Program Description

The goal of the Master of Business Administration in Management program is to prepare competent specialists with theoretical knowledge and practical skills of business management, scientific research and creative skills. The task of the program is to prepare specialists who have deep and systemic knowledge in the fields of Business and Management. In addition to theoretical courses, courses include interactive seminars and trainings, presentations and group work that will make it easier for the Student to analyze the theoretical and practical problems in real business-sensitivity and management. Students’ aspirations and desires, international trends of business 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 the 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 business sector are envisaged, with which the University has signed memorandums on mutual cooperation.

Program Advantages

The strengths of our program are determined by our motto “International education, international employment”; 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

Student Exchange

MA in Management 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, receicing a wider insight in the profession chosen.

Career Opportunities

A degree of MA in Management guarantees its graduates an expertise in business administration and our graduates can become leaders, top managers and CEOs for various commercial, governmental organizations and NGOs in the conditions of  market economy and competitive environment

Admission 

Requirements for Georgian MA applicants:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent academic degree;
• Successfully passed the Unified Master’s Exam;
• Interview on the subject;
• Passing a B2 level intra-university test in a foreign language if it is not supported by a BA diploma;

Take note!

• The grant exam is conducted as per the program’s language of construction;
• Applicants who have an international language certificate are exempted from the IBSU foreign language test;
• The applicants are exempted from passing the foreign language test if they completed an English-taught educational program. They will be enrolled based on the interview;
• In the event of equal points during the interview, the master’s degree candidate’s GPA will be considered in the competition criteria.

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: www.iro.ibsu.edu.ge
Language of Instruction: English
Programme Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
Awarded Qualification: Master of  Business Administration in Management

Tuition Fee

Citizens of Georgia: 4500 GEL
International students: 4500$

Discounts:

Grant System for MA Programs:

Note: If the master’s candidate does not enroll in IBSU, the mentioned amount will not be refunded; In case of enrollment, 950 GEL will be included in the tuition fee; If the master’s candidate fails the IBSU exam, the corresponding money will be refunded.

2)  A 10% grant for graduates

3) If the master’s candidate achieves more than 80% of the maximum score in the unified master’s examinations or has a BA GPA of 3.3, he or she will get an annual grant of 1250 GEL (2500 GEL total).

Note: In this instance, a test will be given to acquire financing; the candidate must earn at least 80% of the maximum score.

Note:

• For graduates of other universities, only one grant is valid, which is larger in total.

Contact Information

Program Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Maka Bughulashvili | bughulashvili@ibsu.edu.ge
Tel: (+995 32) 2 800 064 (182)

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