@frozenyyogurht: I do not agree with any of the advice offered in this thread regarding MBA programs.
MBA admissions is concerned primarily with one’s post undergraduate work experience, one’s career goals & with an applicant’s GMAT or GRE scores. There are sources of funding available beyond employer reimbursement for part-time MBA study–especially for females & minorities. Also, some full time 2 year MBA program participants receive funding for their second year of study from their FUTURE employer after a successful internship summer.
For experienced mid-level managers, Executive MBA programs are often fully funded by one’s current employer.