Chapman University, a private college situated in Orange County, Calif., offers MBA and executive MBA programs through its Argyros School of Business and Economics. The executive MBA program is designed for students who work full time, enabling them to get a degree in 21 months by attending evening and weekend classes. Argyros doesn't just offer standalone MBA programs, however; the school also has MBA programs that combine law and film graduate degrees with an MBA.

The school prides itself on 'the personal touch,' 'small class size' and 'individualized attention,' according to student surveys in Vault's Buzz Books. While the curriculum is a 'challenging' one, it also gives students autonomy, allowing them to 'take classes based on their preferences'and doesn't require lockstep class completion.' As a bonus, the campus is located in a desirable area, students say. 'Not only is the campus beautiful, but it is located right in the heart of Old Towne Orange in Orange County, Calif.,' one student notes. 'Therefore, you get the best of the balance between education, business and lifestyle.'