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Objectives - Program Description

The MBA in Management is designed to develop highly competent, ethical, and globally minded leaders capable of driving organizational success in complex and rapidly evolving environments. The program combines foundational business knowledge with advanced management training, equipping students to lead teams, manage change, foster innovation, and make data-driven decisions. A strong emphasis is placed on leadership, strategic thinking, and responsible management.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to:

  • Analyze business environments and develop strategic plans.
  • Lead diverse teams effectively using advanced management techniques.
  • Solve complex organizational problems with innovative solutions.
  • Apply ethical principles and sustainability practices in leadership.
  • Manage resources, operations, and people across global markets.

Program Structure

Duration: 2 years (full-time) or 3–4 years (part-time/online)
Total Credits: 60 credit hours
Delivery Mode: Online

Course Structure

Core Business Courses (24 credits)

  1. Managerial Economics (ECON 601) – Economic tools for decision-making in business.
  2. Organizational Behavior and Leadership (MGMT 602) – Managing people and leadership principles.
  3. Managerial Accounting (ACCT 603) – Budgeting and internal control techniques.
  4. Marketing Management (MKTG 604) – Strategic marketing and consumer analysis.
  5. Strategic Management (MGMT 605) – Formulation and implementation of business strategy.
  6. Operations and Supply Chain Management (OPER 606) – Optimization of operations and logistics.
  7. Business Ethics and Corporate Governance (ETHC 607) – Values-based leadership and governance.
  8. Quantitative Methods for Business Decisions (STAT 608) – Data analysis and modeling for business problems.

Specialization: Management (24 credits)

  1. Human Resource Management (HRMT 701) – Recruitment, development, and retention strategies.
  2. Change and Innovation Management (MGMT 702) – Leading organizational transformation.
  3. Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (MGMT 703) – Principles and practice of resolving disputes.
  4. Project Management (MGMT 704) – Tools and methods for managing projects effectively.
  5. Global Business and International Management (MGMT 705) – Managing across cultures and borders.
  6. Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (ENTR 706) – Venture creation and innovation.
  7. Leadership Development and Coaching (MGMT 707) – Enhancing leadership capabilities.
  8. Decision-Making for Managers (MGMT 708) – Frameworks for strategic and operational choices.

General Electives (Choose 2 – 6 credits)

  • Digital Transformation and Business Innovation
  • Business Analytics and Decision Science
  • Sustainability and CSR in Business
  • Family Business Management
  • Public Sector and Nonprofit Management

Elective Courses Tailored to Developing Countries (Choose 2 – 6 credits)

  1. Development Management and Policy (MGMT 726)

Course Description:
Explores the design, implementation, and evaluation of development programs and policies in emerging economies. Emphasis on education, health, infrastructure, and institutional capacity building.

 

  1. Leadership in Emerging Economies (MGMT 727)

Course Description:
Examines leadership styles, cultural considerations, and institutional challenges faced by leaders in developing contexts. Focus on governance, informal institutions, and adaptive strategies.

 

  1. Entrepreneurship for Development (ENTR 728)

Course Description:
Focuses on the role of local entrepreneurship in poverty reduction, job creation, and sustainable growth. Includes case studies from African SMEs, innovation hubs, and informal sectors.

  1. Public-Private Partnerships and Infrastructure Development (MGMT 729)

Course Description:
Analyzes the role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in providing infrastructure and public services. Emphasizes regulatory frameworks and risk management in developing countries.

 

  1. NGO and Nonprofit Management in Global South (MGMT 730)

Course Description:
Explores the strategy, funding, governance, and operational management of NGOs and nonprofits operating in low-income countries.

 

  1. Institutional Reform and Governance (ETHC 731)

Course Description:
Covers institutional weaknesses and anti-corruption strategies, with emphasis on ethical leadership and governance reforms in public and private sectors.

 

  1. Social Innovation and Impact Management (MGMT 732)

Course Description:
Introduces frameworks for managing organizations that aim to generate social impact. Topics include social enterprises, inclusive business models, and impact measurement tools.

 

Internship / Practicum (3 credits)

  • Real-world experience in a business or nonprofit organization.

Capstone Project or Thesis (3 credits)

  • Research or consultancy-based final project addressing a real management challenge.

Technical Skills Developed

  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Project and operations management tools
  • HR and team management systems
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Negotiation frameworks and CRM software

Soft Skills Developed

  • Leadership and emotional intelligence
  • Communication and presentation
  • Adaptability and change management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Ethical reasoning and cross-cultural awareness

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

  • General Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Human Resource Director
  • Project Manager
  • Strategy Consultant
  • Management Analyst
  • Entrepreneur / Business Owner
  • International Business Manager
  • Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  • Nonprofit or Public Sector Administrator

Curriculum

 

Course Code

Course Title

Course Description

ECON 601

Managerial Economics

Economic tools for decision-making in business.

MGMT 602

Organizational Behavior and Leadership

Managing people and leadership principles.

ACCT 603

Managerial Accounting

Budgeting and internal control techniques.

MKTG 604

Marketing Management

Strategic marketing and consumer analysis.

MGMT 605

Strategic Management

Formulation and implementation of business strategy.

OPER 606

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Optimization of operations and logistics.

ETHC 607

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

Values-based leadership and governance.

STAT 608

Quantitative Methods for Business Decisions

Data analysis and modeling for business problems.

HRMT 701

Human Resource Management

Recruitment, development, and retention strategies.

MGMT 702

Change and Innovation Management

Leading organizational transformation.

MGMT 703

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

Principles and practice of resolving disputes.

MGMT 704

Project Management

Tools and methods for managing projects effectively.

MGMT 705

Global Business and International Management

Managing across cultures and borders.

ENTR 706

Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Venture creation and innovation.

MGMT 707

Leadership Development and Coaching

Enhancing leadership capabilities.

MGMT 708

Decision-Making for Managers

Frameworks for strategic and operational choices.

MGMT 721

Digital Transformation and Business Innovation

Leveraging technology for business growth and innovation.

STAT 722

Business Analytics and Decision Science

Using data analytics to inform strategic decisions.

MGMT 723

Sustainability and CSR in Business

Corporate social responsibility and sustainable practices.

MGMT 724

Family Business Management

Strategies and governance in family-owned businesses.

MGMT 725

Public Sector and Nonprofit Management

Managing in government and mission-driven organizations.

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