Business Administration – Finances (Georgian-taught)

Program Description

The goal of the Master of Business Administration in Finance program is to prepare competent specialists with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in management, scientific research, and creative skills. The task of the program is to prepare specialists who have deep and systemic knowledge in the field of finances. In addition to theoretical issues, courses include interactive seminars and practice training, presentations, and group work that will make it easier for the Student to analyze the theoretical and practical problems in the field of financing, as well as in real business-sensitivity and management. Students’ aspirations and desires, international trends of financial markets and industry development, and specifics of our country are taken into consideration in the teaching process.

The task of the program is to get closer to student practice as internships in private and public sector organizations, as well as various forms of active cooperation with professional circles. For this purpose, in addition to other activities in the program, the relations with the financial sector are envisaged, with which the University has signed memorandums on mutual cooperation.

Program Advantages

With us you receive highly qualified staff and innovative academic programs equipped with modern educational technology; Market oriented curricula with Problem-oriented learning; Convenient timetable and Disability support;  Close cooperation with business and financial industry community (including: Banking Association, Georgian Insurance Association, Georgian Federation of  Certified Accountants and Auditors, Georgian Stock Exchange, etc.)

Student Exchange

MA in Finance Program grants international experience and a worldwide network of connections through various international exchange programs with its partner universities abroad. Easily transferable credits and flexible programs allow our students to benefit from spending a part of their exchange in a different environment, receiving a wider insight in the profession chosen.

Career Opportunities

A degree of MA in Finance guarantees its graduates an expertise in financial environment, financial markets, gives ability to identify market opportunities and draw relevant strategy as well as participate in its implementation.

Admission to the Program

Requirements for Georgian MA applicants:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent academic degree;
• Successful completion of the unified master’s examination;
• Examination (interview) in the language of the program instruction;
• B2 level intra-university test in a foreign language if it is not supported by a BA diploma/certificate;

Please note!

• An applicant is exempt from the foreign language examination if he/she completed an English-taught program/an international certificate confirming the B2 level or language knowledge;
• In case of equal scores in the interview, under competition conditions, the master’s candidate’s GPA will be taken into consideration.

Required documents: 

• Application form;
• 2 photos (3X4) (printed and in electronic form)
• Notarized copies of the diploma and the appendix, or the certificate issued by the relevant higher education institution on awarding the degree and a consolidated mark sheet (the IBSU diploma does not need to be notarized)
• Applicants with higher education overseas should present notarized translations of the diploma and appendix, as well as documentation confirming their international education
• Copy of identification card/passport (for citizens of foreign countries – notarized translation)
• An international certificate confirming the level of proficiency in a foreign language/a document confirming the academic degree obtained as a result of the completion of a foreign language program – diploma and appendix (if any)
• A military registration document issued in accordance with law
• A Common Master’s Degree Exam Card

Admission of International Students: https://ibsu.edu.ge/en/iro/home/

Language of Instruction: English | Georgian
Programme Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
Awarded Qualification: Master of  Business Administration in Finance

Tuition Fees

For entrants who are enrolled via Unified Masters Exams: 2900 GEL
For entrants who are not enrolled via Unified Masters Exams: 4500 USD

Contact Information

Program Coordinators:

Georgian Sector: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tea Kbiltsetskhlashvili
E-mail: vicerector.science@ibsu.edu.ge
Tel: +995 322 800 064 (121)

English Sector: Prof. Dr. Metin Mercan
E-mail: mmercan@ibsu.edu.ge
Tel: +995 322 800 064 (119)

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