MBA - Master of Business Administration
The Master of Business Administration is currently the world's most famous
immersion and advanced course in business studies. The length of full-time MBA programs vary, but are generally between 1-2 years and require students to commit themselves entirely to the program.
An MBA course or program is designed for people who want to
develop their business skills to become leaders in the business world, and for those who hope to work
in management and governance of companies. Students in the most competitive MBA programs will usually bring five to ten years postgraduate experience with them, however each program has different entry requirements.
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MBA - Full-time program
The full-time MBA program normally takes place over two academic
years (approximately 18 months of term time). Courses usually begin in late August/September and
continue until May, with a three to four month summer
break in between years one and two. Although the requirements for full-time MBA programs vary depending on school, typically applicants should have a reasonable
amount of prior real-world work experience, and have already completed an undergraduate degree. Additionally, full-time MBA students should expect to attend instructor led classes provided on campus. If the latter is not an option, it may be beneficial to look into an online MBA program.
Full-time MBA programs
Part-time MBA programs
Online MBA programs
MBA - Explore the opportunities
Masters of Business Administration programs attract delegates from a wide range of academic disciplines and is based on a best practice approach to management.
Many MBA programs are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of business areas such as Accounting, Marketing, Human resources, and Operations Management, to the future leaders of tomorrow. Generally students have the option to choose their area of specialization, in which a third of the program is dedicated to. Popular areas of specialization include Accounting, Finance, Healthcare Administration, Marketing, and International Management.
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MBA - Passport to a successful management career
Due to the nature of MBA programs, and the prestige asigned to them, a number of accreditation
bodies exist to ensure consistency and
quality of graduate business education. Business schools and Universities in many
countries offer MBA programs tailored to either full-time, part-time, executive, and distance learning students, with specialized concentrations.
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MBA - Part-time program
Designed for those delegates that want to study alongside their
employment, or engage in other activities, the part-time MBA program
is usually made up of classes on weekday
evenings, after normal working hours, or on weekends. Part-time
programs normally take three years or more, and are suitable for
working professionals who will engage in a lighter
course load over a longer period of time.
Part-time MBA programs
Executive MBA (EMBA) program
The executive MBA is a program developed to meet the
educational needs of managers and executives, who wish to update their knowledge and rejuvenate their careers. The executive MBA is designed specifically for full-time, working professionals in the mid-stage of their careers.
Executive MBA programs
Distance learning MBA programs
Distance learning MBA programs offer delegates the ability to complete an MBA program electronically, without the need to attend regular classes. These programs utilize in a number of different formats: including correspondence courses via email, interactive broadcast video, recorded lectures or podcasts, and live teleconference or videoconference. Many of the top MBA schools offer these online programs, however it is always advisable to conduct research on a school or program before undertaking any distance learning coursework.
Distance / Online MBA programs
