Mastère en Administration des Affaires (MBA)

Award Options

• Single Award: Institut Brittany d’Enseignement Supérieur (IBES) or

• Dual Awards: IBES + International European University (IEU) or
• Dual Awards: IBES + VERN

Programme Aims

The MBA programme aims to develop and enhance understanding of emerging theories and practices in contemporary management, with an increasing emphasis on strategic and digital management. It facilitates a critical exploration of the role of business in a complex, multi-stakeholder society.

Specifically, the programme aims to:

• Produce strategic, digitally capable, entrepreneurial, and ethical leaders.

• Develop advanced management and enterprise development capabilities.

• Enable learners to lead complex organisations and transformation initiatives.

• Integrate theory, practice, and applied research at the postgraduate level.

• Prepare graduates for senior managerial, leadership, or doctoral progression.

Programme Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to demonstrate the following:

A. Knowledge

• Critically analyse advanced theories of management, leadership, enterprise, and strategy.

• Integrate financial, digital, operational, and human perspectives in decision-making.

• Evaluate contemporary trends in business, technology, sustainability, and global markets.

• Synthesise interdisciplinary knowledge from management, economics, and digital innovation.

• Critically assess ethical, legal, and governance frameworks.

B. Skills

• Apply advanced problem-solving and analytical techniques in complex environments.

• Design, implement, and evaluate enterprise development and innovation initiatives.

• Use digital tools, data, and platforms strategically to enhance management and operations.

• Conduct applied research and advanced analysis to inform leadership decisions.

• Communicate complex ideas effectively to specialist and non-specialist stakeholders.

C. Competence and Responsibility

• Exercise a high level of autonomy, judgement, and leadership in unpredictable contexts.

• Take responsibility for strategic decisions, risk management, and long-term sustainability.

• Lead and manage teams effectively, fostering collaboration and talent development.

• Generate original and innovative solutions to complex managerial challenges.

• Reflect critically on personal and professional practice, committing to continuous learning.

Awards to be conferred

• Award Title: Mastère en Administration des Affaires (Master of Business Administration)
• Single Award: Institut Brittany d’Enseignement Supérieur (IBES) or

• Dual Awards:
  • IBES + International European University (IEU) Or
  • IBES + VERN University, Croatia

Students have the option to earn an MBA with a specialism, as outlined below. Click on each specialism to view a sample certificate

1. General Management
2. Corporate Finance
3. Tourism Management
4. Digital Marketing & Analytics
5. Logistics & Supply Chain Management
6. Health Care Management
7. Entrepreneurship & Innovation
8. Hospitality Management
9. Human Talent Management
10. International Business

Note: For specialisms in Hospitality, Tourism, Healthcare, and Logistics/Supply Chain, candidates must demonstrate either 3 years of supervisory/managerial experience in the field OR formal certificated learning in that area.

Assessments

The programme uses a 100% coursework assessment strategy. Assessment instruments include:

• Written Assignments / Management Reports
• Professional Portfolios and Reflective Logs
• Case Study Analyses
• Simulation and Scenario-Based Tasks
• Strategic Project Plans and Business Plans
• Capstone Project (7,500-12,000 words) integrating learning in the chosen specialisation.

Each taught module offers assessment options (e.g., Strategy Report, Portfolio, Case Study Analysis) of approximately 3,000 words.

Entry Requirements

Applicants may be admitted based on the following criteria:

1. Academic Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree qualification in any subject from a recognised institution OR a professional qualification equivalent to a degree.

2. Work Experience: Minimum of two years of working experience (for applicants with a professional qualification).

3. English Language Proficiency: Demonstrated via:

   • IELTS overall band of 5.5 or equivalent.

   • An undergraduate or professional qualification taught and assessed in English.

   • Passing the LEB SELT Awards English test at B2 level (contact IBES for details).

Advanced Standing / Exemptions / Credits Transfer (APL)

The programme considers the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) for admission with advanced standing. This applies to both certificated and uncertificated prior learning. A formal panel makes academic judgments on APL applications, and regular cohort admissions with advanced standing require an Academic Progression Agreement.

Programme Structure

The MBA totals 90 ECTS credits, comprising:

Mode of Delivery

Students can choose between two modes:

1. Blended Delivery Mode:

   • Self-instructional learning materials (online portal)

   • Face-to-face tutorials (12 hours per module)

   • Online discussions (minimum 8 hours per module)

2. Fully Online Mode:

   • Self-instructional learning materials (online portal)

   • Online discussions (minimum 8 hours per module)

Notional Hours

Total notional hours for the programme are 1,804 hours (based on 90 ECTS, where 1 ECTS = approximately 20 hours of student work).

Breakdown per component:

• Each Taught Module (7.5 ECTS each): 188 hours

  • Blended Mode: 12 hrs (tutorials) + 8 hrs (online) + 168 hrs (independent learning)

  • Online Mode: 8 hrs (online) + 182 hrs (independent learning)

• Capstone Project (30 ECTS): 700 – 750 hours (completed over 4-6 months)

Total Study Hours for the MBA: Minimum 1,804 hours (8 modules x 188 hrs + 700 hrs for Capstone).

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