Program Overview
The Executive MBA in Europe program, offered by Cal Lutheran University in partnership with IBSA, provides working professionals in Central and Eastern Europe with a top-tier U.S. business education. The 15-month program combines online modules with intensive weekend courses in Austria, culminating in an immersion experience in California. Graduates gain advanced knowledge and skills in business administration, leadership, and decision-making, preparing them for success in various sectors and leadership positions.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
In collaboration with the International Business School of Austria (IBSA), Cal Lutheran University offers an Executive MBA program to working professionals in Central and Eastern Europe. This ACBSP-accredited program allows students to gain a top-tier U.S. business education while managing their busy careers.
Objectives:
- Provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in business administration.
- Develop leadership and decision-making abilities.
- Equip students to navigate complex business challenges in a globalized context.
Program Description:
The program spans 15 months, combining 8-week online modules with intensive weekend courses held in Vienna, Graz, and Linz, Austria. Instruction is delivered by experienced faculty from California Lutheran University's School of Management. The program concludes with a two-week immersion experience in California, where students finish remaining coursework, visit leading companies, interact with top US executives, and participate in the New Venture Competition.
Outline:
The program curriculum covers a comprehensive range of business disciplines, including:
- Financial Management
- Marketing Management
- Operations Management
- Human Resource Management
- Strategy
- Leadership
- Entrepreneurship The program features a modular structure, with each module focusing on a specific business area. Modules are typically delivered over a period of 8 weeks, with a combination of online and on-location sessions.
Assessment:
Student performance is evaluated through a variety of methods, including:
- Individual assignments
- Group projects
- Case studies
- Class participation
- Final examinations
Teaching:
The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Interactive lectures
- Case studies
- Group discussions
- Simulations
- Guest speakers The faculty comprises experienced professionals with extensive academic and industry backgrounds. Many faculty members have international experience and research interests.
Careers:
Graduates of the program can pursue a wide range of career opportunities in various sectors, including:
- Management consulting
- Investment banking
- Finance
- Marketing
- Human resources
- Operations The program equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in leadership positions within their chosen fields.
Other:
- The program has attracted students from various countries, including Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Portugal, Spain, and Russia.
- Many graduates have gone on to work for leading companies in Austria and internationally.
- The program offers a unique opportunity to experience a high-quality U.S. business education in an international setting.
- Students benefit from networking opportunities with peers from diverse backgrounds and industries.
