FLAGSHIP PROGRAMME – MFQ LEVEL 7

MBA
International Business

A 90 – ECTS, 15 month intensive programme designed for ambitious professional seeking global business leadership
90
ECTS
15
MONTH
FtoF
DELIVERY
L7
MQF/EQF
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Programme at a Glance

Programme Title Master of Business Administration in International Business
Award Master of Business Administration (MBA)
MQF/EQF Level Level 7
Total ECTS 90 ECTS
Duration 15 months (full-time)
Delivery Face-to-Face
Language English
Campus ASOMI College of Sciences, Swieqi, Malta
Accreditation MFHEA accredited

Programme Structure

Indicative curriculum – 90 ECTS across three semesters.
Module ECTS Semester
Strategic Management & Leadership 10 Semester 1
International Financial Management 10 Semester 1
Global Marketing Strategy 10 Semester 1
International Business Environment 10 Semester 2
Cross-Cultural Management & Negotiations 10 Semester 2
Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Global Markets 10 Semester 2
Research Methods for Business 10 Semester 2
MBA Dissertation / Applied Business Project 20 Semester 3
Total 90

Learning Outcomes

Critically analyse and formulate business strategies for international and multicultural environments

Apply advanced financial management principles to cross-border investment and governance.

Design marketing strategies tailored to diverse global markets with data-driven decision-making.

Evaluate the legal, political, economic, and socio-cultural factors shaping international business.

Lead teams across cultural boundaries with emotional intelligence and ethical awareness.

Conduct independent, methodologically sound business research.

Demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking and exploit opportunities for innovation in global markets.

Entry Requirements

MCM employs a blended pedagogical approach that combines traditional academic rigour with practical, industry-relevant learning experiences:.

Lectures and Seminars

Led by qualified academics and industry practitioners with international experience

Case-Study Method

Analysis of real-world international business scenarios drawn from diverse industries and geographies.

Group Projects

Collaborative assignments designed to simulate cross-functional, multicultural team dynamics.

Guest Speaker Series

Regular sessions with senior executives, entrepreneurs, and policymakers.

Dissertation/Applied Project

A substantial piece of independent research (20 ECTS) on a topic approved by the student’s supervisor and the Board of Academics

Group Projects

Collaborative assignments designed to simulate cross-functional, multicultural team dynamics

Assessment methods include written examinations, coursework assignments, oral presentations, group reports, reflective portfolios, and the final dissertation. All assessment is criterion-referenced and aligned with the MQF Level 7 descriptors.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the MCM MBA in International Business are positioned for roles including: International Business Development Manager, Management Consultant, Financial Analyst (International Markets), Global Marketing Director, Entrepreneur/Startup Founder (with international scope), Operations Director, Policy Advisor (Trade, Investment, Economic Development), and Senior Management roles across multinational corporations, SMEs, NGOs, and public-sector organisations.

Entry Requirements

  • A first degree at MQF/EQF Level 6 (or equivalent) in any discipline.
  • English proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
  • Professional experience valued but not mandatory (RPL available).
  • Personal statement outlining motivation and career objectives.
  • Two academic or professional references.

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