International Full-Time MBA

Management for a Sustainable Growth

Start/End Date: September 2025 – September 2026
Mode of Delivery: On Campus
Duration: 12 months
Recipients: Managers and young professionals, with at least 2 years of professional experience
Language: English

The International Full-Time MBA is a prestigious programme born from the unique collaboration between the Department of Economics and Management "Marco Fanno" of the University of Padua and CUOA Business School. This partnership combines the academic excellence and research prowess of the University of Padua with the extensive executive education experience of CUOA Business School. This programme is not only academically rigorous but also deeply linked to the business environment.

The International Full-Time MBA at CUOA Business School is more than just a postgraduate learning path; it’s a transformative experience that prepares you to excel in a global business environment. With strong industry connections, practical learning approach, this programme is designed to equip future leaders with the skills to drive sustainable growth and digital transformation, creating a positive impact on society, the environment, and businesses.

Key Features

• Strong Business Connections: Leverage our reputation and extensive network within the business ecosystem, providing valuable industry insights and opportunities for real-world application.
• Personal and Professional Growth: 98%+ of our participants is involved in a final project in line with his/her personal goals and aspirations, 98 %+ is employed six months upon graduation.
• Collaborative Excellence: Benefit from the combined expertise of two prestigious institutions, focusing on sustainable management and business growth.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: A blend of core modules, specialized concentrations, and practical projects ensures a well-rounded learning experience.
• Personalized Student Care: Experience a one-to-one approach with personalized support and coaching, ensuring each participant’s unique needs and professional growth goals are met.

Programme Structure

Pre-courses - Foundational courses ensure all participants start with a solid understanding of essential business concepts and analytical tools, leveling the playing field and preparing them for the core curriculum.

10 Core Courses - Consistent with established practices, they are held over two terms (October - December and January - April) to cover all main areas of business management:

- International Macroeconomics for Business
- Strategic Management
- Business Ethics & Sustainability
- Financial & Managerial Accounting
- Organization Design & Human Resource Management
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Business Analytics
- Business Planning

3 Elective Concentrations - Specialized elective tracks to personalize the participants learning experience

• Sustainable Design & Luxury: Innovation & Circular Economy, Retail & Brand Management, Data-Driven Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Planning and Reporting
• Innovation & DIgital Transformation: Business Model Innovation, AI for Business Growth, Legal & Ethical Issues of AI, Leading Strategic Change Projects
• Finance for Growth: Corporate Strategy & M&A, Growth Financing & Private Equity, Post-Integration M&A, Risk Management

Live Project Gym

Hands-on methodology, business relevance and project-based approach are the key ingredients of our MBA learning experience: participants will be involved in consulting group works, and in-company activities and labs.

Furthermore, the capstone individual project is another relevant way to work closely with professors or professionals, either to contribute to a company project or to develop new tangible business ideas.

Personal Development Programme:

Personal development is one of the pillars we value the most, that’s why this programme runs throughout the Master evolving along with the participants' leadership skills. The Leadership Programme includes a series of lectures, seminars, meetings with guest speakers, and experiential activities on topics such as team management, intercultural communication and management, negotiation, conflict management, decision making. The activities of Career Management are related to career coaching and personal branding to support participants in designing and driving their career path.

The curriculum has been designed to support participant in developing the skills to envision, incorporate, and manage sustainable growth pathways, and be capable of making decisions that generate a positive impact on the economic prosperity of businesses and organizations, the environment, and society at large.Pre-courses - Foundational courses ensure all participants start with a solid understanding of essential business concepts and analytical tools, leveling the playing field and preparing them for the core curriculum.10 Core Courses - Consistent with established practices, they are held over two terms (October - December and January - April) to cover all main areas of business management:

- International Macroeconomics for Business
- Strategic Management
- Business Ethics & Sustainability
- Financial & Managerial Accounting
- Organization Design & Human Resource Management
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Business Analytics
- Business Planning3 Elective Concentrations - Specialized elective tracks to personalize the participants learning experience• Sustainable Design & Luxury: Innovation & Circular Economy, Retail & Brand Management, Data-Driven Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Planning and Reporting
• Innovation & DIgital Transformation: Business Model Innovation, AI for Business Growth, Legal & Ethical Issues of AI, Leading Strategic Change Projects
• Finance for Growth: Corporate Strategy & M&A, Growth Financing & Private Equity, Post-Integration M&A, Risk ManagementLive Project GymHands-on methodology, business relevance and project-based approach are the key ingredients of our MBA learning experience: participants will be involved in consulting group works, and in-company activities and labs.Furthermore, the capstone individual project is another relevant way to work closely with professors or professionals, either to contribute to a company project or to develop new tangible business ideas.Personal Development Programme:Personal development is one of the pillars we value the most, that’s why this programme runs throughout the Master evolving along with the participants' leadership skills. The Leadership Programme includes a series of lectures, seminars, meetings with guest speakers, and experiential activities on topics such as team management, intercultural communication and management, negotiation, conflict management, decision making. The activities of Career Management are related to career coaching and personal branding to support participants in designing and driving their career path.

Campus

The program is held at CUOA Business School in Villa Valmarana Morosini, a majestic 18th century building in Altavilla Vicentina, near Vicenza. Some classes may also take place in one of the venues of the Univresity of Padua or in other locations.

About us

As an academic partner, dSEA collaborates with CUOA Business School, a prestigious management school founded in 1957. CUOA offers industry-accredited courses and MBAs and has been ASFOR-accredited since 2009 for its part-time MBA programs. It also holds ISO 9001 certification for the quality of its training services.

dSEA strongly emphasizes internationalization, with agreements with over 80 partner universities worldwide and an extensive work placement network with more than 2,000 companies and organizations in Italy and abroad.

The Department of Economics and Management 'Marco Fanno' (dSEA) of the University of Padua is a center of excellence in economic and managerial education, ranked among the top 150 worldwide in Economics and Econometrics (QS World University Rankings). Since 2023, it has been EQUIS-certified, becoming the first Department of a public Italian university to achieve this recognition.As an academic partner, dSEA collaborates with CUOA Business School, a prestigious management school founded in 1957. CUOA offers industry-accredited courses and MBAs and has been ASFOR-accredited since 2009 for its part-time MBA programs. It also holds ISO 9001 certification for the quality of its training services.dSEA strongly emphasizes internationalization, with agreements with over 80 partner universities worldwide and an extensive work placement network with more than 2,000 companies and organizations in Italy and abroad.

Admissions

For application purposes, each candidate will be asked submit the following documents:
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter
• Two letters of recommendation from an academic and/or professional reference
• Degree certificate and official transcript of completed exams
• GMAT or GRE scores (preferable, non-mandatory)
• Certification of English proficiency (preferable, non-mandatory)

The selection process includes:
• Screening of the applications received, based on the analysis of the curriculum vitae, letter of motivation, two letters of recommendation, official transcript, and any GMAT and/or GRE scores
• Motivational interview
• Logical reasoning test
• English test (if applicable).

Minimum requirements for admission to the MBA programme are:
• Three-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
• 2 years of professional experience
• Proficiency in the English languageFor application purposes, each candidate will be asked submit the following documents:
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter
• Two letters of recommendation from an academic and/or professional reference
• Degree certificate and official transcript of completed exams
• GMAT or GRE scores (preferable, non-mandatory)
• Certification of English proficiency (preferable, non-mandatory)The selection process includes:
• Screening of the applications received, based on the analysis of the curriculum vitae, letter of motivation, two letters of recommendation, official transcript, and any GMAT and/or GRE scores
• Motivational interview
• Logical reasoning test
• English test (if applicable).

Fee and Scholarships

The participation fee includes:
•Academic materials
•Use of all facilities at the CUOA Business School Campus
•Participation in company visits and outdoor activities
•Access to the digital resources off campus
•Access to CUOA Job Career Center resources and activities

Fee reductions
•Be First: 10% off the participation fee for registration and payment of the first installment by June 30, 2025
•Early Bird 5% off the participation fee for registration and payment of the first installment by August 29, 2025
•Pay Full: 5% off the participation fee if it’s paid in a unique installment before September 15th, 2025

Additional scholarships and benefits for Alumni, self-funding candidates and supporting companies are available, contact us for more information.

The participation fee is 30.000 €, to be paid in 4 installments:
•1st payment: € 9.000,00, upon enrollments
•2nd payment: € 7.500,00 by 24.10.2025
•3rd payment: € 7.500,00 by 23.01.2026
•4th payment: € 6.000,00 by 20.04.2026The participation fee includes:
•Academic materials
•Use of all facilities at the CUOA Business School Campus
•Participation in company visits and outdoor activities
•Access to the digital resources off campus
•Access to CUOA Job Career Center resources and activitiesFee reductions
•Be First: 10% off the participation fee for registration and payment of the first installment by June 30, 2025
•Early Bird 5% off the participation fee for registration and payment of the first installment by August 29, 2025
•Pay Full: 5% off the participation fee if it’s paid in a unique installment before September 15th, 2025Additional scholarships and benefits for Alumni, self-funding candidates and supporting companies are available, contact us for more information.

Orientation Service

The CUOA’s staff is available for a free and non-binding orientation meeting.

The one-to-one meeting can be scheduled online or in persona and aims to:

Focus on the candidate’s acquired experiences and skills and development goals
Identify areas for improvement, set priorities to achieve goals, and find the most suitable learning solutions
Answer any questions related to our programs and services.

The CUOA’s staff is available for a free and non-binding orientation meeting.The one-to-one meeting can be scheduled online or in persona and aims to:

Focus on the candidate’s acquired experiences and skills and development goals

Identify areas for improvement, set priorities to achieve goals, and find the most suitable learning solutions

Answer any questions related to our programs and services.

Open Days

Meet with Us!
The Scientific Director and the MBA Team will be available to provide all the information about the program, services, and related opportunities:
Wednesday, 26 March 2025, 12:30 – 1:30 PM CET Online Presentation
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:30 – 1:30 PM CET Online Presentation
Wednesday, 7 May 2025, 12:30 – 1:30 PM CET Online Presentation
For more information and registration, click here

Open Evening CUOA Business School
Thursday, 22 May 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM - In-person at CUOA Business School
Villa Valmarana Morosini will open its doors to present the School, its educational paths, and related services.
The CUOA team is also available for individual orientation interviews, by appointment.
For more information and registration, click here

Contacts

MBA & Masters
Alessia Buzzi, tel. +39 0444 333745
Anna Bevilacqua, tel. +39 0444 333784
mba@cuoa.it

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