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Raising The Bar On Managing An Organization's Talent, June 29, 2004
Reviewer: Gary Wallrapp from Boston, Ma, USA- Former Employment Manager, Reebok International, Ltd.

This book opened a world of options, June 9, 2004
Reviewer: Ken Johnson from Chicago, IL, USA, IT Manager

Recommended for Anyone Considering an MBA, Especially for Women!
Reviewer: Kathy Clance from New York, NY, USA, Banker

Xlibris, a division of Random House Announces New Book on the Executive MBA.
New Book Points the Way to Business Training
Executive MBA, an Innovative Approach Combining Work and Study

Raising The Bar On Managing An Organization's Talent, June 29, 2004
Reviewer: Gary Wallrapp from Boston, Ma, USA- Former Employment Manager, Reebok International, Ltd.

Having managed the MBA recruiting and development programs in dynamic, global business environments, I could have benefited greatly from the practical advice and guidelines offered in The Executive MBA- An Insiders Guide. This book provides a great overview of both the employee and employer perspectives and offers valuable guidelines for organizations' to address a myriad of important issues: From linking the graduate business education initiatives to the organizations mission, to selecting program participants, formulating appraisal and financial sponsorship arrangements, to addressing post program issues- the author addresses it all.

This book is a great resource for any organization seeking to develop and retain outstanding managers. Senior leadership can gain insight into setting up and managing EMBA programs and the talented professionals who are attracted to these programs. The author's logical, focused, and strategic approach to create a managed program that can maximize results by synergizing graduate education and organizational mission is clearly outlined.

Managing and retaining the most talented managers in a dynamic, global business environment is quite a challenge. Out of necessity, my approach was to recruit and develop smart, assertive and adaptable self starting MBA's who had a bias for action and could blend into diverse global business environments. In this mode, with senior leadership geographically spread throughout the world, I encouraged local management to autonomously direct talented MBA professionals as they moved through various divisions or companies: this approach can be effective if an upwardly mobile professional can self-navigate. While this approach can generate a natural setting for talent to flourish, it can also generate a chaotic state where talent can be underutilized or even suppressed. The perspectives and guidelines offered in this book can help an organization alleviate or avoid the downside risks and related failures in human resources development that can occur in dynamic, global organizations. Small, emerging firms that are nimble should also consider adopting the sponsorship ideas offered by this book.

My experience in managing and observing numerous approaches to managing graduate education programs has convinced me that most programs are " home grown" and could improve their effectiveness as measured by employee satisfaction and organizational achievement. Senior executive and human resources leadership could benefit greatly from the perspectives offered by this book. As the US economy continues to compete on a global basis for management talent, I believe the competition will stiffen and the bar will be raised thus requiring winning organizations to create thoughtful and globally integrated approaches to developing and retaining their future leadership; and this future leadership can effectively be developed from within the ranks of the talented and aspiring cadre of MBA credentialed professionals.

This book opened a world of options, June 9, 2004
Reviewer: Ken Johnson from Chicago, IL, USA, IT Manager

I am an IT manager currently employed but seeking career alternatives, because growth opportunities are limited with my background. My position is considered middle management, yet I can't leave my job to expand my horizons. I had no idea EMBA programs even existed. This book gave me a whole new perspective on working and learning. It opened a door to a potential future with a plethora of helpful and practical ideas, including funding, an important concern. In addition, I see EMBA programs can be highly flexible, yet challenging and versatile, with an abundance of opportunities that fit my interests. I loved the comments from those who went through EMBA programs, and really appreciated the wide range of people who attend these programs. The book is clear, concise, well written and reflects an enormous amount of research.

Recommended for Anyone Considering an MBA, Especially for Women!
Reviewer: Kathy Clance from New York, NY, USA, Banker

I work for an inner-city bank and as a working mother my options in getting ahead are limited in my company. Certainly an MBA can help and the executive MBA route seems viable. I don't see myself CEO of the bank, I am not that type, but the delivery of the education and types of projects plus accommodating work and family seems appealing. After reading this book, "executive" is just the name of the style of the delivery of the education and most who attend the EMBA are simply aspiring professionals looking to get ahead like me with around 10 years or more work experience. The section for working mothers was excellent and the sample schedule and testimony from actual women was great. I strongly recommend this book for anyone interested in getting an MBA. Helpful and practical advice.

Contact: Marianne Bellesorte Xlibris Corporation (215) 923-4686 x. 165 Marianne.Bellesorte@Xlibris.com

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New Book Points the Way to Business Training

Executive MBA, an Innovative Approach Combining Work and Study

New York , NY (Release Date TBD) - Xlibris Press today announced publication of a book that describes why employees and employers should consider the Executive Masters in Business Administration (EMBA) degree as an alternative to the traditional MBA. Businessman and eBusiness consultant Jason A. Price, M.S., M.B.A., shows readers why he recommends an Executive MBA, how to get accepted into an EMBA program, the career advantages of combining study and work, and important corporate considerations when it comes to selection and sponsorship. His new book titled The Executive MBA: An Insider's Guide for Working Professionals in Pursuit of Graduate Business Education provides an abundance of insider information for working professionals.

Even in these challenging economic times, the Executive MBA opens new opportunities for both employees and employers alike. Prospective students can often get sponsorship for their education while maintaining full-time employment and still graduate in two years. Price outlines approaches to find the right school; how to successfully apply; strategies for funding; and a host of other useful suggestions including testimonials from graduates, administrators, and hiring managers. The Executive MBA describes how the EMBA can enhance an employee's existing position and help the student stay current with the best thinking on strategic business, financial, and other organizational issues. An EMBA education provides an extremely stimulating educational and creative environment through interaction and networking with other working peers and highly respected business educators. Additional chapters take a look at doctors, lawyers, and working parents who have attended and are attending an Executive MBA program. For corporations, the book gives a thorough review of the education, a framework for candidate selection, and a guideline on how to create an innovative sponsorship method for employers that protects the firm's financial investment. New funding options are also available in cooperation with financial institutions based on terms that are both equitable to corporations and can accommodate employees who desire flexibility after graduation. Price also presents a comprehensive profile of over 180 U.S. and international programs examining class size, program duration, schedules, program focus, and more than 30 other variables important for program selection.

The book benefits from the contributions of diverse business and academic sources, ranging from senior managers of Fortune 500 corporations and nonprofit organizations, to recent EMBA graduates and the faculty and administrators of many of these top academic institutions. Since the author is not affiliated with a specific institution, Price is able to take an objective look at current EMBA programs.

About the Author

To complement the book, Price has also created a free interactive website where employees and employers can learn more about the EMBA, identify programs in their area, read more about this practical form of graduate business education. Visit www.embaworld.com.

The Executive MBA: An Insider's Guide for Working Professionals in Pursuit of Graduate Business Education
By Jason A. Price
Publication Date:
Trade Paperback; 250 pages

Jason Price is available for interviews by calling (215) 923-4686 x. 165 or emailing Marianne.Bellesorte@Xlibris.com. To request a complimentary paperback review copy of The Executive MBA , contact the publisher at (215) 923-4686 x. 165. To purchase copies of the book for resale, please fax Xlibris at (215) 599-0114.

About Xlibris

Xlibris is a publishing company based in Philadelphia and a strategic partner of Random House Ventures, LLC, a subsidiary of Random House, Inc. Xlibris books can be purchased in any major bookstore, or online at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Borders or Xlibris. For more information, contact Xlibris at (888) 795-4274 or on the web at www.Xlibris.com.