ABE International Master in Management Program (ABE IMM)

The International Master in Management Program (IMM) is offered in partnership with four members of the Alliance for Business Education (ABE), EQUIS-accredited business schools:

1. Kozminski University (Warsaw, Poland)
2. EADA (Barcelona, Spain)
3. Audencia (Nantes, France)
4. University of Bradford School of Management (Bradford, UK).

Each of the four universities selects graduate students for the ABE IMM program. Students complete one one semester (first semester) at their home university. After the first semester students can choose to spend the second semester at Bradford University or divide it between Audencia in France and EADA in Spain, all three of the universities being part of the Alliance for Business Education. The Program gives the participants unique opportunity to study in up to four different countries and obtain an internationally recognized management qualification. International experience and knowledge that ABE IMM students gain by living, studying, and learning in four different countries, working closely with the international students of the program, and improving their foreign language skills will prepare them for exciting careers in international business.

The ABE IMM includes one-week long International School at one of the partner institutions. ABE IMM International School is a multicultural experience. Diversity in terms of students' nationalities, experience and background is an important program asset. Students interact with peers from around the world through classroom discussions, as well as small group work. Outside of the classroom, social activities and student clubs bring together people with different views, but also with common interests and hobbies. When students graduate from the program, they leave with a supportive network of colleagues that span the globe. This is a key benefit of the ABE IMM program.

This is 2-year program, conducted in English, leading to a participation certificate awarded jointly by all consortium partners, the top rated European management schools. It will equip you with the truly international management skills; and the command in business English, developed on the program, will aid in operating effectively at a global level.

International ABE IMM diploma is signed by the provosts and stamped with the seals of all the institutions participating in the program.

The diploma is signed by the highest academic authorities of all participating institutions, which signifies that they accept responsibility for the quality of the academic program. The quality of the academic program is guaranteed by the EQUIS accreditation - the leading international system of quality assessment among business institutions.

The Structure of the Program

Balance between theory and practice

The purpose of the programme is to prepare students for a successful entry on the international job market. Therefore, most advanced business knowledge needs to be combined with practical skills that students possess at the end of the education process. Each course offered within the programme is designed in a way that theory and practice are blended to provide students with a unique learning experience. Courses are not only concentrated on theory, but they also develop professional and interpersonal skills essential for enabling satisfactory professional career.

Core Courses
The core courses are oriented at mastering key business tools and techniques that are crucial to successful managers in the corporate world.

Electives A/B
The elective part of the program allows the participants to pay particular attention to areas of their choice. These stages offer the participants an opportunity to interact with visiting faculty members from other ABE institutions.

International School
The international school will take place at the Kozminski University in Poland. For 1 week the ABE IMM participants will be able to share their experience.

The ABE International Master in Management Dissertation
The dissertation is a valuable way of ensuring that participants learn to apply the results of their academic study to real-life management problems and situations.

MA dissertation thesis is a 19500 - 22500 word piece of theoretical and empirical analysis submitted to the International Studies Office at Kozminski University. The completion of the MSc thesis will follow the traditional procedure that includes an oral examination before the MSc committee, signature of the final product by the faculty members including the thesis advisor and final approval of the Dean of the department. Upon the completion of all stages and fulfilling academic requirements the MSc thesis students are awarded an MSc degree.

• the list of courses or their outlines may change during the academic year
• as our students come from different countries and educational systems, the University reserves the right to demand from the student taking additional courses or an internship in order to meet the Polish standards of education
• as we continue our efforts to perfect our programs, some of the electives offered during one academic year may be replaced with others in the next year. Some of them might be also suspended or cancelled should the demand be insufficient. The University reserves the right to introduce other changes in its programs during the academic year

Admission information

The program is open mainly to candidates who obtained at least B.A., B.Sc., or equivalent degrees at Polish or another EU university or its equivalent in case of those who obtained their degrees outside the EU. However, students with other backgrounds can also apply.

Application

Admission to the program is based on academic excellence. Prospective candidates need to submit official transcripts from all colleges, professional schools and universities they attended. In addition to academic transcripts MA candidates are asked to submit 1 academic reference and 1 personal reference. Letters of references should be sealed with the evaluator's signature on the reverse side of the envelope. Moreover, applicants should submit a motivation letter explaining why they want to study International Master in Management at Kozminski University and complete the application form.

For detailed information on admission requirements please follow the link below:

Admission Requirements

On-line application form