International MBA

The International Full-Time MBA is a 12-month programme centered on Leadership with Purpose and the aspiration to contribute to a better future.

Programme Structure

Core Courses

Lay management foundations across four pillars: Context, Company, Business Functions, and Innovation.

Specialisations

Choose via boot camps, focusing on Entrepreneurship, Digital Transformation, Luxury & Design Management, or Global & Sustainable Management.

• Experience Gym: Conducted with MBA partner companies, featuring lectures, simulations, and visits for practical application.
• Workshop on Purpose: Explore and practice Purpose, including peer coaching for reflection
• International Experiences: Opportunities for Doing Business In, Exchange Programmes, and collaborative experiences with global partners
• Business Transformation Project: Apply Purpose in Project Work, either individually or in a group

Additional Services: Access to Digital Innovation Observatories and a language platform for Italian skills. The International Part-Time MBA Agenda offers a flexible learning approach with weekly video clips, face-to-face sessions on Fridays and Saturdays, and monthly weekend sessions. The curriculum includes core courses emphasizing Complexity, Decision-Making, People, and Innovation. Participants can choose from management boot camps or workshops based on personal interests. International weeks and experiences provide exposure to global business schools, while workshops focus on Purpose and Human Capabilities. The program concludes with a Business Transformation Project, applying Purpose to real-world scenarios.

Additional services include access to Digital Innovation Observatories for insights into digital innovation. The 12-month Dual-Degree MBA, offered jointly by POLIMI Graduate School of Management and John Cabot University, centers around your needs and career goals. Tailored for young professionals, it integrates liberal arts with business management fundamentals, promoting innovative thinking and addressing societal challenges. The programme includes an orientation week, core courses covering management fundamentals, elective courses matching your interests, a Consciousness & Creativity path for soft skill development, an optional week in Milan, and project work. Additional services provide access to Politecnico di Milano's Digital Innovation Observatories and on-campus support from John Cabot University, encompassing housing, dining, medical assistance, and mental wellbeing support.

At the end of your International Full-Time MBA or your International Part-Time MBA, if eligible, you will be granted an:

• MBA Diploma from POLIMI Graduate School of Management
• 1st level University Specialising in Master degree from Politecnico di Milano

Ideal candidate has at least three years of professional experience in any industry or role.

The POLIMI Graduate School of Management’s Career Development Programme, tailored for International Full-Time MBA students, focuses on developing vital Career Management skills and tools for strategic career advancement. The programme covers Career Strategy Design & Tools: Define professional goals and enhance personal branding. Careers Workshops and Labs: Engage in interactive sessions for refining career management skills, including job search strategies and professional networking. Professional Networking: Attend employer presentations, Career Days, online Job Fairs, and networking events for valuable connections.

For International Part-Time MBA students, the Career Development Programme offers Workshops and Labs to navigate the dynamic job market with specialised workshops for responsible and sustainable management. Individual Consultancy: Engage in personalised sessions to define professional goals and create action plans for success. Networking Events: Establish connections with industry leaders through round tables, career talks, and more, either in-person or virtually. This programme ensures you're well-equipped to excel in today’s competitive global marketplace.

International New Generation Full-Time MBA

Excellent Careers Service: over 90% were employed within 3 months post-graduation, and salaries doubled.

Ranked 26th in Europe for MBA Specialisations and Business Masters by QS 2024 and 27th in Europe for Class & Faculty Diversity.

• Give yourself the chance to explore the power of Purpose as a primary motivator of decisions in your life and work activities, which amplifies its value in purpose-driven organisations. Dive into an expansive network of elite companies, nationally and internationally celebrated, that don't just contribute to our programme: they're an integral part of it
• Participate in guest lectures, business simulations, and company visits, which will enable you to see firsthand the practical application of the content and tools you have studied in the Core Courses in General Management
• Take advantage of our Career Development Centre to build a personalized career path in the international corporate world, while creating your valuable network through close contact with a wide range of business sectors, consultancies, entrepreneurs, and startups
• Capitalize on the trailblasing ethos in entrepreneurship that sets us apart, making our graduates the go-to leaders in the market, so join the many students and alumni who consistently applaud our innovative spirit
• Craft your MBA journey with specializations that speak to your ambitions, whether in Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Startup Development, Digital Transformation & Big Data, Luxury & Design Management, or Global & Sustainable Management. Your 12-month tailor-made Master awaits

International Part-Time MBA

Internationally recognised qualification

No career break needed

• Join a truly experiential MBA that will let you learn the most attractive and important trends through practical activities one weekend per month! Through workshops, hackathons, guest speakers, and company visits, you will discover that every moment is a new opportunity to learn
• Embark on a global journey with our immersive International Weeks, set against the backdrop of Europe’s most dynamic cities. Revel in a rich tapestry of cultures as you join a diverse network of peers from across the globe and learn from the best international faculty. It’s not just an education, it’s the world in a classroom
• Transform weekends into a powerhouse of learning with guest lectures, real-world business simulations, and immersive company visits that turn theory into practice
• Attend your Career Development Programme: you’ll engage in a customised transformative process where we will help you to develop your career strategy action plan! Our experiential labs are designed to transform your aspirations into plans where you will acquire the skills demanded by today’s workplaces
• Discover a programme that’s crafted around your unique vision and ambitions. Here, it’s not just about the skills: it’s about igniting your mission and defining your proper “why” for each action

Dual-Degree MBA

Experience the charm of the Eternal City: from the heart of Rome towards your global career.

Dual network of professional and alumni connections

• Immerse yourself in the historic grandeur of Rome. Here, your studies are infused with the city's timeless allure, offering an authentic Italian experience while connecting with a diverse international network. Embrace a learning journey that harmoniously blends cultural depth with a global perspective
• Experience a distinctive MBA, harmonising technical prowess with liberal arts, born from the synergy between two renowned schools
• Cultivate a mindful and inventive mindset with the Consciousness & Creativity Path, a tailored journey to broaden your critical thinking with a focus on sustainable, global, and innovative practices
• Benefit from a dual network of contacts, maximizing your success opportunities through access to Career Development Centers and the alumni networks of both institutions.

International New Generation Full-Time MBA

Duration: 12 months full-time

International Part-Time MBA

Duration: 20 months part-time