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Structure
The Master in International Business offers a branched path.
All admitted students will take part to the MIB Fast Track, a twelve-months, part-time programme composed of three teaching periods. It delivers up to 70 CFU and a “Master universitario di I livello” diploma (level 7 of the European Qualifications Framework – EQF).
The MIB Master offers three modular configurations, outlined below:
Program Brochure
MIB Fast Track
12 months, part-time programme (up to 70 learning credits)
1st QUARTER
Classes (SEPT-DEC)
1st. Quarter Exams
2nd QUARTER
Classes and Project work (JAN-APR)
2nd.Quarter Exams
3rd QUARTER
Project Work (APR-JUN)
Final Exam (JUL)
MIB International Focus Experience
15 months, part-time programme (up to 100 learning credits)
1st QUARTER
Classes (SEPT-DEC)
1st. Quarter Exams
2nd QUARTER
Classes and Project work (JAN-APR)
2nd. Quarter Exams
3rd QUARTER
Project Work (APR-JUN)
Final Exam (JUL)
Once completed the MIB Fast Track:
4th QUARTER
International Focus Experience (IFE) during a fourth period at a Partner University in main market areas worldwide, or at UCSC on a major internationalization-related topic.
Fast Track
1. Lectures: 12 core courses taking place on Fridays (from 5.30 PM to 7.30 PM) and Saturdays (from 9 AM to 1 PM) + 2 Intensive Weeks (40 hours per week face-to-face lectures).
2. Business Talks: business executives are regular guests, thus ensuring the relevance and practicality of our management education. This activity is spread all over the quarter I, generally taking place on Monday and Tuesday from October to December.
3. Project Work: represents an opportunity for participants to put into practice the management and leadership skills acquired throughout the programme. Each project is supervised by a mentor.
4. Final report and presentation: preparation, presentation and discussion of the Project Work.
International Focus Experience
MIB International Focus Experience is a fifteenth-month, part-time programme. Students have the opportunity of participating in the International Focus Experience (IFE) during a fourth period at a Partner University (in different countries) in main market areas worldwide, or at UCSC on a major internationalization-related topic.
During the MIB Fast track, students will be able to consider the opportunity to follow the MIB International track, which implies the fourth quarter either abroad or in Italy.
Some of the current options available for the International track are Lomonosov Moscow State University (Russia), Dominican University of California.
The network of relationship with foreign Universities is constantly expanding.
The goal of International Track is putting together an international experience with an opportunity to get a specialized knowledge which is offered by the partner university.
Participants
50+
Nationalities represented in class
33-35
Average age
3+
Years of work experience
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University recognized by Italian law
- A common good command of the English language is essential.
- The potential candidates should have a few years work experience and be interested in international career developments
Programme Objectives
The Master in International Business provides a relevant training experience that allows participants to join the next wave of dynamic business leaders. It is a master programme that will train you to have the hard and soft skills needed to succeed in the global marketplace, and it is a highly intensive learning experience, involving extensive participation and interaction among all participants.
MIB challenges its students through rigorous coursework and practical work activities, training its students to place concept and theory into practical application. It offers theory mixed with practice: a rigorous academic programme is coupled with practical work experiences that challenge you to put theory into practice.
Courses
The programme consists of two main phases. In the first phase, students will deal with economic and legal issues of internationalization, learning principal management techniques used in international companies (in particular SMEs) and key methodologies for research and consulting. During the second phase, students will implement research and consulting projects in collaboration with companies.
32 CFU Management Area
- International Finance
- International Banking
- International Business Strategy and International Entrepreneurship
- International Marketing
- International Brand Management
- Economic and Financial Analysis
- International People Management
8 CFU Economics Area
- Industrial Economics
- International Economics
8 CFU Quantitative Area
- Global Supply Chain Management
4 CFU Legal Area
- Legal system and International Contract Law
4 CFU Cross-Disciplinary Area
- Social Skills and Emotional Intelligence
14 CFU Practical Work Activities
- Project Work 12 CFU
- Final Exam (Report and Presentation) 2 CFU
Practical Work Activities
Project Work
The project work represents an opportunity for participants to put into practice the management and leadership skills acquired throughout the programme and to enjoy direct interaction with leading companies. Participants are free to tailor their project to meet their future professional needs.
Business Talks
In addition to core courses, a cycle of Business Talks has been designed and planned to enhance students’ international knowledge and competences in the different subject studies.
Learning Labs & Seminars
In addition to the core courses the MIB programme offers Learning Labs and Seminars to enhance expertise at edge of innovation management and business topics, in emerging areas and evolving industries.
One-to-one Interviews
With our career
development coordinator to support
participants career boost.
The Future
The aim of the programme is to offer MIB students a diverse career, providing the opportunity to work in varied roles and geographies.
Large Multinational Enterprises
Students being able to work efficiently in multicultural teams may find placement in a large number of functional areas by practicing management skills in the international arena.
Consulting Companies
A large number of consulting projects are oriented to support the multinationals in the management phase of their international positioning and efficient integration of their network of subsidiaries worldwide. The Master in International Business prepares students for projects related to cross border management.
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Graduates in International Business will be able to fill the role of Business Development Manager and/or Export Manager. They will be able to identify and select international market opportunities by understanding and capturing the added value through export strategies or other entry modes.
Government agencies and NGOs
The MIB also focuses on the applied economics and on the economic policies. The practical study of the role played in global business by governments and supranational institutions help International Business students to become preferential candidates for covering positions in government agencies and NGOs operating on international scale.
Main Job Profiles
Business Manager, Supply Manager, Financial Manager, Business Analyst, Logistic Manager, Managing Consultant, Import-Export Manager, Entrepreneur.
Our Business Network
- 3M
- Accenture
- Brembo
- Campari
- Expedia
- LVMH
- Microsoft
- Moleskine
- Netflix
- Paypal
- Sky
- Spotify
- Udinese Calcio
- UPS
- discover all
Admission
Domestic Students
Candidates holding an Italian Bachelor Degree or another academic title issued by an Italian University are required to fill in the on-line application form.
Deadline for applications is September 4th, 2023.
Students wishing to be considered for the Early Bird scholarship will be required to send the documents within May 31th 2023.
International Students
Candidates holding a non-Italian Bachelor Degree should apply here. Visit the UCSC International website
Deadline: June 29th, 2023
Deadlines
Domestic Students September 4th 2023
International Students June 30th 2023
Selection
The selection process for admission to the Master is based on the materials received. The applicant will receive a written communication by email regarding his/her definitive admission to MIB.
A maximum score of 100 points is available. Out of these, a maximum of 25 points are accredited for each of the following qualifications:
- Consistency of the previous studies and post bachelor degree working experiences (if any) with the objectives of the Master outline;
- Statement of motivation;
- Certified or tested (if required) English Language Proficiency;
- Marks/Grades obtained in previous studies.
The applicant must have at least 60 out of a total of 100 points to be admitted to the course.
Maximum number of participants is 60.
Tuition Fees
Fast Track + Optional Tracks
Fast Track
14,000.00 Euro
Payment Plan
- € 3,000.00 on matriculation
- € 3,000.00 by December 2023
- € 4,000.00 by March 2024
- € 4,000.00 by May 2024
The fee covers welcome activities and courses (group work, company visits etc.); access to the web platform where all the files and course content will be available; the use of infrastructure and materials for the study. The fee does not cover room and board.
International Track
Fast Track + 5,000.00 Euro
Payment Plan
- € 3,000.00 by June 2023
- € 2,000.00 by October 2024
The fee covers Welcome activities, tuition, conferences and meetings with companies, company visits (if scheduled), tutorship, use of the partner University’s facilities (including library; computers labs; students canteen; health service).
Tuition does not include room and board. In-campus dormitory facilities may be available depending on the destinations. The cost of living (housing, meals, transportation, and other expenses) changes according to the destination, it can range between € 500.00 – 1,000.00 monthly.
Scholarships
Early Bird
The Early Bird application advantage scheme grants up to 5 € 3,000.00 scholarships to MIB candidates applying earlier than May 31th 2023 holding an Italian Bachelor Degree and completing the enrollment procedure within 5 working days, after receiving the confirmation of admission by email.
Affiliate
A discount of € 500 on the third installment will be provided to students who have achieved their previous studies in Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and who have subscribed to the premium services “Alumni UCSC”. The discount is valid only for students who are members of the Alumni community before enrolling in the master.
Financial Aid
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore offers some possibilities of financial aid to applicants holding a Bachelor degree issued by an Italian University:
- Prestito d’onore, in collaboration with Banca Intesa (only for EU citizens).
- Full and partial academic scholarships may be awarded. Eligible candidates to apply for the scholarships are only those who have passed the selection process and are admitted to the MIB programme. (only for Italian citizens)
- Some Italian Regions offer Scholarship opportunities for resident citizens (i.e. Regione Molise and Regione Puglia).
- Banks in most countries offer low-interest loans for post-graduate education.