvironment. Core courses include accounting,marketing, management, finance, and data analytics.
You can also customize your program with electives
that will help you specialize in a variety of fields likemarketing, finance, and entrepreneurship.

Time Frame

21-Month Option

24-Month Option

36-Month Option

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Those looking for a career change;international students;
returning kama‘aina

Working professionals who wish
to get their MBA on an accelerated
course schedule

Working professionals who
require maximum flexibility incourse scheduling

PROGRAM
CHARACTERISTICS· Full-time course load maximizes theMBA experience· China or Japan focus options· Earn your MBA in 2 years while stillworking full- or part-time· Flexible scheduling· The most accommodating of theGlobal MBA options· Highly flexible scheduling

HOW MANY CLASSESPER SEMESTER?

4 classes (12 credits)

3 classes (9 credits)

2 classes (6 credits)

WHEN ARE CLASSES?

SCHOLARSHIPSClasses are held in the late afternoons and evenings at the Shidler College of Business
Students taking 9 or more credits are automatically eligible formerit-based and need-based scholarships when they apply

Students taking 6 credits or lessare eligible for scholarships after theirfirst academic year

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7The first stop on your path to global business is at
the crossroads where East meets West. The Shidler
Global MBA program will become your base ofknowledge and culture as well as your springboard
into international business – whether in China,
earlier in the week.
Japan, the Pacific, the U.S. mainland or whereveropportunity may take you. Our program has
You aced a consulting session with a local
entrepreneur, and tonight, together with your team, been designed with you in mind, offering a solid
will incorporate those newly found insights into your core curriculum, diverse elective courses, and thefinal project. As you watch the sun dip into the Pacific opportunity to not only study abroad but to also
gain professional experience by doing anOcean, for yet another beautiful Hawaiian sunset,
international internship.
a relaxed sense of confidence sweeps over you - thekind that comes from being in the right place at theright time - here and now.

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a long school day, you await the arrival of yourIMAGINE After
MBA classmates at Manoa Gardens, the university's
YOURSELF campus bar and grill. You are still feeling energized
your morning run around Diamond Head
HERE fromand the professional development workshop fromIf you are interested in gaining real-worldinternational experience, the Global MBA program
offers country-specific tracks in China or Japan.
The country-specific tracks offer you an opportunity
to study and do an internship abroad. You will also
be able to take advantage of the excellent language
courses offered at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa
to prepare you for your time abroad.

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VIETNAM — ONE OF THE WORLD'S FASTESTGROWING ECONOMIES

Study Abroad Opportunities
International excellence can only be achieved through international experience.
Students are encouraged to take advantage of a variety of study abroad options.
Destinations and time spent abroad varies depending on the program you choose
and includes locations in Europe and Asia. We encourage you to forge your own
path and find what international excellence means to you.
Learn more at shidler.hawaii.edu/mba.

Pacific Asian Center for
Entrepreneurship (PACE)

Internship & Career Placement

PACE is home to over 20+ entrepreneurship programs that offer
mentorship, training, and resources to all University of Hawai‘i studentsand faculty. Programs are designed to encourage entrepreneurial thinking
across disciplines. Popular programs with MBA students include: UH Business Plan Competition
 Study Abroad fellowships in Asia
 Summer Startup Launchpad

Shidler is dedicated to assisting our MBA students in their career
growth and development. We help employers identify and selectcandidates as well as provide various professional development
opportunities.
 Career Expos (Fall & Spring semesters) Professional development sessions (BUS 601)
 Company visits

Learn more at pace.shidler.hawaii.edu.

Learn more at shidler.hawaii.edu/careers.

SHIDLER EXPERIENCESHIDLER EXPERIENCE

9Your MBA is more than just adegree. The Shidler Global MBA
will give you opportunities thatwill expand your world.

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10WHY CHOOSE THE SHIDLER GLOBAL MBA IN HAWAI‘I?
HAWAI‘I STAYS WITH YOU, WHEREVER YOU GO.

DOWNTOWN HONOLULU

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CULTURAL & EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES

Gain insight from and connections to Hawai‘i’s top local and global leaders.

•Enroll in a top international business program that is consistently ranked
by U.S. News & World Report.

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Network with the movers and shakers of Hawai‘i’s close-knit
business community.

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Learn from global business faculty with Asia-Pacific expertise.

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Receive intensive language training in the China- and Japan-focus options.

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Gain international experience by studying and/or interning abroad.

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Live in Hawai‘i, which consistently ranks among the highest in the nation
for happiest and healthiest places to live.

•Participate in the UH Business Plan Competition and win prizes.

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Engage in entrepreneurship-focused workshops and bootcamps.

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Immerse yourself in a multicultural student body.

•Join an alumni network of over 35,000 strong. The Shidler College ofBusiness Alumni Association is one of the largest and most active chaptersof the UH Alumni Association.

“I credit the guidanceof my professors andstrong connections
with classmates atthe college with muchof my success in thebusiness world. The
more students thathave access to such an
education, the betterthe business world,
and ultimately, ourcommunity become.”— Jay H. Shidler (BBA '68)

UH SHIDLER GLOBAL MBA WHY CHOOSE SHIDLER?

WHY CHOOSE SHIDLER?

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HAWAI‘I'S ONLY AACSB-ACCREDITED GRADUATE PROGRAM

DEADLINESABOUT SHIDLER

The Shidler College of Business attracts globally-minded andintellectually-driven people from diverse backgrounds who havesomething special to offer their classmates in a team-based MBA
environment. Shidler MBA students have a record of achievement,
demonstrated leadership and the ability to work as members of a team.
Admission to the Global MBA Program is based on a combination ofthe following criteria:

Applications are reviewed on a rolling admission basis, meaningthat applications will be reviewed once complete. All qualified
applicants will automatically be considered for merit-based
scholarships. Need-based scholarships and financial aid are alsoavailable for qualified students. Applications received after May 1st
will be considered on a space-available basis.

Founded in 1949, the college was renamed in 2006 after alumnus Jay H. Shidler, founder and managing partner of The Shidler Group. In
2017, Mr. Shidler increased his total giving to $228 million, making it the largest donation to the University of Hawai‘i from a private donor.
To learn more visit, shidler.hawaii.edu/gift.

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NOV 15

Application review begins

MARCH 1

Recommended deadline for international
applicants and scholarship consideration

APRIL 1
MAY 1

Deadline for Global MBA 24-month option(classes start in mid-May)
Deadline for all applicants

VISIT US ONLINE AT WWW.SHIDLER.HAWAII.EDU
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON:•Information sessions•

Financial aid and scholarships•Student and class profiles

GET STARTED BY SENDING US YOUR RESUMECONNECT WITH US!
www.shidler.hawaii.edu(808) 956-8266 | mba@hawaii.edu

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13•Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Minimum of two years of post-baccalaureate, full-timework experience
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score orGraduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
Essays and letters of recommendation
Extracurricular activities
English proficiency exam
(TOELF or IELTS for international applicants only)

The Shidler College of Business is renowned for its multicultural environment and its expertise in international business education withan Asia-Pacific focus. The college has long been the gateway for students looking to expand their knowledge of this growing region and isconsistently ranked among the nation’s top schools for international business. The college has the only AACSB-accredited graduate program inVietnam and the state of Hawai‘i.

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AT SHIDLER, INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENCE IS
MORE THAN A CONCEPT, IT'S EVERYDAY LIFE.

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