International Full Time MBA - Management for Sustainable Growth
Vicenza, Italy
MBA
DURATION
12 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 30,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* to be paid in 4 installments
Key Summary
Our International Full-Time MBA is a prestigious program born from the unique collaboration between CUOA Business School and the Department of Economics and Management - "Marco Fanno" of the University of Padua. This partnership combines the academic excellence and research prowess of the University of Padua with the extensive executive education experience of CUOA Business School. Together, we offer a program that is not only academically rigorous but also deeply linked to the business environment.
The International MBA at CUOA Business School is more than just a postgraduate learning path; it’s a transformative experience that prepares you to excel in a global business environment. With strong industry connections, a practical learning approach, this program is designed to equip future leaders with the skills to drive sustainable growth and digital transformation, creating a positive impact on society, the environment, and businesses.
Key Features
- Strong Business Connections: Leverage our reputation and extensive network within the business ecosystem, providing valuable industry insights and opportunities for real-world application
- Personal and professional growth: 98% + of our participants is involved in a final project in line with his/her personal goals and aspirations, and 98 %+ are employed six months upon graduation
- Collaborative Excellence: Benefit from the combined expertise of two prestigious institutions, focusing on sustainable management and business growth
- Comprehensive Curriculum: A blend of core modules, specialized concentrations, and practical projects ensures a well-rounded learning experience
- Personalized Student Care: Experience a one-to-one approach with personalized support and coaching, ensuring each participant’s unique needs and professional growth goals are met.
Program Structure
The curriculum has been designed to support participants in developing the skills to envision, incorporate, and manage sustainable growth pathways and be capable of making decisions that generate a positive impact on the economic prosperity of businesses and organizations, the environment, and society at large.
Pre-courses - Foundational courses ensure all participants start with a solid understanding of essential business concepts and analytical tools, leveling the playing field and preparing them for the core curriculum.
10 Core Courses - Consistent with established practices, they are held over two terms (October - December and January - April) to cover all main areas of business management:
- International Macroeconomics for Business
- Strategic Management
- Business Ethics & Sustainability
- Financial & Managerial Accounting
- Organization Design & Human Resource Management
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Business Analytics
- Business Planning
3 Elective Concentrations - Specialized elective tracks to personalize the participants' learning experience
- Sustainable Design & Luxury: Innovation & Circular Economy, Retail & Brand Management, Data-Driven Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Planning and Reporting
- Innovation & Digital Transformation: Business Model Innovation, AI for Business Growth, Legal & Ethical Issues of AI, Leading Strategic Change Projects
- Finance for Growth: Corporate Strategy & M&A, Growth Financing & Private Equity, Post-Integration M&A, Risk Management
Live Project Gym
Hands-on methodology, business relevance, and a project-based approach are the key ingredients of our MBA learning experience: participants will be involved in consulting group work, in-company activities, and in labs.
Furthermore, the capstone individual project is another relevant way to work closely with professors or professionals, either to contribute to a company project or to develop new tangible business ideas.
Personal Development Program:
Personal development is one of the pillars we value the most, and that’s why this program runs throughout the master, evolving along with the participants' leadership skills. The Leadership Program includes a series of lectures, seminars, meetings with guest speakers, and experiential activities on topics such as team management, intercultural communication and management, negotiation, conflict management, and decision-making. The activities of Career Management are related to career coaching and personal branding to support participants in designing and driving their career path.
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