Final Degree Project

Course ID
EQMD14
Department
EQMD
Campus
UVIC
Credit
6

This module focuses on the development of a project, individual or in group, to put into practice the theories, models and instruments learnt during the MBA. The projects will be supervised by the coordinators of the Master’s degree.

It is crucial for organisations to efficiently allocate resources to initiatives by driving projects that generate greater competitive advantage.

It is based on the development and presentation of projects whereby the participant applies the knowledge acquired in solving the strategic problems of his/her organisation. The types of project that can be developed are:

  • Strategic plan
  • Internationalisation plan
  • Innovation plan
  • Business plan

UVic MBA is not a common training program: it is a transformative experience. It provides functional experts from diverse areas such as finance, marketing, engineering, etc. with comprehensive knowledge in organizational management.

The MBA jointly promoted by CEIBA and University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia, gives a vision of the organization as a complex and interactive puzzle, in which the different pieces have to follow a joint strategy and a coherent operational plan. Thus, business problems are approached from a strategy standpoint with a focus on people. Because running an organization is not a simple management problem, the program provides the keys for competent leadership in constantly changing environments.

Link to the UVic program webpage

Program duration

The MBA last one and half year. The coursework takes place during the first two semesters. The research, thesis writing and defense take place during the third semester.

Admission requirements

The MBA has the following specific admission requirements:
• a university degree.
• professional experience is key to exploit the networking potential of the MBA to establish fruitful connections between the university, professionals and students.
• pass the admission interview with the coordinators

Admission procedure

Applicants are required to provide the following material to accompany their application:
o CV
o Letters of recommendation
o Transcripts and a copy of previous degree
o A proof of payment of the application fees
o A copy of the candidate’s passport

Graduation requirements

– successfully complete all compulsory courses
– submit a research thesis (at least 20 000 words) and successfully pass the viva-voce defense before the thesis defense committee.