Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Program Overview

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Master of Business Administration

Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program provides training in business for students interested in understanding the working nature of business in a competitive environment. Courses in the MBA program integrate information and theories from various disciplines, including accounting, economics, finance, marketing, production operations, and strategic management.

Intake/Entry

Fall semester only

Accreditation

The Walker School of Business & Technology is proud to be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for the Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Learning Outcomes

• Graduates will build their skills in 18 Business and nine Personal Effectiveness areas.
• Graduates will be able to solve semi-structured and unstructured business problems.
• Graduates will be able to focus on creating value in an ESG (environmental, social, governance) framework consistent with modern business practice.

Prerequisites

• BUSN 5000 Business (3 hours)

Program Curriculum

The degree requires satisfactory completion of 36 U.S. credit hours of the MBA curriculum. Students who require prerequisite courses may have to complete more than the minimum required U.S. credit hours for this degree.

Module 1: Value Creation Foundation (22.5 ECTS)

• MBA 5010 Value Creation (3 hours)
• MBA 5020 Quantitative Methods for the MBA (3 hours)
• MBA 5030 Market Analysis and Business Planning (3 hours)

Module 2: Value Creation Components (37.5 ECTS)

• MBA 5100 Adding Value through Human Capital (3 hours)
• MBA 5200 The Financial Value of Capital Projects (3 hours)
• MBA 5300 Providing Value to Customers (3 hours)
• MBA 5400 The Supply Chain and Business Processes (3 hours)
• MBA 5500 Information Support for Decision Making (3 hours)

Module 3: Value Creation in Practice (15 ECTS)

• MBA 5910 Cases in Value Creation (3 hours)
• MBA 5920 Walker Consulting Project: Adding Value to Organizations (3 hours)

Thesis (15 ECTS)

• MNGT 6250 Master Thesis

Study Plan and Regulations

Purpose and Scope

This Study Plan and Regulations lays out the specifications of the program Master of Business Administration (MBA), including the profile and learning outcomes, the structure of the curricula, program development, and the criteria for admission and conferment of a degree.

Profile and Learning Outcomes

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) curriculum focuses on functional areas of business such as marketing, finance, data systems, and human resource management. The program provides training for graduates to be able to identify and efficiently manage activities with the potential to generate the greatest possible value for owners, customers, and other stakeholders in their organization.

Curriculum Overview and Workload

The MBA curriculum is organized into three modules: Value Creation Foundation (22.5 ECTS), Value Creation Components (37.5 ECTS), and Value Creation in Practice (15 ECTS) culminating in a thesis (15 ECTS). The total required workload is 90 ECTS including a thesis.

Admission to the Study Program

In addition to the General Admission Requirements for Graduate Programs, applicants to the Master of Business Administration program must fulfill the following requirements:

• Applicants must prove that they have two years of relevant work experience documented on the resume/curriculum vitae.
• The Admissions Committee may request additional employment confirmation.

Supplementary Requirements for Conferment of the Degree

WVPU confers the academic degree of Master of Business Administration following the successful completion of all modules as stated in the Curriculum Overview and Workload and in accordance with the following rules:

1. Candidates must complete all modules (90 ECTS) as stated in the Curriculum Overview;
2. Students must successfully earn 75 ECTS in residence;
3. Students must complete and defend a master thesis (15 ECTS);
4. All courses must be completed with a grade of B- or better.

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• Dr. Florin Abazi - Computer Science
• Mr. Alfred Dolecek, MSc - Accounting and Marketing
• Dr. Claus Ebster - Marketing and Management
• Dr. Paul Fischer, LLM - Business Law
• Dr. Andrea Gaal - Management
• Dr. Thomas Hadler - Marketing
• Mr. Michael Kapfer, MBA - Marketing and Public Relations
• Dr. Emil Martirosyan - Management
• Dr. Xavier Matteucci - Marketing
• Dr. Heinz Palasser, MBA, MSc - Accounting
• Dr. Hanno Poeschl, MSc, MBA - Finance and Management
• Dr. Owat Sunanta - Math and Statistics
• Dipl. Ing. Martin Winkler - Marketing

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Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) is a two-year, full-time program taught in English. It's designed for professionals seeking career advancement, credential upgrading, and strategic roles in the business world. The curriculum focuses on functional areas of business such as marketing, finance, data systems, and human resource management. The program's objective is to develop broadly educated business managers and executives who understand the nature of business holistically, equipped with tools and techniques applicable to diverse business situations. The program aims to cultivate critical and adaptive thinkers capable of succeeding in a complex and changing labor market. A key feature is its emphasis on value creation, integrated throughout all courses. The program's learning outcomes include the ability to analyze businesses, identify value creation opportunities, apply core business competencies to increase organizational value, and demonstrate personal effectiveness competencies to achieve professional goals and contribute to organizational objectives. The program accepts a maximum of 25 students per year. Internships and study abroad are encouraged but not required.

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Outline:

The MBA curriculum comprises 90 ECTS credits and is structured into three modules:

• MBA 5010 Value Creation (7.5 ECTS)
• MBA 5020 Quantitative Methods for the MBA (7.5 ECTS)
• MBA 5030 Market Analysis and Business Planning (7.5 ECTS) (Prerequisites: BUSN 5000 and MBA 5010)
• MBA 5100 Adding Value Through Human Capital (7.5 ECTS) (Prerequisites: BUSN 5020 and BUSN 5030)
• MBA 5200 Financial Value of Capital Projects (7.5 ECTS) (Prerequisites: BUSN 5020 and BUSN 5030)
• MBA 5300 Providing Value to Customers (7.5 ECTS) (Prerequisites: BUSN 5020 and BUSN 5030)
• MBA 5400 The Supply Chain and Business Processes (7.5 ECTS) (Prerequisites: BUSN 5020 and BUSN 5030)
• Module 3: Value Creation in Practice (15 ECTS): This module focuses on practical application:
• MBA 5910 Cases in Value Creation (7.5 ECTS) (Prerequisites: BUSN 5100, BUSN 5200, BUSN 5300, BUSN 5400, and BUSN 5500 – can be taken concurrently with BUSN 5500)
• MBA 5920 Walker Consulting Project: Adding Value to Organizations (7.5 ECTS) (Prerequisite: completion of all required courses above – can be taken concurrently with BUSN 5910)
• Thesis (15 ECTS): MNGT 6250 Master Thesis: This involves a public defense of the thesis to a committee and peers.
A prerequisite course, BUSN 5000 Business (7.5 ECTS), is required for students lacking an equivalent within five years of program entry. Waivers are possible with demonstrated competency. The program requires a minimum of 36 U.S. credit hours, but students needing prerequisites may require more. Full-time students typically take four courses per semester. Each course (except the thesis) involves 36 hours of class time and approximately 151.5 hours of self-learning. Course formats include Interactive Lectures (IL), Seminars (SE), Practical Training (PT), Colloquia (CO), and Thesis (TH).

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Assessment:

The provided text doesn't explicitly detail assessment methods for each course, but it mentions that all courses must be completed with a grade of B- or better to graduate. The Master's Thesis requires a public defense. Each course syllabus includes details on assessment criteria and methods.

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Teaching:

The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including interactive lectures, seminars, practical training, and case studies. The curriculum is designed around a thematic approach to value creation, integrating knowledge across different business disciplines. The faculty includes both full-time and adjunct professors, many with significant industry experience. The program offers three modalities: in-person, WebNet+ (via Zoom), and fully online asynchronous classes. Regardless of modality, all students use the same online course content. The program emphasizes clarification, context, and collaboration in the classroom. The program also incorporates a systematic internal quality management system with regular reviews and assessments. All incoming students are interviewed by faculty.

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Careers:

MBA graduates find career opportunities in various global industries, including logistics, energy, tourism, finance, and trade. Examples of past graduate positions include global supply chain consultants, trade policy advisors, and managers in business development, finance, and international marketing. The program aims to equip graduates with the skills to succeed in a dynamic job market, whether within their current organization or in a new role.

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Other:

The Webster Vienna MBA program is part of Webster University's global network. The program's study plan and regulations are subject to WVPU's internal quality management system, which includes regular reviews and assessments. The university uses various methods to gather student feedback, including focus groups and course evaluations. The department collaborates with global partners to enhance the curriculum and ensure its relevance to international business practices. The program's curriculum is developed and updated regularly, with input from students and faculty. The Walker School of Business & Technology, which houses the MBA program, is accredited by ACBSP.