Overview

BSBI has partnered with Concordia University Chicago (CUC) to provide an MBA designed and taught by business professionals and educators who are passionate about preparing ethical leaders for the global marketplace. 

CUC MBA courses are recognised by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programmes (ACBSP). This means a CUC education incorporates excellent teaching methods with impressive student learning outcomes that ensure you will get the most out of your studies.

Secure your place on this programme by applying today for 2023 intakes  - Find out how to apply here.

What will you experience?

The MBA degree aims to develop personalities capable of leading companies who drive ethical change. You will learn to think critically about business, how to problem-solve and how to create a leadership style relevant for a number of business areas including accounting, marketing, finance, not-for-profit management and many more.

The curriculum is made up of 12 core modules including Managing and Leading Effective Organisations, Accounting for Decision Making and Managing Human Capital. You will learn to harness the power of strategy and innovation which will help you create relevance in your business.

You will also be offered the chance to study the German language alongside your programme which is an excellent option for students who are thinking about staying and looking for work in Germany upon graduation. This is also a good way to enhance your opportunities in the global marketplace.

The course is delivered 100% on-campus with full access to state-of-the art facilities. Students will also have additional access to course and reading materials via the CUC platform.

Why study this course?

An MBA is an extremely valuable business qualification to have and is an excellent way to develop the skills you need to accelerate your career and business. It can lead to more senior positions, better pay and an abundance of opportunities.

The variety of the core modules, specifically on this MBA programme, means you will gain knowledge of a number of different business areas. This will help you to be more commercial and open-minded when it comes to forming professional relationships and driving your organisation forward.

You will also earn an MBA with 32 credit hours.

Course Price

The 12 modules comprising the CUC MBA cover all aspects of business leadership. Each module is designed to build on previous modules toward the development of skilled professionals who are ready to apply an ethical business philosophy to the international marketplace. A thesis is not required. The pathway will be offered if the minimum class size of 15 students is met to ensure a good academic experience.

Teaching takes place Monday to Saturdays, during morning, afternoon, or evening sessions.

The modules of this programme are offered and delivered 100% on campus. Students will also have additional access to course and reading materials via the CUC platform.

Modules

• Managing and Leading Effective Organisations
• Global Marketing in the Digital Era
• Ethics, Law and Communication in Decision Making
• Organisational Behavior for Competitive Advantage
• Economics for Managers
• Accounting for Decision Making
• Strategy for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Managing Human Capital
• Statistics Applied to Managerial Problems
• Global Management
• Financial Management
• Capstone*

*Note: This is the final course of the programme and should be taken after all other modules are completed.

Benefits of the BSBI Concordia University Chicago MBA

Students will:

• Study in Berlin, a city filled with historical landmarks, quirky coffee shops and endless restaurants to explore outside of studying
• Learn to speak like a local with our option of learning German for three hours a week
• Expand their knowledge with textbooks, academic journals, online lectures and much more
• Work collaboratively with tutors and fellow students to discuss topics and work on interactive projects
• Attend field trips, practical workshops and guest speaker events

Features of the Concordia University Chicago MBA

Students will:

• Receive an academically rigorous and professionally relevant business programme that covers a range of topics: finance, leadership, innovation and entrepreneurialism, digital marketing, economics and more.
• Develop excellent communication and collaboration skills through team interaction with peers.
• Analyse organisational and business challenges using case studies; apply critical and creative thinking to develop innovative business outcomes.
• Select appropriate data analytics and technologies to develop business solutions and improve organisational performance
• Integrate a global interconnectedness perspective into business philosophy and practice.
• Demonstrate an ability to create a business proposal for a new and innovative idea through a capstone course synthesising theoretical business knowledge and its practical application.

Specialisation Options

The specialisation programmes are a series of three or four modules that allow you to focus your expertise in Finance, Digital Marketing, Health Care Management or Project Management. These modules are in addition to your MBA modules. Students can study only one specialisation programme. Fee per student is €1,200 per specialisation programme. The delivery of a specialisation programme is subject to a minimum of 15 students enrolled in the programme. 

The Virtual Student Lounge

BSBI offers you the opportunity to attend our Virtual Student Lounge to help you gain an insight into life at the school. Through a video call consultation, you’ll be able to get a virtual campus tour, learn more about our programmes, bursaries and scholarships, and get answers to any questions you might have regarding the admission procedure.

You’ll also be able to discover more about living and studying in Europe’s start-up capital, Berlin and find out more about the services on offer at BSBI.