University of Tennessee MBA Program

Accenture
AmSouth Bank
Andersen Consulting
BB&T
Cap Gemini Ernst & Young
Caterpillar
CSC Consulting
Cummins/Fleetguard
Deere & Co.
Dell

FedEx
Ford
Frito-Lay
GM
Honeywell
i2 Technologies
IBM
Kellogg
Lexmark
Lowes

Merck-Medco
Milliken
Pershing Yoakley & Associates
Plasti-Line
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Procter & Gamble
RJ Reynolds
Saturn
Solectron Corporation
Viking Range

By far our students get kudos on their willingness and ability to roll up their sleeves and get down to work. UT MBAs are not afraid to get their hands dirty! Further, because of the way our program is structured, our students work well in teams and do a fantastic job presenting verbally and in writing the results of their work. On a more functional level, we have the best faculty in logistics and transportation. The connectivity in the department to industry is translated into the classroom. Our students work on real-world projects. Some have the opportunity to work on consulting projects alongside faculty.

Cross-functional, just-in-time teaching and extensive teamwork are what set the UT program apart from the rest. Also of significance are extensive oral examinations in the form of stand-and-deliver presentations. Students must verbally present a portion of their assignments to a team of faculty and industry representatives as part of their overall grade. A shorter, 17-month program allows flexibility in hiring, since UT MBA students graduate in December of each year. A company with hiring needs early in the year is able to bring someone on board right away. If a more traditional May/June availability is preferred, our graduates are available then as well

Given the unique structure and focus of the UT MBA Program, it is not surprising that team learning and cross-functional teaching emerge as the most satisfying features for students. They learn how functions within a firm are related and, therefore, how their decisions as managers impact the company as a whole.

Total tuition and fees for in-state students is approximately $7,700.00 per year. Out of state tuition and fees amount to approximately $22,000.00 per year. Total indebtedness at the end of two years (considering supplies and living expenses) is estimated to be approximately $23,000 for in-state students and approximately $36,000 for out-of-state students.

The entering class profile for the December 2002 class appears below. For additional information, please see the 2002 Admissions/Placement Report (link).

Number 90
Av GPA 3.3
Av GMAT 600
Av age 27

Av years work
experience 3.5
  <1year 10%
  1-3 years 25%
  > 3 years 65%

Undergraduate Majors
  Business 37%
  Arts & Science 28%
  Engineering 15%
  Other 20%

Men 80%
Women 20%
Minorities 5%
Non-U.S. Citizens 17%

For detailed information, please see the 2002 MBA Placement Report
Average Monthly Internship Salary:                                                   $3,821
Median Monthly Internship Salary:                                                     $3,845
                                        Low:                                         $1,500
                                        High:                                        $7,600
In addition, most companies pay relocation costs and provide some housing assistance for interns.

For detailed information, please see the 2002 MBA Placement Report
Average starting base salary:                                                                 $72,125
Median starting base salary:                                                                   $69,500
                                Low:                                                 $45,000
                                High:                                              $120,000
Average bonus package (does not include stock options):   $14,197

Yes! In the past we have provided employers with examples of the types of projects past interns have participated in. From this, they have been able to determine how best to utilize MBA talent. If you would like similar assistance, please contact the MBA Career Services Director.

Interns are paid directly by the hiring company. On occasion, we have been able to set up a special Internship account when requested by the employer for work completed during the regular semester.

Many internship employers will pay relocation costs and assist with housing in the form of a stipend. Others also offer a company vehicle (when appropriate). Memberships at a local health club and a trip home during the summer have been offered in some cases. Of course, these perquisites are at the discretion of the hiring company.

Each year MBA students participate in a number of case competitions. On a regular basis, we send students to the National Logistics and Transportation case competition, the National Black MBA competition, the KPMG Non-profit competition and the Concordia International competition to name a few. We are proud to say that our teams have placed among the top three finishers for almost each year of competition. In addition, there a number of student organizations geared toward specific functional interests.

Four official concentrations make up the UT IVC Program structure: Marketing, Logistics & Transportation, Operations and Finance. In addition, some students are enrolled in a joint MBA/MS Engineering Program as well as a joint JD/MBA Program

Our students are willing to relocate wherever excellent opportunities exist. Since the majority of our class does not come from the Knoxville area, most do not remain in Knoxville for their internships and permanent positions.