tina Làszlò, Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Budapest Dir. Julian Wagner, Rosenbauer International AG ersität Wien, Wien Dipl.-Kfm. Robert Grüneberg, Invista Resins & Fibers GmbH & Co KG, Hattersheim am part-time Main Dr. Gabriel Gakuin University, Osaka Prof. Dr. Kaye Chon, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Dr. Dirk Glaeßer, Worl bolic Computation, Linz Dipl.-Vw. Armin Burger, Hofer KG, Sattledt Prof. Dr. Carmencita Cheung, City University of Hon reinigten Staaten, Wien Prof. Dr. Elizabeth Dickson, ESPEME Business School Nice, Nizza Prof. Dr. Klaus Spremann, Unive itut für Öffentliche Dienstleistungen und Tourismus, St. Gallen Prof. Dr. John Walsh, Australian International Hotel Schoo mut Fink, SAP Österreich GmbH, Wien Dipl.-Ing. Rolf Einsele, DaimlerChrysler AG, Stuttgart Dr. Joachim Tries, Adelta.Co arbrücken Mag. 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Etzel, University o ) Dr. Helmut Gassner, D. Swarovski & Co., Wattens Dr. Kerstin Fink, Leopold-Franzens-Universität, Innsbruck Dr. Eberhar nsberatung Dr. Graf & Partner GmbH, Karlsruhe Dr. Daniel Alge, Sonn & Partner, Wien Dr. Lars Grünert, Trumpf Laser Gmb r AG, Chur Mag. Michel Haas, Genia Consult Unternehmensberatungs GmbH, Wien Mag. Dr. Andreas Gapp, Raiffeisenban v.-doz. Dr. Heinz Handler, Wifo, Wien Dir. Arthur Gillis, Protea Hotels, Kapstadt Dr. Helmut Heiss, Universität Mannheim nder Asbäck, VTU-Engineering GmbH, Kundl Dipl.-Ing. Dr. oec. Christoph Wecht, BGW AG, Wien Dr. Johannes Hohenaue H, München Dipl.-Ing. Josef Holzegger, SAP Österreich GmbH, Wien Dir. Brad Glosserman, Pacific Forum CSIS, Honolulu International Business Prof. Dr. Johanna Mair, IESE Business School, Barcelona Prof. Dr. Carlos Jahn, Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschafte s-universität, Innsbruck Dr. Robert Walz, Kopp Walz Notare, Ingolstadt Mag. Chris Kapferer, Treuhand Partner Austria, Wie erschbaumer, Volkswagen Group Japan, Tokyo Klaus Giesecke, Roland Eller Consulting, Berlin MMag. Sebastian Lang, Un Wien Dr. Arthur Oberascher, Österreich Werbung, Wien Dr. Stefan Leible, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena Herman ristina Mekelburger, Fachhochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, Rheinbach Dipl.-Kfm. Michael Moeller, Beratergruppe Neuwaldeg grative Managementberatung, Konstanz Dr. Robert Hänel, Hänel & Kollegen Rechtsanwälte, Peißenberg Dr. Jürgen Meie Franz Pegger, Kanzlei Greiter, Pegger, Kofler & Partner, Innsbruck Prof. Dr. Ron Meyer, Strategy Works, Rotterdam Prof. D.b.H., Innsbruck DDI Dr. Helmut Erich Mößmer, BMW M GmbH, Garching-Hochbrück Dr. Jakob Edinger, Edinger Tourismu ied Mrochen, Universität-Gesamthochschule Siegen, Siegen Dr. Petra Wittig, Roxin Rechtsanwälte, München Prof. Dr. Han üller-franken, Philipps-Universität Marburg, Marburg DI Dipl.Wirtsch.Ing. Paul-Alexander Wacker, Kuhnen & Wacker Paten Universität Hildesheim, Hildesheim Prof. Dr. Friedrich Roithmayr, Johannes Kepler Universität, Linz Prof. Dr. Solveig Böh Dr. Udo Steffens, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Frankfurt am Main Prof. Dr. Markus Rudolf, Wissenschaftlich n, CPS Schließmann, Frankfurt am Main Mag. Horst Bernegger, Pricewaterhouse Coopers GmbH, Salzburg Dr. Harald Koc iversität, Innsbruck Prof. Dr. Arch G. Woodside, Boston College, Boston Dipl.-Ing. Wilfried Schöfer, Oracle Austria GmbH Dr. Wolfgang Maass, Hochschule Furtwangen University, Furtwangen Prof. Dr. Jean-Claude Usunier, University of Lausann und Prof. Dr. Stephan Doering, Poliklinik für Zahnärztliche Prothetik, Münster Prof. Dr. Klaus Schredelseker, Leopold-Fran er Sparkasse Bank AG, Innsbruck DDr. Tade Matthias Spranger, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität, Bonn Dr. Pau l of Management, Cranfield Prof. Dr. Heinz Klaus Stahl, Univ.-Prof. Dr. Stahl & Partner OEG, Oberwaltersdorf Prof. Dr. Ut s, Madrid Dipl.-Kfm. Michael Reinhard, Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung, München Dr. Wolfgang Kutzelnigg, ADIS Techno mmission, Brüssel Dr. Jay Kandampully, The Ohio State University, Columbus Dr. Susanne Riess-Passer, Bausparkasse Wü Freiburg, Freiburg Dr. Nadja Kaeding, Graefe Rechtsanwälte, München Dipl.-Ing. Herbert Frech, Telekom Austria AG, Inn ür Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin, Berlin Prof. Dr. Eric Jones, Johns Hopkins University SAIS Bologna Center, Bologna D ss, Williamsburg Dr. Hansrudi Müller, Forschungsinstitut für Freizeit und Tourismus, Bern Dir. Mario Moretti Polegato, Geo iwald Patentanwalts GmbH, München Dipl.-Kfm. Stefan Eisenmann, avantum consult GmbH & Co KG, München Dr. Siegfrie nture GmbH, München Mag. Bernd Kleboth, LGT Bank in Liechtenstein AG, Vaduz Dr. Günter Unterleitner, Hypo Tirol Ban er GmbH & Co KEG, Linz MMag. Dr. Clemens Ph. Schindler, Haarmann Hemmelrath & Partner, München Lenka Kroustkov in University, Darwin Dr. Wolfgang Jenewein, Universität St. Gallen, St. Gallen Dipl.-Kfm.Dr. Albrecht Deyhle, Controlle mission, Tokyo Dr. Veit Sorger, Industriellenvereingiung Österreich, Wien Prof. Dr. Knud Villy Christensen, Odense Unive nhofer Technologieentwicklungsgruppe, Stuttgart Mag. (FH) Stefan Mandl, Bausparkasse Wüstenrot AG, Salzburg Dkfm. D endele, Board Consultants International Sendele & Company GmbH, München Mag. Imma Baumgartner, Trimedia Public A hlaner, Katholische Universität Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, Eichstätt Dipl.-Ing. Hans Haider, Verbund AG, Wien Dr. Rüdiger Adol n Wörndl-Aichriedler, Bramac Dachsysteme International, Pöchlarn Dipl.-Ing. Johann Füller, Hyve AG, München Dr. Olive en Ing. Bruno Walter, Tiscover AG, Innsbruck Mag. Hermann Petz, Moser Holding, Innsbruck Prof. DI Dr. A Min Tjoa, Tech se Innsbruck, Innsbruck Prof. Dr. Norm Friesen, Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops Dr. Leander D. Loacker, Universitä Universität Berlin, Berlin Dipl.-Ing. Hannes Ambacher, dolphin management consulting gmbh, Wien Dr. Claus Hipp, Hip allen Dr. Alex de Voogt, Universiteit Leiden, Leiden Dir. Anton Reisinger, BMW AG, München Prof. Dr. Roman Siebenroc William & Mary, Williamsburg Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. Stefan Kohn, Fraunhofer Technologieentwicklungsgruppe, Stuttgart Mag GmbH, Innsbruck Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Rainer Beetz, Sonn & Partner, Wien Prof. Dr. Krisztina Làszlò, Budapest University of Tech old-franzens-universität, Innsbruck Mag. Dr. Walter S. A. Schwaiger, Technische Universität Wien, Wien Dipl.-Kfm. Robe e, Melbourne Dr. Mentoring Erich Hautz, the Siemens motivated AG, München Prof. Dr. Masaki Ban, Momoyama Gakuin University, Osaka Prof. D urt Bayer, OMV AG, Wien Dr.phil. Dr.h.c. Bruno Buchberger, Research Institute for Symbolic Computation, Linz Dipl.-Vw inhold Stecher, Diözese Innsbruck, Innsbruck Excellency Susan McCaw, Botschaft der Vereinigten Staaten, Wien 1 Prof. D Reidar J. Mykletun, Stavanger University College, Stavanger Dr. Christian Laesser, Institut für Öffentliche Dienstleistunge harm GmbH, Ulm Prof. Dr. Perry Hobson, Southern Cross University, Sydney Mag. Helmut Fink, SAP Österreich GmbH, Wie äisches Parlament, Brüssel Dr. Dr. hc. mult. August-Wilhelm Scheer, IDS Scheer AG, Saarbrücken Mag. Brigitte Ederer, Sie echnik Verwaltungs GmbH, Karlsruhe DKfm. 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contents Preface 3 Overview 4 Background & career prospects 5 Program & goals 5 Key issues of international business 6 Schedule 7 Faculty 7 Tuition 7 Degree 7 Curriculum 8 Going global 10 Admission 11 Further information 13 Voices 13 Location, campus & services 14 Study at MCI 15
preface. A MASTER PROGRAM FOR ASPIRING STUDENTS OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS International Business the new part-time Master program at MCI taught entirely in English was designed to meet the highest expectations of business students and employers from around the world. Based on the students undergraduate management education and their experience as working professionals in profit-oriented enterprises and NPOs, this program does more than just theorizing global business and management. It provides a holistic approach with emphases ranging from multi-domestic markets and environments to global strategy and business development. We explore international marketing and sales initiatives, performance management and financial engineering as well as intercultural human resources and diversity management. The program combines state-of-the-art teaching methods with latest insights from management research and business practice. Highly esteemed speakers scientists, entrepreneurs and managers from Austria and abroad guarantee the highest-level integration of theory and practice. Students will be equipped with solutions to the challenges arising from the rapidly changing world of international business, and will be prepared to pursue further academic careers. Apart from all this, MCI is known for its excellent student services and study conditions in the breathtaking environment of the Austrian Alps. Our aim is to compete with the best management schools. We welcome you to join us in this initiative. FH-Prof. Dipl-Kfm. Bernd Kirschner Director of Studies Prof. Dr. Andreas Altmann Rector 3
overview. Title academic degree duration Main focus time model Academic year Structure languages tuition Scholarships & grants Admission requirements application Master program in International Business for Professionals Master of Arts in Business M.A. MA Use of the academic degree in combination with the brand MCI approved 4 semesters including Master thesis and final exam Practical relevance, international orientation, collaboration with trade and industry Part-time Winter semester: September mid February Summer semester: February mid July Fridays 2:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 1st 3rd semester: Core curriculum 4th semester: International studies, Master thesis and final exam English (plus a wide range of foreign languages taught) For students from EU & EEA countries: EUR 363 / semester Plus membership fee to the Austrian Student Union (ÖH) Details for students from third countries: www.mci.edu/admission Overview of sources of financial support available at www.mci.edu/scholarships Bachelor or equivalent degree in Business Administration and / or Management Online at www.mci.edu/application. Please consider the indicated deadlines selection process Career background (20%) Written entrance exam (30%) Interview (50%)
background & career prospects. The Master program International Business for Professionals is perfect for you if you want to increase your skills profile and business knowledge based on your undergraduate education. Our aim is to give working professionals the opportunity to obtain a profound education in the areas of markets, strategy & business development, international marketing & sales, management accounting & finance, and human resources & intercultural management. This objective is supported by the close cooperation between business and science, which is a central component of this degree program. The study program prepares young entrepreneurs, junior and senior managers for a further career in areas where innovative thinking and interdisciplinary competencies in an intercultural context are essential: Industrial sector Trading companies Tax advisory & auditing Business consultancy, advertising, recruitment Banks & insurance companies, investment counselling Public administration & non-profit organizations Higher education program & goals. The Master program International Business attracts international students who have already started a career in an international business environment. The program is part-time and taught entirely in English. Based on the students undergraduate management education and their experience the program offers an intellectually appealing environment to develop management competencies, leadership skills, and methodological approaches. The program combines state-of-the-art teaching methods with latest insights from management research to achieve a high level integration of theory and application. SCHEDULE 1st 3rd semester: Core curriculum 4th semester: International studies, Master thesis and final exam The modules at a glance Markets, strategy & business development 16% (19,5 ECTS) International marketing & sales 18% (21 ECTS) Management, accounting & finance 17% (20 ECTS) Human resources & intercultural management 17% (20,5 ECTS) Business research 23% (28 ECTS) Intercultural competencies 9% (11 ECTS) total 100% (120 ECTS) 23% 17% 9% 16% 17% 18% 5
key issues of international business. A CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR BUSINESS STUDIES Our holistic and systematic approach is manifested in four core topics, which are rounded off by business research, practice orientation, international experience and intercultural competencies. Business research International marketing & sales Markets, strategy & business development International experience Management accounting & finance Intercultural competencies Human resources & intercultural management Practice orientation Markets, strategy & business development The key aspect focuses on giving a substantial overview of economic relationships, global strategy and growth as well as value chain and international business development. International marketing & sales This module enables participants to recognize and use market opportunities in an international environment. The focus is on international services management, brand management and sales management. Management accounting & finance Entrepreneurs and managers have to be provided with essential know how in accounting, corporate finance, and performance management in order to achieve sustainable success for their companies. Human resources & intercultural management Our goal is to support working professionals in developing an intercultural understanding and to prepare them for international HR challenges relating to leadership, change and diversity. 6
schedule. To satisfy the needs of working professionals our course time is Friday 2:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. In addition to that there are roughly two four-day blocks from Wednesday till Saturday per semester. The winter term takes from September to mid February, the summer term from February to mid July. The degree program always commences with the winter term. faculty. With a mixed faculty comprising the MCI s own teachers, managers from trade and industry, international visiting lecturers, and recognized experts from the worlds of research, consulting and the liberal professions, the MCI offers an enriching combination of theory and practice that creates added value for students and enables them to put their new-found knowledge to the test, while the latest findings in theory and practice are integrated in the program with synergistic benefits. The high educational standard and close mentoring of students ensure that they receive a training with a strong practical orientation in an efficient program which can be completed within the prescribed period. The combination of theory and practice is the key to an innovative teaching and learning experience. tuition. Students from EU & EEA countries are required to pay a tuition fee of currently EUR 363 per semester plus membership fee to the Austrian Student Union. Details & information for students from third countries can be found at www.mci.edu/admission. To ensure that accepted students take up their places and do not break off their studies without good cause, a deposit in the amount of the student fees is charged, which subsequently goes towards tuition fees for the second semester. Students are also responsible for paying the required course materials distributed by MCI. degree. On completion of the program, students are awarded the degree of a Master of Arts in Business, in short Master of Arts or M.A. or MA, and receive the relevant academic documentation (Final Certificate, Diploma, International Diploma Supplement etc.). It is recommended to combine the academic degree with the brand MCI to provide trust and orientation in an increasingly intransparent international education market. Example: MA (MCI). With this degree graduates could enrol directly in a cognate research study program (PhD) at a university. 7
curriculum. modules / COURSES A. Markets, strategy & business development SEMESTER CREDIT UNITS I ECTS-Credits* 1 2 3 4 Economy, strategy & growth Introduction to global strategic management 2 2 Global economics & markets 2 3 Building & executing international growth strategies 1 1,5 Value chain & operations management Business process modelling 1 1 Collaborative & IT-systems 1 1 Global logistics & supply chain operations 2 2 International networks & business development Entrepreneurship 2 3 Management of innovation & technology 2 3 International business networks 1 1.5 Multi-project management 1 1.5 B. INTERNATIONAL MARKETING & SALES Marketing & services management Introduction to strategic marketing management 1 1.5 Designing the service business model 2 3 Managing the customer interface 2 2.5 International brand management Strategic brand management 1 1.5 Management of contact points 2 3 Evaluation & management of brand equity 1 1 Brand management in intercultural & online contexts 1 1.5 International sales management Strategic sales management 2 3 Management of the sales force 2 3 Selected topics in sales 1 1 C. MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING & FINANCE Management accounting Accounting & analysis 2 3 International accounting 2 3 International taxation & transfer prices 2 2 Performance management Cost & productivity management 2 2 Profit management 2 3 Risk management 1 1 Corporate finance Corporate finance 2 3 Financial engineering 2 3
modules / COURSES d. HUMAN RESOURCES & INTERCULTURAL MANAGEMENT SEMESTER CREDIT UNITS I ECTS-Credits* 1 2 3 4 Leadership & change Change & leading change 2 3 Intercultural leadership & business ethics 2 2 International management competencies Personal leadership & cultural identity 1 1.5 Assessing & developing intercultural sensitivity 2 2 Negotiating across borders & conflict resolution 2 3 International human resources & diversity management International human resources management 2 3 Labour legislation & compensation management 2 3 Organizational psychology & sociology 2 3 E. BUSINESS RESEARCH Research & academic writing Research methodology 1 1 Quantitative research methods 1 1.5 Qualitative research methods 1 1.5 Academic writing & project assignment 1 2 Master thesis Master thesis seminar 2 2 Master thesis 1 20 F. INTERcultural COMPETENCIES Team & communication Intercultural team building 1 1 International studies Executive management 5 10 semester credit units I ECTS-Credits* 23 30 22 30 22 30 6 30 * ECTS - European Credit Transfer System 9
going global. The capacity to think and act internationally represents a strong competitive advantage. Just how seriously we take this requirement can be seen in our intensive promotion of foreign language learning, the international composition of our staff, the nature of our special case studies and project work. Within the framework of an intensive compulsory program tailored to the specific needs of professional people, our students take an integrated module International studies / Executive management during the last semester. Highly esteemed lectures, visits to companies and social events further our students understanding of how decisions are made and actions are undertaken at an international level and also promote their intercultural skills. www.mci.edu/en/international 10
admission. THE PROGRAM ACCEPTS 1. Graduates of relevant Bachelor programs. For example: Business & Management, Business Administration, International Business Administration, International Economics. 2. Graduates of other Bachelor or post-secondary programs comprising courses in economics, strategic management / marketing, accounting, controlling and human resource management / business process management (totaling a minimum of 120 ECTS). Details: www.mci.edu/admission Admission Procedure The MCI operates an admission process for all study programs. The dates are listed on the individual study program websites, and an overview of the dates for all the programs is available at www.mci.edu/deadlines. Applications for a place on a study program must be submitted online by the stated deadline and accompanied by the necessary documents. The places available will be allocated on the basis of the following criteria: Career background 20% The applicant s professional background is considered on the basis of submitted application materials. Particular attention is paid to: education and certificates, academic and professional goals & professional experience. Written entrance exam 30% The written entrance exam tests the applicant s knowledge in English, Mathematics and Business Studies. Applicants with the following scores of English certificates may not run through the English exam: Cambridge Business English Certificate (BEC) Higher IELTS score 6.5 minimum TOEFL score at least 90 Internet-based, 233 Computer-based or 577 Paper-based (Date of issue: no longer than two years ago) Academic Record of an english-speaking university (at least one semester) Interview 50% The interview is conducted by a commission and gives applicants the opportunity to present themselves personally, to expand on information provided in the application materials and to explain their academic and professional goals. Detailed information on the admission procedures for the individual study programs and preparatory documents for the written entrance exams can be accessed under Application on the website of the study program concerned. Applicants are informed as soon as possible regarding their admission. Applicants who are not admitted due to the limited number of places are put on a waiting list and can if they are still interested be admitted if a place becomes available. The admissions process is required each year. Even if the applicant was offered a place or put on the waiting list in a previous year, preferential consideration of applicants is not possible. 11
further information. The MCI team is always happy to assist with regard to applications. Advice on all aspects of study at the MCI, including applications and our attractive student services, is available to personal callers or by phone. For an appointment, please mail to office@mci.edu or call +43 512 2070-0. With a program of sample lectures, study program presentations, project presentations and laboratory visits, the MCI Open House is an ideal source of guidance in selecting the right study program. For the dates, please go to www.mci.edu/openhouse. For information on current projects and the latest news from the various study programs, go to Department News on the webpage of the program concerned. Connect with MCI voices. With its focus on the needs of the business community, the MCI opens the door to outstanding career opportunities. The high standard of the study program permits graduates to successfully apply their acquired knowledge in practice and to establish themselves on the employment market as high potentials. Thomas Zwerger, Global Procurement Process Manager, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Basel, CH The practically oriented part-time study program at the MCI stimulated my potential as an achiever and enabled me to make fast and full progress in terms of both knowledge and methodological and social competence. The excellent course generated clearly identifiable added value for my company and led to early promotion for me personally. Martin Mühlbacher, Head of Master Planning, GE Energy, Jenbach, A One of the outstanding advantages of a study program at the MCI is the optimum combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application. A part-time course demands great self-discipline and commitment on the part of students, but the benefits are far greater still. Jürgen Pettinger, Redakteur ORF, Wien, A Thanks to the practical element of the study programs offered by the MCI, graduates are able to integrate in the working world quickly and effectively. With their outstanding expertise, the faculty members ensure that students learn to recognize and respond to the needs of the business community in the course of the program. This is an advantage that constitutes added value for any company. Egon Kofler, CEO E.G.O. Austria Elektrogeräte Ges.m.b.H., Heinfels, A Part-time study is a great opportunity to obtain further qualifications while remaining integrated in the work process. In this context the MCI is a professional partner for the successful combination of work and study. Christian Frick, Manager of Raiffeisenbank Reutte, A 13
location, campus & services. The MCI offers students an excellent infrastructure with attractive lecture rooms, computer labs, space for group working, and modern research facilities as well as conveniently situated student accommodation and car parking, and excellent access by public transport. Students also enjoy a unique university setting, with mountains on the doorstep, unbeatable opportunities for sports and leisure activities, and three other countries Germany, Switzerland and Italy just a short distance away. LiBrary Thanks to an exemplary cooperation agreement signed with Innsbruck University, students have full access to the international scientific literature and professional library services with generous opening hours. In addition, the MCI has its own smaller reference libraries with a selection of newspapers, magazines and journals. www.mci.edu/en/library accommodation As an old university town, Innsbruck offers a wide choice of accommodation in halls of residence, bedsits, flat shares etc. www.mci.edu/en/accommodation sports & LeisUre Innsbruck at the heart of the Alps is an outstanding tourism destination that has twice hosted the Winter Olympics and as such is the perfect place for year-round sports and leisure activities. The Innsbruck University Sports Institute (USI) is also open to MCI students and offers modern facilities for a wide choice of sports and healthy exercise. www.mci.edu/en/sports alumni & Friends The MCI s alumni association is a dynamic platform for debate and personal contacts for all MCI graduates, students, faculty and partners. Panel discussions with first-rate international speakers are a stimulating source of motivation and ideas and an enjoyable way to share knowledge and experience. www.mci.edu/en/alumni careers In keeping with the MCI s motto mentoring the motivated, a Career Center with its own international network supports MCI graduates during their first steps and subsequent development in the business world and enables companies to meet their recruitment needs from a pool of excellence. The Career Center has a full service offering, including internship placements and job opportunities, interview grooming, career coaching and industry recruitment events. www.mci.edu/en/career LangUage skills The MCI s international orientation is underscored by the wide range of foreign languages offered, with a focus on intercultural competence and communication skills in addition to language competence. Extra-curricular language courses are available in Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and Russian among many others. Experienced language trainers with first-class didactic skills provide a varied learning experience with the fun factor included. www.mci.edu/en/languages student LiFe As a university town, Innsbruck is a young-at-heart city that offers MCI students creative interaction in a wide range of fields, and a variety of entertainment and social activities (art and the arts, music, societies, churches, health, shopping, nightlife etc.). www.mci.edu/en/studentlife start Ups Entrepreneurial thinking and working are taken seriously at the MCI. The MCI s faculty, students and graduates with the entrepreneurial spirit wishing to set up their own businesses or make commercial use of the results of their research benefit from the in-depth expertise, modern infrastructure and financial support available from the Center for Academic Spin-offs Tyrol (CAST). www.mci.edu/en/startup State of content 10 / 2013. Errors excepted and subject to modifications and amendments. Images: Fotolia - Yuri Arcurs: 1, 2, 12; Fotolia - lightpoet: 4; Fotolia - buchachon: 10; Goodshot: 1; Jan Friese: 1; MCI-Schletterer: 15; MCI-Spiluttini: 1; Stubai Glacier: 14 142
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