Program Overview
The Executive MBA Track (60 ECTS), delivered in academic partnership with Geneva Tech Business School (GTBS), is designed to equip working professionals with advanced skills in strategic leadership, digital transformation, governance, financial management, and industry-specific practice. Through 4 semesters covering Strategic Leadership, Corporate Governance, AI for Public & Social Impact, Digital Transformation, Project Management, Financial Management, Innovation & Design Thinking, and Global Business Ethics—alongside a dedicated Specialization Track and an Applied Capstone Project with Defense—learners develop a well-rounded mastery of modern business strategy and execution. The track prepares executives to lead organizational change, implement emerging technologies, make data-driven strategic decisions, and create sustainable impact in a rapidly evolving global business environment.
Designed for professionals, managers, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders seeking to advance their strategic, leadership, and business management capabilities.
What You Will Learn
Modules & Curriculum
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Semester 1: Core Management — Part 1 (15 ECTS) Semester 1 • 5 Courses • 15 ECTS
Strategic Leadership03 ECTS
What Students Learn
Focuses on executive decision-making, organizational dynamics, vision formulation, and leading strategic change within modern global enterprises.
Topics Covered
- Strategic Foundations: Executive mindsets, environmental scanning, and vision formulation.
- Decision-Making & Leadership: Rational decision models, bias mitigation, and high-performance teams.
- Change & Transformation: Structured change frameworks (Kotter/Lewin), culture, and managing inertia.
- Execution & Alliances: Cross-functional operational alignment, joint ventures, and global expansion.
- Resilience & Governance: Crisis management, continuous innovation, and executive portfolio synthesis.
Learning Outcomes
- Formulate long-term organizational vision and strategic goals in dynamic business environments.
- Apply executive decision-making frameworks to drive organizational growth and competitive advantage.
- Lead and navigate strategic change initiatives while effectively managing stakeholder alignment.
- Analyze complex organizational dynamics to build high-performance leadership teams.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): LMS Asynchronous Strategy Debates (20%): Weekly forum evaluation analyzing real-world executive decisions and peer strategy discussions. Recorded Executive Pitch (20%): A 5-minute video presentation analyzing a strategic leadership disruption scenario. Final Assessment (60%): Strategic Transformation Report: A 2,500-word applied strategy plan uploaded digitally, focusing on an executive organizational change initiative.
Corporate Governance03 ECTS
What Students Learn
Covers board oversight structures, regulatory compliance, accountability mechanisms, and stakeholder management.
Topics Covered
- Governance Foundations: Statutory frameworks, fiduciary duties, and shareholder vs. stakeholder models.
- Board Structures & Dynamics: Board composition, committee functions, independence, and oversight responsibilities.
- Risk Management & Compliance: Enterprise risk frameworks (ERM), internal controls, auditing, and regulatory compliance.
- Executive Compensation & Ethics: Aligning leadership incentives, executive ethics, and financial transparency.
- ESG & Sustainability Governance: ESG integration, institutional investor relations, and long-term corporate stewardship.
Learning Outcomes
- Design and evaluate board oversight structures and corporate governance frameworks.
- Ensure organizational compliance with local and international regulatory standards.
- Implement accountability and risk control mechanisms to safeguard stakeholder value.
- Manage multi-stakeholder relations while adhering to global business ethics.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Virtual Boardroom Case Analysis (20%): Online case submissions evaluating fiduciary failures and board oversight models. Peer Governance Forum Reviews (20%): Moderated online debate on ethical governance dilemmas and ESG compliance. Final Assessment (60%): Digital Governance Audit Report: A 2,500-word comprehensive diagnostic audit of an enterprise's board controls and regulatory compliance framework.
AI for Public & Social Impact03 ECTS
What Students Learn
Explores artificial intelligence tools, machine learning, and automation applied to enhance social, governance, and public sector efficiency.
Topics Covered
- AI & ML Foundations: Machine learning fundamentals, generative AI, and process automation for executive leadership.
- Ethical AI & Governance: Managing algorithmic bias, data privacy frameworks, transparency, and public policy regulation.
- Public Service Automation: Deploying AI in civic tech, public administration, smart infrastructure, and service delivery.
- Data Strategy & Infrastructure: Public data management, predictive analytics, and data-driven policymaking.
- Social Impact Assessment: Frameworks for measuring ROI, social equity, ethical auditing, and tech adoption in public/social sectors.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and deploy AI tools to address public policy and social sector challenges.
- Utilize machine learning and process automation to improve institutional efficiency.
- Evaluate ethical, privacy, and governance implications of AI applications in society.
- Develop evidence-based AI implementation plans for non-profit and public entities.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Automated AI & Ethics LMS Quizzes (20%): Self-paced digital assessments evaluating machine learning, privacy, and public policy principles. AI Toolset Video Demo (20%): A short recorded walkthrough demonstrating practical execution of an executive AI workflow or tool. Final Assessment (60%): Public AI Implementation Proposal: A 2,500-word strategic digital submission + slide deck detailing an AI solution for a social or public-sector challenge.
Digital Transformation03 ECTS
What Students Learn
Focuses on digital business model redesign, technology stack adoption, organizational agility, and cultivating a modern digital culture.
Topics Covered
- Digital Business Models: Platform strategies, digital ecosystem design, and technology-driven value creation.
- Tech Architecture & Cloud: Enterprise cloud adoption, legacy system modernization, and emerging tech stacks.
- Data-Driven Culture: Enterprise business intelligence, data governance, and fostering organizational data literacy.
- Agile & Operational Transformation: Implementing agile workflows, continuous delivery, and process automation.
- Leading Digital Change: Overcoming organizational tech resistance, digital culture transformation, and customer-centric design.
Learning Outcomes
- Redesign legacy business models to leverage digital platforms and emerging technologies.
- Assess and select enterprise technology stacks to support digital business operations.
- Build organizational agility to respond rapidly to technological disruptions.
- Lead end-to-end digital transformation roadmaps and organizational culture shifts.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Digital Readiness Assessment (20%): Online exercise auditing an enterprise's technology stack and legacy system maturity. Interactive Platform Discussion Board (20%): Collaborative analysis of digital ecosystem strategies and cloud adoption. Final Assessment (60%): Enterprise Transformation Roadmap: A 2,500-word digital project roadmap covering architecture upgrades, change management, and ROI tracking.
Project Management03 ECTS
What Students Learn
Covers full project lifecycle planning, risk mitigation, resource allocation, and agile project delivery frameworks for complex business initiatives.
Topics Covered
- Project Frameworks & Methodologies: Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, and hybrid project management lifecycles.
- Scope, Schedule & Cost Control: Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), critical path analysis, and capital budgeting.
- Risk & Quality Management: Enterprise risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and quality control frameworks.
- Resource & Stakeholder Management: Resource allocation, vendor procurement, and managing multi-disciplinary teams.
- Execution & Performance Tracking: Earned Value Management (EVM), key project metrics, and executive reporting.
Learning Outcomes
- Plan and execute full project lifecycles from initiation through closing.
- Formulate risk mitigation strategies and optimize resource allocation.
- Apply agile, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies tailored to project environments.
- Monitor performance metrics and governance controls to ensure on-time delivery.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Digital Tooling Workshop (20%): Practical exercise using online collaboration platforms (e.g., Miro, Jira) to build WBS and Agile sprint boards. Self-Paced Risk & EVM Quizzes (20%): Online quantitative assessments covering Earned Value Management and critical path calculations. Final Assessment (60%): Applied Project Charter & Execution Portfolio: A 2,500-word comprehensive digital project charter detailing scope, risk matrices, budget allocation, and virtual team management strategies.
Semester 2: Core Management — Part 2 (15 ECTS) Semester 2 • 5 Courses • 15 ECTS
Innovation & Entrepreneurship03 ECTS
What Students Learn
This course explores key commercialization strategies, startup mechanics, and business model innovation necessary to transform ideas into viable ventures. Participants learn how to scale new businesses as well as drive intrapreneurship within established corporations. It emphasizes risk assessment, market entry, and agile execution in dynamic global markets.
Topics Covered
- Corporate Intrapreneurship: Driving venture creation and innovation within established organizations.
- Business Model Design: Value proposition mapping, business model canvas, and monetisation strategy.
- Lean Startup Methodology: Market validation, customer discovery, and rapid iteration frameworks.
- Venture Funding & Scaling: Startup mechanics, cap tables, executive pitching, and growth strategies.
- Commercialization: Go-to-market strategies and intellectual property protection.
Learning Outcomes
- Formulate scalable business models using innovative canvas tools and frameworks.
- Design end-to-end commercialization strategies for novel products, services, or intrapreneurial projects.
- Evaluate startup financing options, venture risks, and market entry barriers.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): LMS Business Model Canvas Workshop (20%): Digital submission mapping a venture or intrapreneurial business model. Recorded Pitch Deck Video (20%): A 5-minute virtual pitch presenting a new business or corporate initiative. Final Assessment (60%): Venture Commercialization Plan: A 2,500-word digital business plan detailing financial projections, market entry, and operational strategy.
Financial Management03 ECTS
What Students Learn
This course covers fundamental corporate finance principles, managerial accounting, and financial statement analysis to guide strategic decision-making. Students gain practical expertise in capital budgeting, risk evaluation, and capital structure optimization. The curriculum equips leaders to assess organizational health and maximize long-term financial value.
Topics Covered
- Managerial Accounting: Financial statement analysis, balance sheet diagnostic, and performance metrics.
- Corporate Finance & Budgeting: Capital budgeting, discounted cash flow (DCF), and investment evaluation.
- Working Capital & Cash Flow: Managing operational liquidity, cash conversion cycles, and capital structure.
- Cost of Capital & Valuation: WACC calculations, business valuation techniques, and risk assessment.
- Strategic Financial Decisions: Mergers, acquisitions, dividend policy, and long-term capital allocation.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyze corporate financial statements to evaluate organizational liquidity, profitability, and risk.
- Apply capital budgeting techniques to evaluate long-term investment projects.
- Design optimal capital structure and working capital management strategies.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Automated LMS Financial Quizzes (20%): Quantitative problem-solving on balance sheets, WACC, and cash flows. Financial Case Analysis Forum (20%): Asynchronous discussion diagnosing real-world corporate financial decisions. Final Assessment (60%): Executive Financial Diagnostic Report: A 2,500-word financial analysis and valuation report evaluating an enterprise or business unit.
Innovation & Design Thinking03 ECTS
What Students Learn
This course introduces human-centered design methodologies to address complex, ill-defined business and societal challenges. Learners develop practical skills in rapid prototyping, user empathy mapping, and systematic ideation. It fosters an organizational culture that accelerates creative problem-solving and user-focused value creation.
Topics Covered
- Human-Centered Design: Empathy mapping, user research methods, and customer pain point identification.
- Problem Framing & Ideation: Creative problem-solving tools, design framing, and structured brainstorms.
- Prototyping & User Testing: Low and high-fidelity rapid prototyping, user feedback loops, and usability testing.
- CX Architecture: Customer journey mapping, experience design, and digital touchpoint optimization.
- Scaling Design Culture: Embedding design thinking across cross-functional enterprise teams.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply human-centered design principles to identify latent user needs and business opportunities.
- Develop and iterate rapid prototypes to validate solutions with target audiences.
- Facilitate collaborative design sprints to solve unstructured organizational problems.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Digital Customer Journey Map (20%): Practical exercise creating interactive UX/CX wireframes or maps using online design tools. Virtual Design Sprint Forum (20%): Collaborative peer evaluation of prototype iterations and user feedback. Final Assessment (60%): Applied Innovation Portfolio: A 2,500-word design portfolio detailing a real-world product or process redesign from empathy research to tested prototype.
Global Business Ethics06 ECTS
What Students Learn
This course examines ethical decision-making, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and regulatory integrity across multinational operating environments. Participants explore frameworks for navigating complex ethical dilemmas, anti-corruption standards, and ESG considerations. It prepares executives to foster an accountable organizational culture and lead with integrity in international markets.
Topics Covered
- Moral Leadership Frameworks: Executive ethics theories, moral reasoning models, and personal integrity.
- ESG & Sustainability Governance: Environmental, social, and governance standards and sustainability strategies.
- Compliance & Anti-Corruption: International regulatory frameworks (FCPA, UK Bribery Act) and anti-money laundering.
- Stakeholder Management: Balancing shareholder value with ethical responsibilities to communities and employees.
- Ethical Crisis Leadership: Managing whistleblowing, reputational crises, and cross-cultural ethical dilemmas.
Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate ethical dilemmas using international governance and CSR frameworks.
- Formulate compliance strategies that meet global regulatory and anti-corruption standards.
- Develop ethical leadership practices that align profitability with social responsibility.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Ethical Dilemma LMS Debates (20%): Moderated asynchronous discussions resolving complex international ethics cases. ESG Compliance Review (20%): Digital analysis evaluating an enterprise's corporate social responsibility performance. Final Assessment (60%): Global Ethical Risk Audit: A 2,500-word diagnostic audit assessing an organization's ESG framework, compliance safeguards, and ethical culture.
Research Methodology03 ECTS
What Students Learn
This course covers quantitative and qualitative research methodologies essential for applied academic and industry research. Students learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, survey design, and interpretation frameworks. It prepares candidates to formulate rigorous research proposals and execute evidence-based investigations.
Topics Covered
- Research Design & Formulation: Defining business research questions, hypotheses, and scope.
- Quantitative Research Methods: Survey design, sampling methods, and descriptive statistical analysis.
- Qualitative Research Methods: Executive interviewing, case study methodology, and thematic analysis.
- Literature Review & Data Analysis: Synthesizing academic sources, secondary data gathering, and data interpretation.
- Academic Integrity & Research Proposals: Research ethics, citation standards, and capstone proposal formulation.
Learning Outcomes
- Design quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research frameworks.
- Construct reliable data collection instruments, including surveys, interviews, and secondary data models.
- Interpret research findings to inform managerial decisions and applied business solutions.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (40%): Survey Instrument & Interview Guide (20%): Practical exercise drafting data collection instruments for business diagnostic. Literature Matrix Forum (20%): LMS submissions synthesizing secondary business research sources. Final Assessment (60%): Capstone Project Research Proposal: A 2,500-word formal research proposal outlining methodology, literature framework, and data collection plan for the Semester 4 Capstone Thesis.
Semester 3: Industry Specialization Track (10 ECTS) Semester 3 • 2 Specialized Courses • 10 ECTS
Advanced Track Theory & Strategic Frameworks05 ECTS
What Students Learn
Delivers theoretical foundations, strategic frameworks, and regulatory concepts within a chosen executive specialization track (AI for Business Leadership, FinTech, Sustainable Finance, Healthcare Management, or Digital Growth).
Topics Covered
- Domain-Specific Strategic Frameworks & Core Principles
- Industry Landscape & Market Dynamics Analysis
- Regulatory, Statutory & Policy Environments
- Emerging Technologies & Disruptive Industry Trends
- Strategic Value Creation & Competitive Positioning
- Specialization Options: AI Leadership, FinTech, ESG Finance, Healthcare Management, Digital Growth
Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate advanced theoretical models within the selected specialization track.
- Analyze macro-environmental trends and regulatory drivers shaping the sector.
- Apply domain-specific strategic frameworks to identify market opportunities.
- Synthesize complex industry data to guide high-level strategic alignment.
Assessment
40% Continuous Assessment (Domain Case Reviews & LMS Discussion Forums) | 60% Final Strategic Framework Paper (2,500-word analysis of a sector challenge).
Applied Domain Practice & Execution05 ECTS
What Students Learn
Focuses on practical execution, specialized executive toolsets, and real-world case application within the student's chosen specialization track to drive operational outcomes.
Topics Covered
- Executive Toolsets & Specialized Digital Platforms
- Real-World Case Studies & Industry Field Diagnostics
- Operationalization & Strategy Execution Roadmaps
- Performance Metrics, KPIs & Impact Assessment
- Risk Mitigation & Field Execution Governance
- Practical Applied Projects Across Selected Specialization Track
Learning Outcomes
- Deploy domain-specific tools and execution frameworks to solve real business challenges.
- Develop practical implementation roadmaps tailored to industry requirements.
- Establish quantitative KPIs to monitor operational performance and impact.
- Execute data-driven consulting solutions within the chosen specialization track.
Assessment
40% Continuous Assessment (Practical Tool Walkthroughs & Applied Exercises) | 60% Final Applied Consulting Project (2,500-word field execution deliverable).
Semester 4: Applied Capstone & Final Defense (20 ECTS) Semester 4 • Research & Defense Phase • 20 ECTS
Applied Capstone Project10 ECTS
What Students Learn
Focuses on executing an independent, workplace-based consultancy thesis or strategic research project to diagnose complex organizational challenges and deliver actionable, evidence-based solutions.
Topics Covered
- Problem Identification & Organizational Diagnosis
- Applied Literature Review & Strategic Framework Selection
- Primary & Secondary Data Collection & Field Research
- Qualitative & Quantitative Data Analysis
- Strategic Recommendation Development & Implementation Roadmaps
- Written Academic Thesis Structuring & Documentation
Learning Outcomes
- Conduct independent, rigorous research to diagnose complex organizational problems.
- Apply advanced executive management concepts to real-world corporate challenges.
- Analyze empirical data to derive actionable, evidence-based strategic insights.
- Formulate sustainable implementation plans with measurable business impact.
Assessment
20% Interim Progress Report & Research Methodology Draft | 80% Final Written Capstone Thesis (8,000–10,000 words).
Presentation & Oral Defence10 ECTS
What Students Learn
Prepares executives to articulate strategic findings, defend research methodologies, and communicate complex business recommendations before an expert academic and industry evaluation panel.
Topics Covered
- Executive Presentation & Strategic Storytelling
- Visual Communication & Executive Slide Deck Architecture
- Defending Research Methodologies & Analytical Models
- Handling Critical Panel Examination & Q&A
- Viva Voce Examination Protocols & Defense Preparation
- Strategic Value Communication for Boardroom Stakeholders
Learning Outcomes
- Present complex strategic research effectively to executive and academic audiences.
- Defend analytical methodologies, data validity, and strategic recommendations under questioning.
- Utilize executive-level visual storytelling and slide presentation techniques.
- Articulate commercial, ethical, and operational impacts during viva voce examination.
Assessment
30% Executive Slide Deck & Audio-Visual Materials | 70% Live Oral Defence (Viva Voce) Panel Examination.
Program Structure
| Component | ECTS | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| MBA Core | 30 | 10 required executive management courses (3 ECTS each) |
| Specialization Track | 10 | Advanced module in an industry-specific domain |
| Applied Capstone Project | 10 | Independent workplace research/consultancy thesis |
| Presentation & Defence | 10 | Formal presentation and oral defense before a panel |
| Total Program Requirement | 60 | Complete Executive MBA Degree |
Fee Structure
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $100 |
| Registration Fee | $250 |
| Tuition / Year | $4,500 |
| Examination Fee | $150 |
| Materials & Resources | $100 |
| Illustrative First-Year Total | $5,100 |
Payment Options
- Full payment
- Semester-wise payment
- Monthly installments
- Employer-sponsored payment plans
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Admission Requirements
Academic
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline from a recognized institution, meeting the minimum GPA requirement.
Professional Experience
Relevant professional or managerial experience is preferred.
Documents
Current CV, personal statement, two professional references, and official academic transcripts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualification will I earn upon completion?
You will earn a 60 ECTS Executive MBA, delivered in academic partnership with Geneva Tech Business School (GTBS), Switzerland. The degree reflects Swiss higher education workload standards and is tailored for experienced executives and business leaders.
How long is the program and how is it structured?
The program spans 12 months divided into 4 distinct semesters: Semester 1: Core Management — Part 1 (15 ECTS | 5 Courses) Semester 2: Core Management — Part 2 (15 ECTS | 5 Courses) Semester 3: Specialized Industry Track (10 ECTS | 2 Courses) Semester 4: Applied Capstone Project & Defense (20 ECTS | Project + Viva)
What are the admission requirements?
Applicants are evaluated based on their professional background and academic credentials. Standard requirements include: A recognized Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification. A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant managerial or supervisory work experience. Proficiency in English (demonstrated through prior instruction, work experience, or standard language tests).
Can my work experience compensate for a non-traditional academic background?
Yes. Candidates with substantial senior management or executive experience (7+ years) who do not hold a standard Bachelor's degree may be considered under the Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) framework on a case-by-case basis.
Is this program flexible enough for full-time executives?
Yes. The program is specifically built for working professionals. Coursework is delivered asynchronously via our Learning Management System (LMS), allowing you to complete lectures, case studies, and discussion forums around your executive schedule.
What is the weekly time commitment expected?
Students typically dedicate 12–15 hours per week to review module lectures, participate in asynchronous discussion forums, complete case studies, and work on applied course deliverables.
How are courses evaluated? Are there traditional sit-down exams?
There are no traditional proctored written exams. Modules are evaluated through applied executive assessments: Continuous Assessment (40%): Case studies, digital tool walkthroughs, asynchronous forum debates, and recorded pitches. Final Assessment (60%): Strategic papers, diagnostic audit reports, transformation roadmaps, and business plans.
How do Specializations work in Semester 3?
In Semester 3, you choose an industry-focused specialization track (such as AI for Business Leadership, FinTech, Sustainable Finance, Healthcare Management, or Digital Growth). This consists of two 5 ECTS courses: one focused on advanced strategic theory and one on practical field execution.
What is required for the Semester 4 Capstone & Oral Defense?
Semester 4 consists of two components totaling 20 ECTS: Applied Capstone Project (10 ECTS): An independent, workplace-based consultancy thesis (8,000–10,000 words) diagnosing a real-world organizational challenge and providing evidence-based solutions. Oral Defense / Viva Voce (10 ECTS): A live virtual presentation and oral examination of your research before an academic and industry review panel.