Executive MBA Istanbul

The purpose of this generalist diploma located in Istanbul is to provide a second management skill to people with higher education diplomas, in addition to their initial training, their thus opening the way to dual competence.

Type : Continuous education

Field : International management

Duration : 18 months

Level : MBA/Master

Rhythm : Part-Time

Language : English

Diploma : Master MAE University Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne et certificate MBA

Location : Istanbul, Turkey and Paris, France

Type : Continuous education

Field : International management

Duration : 18 months

Level : MBA/Master

Rhythm : Part-Time

Language : English

Diploma : Master MAE University Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne et certificate MBA

Location : Istanbul, Turkey and Paris, France

Application

Program requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree at least 3-year-program. Successful academic background and relevant university diploma are preferred.
Candidates must submit English proficiency. Native English speakers and those who have graduated from a fully English-language institution do not need to submit an English proficiency certificate.
Ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience and 2+ years of managerial experience.
The dedication, motivation and willingness to complete an International Executive MBA program will be considered.

Selection process

Pre-Application
Study of the application file
Interview

Contacts

Program director

Pierre-Yves LAGROUE, Associate Professor, Executive MBA Istanbul Director

Contact in Paris

Charlotte LONGIN, Program Administrator

+33 1 44 08 73 68

Contact by email

Contact in Istanbul

Emirhan ALTUNKAYA, Program Co-Director

+90 533 207 95 96

Contact by email

Detailed program

The International Executive MBA Program delivered jointly by IAE Paris Sorbonne Business School & BMI Business School offers a global training for Executives willing to develop their skillset in Business, gain a global and strategic vision, reflect on their path and capitalize on their experience, as well as expand their horizons.

Courses are delivered mainly in Istanbul, but the program also include two study trips to Paris.

Graduates from the International Executive MBA Program earn the official Master’s degree program of Université Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne and receive an MBA certificate from the Sorbonne Business School.

More about our partner BMI Business School Istanbul

Established in 2004, BMI is the unique business school in Turkey acting as a bridge between the Academic World and the Business World. Since its founding, BMI designed more than 700 programs partnering more than 10 leading universities, enabling professionals to empower their careers. Today alumni of more than 12.000 people excelled in different expertise and management subjects, by participating BMI open enrollment and executive education programs.

Besides, over 15 years BMI provided specially designed custom programs for diverse organizations and contributed to their success and sustainability overtime. Until now, we have provided training & development services for more than 600 different companies, and executed more than 8.000 days of professional training & development delivery.

Objectives

The purpose of the Sorbonne & BMI International Executive MBA Program is to develop senior and mid-level executives of leading companies, as business leaders who have a strategic and visionary perspective in the face of the rapidly changing global business world and competitive environment, have a good command of current business & management methodologies and can demonstrate exceptional leadership skills.

International Executive MBA program participants ;

Conveys the latest knowledge, techniques and methodologies in management science,
Provides an up-to-date information set regarding the management of all functions within the institution,
Develops competencies in strategic thinking, planning and management, as well as competencies needed for actualization of the strategy,
Strengthens the communication and leadership skills needed in senior management roles,
Strengthens the intuition of future planning, innovative thinking and entrepreneurship with analytical foundations,
Expands his perspective about digital transformation, digital business world and upcoming trends in economy & business,
Provides up-to-date information about business world and prepares for upcoming changes.

Who is it for ?

Sorbonne Business School & BMI Business School İstanbul – International Executive MBA is a program specially designed to provide a unique networking environment for experienced managers who aim to develop their careers and take them to the next level with an international MBA experience.

Opportunities

In the program, business simulations, application studies with management consultants, case studies, communication-leadership themed seminars, webinars, and coaching sessions will be organized to accompany the courses. Within each educational module in the program, C-Level executives from Turkey's leading companies will be hosted as guest speakers and experience sharing sessions will be held on the relevant topic.

Key points

Qualifying and recognized training

Organized in cooperation with IAE Paris Sorbonne Business School & BMI Business School Istanbul, the International Executive MBA is an internationally recognized and valid MBA program that enables you to qualify for the official diploma of University Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne.

Organizational flexibility compatible with one's professional activity

During the training phase, the participants will devote one week of each month to an intensive lecture between Wednesday to Sunday. Therefore, they will complete a total of 14 educational modules in a period of 14 months.

Knowledge nourished by research on current management issues in all types of organizations

The objective is to develop of high-ranking executives of leading companies as business pioneers who have strategic and visionary perspective, a good command of current business and management methodologies, and can demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities in the face of rapidly changing global business world and competitive environment.

An adapted pedagogy to facilitate skills development, interactivity and group work

Participants are expected to devote time to research, reading, individual and group project work, business simulation applications, exam and thesis preparation.

Teachings rooted in business practice combining academic expertise and Professional expertise

The faculty is composed of high-level, world-renowed academics and experienced management consultants, recognized experts in their fields. 60% of faculty is from Paris Sorbonne University, 40% is from Turkey’s leading universities.

Pedagogy

Participatory teaching is preferred.

All teaching takes place in small groups to facilitate interactivity. The experience of each student in his area of specialty is sought to advance the group.

The basic principle is that of the case method. The face-to-face courses are devoted to putting concepts and tools into perspective, in-depth studies, and practical cases. All educational documents and group work are exchanged using an online sharing platform.

The International Executive MBA, organized by BMI Business School Istanbul & Sorbonne University, allows you to complete an EMBA curriculum at global academic standards in a total of 18 months.

The program has been carefully scheduled so that managers can follow their professional career without interruption, and the courses will mainly take place in Istanbul (2 modules are delivered in Paris).

14 educational modules in a period of 14 months
one-week of each month (Wednesday to Sunday)
4 months for the preparation of the thesis

The program includes 14 modules:

Economics & Financial Markets for Managers
Introduction to Business & Management
Strategic Marketing Management
Financial Accounting
Strategic Human Resources Management
Law for Managers
Strategic Financial Management
Digital Transformation & Digital Strategy
International & Intercultural Management
Strategic Management of Information Systems
Managerial Accounting & Control
Entrepreneurship & Leadership
Strategic Management & Organization

The cycle ends with the writing and defense of a thesis (capstone project).

One intake per year.

Program requirements

Bachelor's degree; successful academic background and relevant university departments are preferred,
Having at least 10 years of professional work experience after the bachelor's degree (preferred) with at least 2 years of managerial experience (preferred),
English proficiency; If you have completed your undergraduate education in English or if your mother tongue is English, there is no need for a document. Otherwise, an exam document stating English proficiency is required (test).
The dedication, motivation and willingness to complete an international MBA program
To apply to the program, first of all, fill completely the online application form.

Application documents

Online application form,
Up-to-date CV / resume,
One page motivation letter / letter of intent,
Two reference letters,
Photocopy of official diploma and academic transcript from each university attended,
A copy of the document showing proficiency in English,
Copy of identity document or Passport,
Application fee (50€) payment receipt.

Selection process

1/ Pre-Application : Please send your CV first. Then, our education consultants will evaluate your eligibility to apply for the program and inform you to move on.
2/ Application : Prepare all the application files and send out to emba@bmieducation.com. Make sure you paid the non-refundable application fee.
3/ Interview : After you completed the files, you will be informed whether you are chosen for the interview process. Show up for the online interview.
4/ Admission : After interview process, admission results will be announced. Check your results.
5/ Final Enrollment : When you are admitted to the program, you will be set to registration. Complete contracting and make payment of the first installment.

Application Timeline

The application deadline for the program, which will start in September, has been determined in July. In order to complete the application, the necessary documents must be delivered to our institution by this date at the latest.

To apply, please contact : Emirhan ALTUNKAYA

Program fees : 19.500 € + VAT in advance

The program fee includes :

All educational materials, textbooks, notes, presentations and materials,
Sorbonne e-library access & online training materials to be used throughout the courses,
Business & Management Simulation applications to be used throughout the courses,
International case studies & analyzes to be used throughout the courses,
Refreshments, morning and lunch meals throughout the day on lecture days,
Leadership seminars & coaching sessions to be organized in addition to the lectures,
Participation in other education programs and events organized by BMI with 50% discount

Discount & Installment opportunities :

The participation fee can be paid to our institution in 3 installments.
There are special discount rates defined for corporate companies that direct regular registration,
5% discount can be applied to the first 10 participants who register for the program.
It is not possible to postpone / cancel the program until one month before the start of the program,
Installment payment schedule; 20% at the time of admission and approval to the program – 40% at the start of the first term in September – 40% at the start of the second term in January.