Executive MBA Master of Business Administration Campus Villingen-Schwenningen FIBAA accredited
> Welcome! 03 Welcome! Many thanks for your interest in our Executive MBA program. Building on HFU Hochschule Furtwangen University s 150 year history and the excellent reputation of the long-established International Business Management Program, the university s HFU Business School also offers a part-time Executive MBA in International Business Management. The study program is aimed at those with a first degree in full employment who wish to gain additional management competence. Those willing to face 24 months of the multiple challenges of full-time employment and part-time studies, have a very clear career goal. Candidates are highly-motivated with excellent academic qualifications and considerable practical experience. The course offers a broad base of skills and knowledge in business subjects, as well as leadership and international competence skills. The small size of the semester groups allows for a high level of student assistance and support by our highly-qualified, internationally-experienced professors. The successful FIBAA accreditation is proof of the outstanding quality of our Executive MBA. «Our Executive MBA Program stands out from the crowd of MBA programs available. This is due to its unique combination of general management approach, with an emphasis on practical relevance and internationality, and a learning environment customized to the specific requirements of our students. «During the program you will forge an international professional network that will prove invaluable throughout your career. After graduation, our alumni organisation allows you to maintain and develop this network of valuable contacts a combined network that literally spans the globe. Thank you once again for your interest in our program. We look forward to welcoming you soon to the HFU Business School on the Villingen- Schwenningen campus. Professor Dr. Christoph Mergard Executive MBA Director
> Why HFU Business School? 05... at a Glance Why HFU Business School?» General management orientation - skills for the leaders of the future» High program quality confirmed by rankings and accreditation as well as continuous participant evaluation» Practical relevance and close contact with the business world» International orientation at the core of all teaching content» Modules abroad in cooperation with l Université La Sorbonne, Paris and JiaoTong University, Shanghai» Outstanding student assistance and support by highly-qualified and committed staff» Professional learning environment tailored to the needs of working managers» Small group size maximum 15 participants» Large degree of flexibility and customization to individual circumstances» English as teaching language GENERAL MANAGEMENT
Executive MBA > Master of Business Administration Germany Black Forest Teambuilding Business Simulation Paris La Sorbonne International Competence During the four semesters, there are twenty full-day Friday / Saturday blocks as well as a complete week of on-campus lectures at the beginning of semester one. During the second semester, we organise a module abroad in Shanghai for our Executive MBA students. The prestigious Jiao Tong University hosts lectures by international professors offering an inside view of this fascinating economic region. Visits to both Chinese and international companies are also included. An integral part of the third semester is a residency at the highly-regarded Sorbonne University in Paris. In terms of content it is similar to the China module, but it also includes a business simulation and provides a European focus.
> Off Campus» The Executive MBA is characterized by small groups, international professors and the convenient location in the heart of the Black Forest. The best aspects were the Shanghai trip and the networking with people in different companies. «Florian Birkenmayer, Graduate 2005 Head of Marketing/Product Marketing Siemens Switzerland International Management Shanghai Jiao Tong «The main advantages are a broad general management overview taught by experienced lecturers with great courses providing valuable,up-todate knowledge, as well as the international alignment of the program supported by foreign modules. «Martin Althoff, Graduate 2007 Head of Business Development AMARAS AG
Executive MBA > Master of Business Administration Top TOP BUSInESS LEADERS AnD ACADEMIC ExPERTS Leaders Management Expertise While the HFU Hochschule Furtwangen University bears the academic responsibility for the Executive MBA program, it also has an Advisory Board with representatives from local companies which are also global players. The input from the Advisory Board helps to develop and shape the program. Together with other companies, the members also introduce their own business cases as part of the Best Practices in International Business schedule of lectures. Learn to Lead from Those who Lead If you are interested in the program, our Open Evenings which take place as part of the Best Practice presentations will offer an opportunity to get to know the Executive program in more detail and to talk to current participants. We continue to play a role in our graduates professional development even after graduation, thus continually extending our alumni network. To this end we also offer all our graduates a regular schedule of additional seminars on current topics from business practice.
Advisory Board - Local Roots - International Connections > Best Practices
Program Structure Teambuilding Shanghai / Jiao Tong University Paris /La Sorbonne University On-campus sessions 8 4 4 4-4 11 4 2 4 - - 4 8 4 4 - - - - - - - OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG Fundamentals 1st Semester Consolidation 2st Semester Application 3st Semester Thesis 4st Semester Business Communication Finance and Accounting Leadership / Organization Marketing Business Environment Business Cases International Accounting Intercultural Management Strategy Entrepreneurship International Management Applied Management Tools Master Thesis Example: Subject to Change
Apply Now! FACTS & FIGURES Degree Language Number of Semesters Program Start Application Deadline Entry Requirements Qualifying Examination Accreditation Approximate Age of Participants Master of Business Administration English 4 (part-time) Winter Semester July 15th First degree (Bachelor, Master, Magister, Diploma or equivalent), Minimum of five years professional experience in a position of responsibility following graduation Good command of the English language enabling study in this language Participation in a detailed introductory interview Yes FIBAA 35 years old Contact Regina Feketics Campus Villingen-Schwenningen Phone: +49 7720-307 4315 E-Mail: execmba@hs-furtwangen.de
Interested? We are looking forward to meeting you. The Executive MBA program s quality is very much determined by the quality of our students. Therefore, HFU Hochschule Furtwangen University s selection standards are exceptionally high. A selection committee will consider your application and suitable candidates will be invited for an interview. After the interview and an in-house English test specifically devised for our program, the final selection of candidates is made. Please send your application materials to the following address: HFU Business School Hochschule Furtwangen Jakob-Kienzle-Str. 17 D-78054 Villingen-Schwenningen Phone: +49 7720-307 4315 Fax: +49 7720-307 4723 E-Mail: execmba@hs-furtwangen.de www.executive-mba.hs-furtwangen.de «If you have any questions or require any further information, please contact us at our VS campus. We are happy to arrange a personal appointment if you wish. «Regina Feketics Program Director Executive MBA www.executive-mba.hs-furtwangen.de