Offered in two convenient locations (at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa and at the USC campus in Los Angeles), the Marshall Executive MBA (EMBA) is a 21-month program designed for senior managers and seasoned professionals who plan to remain fully employed as they pursue their degree. The program's thematic curriculum gets to the heart of real-world challenges faced by business executives every day, offering students a blend of theory and practice that prepares them to excel as they advance their careers. Classes meet biweekly, Friday and Saturday from 8:50 am to 4:30 pm.; the program also includes a five-day international experience in the second year. A USC Marshall MBA provides graduates with lifetime membership in the USC Trojan Family and access to Marshall's global alumni network, more than 80,000 strong.