Business Details
Your Trusted Driving School in Scottsdale, AZ
Driving MBA was founded with a singular mission: to save lives through comprehensive driver education. Our programs prioritize competency, readiness, and safety over mere eligibility, ensuring students develop critical skills before obtaining a license. We utilize advanced simulation labs to replicate real-world hazards like distracted driving, red-light runners, and dust storms, allowing students to learn in controlled environments. Our curriculum, developed by experts in education and teen brain development, caters to diverse learners, including teens, adults, seniors, and individuals with ADHD or ASD. With over 20 years of organizational development expertise and a focus on experiential learning, we provide training that lasts a lifetime.Our team combines decades of experience in education, automotive technology, and corporate training to deliver evidence-based programs. We specialize in programs like D.R.I.V.E. Certification, Modified D.R.I.V.E., and foundational courses, all incorporating simulation labs and on-road instruction. Our commitment to reducing teen driver fatalities drives every aspect of our operations. By emphasizing measurable skill development and final evaluations, we ensure students are truly prepared for real-world driving. This dedication to excellence has made us Arizonas most trusted driving school.
Services
Teen Driver Education
Adult Driver Training
Corporate Fleet Training
Driving Simulation Labs
Car Maintenance Classes
Highlights and features
- We utilize advanced simulation labs to teach hazard recognition and risk management.
- Our programs are developed by experts in childhood education and teen brain development.
- We offer specialized training for students with ADHD, ASD, and other learning needs.
- Our instructors have decades of combined experience in education and automotive safety.
- We provide measurable skill evaluations to ensure license readiness.
What people say
Comprehensive training
Specialized programs
Skilled instructors
Safety focus
Effective simulations
Services
Teen Driver Education
Our teen driver programs combine simulation labs and on-road instruction to build critical skills before licensing. We focus on hazard recognition, defensive driving, and real-world scenarios in controlled environments. Specialized programs cater to students with ADHD, ASD, and other learning needs.
Driving Simulation Labs
Advanced simulation technology replicates dangerous driving conditions like distracted driving and red-light runners. This allows students to practice risk management without real-world consequences. Labs are integrated into all certification programs for comprehensive skill development.
Corporate Fleet Training
Customized driver training programs for corporate clients emphasize safety protocols and risk mitigation. Our curriculum reduces workplace accidents through defensive driving techniques and scenario-based learning. Programs adapt to specific industry requirements for commercial vehicle operations.
Car Maintenance Classes
Basic car maintenance instruction covers essential skills for vehicle upkeep and emergency preparedness. Students learn tire changes, fluid checks, and diagnostic basics to enhance road safety and vehicle longevity through hands-on demonstrations.
Adult Driver Assessments
Specialized evaluations and refresher courses for adult and senior drivers improve road safety through updated skill development. Programs address changing reflexes and modern traffic patterns while maintaining licensing requirements through comprehensive behind-the-wheel assessments.
People
Maria Wojtczak
CEO, Co-Founder
Maria leads Driving MBA with 20+ years of organizational development expertise. She applies adult learning principles and systems change experience to create evidence-based driver education programs focused on safety and competency.
Richard Wojtczak
Co-Founder
Richard brings 30+ years of automotive industry experience and IT expertise. He pioneered simulation technology integration in driver training to improve road safety through innovative educational tools and organizational development strategies.
Kathleen Ryan
Director of Instruction
Kathleen develops specialized curricula with 12 years of special education experience. She creates individualized instruction plans that establish safe learning environments for students with diverse needs and learning challenges.
Michael Jordan
Business Development Manager
Michael applies 20 years of sales experience and nonprofit leadership to expand Driving MBA's community outreach. His background in automotive sales and organizational development strengthens program accessibility and market engagement.
Heather Penwell
Lead Administrator
Heather manages administrative operations with medical administration expertise and 20 years in security. Her commitment to student safety and organizational efficiency ensures smooth program delivery and client support.
Questions
What makes DrivingMBA different from other driving schools?
We focus on competency over eligibility using simulation labs, measurable objectives, and specialized instruction for diverse learners.
Do you offer programs for students with special needs?
Yes, we specialize in training for teens with ADHD, ASD, and other learning challenges through individualized instruction.
What types of driver education programs do you provide?
We offer D.R.I.V.E. Certification, Modified D.R.I.V.E., foundational courses, corporate training, and adult driver assessments.
Are payment plans available for your programs?
Yes, we offer flexible payment options. Contact our office for specific financing arrangements and program pricing.
How do your simulation labs improve driver safety?
Our labs replicate real-world hazards like distracted driving and collisions in controlled environments to develop risk management skills.
Do you serve areas beyond Scottsdale and Glendale?
While based in Scottsdale and Glendale, we serve throughout Arizona with customized programs for local driving conditions.
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