Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The accredited MBA program is carried out under the auspices
of International Institutions and Foreign Universities, provided by an educational institution certified by the Ministry of Education of the Slovak Republic
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a prestigious, professionally oriented management study for people who want to understand the functioning of the organization as a whole and make better management decisions. It connects strategy, marketing, operations, human resources and project management with the development of leadership and communication skills. Its value is not the isolation of mastering individual topics, but the ability to see the connections: how the decision on the customer segment will affect processes, people, costs, reputation and the long-term direction of the organization.
The program is suitable for both novice and experienced managers, team leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals preparing for a management position and employees of the public or non-profit sector. It will be especially useful for those who coordinate people, budget, projects or relationships with customers and partners in practice. It can also be beneficial for specialists in technical, healthcare, legal or humanities fields who have professional expertise but need to complement a broader managerial perspective.
The study plan covers corporate strategy, marketing and market segmentation, international trade, operational management, and project preparation and management. These topics are complemented by leadership, human resource management, work motivation, team functioning, and the basics of the coaching approach. Negotiation, mediation, business protocol, and ethics help cultivate professional relationships and trusting communication. Crisis management, GDPR, and mental hygiene, on the other hand, prepare the participant for situations in which it is necessary to make decisions under pressure, protect sensitive data, and at the same time maintain a healthy work environment.
In a modern organization, managerial areas cannot be managed separately. A new product needs to know the customer, a realistic operating model, a prepared team, a budget, a schedule and a method of evaluation. A change in the market or technology, in turn, can affect strategy, processes and work roles at the same time. Therefore, the MBA supports cross-sectional thinking and work with cases in which there is no single mechanical solution. The participant learns to ask the right questions, distinguish facts from assumptions, and communicate the decision in a way that is understood by people from different departments.
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POSTGRADUATE / PROFESSIONAL
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STUDIES Study programme Master OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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Guarantor of the programme JUDr. Mária Marinicová, PhD., MBA, LL.M., DBA, mim. prof.
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Language of instruction Slovak
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DURATION STUDY 1 academic year (2 SEMESTERS)
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Form of study online (distance)
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Admission No entrance exams
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Method of completion of study of the final thesis
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NUMBER OF HOURS 120
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NUMBER OF CREDITS 60
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TITLE AFTER THE NAME MBA
The graduate should be able to name a problem, evaluate its business and organizational consequences, propose a realistic solution and transfer it to a specific project. The acquired knowledge can be used in creating a strategy, developing products and services, optimizing processes, leading changes, negotiating or building a team culture. The methodology of the final thesis supports the systematic processing of a real managerial problem and connects the study with one’s own professional practice. The MBA thus provides a comprehensive framework for responsible management in private, public and non-profit organizations.
It is this cross-sectional focus that makes the MBA one of the most sought-after forms of prestigious management education. At VIKE, it is not a set of isolated lessons, but a practically built path from understanding the market through setting a strategy to leading people and implementing change. The content is based on the needs of managerial practice, works with real decision-making situations and naturally builds on the experience of the participants. The student can thus continuously compare new knowledge with their own organization and verify what has the real potential to work. Thanks to an extremely wide portfolio of professional programs, VIKE in Slovakia is profiled as a premium choice for people who are looking for a comprehensive, modern and practically usable study. An MBA is an ideal entry into this environment and at the same time a strong impulse for anyone who wants to lead more confidently, make decisions in a broader context and move their professional level higher. The added value is the opportunity to verify new managerial knowledge in their own practice and turn it into concrete improvements during their studies.
The study program at the Educational Institute Košice in cooperation with foreign institutions and universities is subject to rigorous evaluation and continuous improvement as part of accreditation in their countries as well as various other international memberships and partnerships.
GRADUATE PROFILE
A graduate of the MBA program understands the interconnections of strategy, marketing, international business, operational and project management. He/she is able to analyze a managerial problem, set priorities and propose a feasible procedure with regard to risks, resources and expected results. When leading people, he/she uses knowledge of leadership, motivation, teamwork, coaching approach, negotiation and crisis communication. He/she makes decisions ethically and responsibly, respects the protection of personal data and can transform the acquired knowledge into concrete improvements in the functioning of the organization.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN BY
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STUDYING
- A comprehensive view of strategy, marketing, sales, operations and project management.
- Practical tools for leading people, motivating teams, negotiating and communicating in difficult situations.
- Greater confidence in ethical, responsible and result-oriented managerial decision-making.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES AND APPLICATION
The graduate is able to plan and coordinate projects, analyze processes and risks, lead teams and communicate change. The knowledge can be applied in team, project, operational, marketing or business management in private, public and non-profit organizations as well as in their own business.
Study plan
- Crisis Management and Crisis Communication
- Leadership
- Human Resource Management
- Thesis Methodology
- Personal Data Protection (GDPR)
- Work Motivation and Motivation in the Organization
- Work Group and Team
- Professional Competencies
- Psychohygiene in Managerial Practice
- Basics of the Coaching Approach
- Ethics in Management
- Etiquette and Business
- Protocol Marketing
- Marketing Mix and Market Segmentation
- International Trade
- Operations Management
- Business Strategy
- Project Preparation and Management
- Negotiation and Mediation
- Strategic and Project Management
COURSE OF
STUDY Theprogram is designed so that it can be completed in addition to the student’s work and personal obligations.
- Submission of the application and required documents.
- Start of studies in February or September.
- Completion of courses and study obligations using study materials provided by the Institute.
- Preparation of the final thesis and its defense.
- Obtaining a professional degree.
DESCRIPTION OF THE POSTGRADUATE STUDY PROGRAM
- The study begins every year in February and September, lasts 1 academic year (2 semesters), in full-time or distance (online) form.
- Complete study materials necessary for study are provided by the Institute.
- Teaching with university teachers and long-term experts from practice.
- The completion of the study is the defense of the student’s final thesis.
- The study is intended for individuals and groups, for managers, entrepreneurs, lawyers, doctors, psychologists and other professionals in helping professions, as well as for anyone who has the desire and motivation to learn in the managerial sphere, gain a competitive advantage and increase their own value and attractiveness on the labor market.
- All study programmes are focused on top management and the development of professional, professional and managerial competencies, taking into account the specifics of the chosen field of study.
- Study programs are intended for people who are open to new knowledge, personal development and improvement of their professional skills.
- Increased chances of finding employment in the labor market in various companies and new impulses for entrepreneurship.
BENEFITS OF GRADUATE STUDY
- Accredited studies in cooperation with prestigious foreign universities and accreditation institutions, various partnerships with domestic and foreign institutions.
- Many years of experience in the field of education supported by a number of different accreditations, awards, certificates, awards for the Institute and quality awards.
- Professional and qualified academic community.
- Practice-oriented education enabling the use of acquired knowledge in solving specific problems, making decisions and developing one’s own organization or business.
- Individual and partnership approach to each student based on open communication, mutual respect and support throughout the study.
- Broadening the professional outlook and the ability to connect knowledge from several areas, perceive problems in a broader context and propose feasible solutions.
- Development of critical, analytical and systemic thinking, logical argumentation and the ability to make informed decisions.
- Strengthening the professional profile of the graduate and his readiness to respond to current trends, new challenges and changing requirements of the professional environment.
- One of the most comprehensive offers of mutually related postgraduate professional programs in Slovakia.
ADMISSION PROCEDURE
STEP 1
REGISTER TO STUDY
STEP 2
LIST OF DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FOR STUDY
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Application
- for postgraduate studies and Consent to the processing of personal data (see above)
- Officially certified copy of the school-leaving certificate or diploma(s) on the highest achieved education
- Professional CV
STEP 3
TUITION FEES
| TUITION | AMOUNT PAYMENT |
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Price of study |
3 000 € incl. VAT |
Bank account number
The tuition fee will be issued to the applicant on the basis of an invoice.
IBAN: SK47 1100 0000 0029 4411 3976
BIC: TATRSKBX
STEP 4
DELIVER THE DOCUMENTS TO THE INSTITUTE'S ADDRESS
Educational Institute Košice s.r.o.
Dominikánske námestie 6
040 01 Košice
Slovakia
CERTIFICATE
OBTAINEDThe study programme is carried out in cooperation with foreign institutions and universities and is subject to regular evaluation and continuous improvement. The quality of the education provided is supported by international accreditations, certificates, memberships and professional partnerships of VIKE.
After graduation, the graduate obtains in cooperation with a foreign partner:
- Certificate with international accreditation on the completion of postgraduate studies in the Slovak language with the listed subjects, number of hours and credits completed by the graduate.
- Certificates with international accreditation on the completion of the educational program in English, which inform about the main professional competencies that the graduate has acquired.
The Educational Institute Košice s.r.o. is an officially registered educational institution at the Ministry of the Interior of the Slovak Republic, authorized by law to carry out extracurricular educational activities, provide professional counseling and implement education in the field of social services. The Institute specializes in postgraduate and professional education in various study programs. Its educational activities are also supported by cooperation with foreign educational institutions and universities on the basis of relevant partner and accreditation authorizations.
The Educational Institute Košice s.r.o. is officially registered in the “Register of Certified Educational Institutions”, which is maintained by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic. This certification confirms the fulfilment of the requirements for the quality assurance system of adult education and our commitment to providing quality, professional and professional education.
Among other things, the Educational Institute Košice also has a quality certificate from the international accreditation company International Education Society (IES) and the International Certification Institute (ICI) from London (Great Britain), which confirm the high level of education provided in all study programs. The result of the certification is the establishment of a rating that clearly declares the quality level of the institution.
All specializations allow the graduate to work in the public and private sectors, and can also find employment in organizations, companies and institutions in the Slovak Republic and abroad. A graduate of our Institute is not only an effective professional on the market, but also a person fully sensitive to the complex and complicated problems of the modern world, supporting all those who can be his partners with his knowledge and experience. We want the proof of completion of studies at our Institute to have a lasting value. We also care about the partnership between students and teachers of the Institute, based on openness, mutual respect and understanding.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Do I have to take entrance exams?
No. Admission takes place without entrance exams after meeting the admission conditions.
- Can I complete my studies while working?
Yes. The online form of study is designed so that it can be combined with work duties.
- How is the study completed?
By preparing and defending a final thesis.
- When does the study start?
New study groups open every February and September.
- Is it possible to pay the tuition fee in installments?
Yes. The tuition fee can be divided into installments without an increase.
