WTU's Academic Programs

 

   

WTU EXECUTIVE and INTERNATIONAL MBA PROGRAMS

 

Overview of Programmes
 

The WTU will offer International MBA (IMBA) and International Executive MBA (IEMBA) Programs in each of its Program Areas.

WTU Executive MBA Programs are intensive and aim to attract high-calibre participants from a wide variety of disciplines and professions. There are several formats by which the programs follow: 14-months full time, 16-months full time or 18-months weekend.  Some programs may include an internship component as well.

Core business concepts such as accounting, corporate finance, financial statement analysis, and ethics are offered in each program designed to bring students up to par and to ensure those with different backgrounds have a general knowledge of fundamental business principles. These lectures will ensure participants can master the basic tools they will need in their future.

Instructional methods include conceptual and application learning, classroom lecture and discussion sessions, case studies, contemporary issues speakers, analysis and presentation. The programs include presentations by experts from universities and international insurance corporations combining academic excellence with practical experience.

The symposium at the end of each program may include an overseas study trip where participants may visit local enterprises and meet top executives and professionals from the region. 

General Criteria:
 
  • Undergraduate degree from a recognized university, or equivalent

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience

  • Ability to function in the English language

Targeted Students:
  For beginning to mid-career industry professionals who would like to pursue a graduate education and to obtain a more specialized industry knowledge.
General Program Structure:
  Most WTU Executive MBA Programsare based on the following structure:
  English Training
 

2 Months (if required)

Full time
  Instructional Hours
  11 Months Full or Part Time (depending on Program) 12 Modules
  Study Trip Abroad
  One Month Two Modules
   
INTERNATIONAL MBA (IMBA )
 

IMBA programs are designed for young professionals with less than 5 years experience in trade.

IMBA Admission Requirements:

 
  • Undergraduate degree from a recognized university or equivalent;

  • English proficiency - pre-program ESL available;

  • Personal Motivation Essay (1000 words);

  • Basic business skills (determined by a test);

  • A successful interview with WTU Admissions.

Program Duration:

 

16 months, which includes:

  • 12 months of classroom instruction

  • 4 months internship

  • One month additional study trip in North America or Europe

  • 2 months of Advanced English Training (additional if required) focused on relevant program area

Curriculum:

 

Foundation modules in finance, accounting, and economics for managers where these have not been obtained at the undergraduate level; introductory modules relevant to the various fields of trade; advanced modules in areas relevant to learners’ specialization.

The curriculum will involve 800 hours of classroom interaction given by means of teaching modules.  A module will range from one week to 6 weeks in length depending on the subject area.  Teaching will be 5 hours per day, 5 days per week.

Internships:

  Each learner will be assigned a 4-month internship at a WTU partnership organization to give learners hands-on experience in the field of trade.

Evaluation:

  Each module will be evaluated by means of an exam, project or other means.

Faculty:

  The WTU faculty comprises of world-class professionals from academia and industry, who represent various nationalities and backgrounds.

Overall Program Deliverables:

 

Excellent Quality:

  • Learners with focused, advanced knowledge and skills in selected trade areas.

  • World-class faculty that combines academic excellence with practical business experience.

Trade Capacity Building:

  • Over 1650 new trade professionals in emerging economies over 5 years.

INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE MBA (IEMBA)

 

The International Executive MBA is a full-time degree program for mid-career and senior trade practitioners and policymakers.

Admission Requirements:

 
  • at least 5 years experience in a management position in trade;

  • an undergraduate degree from a recognized university, or equivalent;

  • one letter of recommendation from an individual with direct knowledge of applicants work;

  • basic business skills (as determined by a WTU test – similar to GMAT);

  • a personal motivation essay (approximately 1000 words);

  • ability to function in the English language) (note: pre-program English language training is available);

  • a successful interview with WTU Admissions and Faculty.

Faculty:

 

The WTU faculty comprises of world-class professionals from academia, industry, governmental agencies, multinational organizations, and global think tanks, who represent various nationalities and backgrounds.

Program Duration:

  12 months

Curriculum:

 

The curriculum is delivered in the form of modules which may be anywhere from one to six weeks long. Specific modules for delivery will be determined after consultation with our partners. The curriculum will consist of 800 hours of classroom interaction and will include simulations and case studies.  Teaching will be 5 hours per day, 5 days per week.

Evaluation:

  All modules will end with a form of evaluation, e.g,. exam, project.

Faculty:

 

The WTU faculty comprises of world-class professionals from academia, industry, governmental agencies, multinational organizations, and global think tanks, who represent various nationalities and backgrounds.

Program Deliverables:

 

Excellent Quality:

  • Learners with focused, advanced knowledge and skills in selected trade areas.

  • World-class faculty that combines academic excellence with practical business experience.

Trade Capacity Building Targets:

  • Over 1450 new trade professionals in emerging economies over 5 years.