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		MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (M.B.A.) WITH A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE 12 MONTHS ACCELERATED PROGRAM

Founded in 1853, Arcadia University is a top-ranked University in Pennsylvania (USA) and a national leader in study abroad and international education. Arcadia University resides on a beautiful campus distinguished by historic buildings, including Grey Towers Castle, a U.S. National Historic landmark officially recognized by the United States government for its historical significance. U.S. News & World Report 2011 rates Arcadia as a Tier 1 American University and ranks it amongst the Top 30 Master's Universities in the North. It is lauded in several other categories such as having one of the Top Study Aboard programs in America, as a 'Top-and Upcoming School' and a 'Great School at a Great Price'.

ARCADIA LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL MBA IN SINGAPORE ON CNBC

"The one-year program, taught in English and accredited in the United States as an affiliated program of Arcadia, provides students with the latest management decision-making tools and techniques to ensure business success," says Dr. Tony Muscia, Executive Director of the Arcadia University M.B.A. program. Read More

THE ARCADIA MBA – MBA WITH AN INTERNATIONAL PRESPECTIVES

Take this opportunity to join Singapore fastest growing MBA Program. The Arcadia MBA is an Accelerated Master program aims to equip business leaders and professionals with comprehensive set of skills and strategy that can be applied in real business situations. Delivered by top international faculty from across the world, this Top Ranked US MBA program aims to focuses on enhancing and strengthening management expertise of executives and professionals.

Completed over a 12 Months Part-time basis, the objective of this MBA Program is instant Return of Investment (ROI) - learn it on Saturday and apply it on Monday. The end result is an executive, who is a superior decision maker, and well prepared for senior management or international management

DEVELOPING SKILLS IN ACTION

The program's unique qualities, innovative structure, and instructional methodology are unmatched by any other executive program offered by major business schools. It aims to equip participants with invaluable opportunity to put their classroom and personal skills into practice. With a team driven in-company project, opportunities for professional internships and individual projects, participants have ample opportunity to transform their newly acquired knowledge into viable practical experience.

PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA SPOKE AT ARCADIA UNIVERSITY ON MARCH 8, 2010

 

Appearing before 1,800 students of Arcadia University just outside Philadelphia, US President, Mr Barack Obama cast himself in a high-octane appearance that harked back to his 'yes we can' campaign days on healthcare, education and economic legislation.

ARCADIA PRESIDENT CARL OXHOLM III WITH VICE PRESIDENT OF UNITED STATES JOE BIDEN 12JAN 2012

Arcadia President Oxholm with Mr Joe Biden, Vice President of United States of America discussing on the importance of keeping college education affordable and commended Arcadia’s commitment to make education accessible to the middle class.”President Oxholm also had the opportunity to discuss education accessibility with Tony Miller, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education during the visit.

Arcadia University President Carl (Tobey) Oxholm III and Provost Steve O. Michael has recently returned from a whirlwind seven-day, three-city visit to the Far East—the President’s first trip outside Pennsylvania representing the University in China and across Asia.

 

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

The program comprises of 10 courses which can be completed between 12 months through executive learning.

• Managing in the Global Workforce
• Multinational Marketing
• International Business Experience
• Shareholder Value Management
• Leadership for Effective Organizations
• International Finance
• Operations and Technology
• Managerial Economics
• Global Issues of Social Responsibility and Law
• International Business Experience (optional)
• Capstone: Global Strategic Management

PERSONALIZED CAREER TRACK

Upon completion of the 10 core courses, candidates may choose to select a business area of concentration to complement the M.B.A. with a Global Perspective by registering for 3 additional courses.

Entrepreneurship Concentration

• Global Organizational Development—The Evolving Challenge
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• E-Commerce

Leadership Concentration

• Power and Politics
• Contemporary Issues in Leadership
• Global Organizational Development—The Evolving Challenge

Finance Concentration

• Securities Analysis
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Investment Banking

PROGRAM DELIVERY

Each module consists of 30 hours of face to face lectures taught over two weekends to accommodate working professionals' schedules. Online course support through a learning platform, supplemented with additional readings and other resource materials prepared by the course leader.

Sat	Sun	Mon - Fri	Sat	Sun
9am to 5.30pm	9am to 5.30pm	Revision Break	9am to 5.30pm	9am to 5.30pm

Each module utilizes a variety of delivery techniques such as textbooks, case studies, individual/group projects, experiential exercises and guest speakers.

A TRULY INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

A key attraction of this MBA program is the choice of 2 optional one-week international travel experience program. These will be credit-bearing offerings enabling students to gain firsthand knowledge of the challenges of global businesses in both a developing and a developed economy across Paris, New York, Singapore, India and China to compare and contrast business strategies and practices globally.

STUDENTS TESTIMONIALS

"The modules of my Arcadia IMBA course which I have completed in Aventis has far exceeded the learning expectations I've experienced in other institution's courses. I must say that Aventis has opened the door to my dream, it has paved the road which I am currently on. To experience and learn from the most instrumental lecturers, the teaching will propel anyone to a journey of successful career. The value of the course offering has changed my life and build my confidence in the business world. I highly recommend the Arcadia IMBA to anyone who wish to experience a tour to a great learning, knowledge sharing and ultimate wisdom." Kris Kwek, Assistant Vice President, Software Solutions Division, ECS Computers (Asia).

"The MBA program has given me great insight into the business world. We had the opportunity to learn from distinguish professors. They provide a wide understanding of the subject matters and are able to apply the concepts in the current market situations. They are also active practitioners in the market place. The cohort has a good mix of professionals from different industries and playing different roles in their organization. It has been a good 3 months so far and the times spent on this course is worth every minute of it." Jason Lim, Regional Manager ERICO Limited

ADMISSION CRITIERA

Recent intake into the MBA program includes participants from over 5 countries across ASEAN region, reflecting significant growth of the program across ASEAN. There are 2 admission period into the program annually: March and September. Please contact the program consultant for more information.

• A recognized undergraduate degree with minimum 3 years of work experience OR.
• A good diploma from a recognized institution plus minimum of 5 years management experience
• Mature candidates who have demonstrated exceptional professional or business achievements but who do not meet the above requirements may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants are required to submit the following:

• Duly-completed application form
• Certified true copies of all education certificates and transcripts
• Application processing fee of S$200 (non-refundable)

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