Leadership | Learning & Development | Management | Strategy
Master of Arts (MA) In Leadership and Business Development
This program prepares graduates for management and executive-level leadership positions in today’s fast-paced global business environment. The program exposes students to the complex and current issues in leadership as well as the social dynamics of organisations, problem-solving, strategic planning and business development.
Students will gain advanced knowledge in the field of leadership and business development, including team building and decision-making, and apply skills in developing and implementing strategies that drive growth and navigate complex organisational issues. This program aims to prepare students with the ability to develop a holistic and strategic approach to problem-solving and decision-making within an organisation.
50% Scholarships Available
Jan 2024 *
Start Date
18 Months FT/ 36 Months PT
Duration
MQF L7
Certification
Ascencia Malta
Course Provider
On Request
Prerequisites
See Below
Basis
Full-Time | Part-Time
Location
In-Person
Course Fees
On Request
What you'll learn
- Master specialised knowledge and understanding of the importance of workplace learning and development
- Master specialised knowledge of employment legislation in Europe and the latest trends, best practices and innovations in employee and labour relations
- Master multidisciplinary knowledge of effective global business strategy, including market entry, globalisation and growth
- Master knowledge of the key principles of project management and their application to real-world projects
- Master multi-disciplinary theoretical and practical knowledge of compliance with ethics and professional standards (including critically appraising industry trends and monitoring best practices) within their profession and industry / aspiring profession and industry
- Master theoretical and practical knowledge of business research, the research process and the role of theory and empirical evidence in the creation of knowledge, the design and conduct of research projects in real-world settings
Relationship to Occupation
- Business Development Managers
- Business Development Executives
- Executive Managers
- Business Continuity Planners
- Business Intelligence Analysts
- Business Operations Specialists
- Management Analysts
- First Line Supervisors
- Sales Managers
- Supply Chain Managers
- Purchasing Managers
- Operations Managers
- Property Managers
- Project Managers
- Administrative Service Managers
Prerequisites
- Students who have no training in the field must have completed a bachelor’s in a relevant subject or have completed an MQF/EQF Level 6 qualification. However, students’ circumstances and experiences may also be considered during the application process—five years of relevant working experience in the industry of specialisation.
- Similarly, students applying for the course need to be fluent in English since the course is taught in English. Therefore, proof of B2 level of English should be provided by the students upon application – IELTS level/grade 6 or the student’s country equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in business, administration, commerce, finance, sciences, management, human resources, psychology or a related field
- Minimum 180 ECTS at MQF Level 6 previously acquired at a Higher Education institution
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills
- A minimum of one year of work experience in a business environment will be considered as an asset
Fees
Available on Request
Start Date *
Following October 2024, the next intakes would be in January, April and July 2025
Course Modules
- Global Business Strategy – 10 ECTS
- Project Management – 12 ECTS
- Public Speaking and Presentation Skills – 6 ECTS
- International Organisational Management and Development – 10 ECTS
- Professional Development -12 ECTS
- Research in Projects and Organisations – 20 ECTS
Course Provider
A participative and innovative pedagogy
Our training courses are based on a participative and innovative pedagogy based on the value of the example and the constant exchange between learners and experienced professionals. The realities of corporate life are at the heart of the personalised learning methods we use. They are intended to identify potentials and to hatch vocations of managers and business developers. Our campus is also open to all international candidates who wish to study management in Malta.
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