MBA - International Relations

  Belgium

Brussels

Description: The MBA with a focus on International Relations is embedded in the context of global economics and business life. We analyze strategies of multinationals and international organisations, both from a theoretical and a practical point of view. We cover, among other things, international management and marketing techniques as well as international social-economic analysis and monetary economics. Students get an insight into the role of governments in international relations and business. Further we analyze and discuss the interplay of legal, political and economic factors in a globalising (business) world.

The programme is really suited for students who are eager to embark on a career in multinational companies and international and European institutions.

It is an English-taught Master degree programme recognized by the authorities of the Flemish Community in Belgium.

Students with a Bachelor in business administration, economics or management can obtain the MBA degree in one year (full-time); students with a non-economic academic Bachelor can do so in two years (full-time). The latter take the Master of International Business Economics and Management in the first year and continue with the MBA in the second year.

HUBrussel offers a standard learning path (one year study, 60 European credits) but composition of your own part-time programme, within the limits of the programme and with the approval of Student Administration Services, is a flexible option.

Highlights: Why MBA at HUB?

1. International class
MBA focus Relations not only provides plenty of opportunities to learn about business. The programme also invites students to discuss cultural aspects of business. As students come from different cultural backgrounds they can make valuable contributions to the course contents of the MBA and learn from each other.

2. Job opportunities
Graduates find jobs in a variety of management positions in multinationals, SMEs and public organisations because employers care about the general business skills that they develop in the MBA programme (analytical skills, communication skills, information processing skills).

The wide scope of the MBA programme is a great simulation of today's work environment in which students are encouraged to deal with different situations in quick succession (being able to analyze and assess situations quickly, take right decisions). That is why MBA students integrate easily in companies and jobs. And that is exactly what employers like!

3. Business orientation
Company projects
The company project in the context of the Ma thesis is the ideal way to experience what business life really is. It is a scientifically underpinned practice oriented assignment, research project or case study carried out by the student and commissioned by a company, a public body, an association, a professional federation, or a non profit making association. A company project is very much focused on output and practice, requiring the student to be actively involved. The approach must always show a sufficient level of theoretical underpinning.

Company visits and guest lectures
We build bridges to real business life by inviting guest speakers to share their experiences in class, organizing numerous field trips to enterprises of all sorts, from SMEs to multinational corporations, and working out case studies directly taken from business life.

4. HUB facilities: a helping hand
Our excellent student support, facilities, services and teaching methodology will help you obtain your goals. At HUB interaction between students and the tutor and also discussions are considered valuable means of learning. As a result, you will get the most out of your study programme.

HUB also houses a number of services centres that might help you while studying. In case you encounter financial, social, psychological or integration problems, you can contact our Social Services Department, Ombudsman's Office or International Office. We want your study to be successful.

5. Partners
HUB is member of the K.U.Leuven Association (University of Leuven).50 partner universities for student and staff and joint (research) programmes.

6. Brussels
Students from all over the world meet and spend one or more years learning from each others' cultural and linguistic backgrounds in a city that has so much to offer in this respect.

Brussels, 'the Capital of Europe', hosts the headquarters of several important European and international institutions like the European Commission, the European Parliament and NATO. Many international firms have their hubs in Belgium's capital as well. Moreover, Brussels is the world's seventh biggest financial market - 60 foreign banks have their offices in the city - and it is welcoming nearly 16 000 business congresses every year. Furthermore, the large number of diplomatic missions in Brussels has contributed to its international character. Last but not least, Brussels is the home of people with a diversity of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

7. Our alumni
Alumni have access to a wide range of vacancies and internships. Alumni can consult online their fellow students' up-to-date contact details. Alumni are invited to join alumni activities and enjoy all kinds of benefits.

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Cost in US$: 758 USD EHEA; 7226 non-EHEA

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Belgium Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network