CIMBA Italy Full-time MBA Program

Program Description

The CIMBA Italy MBA degree program allows individuals from all over the world to earn a University of Iowa MBA in just 11 months - all while surrounded by the picturesque scenery of northern Italy. This program is designed to help students develop core competencies in business and offers courses in managerial economics, human resources, new venture development, global marketing strategies, production and operations, and leadership/personal development. Students also apply what they learn in the classroom to the real world of management through group activities, guest speakers, and company tours. The unique perspective of having earned an MBA in a cross-cultural setting has made our graduates highly successful and our alumni now work for companies such as Microsoft, IBM, and Ferrari. The program runs from September through July. During the final month, students travel to the University of Iowa to complete a real-world business simulation course that incorporates al aspects of the MBA.

Highlights

- Earn an MBA degree in just 11 months
- Degree from the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business - a top-ranked, AACSB-accredited American university
- Live in a highly entrepreneurial area which boasts more than 450,000 companies
- Leadership Institute offers personal development workshops and coaching sessions
- Certification in Kepner-Tregoe Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Cultural Exploration Program, including gourmet Italian dinners
- Company tours, both in Italy and the U.S.
- Extensive alumni and faculty network around the world
- Participate in real-world projects
- Study and network with students from around the world

What`s Included

Attending the CIMBA MBA program grants you access to:
- Academic coursework taught by top faculty from both the U.S. and Europe
- Seminars and workshops, such as Effective Presentation Skills and Negotiations
- Our Leadership Institute, which includes experiential workshops such as LIFE (Leadership Initiative for Excellence), personalized one-on-one coaching sessions, and mindfulness training
- Developing basic coaching skills such as giving and receiving feedback
- Interaction with CIMBA's unique leadership technology system
- Career development resources, such as resume writing and interviewing workshops
- Company tours and guest speakers from business leaders in both the U.S. and E