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Overview

The IOMBA is a unique programme that prepares professionals for careers in the increasingly interconnected fields of international governmental and nongovernmental organizations and companies that work with these institutions. Multilateral instituti ... Read more

Student/Alumni Profile

The International Organizations MBA programme is designed for individuals who aspire to a managerial position in an IO, NGO, or Social Enterprise, and for existing managers who wish to enhance their skills with a view to taking on greater responsibil ... Read more

Programme Type

Full Time, Executive
MBA Only

Specialisation by Function

Entrepreneurship, General Management, Leadership, Project Management

Specialisation by Industry

Non - Profit Organisation, Public Sector

Course Languages

English

Student Profile

% Female Students 60%
% International 95%
Avg. Work Exp. 5 years
Avg. Student's Age 33
Avg. GMAT 650

Programme Profile

Accreditations AMBA
Established Date 2003
Start Dates September
Avg. Programme Duration 13 months
Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) EURO 23000
Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics Yes
Teaching Methodology More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based

Scholarship / Financial Aid

School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid Yes

Admission Requirements

Application deadline March, May, November, Rolling
Min. Gmat 600
Min Toefl (Paper) 650
Min Toefl (Computer) 250
Accept IELTS Yes
Min IELTS 7
Min years of work experience 3
Essay Req. Yes
Interview Req. No
References Req. Yes
Resume / C.V. Yes
Undergrad or equivalent degree Yes
Official Transcripts Yes
Completed Application Form Yes
Application Fee EURO 75

Overview

The IOMBA is a unique programme that prepares professionals for careers in the increasingly interconnected fields of international governmental and nongovernmental organizations and companies that work with these institutions.
Multilateral institutions are playing new and growing roles in addressing international economic, security, environmental, and social issues. Simultaneously, non-governmental organizations and trans-national corporations are emerging as important non-state actors. The IOMBA applies business management skills to the distinctive setting of these institutions
The IOMBA is a multidisciplinary programme taught in English that equips students with (1) an understanding of the global socio-economic context within which international and nongovernmental organizations operate; (2) advanced management training; and (3) ongoing engagement with international and nongovernmental organizations.The IOMBA brings participants together with internationally renowned scholars, top officials from international and nongovernmental organizations, and business executives, to explore the core issues facing practitioners in these various communities.

Student profile

The International Organizations MBA programme is designed for individuals who aspire to a managerial position in an IO, NGO, or Social Enterprise, and for existing managers who wish to enhance their skills with a view to taking on greater responsibility in their own organization. Given the unique nature of the program, and its small class size, we expect successful applicants to the programme to have:

An undergraduate degree and demonstrated intellectual capacity. A good undergraduate degree from a university recognized as equivalent to the standard of the University of Geneva is required, as is the GMAT.

Professional experience and management potential. Participants are expected to have a high level of maturity and leadership ability, as demonstrated by their work experience. The contribution of participants from diverse career paths is crucial to the success of the programme.

International exposure and communication skills. The International Organizations MBA prepares alumni for international jobs anywhere in the world. Accordingly, we seek applicants with proven ability to excel in a multicultural setting and with proven fluency in English.

Strong motivation towards a career in International Organizations and Non Profit
Organizations. IOMBA candidate has a strong motivation to pursue a career in this sector, and is closely aligned to the ethical mission of these organizations,
with a perseverance and willingness to move internationally and be located in the field as well as in headquarters duty offices.