UNVA offers the following MBA programs
As someone planning for career growth, you know what you need to succeed:
- Expertise to understand business functions and how they interact.
- Self-Confidence to find and implement solutions.
- A Global Perspective to take on new challenges in a rapidly changing business environment.
- Only program in Europe to offer the preparation for the Project Management Certification from the PMI (Project Management Institution).
The Master of Business Administration program at UNVA-Prague prepares managers and leaders of the future to meet the needs of the global business environment. Graduates gain a balanced education emphasizing business fundamentals, tools and models for decision-making, and the necessary knowledge and skills to be effective managers in a marketplace that is increasingly global and technological. The UNVA-Prague MBA:
- Focuses on knowledge and skills immediately applicable to your work
- Can be completed in 18 months.
- Is offered on weekends so that you don't need to interrupt your career (weekday options are also available).
- Is personalized -- with small classes, case studies and interactive learning.
- Is a respected degree that will advance your career.
MBA Concentrations:
MBA in Project Management
After a review of basic accounting principles and terminology, this course provides the student with a clear understanding of concepts, standards, and practices of financial reporting. The student learns to read, understand and analyze a balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows. Project Management specialisation modules:
- Business Intelligence
- Project Management Foundations
- Project Planning
- Cost, Pricing, Scheduling and Control
- Risk Management
- Fiscal, Procurement and Contracting Control
Choose one:
- Project Managerial Professional
- Project Management Capstone
- Directed Research
MBA in General Management
After a review of basic accounting principles and terminology, this course provides the student with a clear understanding of concepts, standards and practices of financial reporting. The student learns to read, understand and analyze a balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows. Management specialisation modules:
- Human Resource Management
- Multinational Management
- Strategic Management
- Small Business Management
- Global Operations Management
- Organizational Behavior
- Business Intelligence
- Directed Research
- Management Project
- Electronic Commerce
MBA in Finance
After a review of basic accounting principles and terminology, this course provides the student with a clear understanding of concepts, standards and practices of financial reporting. The student learns to read, understand and analyze a balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows. Finance specialisation modules:
- Business Intelligence
- Corporate Financial Management
- International Financial Management
- Commercial Bank Management
- Personal Financial Advising
- Financial Derivative Instruments
- Investment
- Directed Research
- Finance Project
- Electronic Commerce
MBA in Marketing
After a review of basic accounting principles and terminology, this course provides the student with a clear understanding of concepts, standards and practices of financial reporting. The student learns to read, understand and analyze a balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows. Marketing specialisation modules:
- Business Intelligence
- Electronic Commerce
- Consumer Behavior
- Marketing Research
- Business Ethics and Society
- Advertising and Sales Promotion
- Internet Marketing
- Marketing High Technology
- Directed Research
- Marketing Project
Admission to the University of Northern Virginia - Prague (UNVA-Prague) requires proficiency in English and motivation to succeed. Admissions officers examine both a student's past academic progress as well as their ability to benefit from a university education. Particularly important is the prospective student's motivation to study and personal desire to excel in business and also outside the workplace.
Students may transfer credits from other institutions.
There is no deadline for submitting an application; you can apply at any time. However, we recommend that students wishing to begin studies in the fall, apply before the end of June. Students may start at three times during the year: end of September, beginning of January, and beginning of April. For international students who need a visa, deadline for application is at least three months prior to the beginning of a semester.
Admission requirements
- Application form
- A copy of the applicant's passport.
- A deposit of 3000 euros. Details on transferring funds will be provided upon receipt of the application. (Please note: This deposit, minus an administrative charge of 100 euros to cover application fees, transfer fees, and postage, will be refunded to the student if he or she does not receive a visa.)
Notes
- The University of Northern Virginia Prague - UNVA Prague has an English proficiency requirement. Students have met this if they have completed their undergraduate program at institutions where English is the language of instruction.
- We estimate that annual expenses for international students during the 2009 - 2010 academic year amount to approximately $17,000 for Master's students inclusive of tuition fees, books, supplies, accommodation, personal expenses, and city transportation.
- Student Visas in the Czech Republic are issued solely for study purposes. Students wishing to work will need to obtain additional permission.
