MBA Masters in Business Administration

Program Overview

The American University of Malta's Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is a rigorous 18-month program designed to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and competences necessary to lead businesses in the global economy. The program emphasizes critical thinking, analytical frameworks, and a multi-disciplinary perspective, preparing graduates for success in various managerial roles across industries. With a focus on business management, the program positions graduates with advanced knowledge and a competitive edge in the job market.

Program Outline

American University of Malta (AUM) - Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program

Extracted Sections:

Degree Overview:

• Objective: To instill the necessary knowledge, skills, and competences needed to successfully lead a business in the global economy.
• Key Focus: Equipping graduates with critical thinking abilities and analytical frameworks to make difficult business decisions affecting multiple stakeholders.
• Curriculum: Provides a rigorous business education based on a solid foundation in functional areas of business enhanced with analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Learning Approach: Builds on foundational knowledge with current research findings, leading to the multi-disciplinary perspective needed for successful business leadership in a global economy.

Outline:

• Program Length: 18 Months
• Credits Required: 46 US credits / 92 ECTS
• Degree Level: MQF Level 7
• Structure: 3 semesters of coursework + 1 semester for a major independent research project
• Course Sequence: Later courses leverage material learned in earlier courses.
• Modules:
• Introductory and Core Modules:
Primarily utilize lectures, frequent homework, and exams.
• Advanced Modules: Incorporate case studies and group projects.
• Research Methods Module: Develops a proposal for the research project in the last semester.
• Research Project: Requires students to conduct research on a chosen topic and prepare a project report.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Foundation and Core Modules:
Assessed by written examinations and homework assignments.
• Advanced Modules: Assessed by written examinations, homework assignments, and case studies.
• Research Project: Assessed by a committee of 3 faculty members, including the sponsoring faculty member.
• Grading Scale: 70% passing rate required for each module.
• Graduation Requirements: Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4 or above, with distinction for a GPA of 3.6/4 or above.

Teaching:

• General Pedagogical Methods: Online meeting/lecture software for real-time lectures, VLE for asynchronous learning, educational videos.
• Faculty: Experienced and qualified faculty members with expertise in their respective fields.
• Work-Based Learning: Encouraged but not mandatory, through field trips, internships, and university-private sector agreements.

Careers:

• Potential Careers: Marketing Manager, Medical/Educational/Health Services Manager, Management Consultant, Financial Manager, Business Operations Manager, Accounting Consultant/Manager, Financial Consultant, Business Development Consultant, Tourism Manager.
• Impact on Career: Graduates acquire knowledge, skills, and competences that place them ahead of bachelor's or other master's graduates in career paths.
• Network and Connections: Opportunity to build a significant network and connections with established professionals in the field.

Other:

• Admission Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree (e.g., US Bachelor or European 3-yr initial degree) in any discipline.
• Minimum GPA of 2.2.
• English proficiency demonstration.
• Program Comparison: Compared to other MBA programs, AUM's program is highly specialized in business management and positions graduates with advanced knowledge in the field.
• Relationship to Occupation/s: While not directly preparing students for specific occupations, the program equips graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various managerial roles across industries.

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