MBA Definition

An MBA (Master of Business Administration) is an international graduate degree in business management and administration. Intended for executives, the MBA is considered a springboard for career and salary. 

The MBA allows an executive to access key positions in a company or embark on an international career.

MBA is only useful if the training completes a few years of experience. Unlike masters, MBA are not intended for students.

MBA: international recognition

MBA originally, is an Anglo-Saxon degree that began in the early 20th century in the United States at Harvard.

Today, thanks to the globalization and the international context, the Master of Business Administration is internationally recognized. It is taught in more than 120 countries.

Note: MBA, by definition is used for a career in large international companies, investment banks or consulting firms. The MBA has a global vocation. There is no need to do MBA to create or take over a business.

A diploma created by professionals, for professionals

The teaching of MBA is very different from that of a classic master. MBA focuses on strategic management.

The case method

The main originality of MBAs is the use of the case method. Students are offered in many business cases, which they must solve, usually in small groups.

The method of the cases makes it possible to become accustomed to the analysis and to the decision-making.

MBA requires a lot of work outside the classroom.

The fields of instruction

This pedagogy applies to different fields such as:

* Economy, politics,

* International business, marketing,

* Accounting, finance,

* Organization, management,

* Management of information technologies,

* Human resources.

For each career

Whether you are a doctor, an executive or an engineer, there is MBA for you!

There are 2,000 MBA programs worldwide. MBAs are offered under different formulas:

Full Time MBA

Full Time MBA is a full-time training. It lasts between 12 and 24 months and combines theory and practice.

Full Time MBA is for young executives who have little experience and are able to resume full-time studies.

Part Time MBA

Part Time MBA (alternating MBA) is a training that has been designed for people wanting to keep their professional activity.

Classes take place in the evening or on weekends and last on average 18 months.

Executive MBA

Executive MBA is a shorter training course that is aimed for experienced executives. The Executive MBA prepares for a position of senior manager or a management position abroad.

Most of the time, it is the company that offers this training for professional promotion.

Specialized MBA

Specialized MBAs target sectors of activity such as finance, human resources... These courses are preferred if the sector of activity is known.

Specialized MBAs include:

* MBA Finance,

* MBA International Business,

* MBA Communication,

* MBA Marketing,

* MBA Human Resources,

* MBAs for other sectors as well,

* Sectoral MBAs (tourism, etc.).

Making an MBA: a personal and financial investment

Making an MBA is an investment both financially and personally.

Training is expensive. The price depends on the chosen institution and the accreditations obtained by the latter.

The selection is rigorous. The candidate must excel at both the TOEFL and the GMAT. Just like the price, the minimum score required depends on the establishment.

The applicant must also have a good professional record, a complete CV and letters of recommendation.