Bachelor of Science in Global Management
Overview of the BSc in Global Management
Globalization of markets, intense competition and the rise of technology make for an ever-changing, complex world, for businesses, government and non-profit organizations. One way to win in this sophisticated new economy is with a management education that enables you to approach problems in a creative, integrated manner.
The BSc in Global Management prepares you to become an effective problem solver for all types of organizations, by providing not only the fundamentals of business, but also by emphasizing general education courses in the humanities and social sciences.
This multidisciplinary approach gives you a broader-based skill set than the typical business or economics program, going beyond the development of analytical skills, to build your competencies in leadership, critical thinking, cultural awareness and ethics.
Another key feature of this program lays in the comparative analysis of managerial practices and business environments in the USA, Western Europe and in transition economies. This gives students a ‘greater world perspective’, and helps them prepare for the management challenges of the global economy.
CEU Business School
CEU Business School, conveniently located on the quiet side of the Danube River, just 5 minutes from downtown Budapest, is the Business School of Central European University (CEU). A landmark institution in Central Europe since its inception in 1988 by a group of visionary leaders including world renowned financier-philanthropist George Soros, CEU Business School is the pioneer of American management education in this region. CEU Business School is committed to playing an increasingly active role in introducing American style management education to the public and private sectors of the still emerging economies “east of the EU”.
Budapest is a vibrant, dynamic, cultural capital and regional business hub - home to 47 of the world’s top 50 multinationals, many with regional head offices located here. The School takes full advantage of its location by drawing on a rich pool of business leaders as speakers and instructors.
Quality and Standards
· CEU Business School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges & Universities (USA)
· CEU Executive MBA, delivered in partnership with Purdue University, is ranked #12 in the world by the Financial Times (2006)
· CEU MBA is ranked among the Top 20 in Europe by TopMBA.com (2006)
· CEU Degrees are recognized by top institutions worldwide with whom we have dual-degree and student exchange relationships
Faculty
The highly qualified international Faculty of CEU Business School is from the USA, Canada, the UK and other EU countries. The Faculty consists of a good mix of entrepreneurs with extensive expertise in their field, and academics with considerable practical experience in the Central European region. This enables them to bring real-world perspectives and enhances cross-fertilization of different cultures, disciplines and professional backgrounds.
Most of the faculty who teach in the BSc program are the same faculty who teach in our Top 40 ranked MBA program. Students will be well prepared to meet the complex demands of doing business in a global economy, as well as rising to the management challenges posed by emerging economies.
Program Content
The BSc in International Management is a 120-credit undergraduate degree program, normally completed in four years. Applicants may be eligible for an accelerated program of study, permitting them to graduate in only three years (contact us for details at infoceubusiness.org or calling +36 1 887 5110).
In order to be conisdered for the accelerated study option, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must have at least 12 years of primary education.
- A minimum score of 600 in the Mathematics and the Critical Reading sections of the SAT Reasoning Test, submitted prior to the start of the program.
Upon successful completion of the program, candidates are awarded an American accredited Bachelor of Science in Global Management degree, registered (licensed) by the Board of Regents of the New York State Department of Education.
The first year of the program places a strong emphasis on building a common foundation. Topics include Critical Thinking, Communication skills, Research skills, and Workshops on Business English and Computer skills, as well as an introduction to core management areas such as Business Environment and Operations, Accounting & Finance, and Business Economics. There is also a broad range of elective courses such as Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology, Political Science, Environmental Science, and International Relations.
The second year of the program continues to build your core competencies in management, with introductions to Marketing, Financial Reporting, International Business, and Principles of Management, and Ethics (electives similar to those offered in the first year are also available).
In the third year, students begin to integrate many of the introductory management and general education courses from the first two years, with courses that deepen their understanding of the functional and strategic aspects of management. Main topics include Entrepreneurship & Innovation, IT Strategy and Legal Systems. Advanced general education electives are also offered, including European Integration, Sustaining Democracy, and Political and Economic Transformation.
The fourth year ties it all together, by focusing on Corporate Governance, Business Strategy and Global Management & Emerging Markets. During this final year, business electives enable you to obtain a Specialization in Marketing, Finance, or General Management. An innovative set of capstone courses during the final year allows students to conclude their studies by either conducting in-depth research into a management topic of their choice, or by engaging in a practical project designed to provide exposure to a company – often a leading foreign multinational. Students may also apply to study for a semester abroad at one of our North American or European partners.
Career Services
The Career Services Department provides students with professional strategies and support (career preparation tools) to develop job search skills, enhance networking opportunities and assist in the achievement of career placement goals. The Career Office is in continuous contact with Alumni in top positions who regularly network with the students and will assist with finding employment opportunities.
Tuition Fees, Housing and Scholarship Support
Tuition fees are 6,000 EURO annually for each year of the 4-year program. For those students eligible for the accelerated program (and hence, finish the program in 3 years), the First Year tuition is waived, but fee of 3,250 EURO applies for the 7-week Presemester period of study that begins at the end of August 2008 (this fee covers both tuition costs of 12 credits delivered during the Presemester, as well as dormitory accommodation for 8 weeks).
CEU BusinessSchool also guarantees accommodation to all first year BSc students at an additional cost of 2,500 EURO per year. Living in residence is a requirement of the program (except for those candidates already living in Budapest with their families), because it enables students to integrate quickly and more fully into the community and to build closer relationships with their peers.
The dormitory is within easy walking distance of public transport, restaurants, pubs and shopping. It features a fitness center, including an indoor swimming pool, outdoor tennis and basketball courts, and a cafeteria (food costs are not included in the dormitory fee). Student rooms are equipped with telephones and computers with high-speed internet access. Two students share a room, with a toilet and shower. Laundry facilities are also available on the premises.
Admission Requirements
Candidates will be selected by the CEU Business School’s Admission Committee, based on the quality of the application indicated by the material in the student’s admission documentation, which must contain the items listed below, in English or translated into English.
· A completed application form (see downloads)
· Grades from the last 2 years of high school, and any subsequent University/College transcripts
· SAT I Reasoning Test
· A TOEFL of 550 (if paper-based), 213 (if computer-based), or 79 (if internet-based)
The following English language certificates are acceptable instead of the TOEFL (if there is no minimum score indicated, there is no minimum score requirement):
- First Certificate in English (FCE)
- Business English Certificate Vantage
- Business English Certificate Higher
- IELTS with a minimum mark of 6.5 out of 9
- Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
- Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
- Secondary school diploma in English (at least 50% of the course must have been taught in English)
- English native speaker status
· A Motivation Letter (see our application form for more details)
· A resume (CV) indicating extra curricular activity (see our application form for more details)
· Housing Policy (see downloads)
· In some cases, an Interview may also be required (in person or by phone)
All admission documents should be sent to the:
BSc in Global Management Admissions Office
CEU Business School, Central European University
H-1023 Budapest, Frankel Leó út 30-34
For admissions information, please contact: infoceubusiness.org
Tel: +36 1 887-5151, Fax: +36 1 887-5115
Non-discrimination Policy
Central European University does not discriminate on the basis of - including, but not limited to - race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, gender and sexual orientation in administering its educational policies, admission policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.
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