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The document provides information about the Executive MBA program at the University of Geneva, including: - The 2-year program consists of 12 core courses in the first year and a choice between the International Management program or one of 20 specializations in the second year. - Students complete an in-company MBA project in collaboration with business partners. - The Personal Development Program helps students develop self-awareness, leadership skills, and networks to support their career progression.
EMBA_brochure_2012-2013
- 3. CONTENts THE EXECUTIVE MBAAT UNIVERSITY OF GENEVA The Competitive Advantage of our EMBA THE EMBA PROGRAM 1st Year 2nd Year Specializations PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM MBA Directors Honorary Committee Professors MBA stats 2011 The University of Geneva Admissions and terms General Information 05 06 08 10 11 13 15 16 17 18 20 22 25 26
- 4. 4 Our teaching facultyis keenly aware of the need for managers and business leaders to develop and implement efficient operational solutions to complex situations
- 5. 5 A unique learningexperience Our Executive MBA provides executives with a first class general management educa- tion without interrupting their careers. The program is designed to balance theory and practical application, and combines class- room learning with interactive personal development. Our experienced faculty is keenly aware of the need for today’s man- agers and business leaders to develop and implement efficient operational solutions, while simultaneously ensuring the strategic renewal of their organizations. The program goes beyond the basics of business and pre- pares participants for senior management challenges and responsibilities. THE EXECUTIVE MBA AT UNIVERSITY OF GENEVA Top participant profiles and diversity Our MBA participants are hand-picked pro- fessionals from diverse industry backgrounds – including the public and private sectors – with an average of 7-10 years of working ex- perience. Our MBA is fully accredited by the Association of MBAs and the admission pro- cess is highly selective.Applicants undergo a rigorous review process, including a formal interview with a member of our alumni pro- gram,prior to being accepted. A catalyst for career success The program strives to develop successful and responsible leaders through a real-world learning experience.The professors use ma- Sebastian Raisch Director of the MBA Program terials that come directly from business and help the participants reflect upon learnings in the context of their organizations.Through the in-company MBA project,the participants develop a strong sense of collaboration with their fellow students. The MBA experience represents an important catalyst for our par- ticipants to move up the ladder or to change career paths. It is challenging work – but it is also a once in a lifetime learning experience.
- 6. 6 The Competitive Advantageof our EMBA Quality: Our EMBA is fully accredited by the AMBA, one of the most prestigious in- ternational accreditation associations Competitiveness:The University of Geneva offers one of the most attractive value-for-money EMBA programs Faculty:We combine the University of Geneva faculty with top professors from around the world Modularity:The program is offered in English and French; the participants select from 20 specializations in the 2nd year “The Executive MBA at the University of Geneva has provided the perfect balance for me:learning from renowned professors and from experienced col- leagues – who understand the international busi- ness environment and Swiss specialties –,studying theoretical tools, and applying them in practice. In two passionate years at HEC,I have gained crucial business knowledge, self-esteem, and wonderful friends. The EMBA has not only made me a better manager,but also a more complete person.” Elie Peter Senior Communication Manager Innovation Holcim Executive MBA 2009-11 In two passionate years at HEC, I have gained crucial business, knowledge, self-esteem, and wonderful friends Practice:The in-company MBA project is undertaken in groups of 3-5 participants; this helps build their networks and fosters their collaborative skills Diversity: Our EMBA comprises a large network of professionals from diverse na- tional, industry, and company backgrounds
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- 8. 8 THE EMBA PROGRAM Thefull EMBA program cycle lasts 2 years and comprises 24 modules and an MBA project. In the first year, the objective is to provide a comprehensive overview of the most relevant management topics. In the second year, participants opt for our flagship International Management program or select one of 20 specializations. The participants work in groups on their MBA project, which is undertaken in close collabo- ration with company partners. Fully accredited program Taught in either French or English Two-year program MBA project in collaboration with companies Choice of several specializations in the 2nd year Personal Development Program Courses provide real-life learning experience Help move up the ladder or change career paths
- 9. 9 Executive MBA 12 CoreCourses English Français Choice of 20 specializations english franÇais International Management 12 courses EnglishMBA Group Project English Français 1st Year Master of Business Administration MBA 2nd Year
- 10. 10 Business Administration andManagement Our first year EMBA program provides a com- prehensive overview of management research and practice covering core topics such as Fi- nance, Accounting, Marketing, HR, Economics, and Strategy. 1st Year “Today’s business environment is so dynamic that high competence is required to make the right decisions.Thanks to the EMBA program at the Uni- versity of Geneva, I have enhanced my strategic and leadership skills. It has given me the foun- dation to face further personal and professional challenges. Talented professors and experienced classmates enrich the discussions of real business cases. The program has equipped me with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in a ma- nagement career.The EMBA program is definitely a key contributor to my career success.” Upon successful completion of the first year, the participants receive a Certificate of Com- pletion and may continue their course study in International Management, the traditional MBA curriculum, or in the proposed specia- lizations. 12 mandatory core courses Business Economics Business Strategy Financial Accounting Financial Policy Human Resources Investment Decision Making Interactive Strategizing Management Accounting Marketing Organization Design Risk Management PDP/Self-Leadership* 12 cours obligatoires Economie d’entreprise Stratégie d’entreprise Comptabilité financière Planification financière Ressources humaines Gestion financière Stratégie interactive Contrôle et audit Marketing Modèles d’organisation Modélisation et gestion du risque PDP/Self Leadership* Gerardo Rivera Valencia Latin America Sales Manager,ALSTOM Executive MBA 2009-11 *Personal Development Program (PDP)
- 11. 11 International Management Our flagshipInternational MBA program pro- vides the capabilities and skills required for a higher management position in a multinational company or organization. 2nd YEAR Students wishing to obtain the International MBA Degree must successfully complete both the basic core courses in the first year and the International Management program in the second year. 12 COURSES Business Law Corporate Social Responsibility Doing Business with Emerging Countries Entrepreneurship / Business Plan International Accounting & Taxation International Marketing International Strategy Managing Across Cultures PDP / Change Management PDP / Developing Coaching Capabilities PDP / Leading Teams PDP / Power & Influence These 12 modules are taught only in English
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- 13. 13 Specializations In the 2ndyear,students may choose the tradi- tional MBA curriculum, International Manage- ment, or one of the proposed specializations. A wide variety of specializations is offered to enable the participants to pursue new careers and gain deeper expertise specifically tai- lored to their needs. Given that they respect the maximum 3-year cycle, students who have already completed a specialization at the University of Geneva HEC Executive may request that this should count toward their MBA studies. Programs which comprise less than 12 mod- ules must be completed with supplementary MBA modules from the International Manage- ment program. 7 Specializations in English Aviation Management Commodity Trading Corporate Social Responsibility International Management International Organisations Marketing & Methods Modern Management for NPO 13 Specialisations en français Contrôle de Gestion Entrepreneurship & Business Development Gestion des Ressources Humaines Gestion des Risques d’Entreprise Gestion et Management dans le Organismes Sans But Lucratif Gestion Quantitative de Portefeuille Management de Projets Management dans les Institutions de Santé Management des Institutions Sociales Management Stratégique Achats, Logistique et Approvisionnements Sécurité de l’Information Marketing, Communication et E-Business Management Durable Specializations can be subject to change
- 14. 14 “I find theEMBA very stimulating,and the learning environment innovative and fun.The combination of in-class lectures with high quality discussions and interesting case studies, the collaborative culture, and the focus on personal development have al- lowed me to rapidly learn new concepts and ideas. What has been most surprising is how quickly I ha- ve been able to apply some of the new knowledge that I have acquired during the EMBA to my cur- rent job.The EMBA will prepare me to step up my career, not only by providing me with new mana- gerial tools, but also by changing my mindset and giving me greater self-confidence to identify and pursue opportunities.” JANA JAUFFRET Head of Governance Op, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition Executive MBA,2010
- 15. 15 The key tosuccess in the job market is no lon- ger an MBA degree,but rather the MBA gradu- ate! What you learn is of course important, but it’s what you do with this knowledge that will create your value-added and make the differ- ence,which is why we have now integrated this factor as one of our key values. Our Personal Development Program (PDP) has been de- signed to help you to: °° become aware of your potential and show you how to develop it fully (self-leadership module in the 1st year) PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM °° create links with our alumni to draw from their experience through targeted meetings and during the annual garden party Our MBA doesn’t just offer an excellent learn- ing experience, it also offers you the concrete means to put it into practice. °° develop your personal and leadership skills (4 dedicated modules in the 2nd year) °° work in teams that combine various profes- sional, cultural, and business sectors – both during the program and in the MBA project “We help develop our participants’ professional identity. Today, managers face increasingly com- plex environments. While MBA programs often provide the knowledge and tools that managers need, much less time and effort are invested into improving their personal and leadership skills. This is unfortunate as no theoretical lecture can prepare managers for the full variety of challenges they will face in their careers. That’s why we de- signed the entirely new Personal Development Program. This program helps our participants put their knowledge in action in ways that enable them to deal with even the most difficult situations.We use action-based learning to simulate leadership challenges and foster leadership skills by working in teams.” Jean-yves mercier Head of the PDP Program
- 16. 16 MBA Directors Bernard Morard Professor,Control & Management University of Geneva Dean, SES Faculty, Co-Founder, MBA Program Gilbert Probst Professor, Organization & Management University of Geneva, Managing Director,World Economic Forum, Co-Founder, MBA Program sebastian raisch Professor, Strategic Management University of Geneva Director, MBA Program The program strives to develop successful and responsible leaders
- 17. 17 Mr. David ARKLESS Presidentof Corporate and Government Affairs, Manpower Inc. Mr. Giuseppe CONTI Procurement Director - Services, Merck Serono S.A. Mr. Peter FANKHAUSER Chairman of the Board,Thomas Cook AG, CEO Central Europe Thomas Cook Group Mr. Rafael HUBER Learning and Talent Development Manager, Cargill International Mr. Hans ISLER Member of the Board of Directors, Ernst &Young, Switzerland Mr. Patrick ODIER Partner, Bank Lombard Odier Darier Hentsch Honorary Committee Mrs. Nicole PAULI Managing Director Private Banking, Credit Suisse AG Mr. Ivan PICTET Partner, Bank Pictet & Cie Mr. Philippe REGAZZONI CEO Amlin RE Europe Mr. Klaus SCHWAB President-Founder, World Economic Forum Mr. Erik A. SLINGERLAND Partner, Egon Zehnder International (Suisse) S.A.
- 18. 18 Professors The University ofGeneva has a long teaching tradition in Business Management. This tradi- tion dates back to the founding of the Econom- ic and Social Sciences (SES) department in 1915, one of the first in Europe to unite differ- ent disciplines in one department. The teach- “I really enjoy teaching in our MBA program.What I appreciate most are the discussions,which benefit from our student’s rich professional experiences.” For the MBA program, we combine HEC Faculty members with hand-picked guest professors ing and research development in Management prompted the faculty to establish a specialized section called the “Hautes Etudes Commer- ciales” (HEC Geneva) in 1994. This section’s faculty includes nearly one hundred teachers, researchers, and administrative staff. For the MBA program,we combine HEC Faculty mem- bers with hand-picked guest professors from Swiss and international universities. prof. Marcel Paulssen Professor of Marketing at HEC Geneva “Reflecting the city of Geneva’s cosmopolitan char- acter, our MBA participants come from 24 nations. This is a real advantage when discussing manage- rial challenges in a globalized world.” prof. philippe Lasserre Emeritus Professor of Strategy and Asian Business
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- 20. 20 India Singapore Brazil MBA STATS 2011 classof 2011 selected profiles Switzerland Turkey Denmark Sweden Germany United Kingdom Spain Portugal Italy Tunisia France Belgium Poland Belarus UkraineCzech Rep Lichtenstein Greece Hungary Romania Rémi Baetslé French Manager Deloitte Consulting AG Kristina Pearce Australian Drug Safety Specialist MerckSerono SA Roberto Hanania Brazilian Legal Officer MMV Mireille Frick Swiss Director Conforama Lucitha Giraud French Controller Roger Dubuis Kursat Osmanoglu Turkish Finance Group Manager Proctor & Gamble Motoki Fujita Japanese Managing Director Allied Telesis EMENA Janina Krasi Finnish Petrochemicals Trader Litasco SA Canada Japan Finland
- 21. 21 Banking/Finance Int’l Organisations Consulting/Services Pharma/Medical Consumer Goods Engineering/Research Luxury IT/Telecom CommodityTrading Aviation Health/Social Manufacturing Architecture Insurance 5 10 15 20 25 INDUSTRY YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 5 10 15 20 25 30 5 7 9 11 133 17 1915 21 23 27 2925 Number of Nationalities Represented 24 Average Work Experience 11 Years Average Age 36 37% Female Participants AGE RANGE 5 10 15 20 25 30 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50+
- 22. 22 the University ofGeneva Geneva, a cosmopolitan city conducive to ne- gotiations and new conceptions, is the prime meeting place at the highest political and eco- nomic level. It houses the headquarters of a myriad of multinational corporations, banks, and international organizations. The University of Geneva, founded in 1559, is located in the very heart of the city.The Univer- sity of Geneva is one of the leading higher ed- ucation institutions in Switzerland, renowned for the excellence of its faculty and students, and home to several Nobel Prize winners. Numerous amenities,such as libraries and cut- ting-edge computer and multimedia facilities, are available to students. MBA students have access to these facilities with their student ID card, which is issued at the beginning of each new program. HEC University of Geneva has offered part- time and full-time MBA programs since 1992. The part-time Executive MBA can be followed in both French and English. The full-time MBA (IOMBA) focuses on International Organisa- tions and is offered in English. www.mba.unige.ch
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- 24. 24 “Following the completionof two Masters’ de- grees, in Economics and Demography, I began my career in the medical device industry at John- son & Johnson. Subsequently, I held marketing positions in the biomedical industry, in Geneva and Zurich. I currently work in a management po- sition in the banking industry. This MBA has allowed me to acquire a strong foun- dation in the main management fields.The second year was an opportunity to follow a marketing spe- cialization, which consolidated my work experi- ence. I would like to add that I really enjoyed the cultural and professional diversity of the students, which allowed me to widen my network.” Pascal Rocha, Marketing Manager,Banque CantonaleVaudoise Executive MBA 2010-12
- 25. 25 Admissions and terms admissions Selectiondepends on the applicant’s acade- mic performance, personal motivation, and relevant professional experience. Admission criteria: °° University degree (minimum Bachelor) or the equivalent (BAC+4) °° Pertinent professional experience - 3 years minimum in a managerial position °° Letter of motivation and references °° Strong command of both written and spo- ken English Application deadline: 15 May COST °° Registration fee* (due immediately follow- ing acceptance): CHF 3,000. °° 1st year - 12 Core courses: CHF 12’900. °° 2nd year - International Management: CHF 12,900 (or one of the proposed spe- cializations. For more details visit www.mba. unige.ch) °° Complementary modules: CHF 1,075 per module terms In case of withdrawal from the program, re- funds are made as follows: °° 90% of all course fees if cancellations are made at least 15 days prior to the 1st course day. °° 50% if cancellations are made after this deadline but prior to the 1st day of class. °° After the 1st day of classes, and for cancel- lations due to serious and unforeseen cir- cumstances, 50% of the tuition will be reim- bursed for courses not yet attended. * The costs are subject to annual change without prior notice. The registration fee is non-reimbursable.
- 26. 26 General Information Schedule &location Courses are held as follows at the Uni-Mail building on alternate weekends: Fridays: 2.15 pm – 9 pm Saturdays: 8.15 am – 1 pm Some are held over 3 consecutive full days Thu / Fri / Sat: 9 am – 5:30 pm Students should note that each class hour re- quires an additional 1 to 2 hours for reading, preparation, case study, and evaluation. Atten- dance is mandatory in all classes. To apply, please see our website and follow the instructions: mba.unige.ch For further information Please feel free to contact us by e-mail. We look forward to hearing from you. Executive MBA English Program: emba-hec@unige.ch French Program: mba-hec@unige.ch Executive MBA HEC - University of Geneva Uni Mail, Bd du Pont d’Arve 40 CH - 1211 Geneva 4 Switzerland
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