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School of Business · Online MBA

MBA · 60 ECTS

Master of Business Administration with Specialisation

Build advanced management and leadership capability through a flexible online MBA, then shape your studies around the area of business most relevant to your goals.

Intake Flexible
Study Mode Online
Duration 1 Academic Year
Credits 60 ECTS
Structure 5 Core + 3 Specialist
Final Stage Thesis

One MBA · Seven Pathways

Build the Foundation. Then Make It Yours.

Every student completes the same strategic MBA core, then selects one specialisation and completes three focused courses before progressing to the final thesis.

This gives you a broad postgraduate management foundation while still allowing you to focus on the area most relevant to your professional direction.

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Programme Details

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Curriculum

5 Core Courses + 3 Specialisation Courses + Final Thesis

All MBA students begin with the same core curriculum. The specialist component is determined by the pathway selected by the student.

01 Strategic Planning
02 Finance for Strategic Managers
03 Research for Strategic Development
04 Organisational Behaviour
05 Personal Development for Leadership and Strategic Management
Final Stage MBA Thesis

After completing the taught component, students progress to the final thesis.

Specialisations

Choose One MBA Specialisation

Each pathway adds three specialist courses to the five shared MBA core courses.

International Finance

A strong option for professionals interested in finance, banking, international markets and strategic financial decision-making.

  • International Finance
  • International Business Environment
  • Developing Organisational Vision & Strategic Direction
Marketing

Develop deeper knowledge of international marketing, strategic positioning and corporate communications.

  • International Marketing
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Corporate Communication Strategies
Management

A broad pathway for professionals seeking stronger management capability across people, communication and international business.

  • Corporate Communication Strategies
  • International Marketing
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
International Business

Examine business through an international lens with focus on markets, finance and cross-border business environments.

  • International Business Environment
  • International Marketing
  • International Finance
Human Resource Management

Focus on strategic people management, organisational direction and continuous improvement.

  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Developing Organisational Vision & Strategic Direction
  • Managing Continuous Organisational Improvement
Hospitality Management

Designed for hospitality professionals seeking stronger strategic, leadership and marketing capabilities.

  • Hospitality & Tourism Marketing Strategies
  • Management & Leadership Across Cultures
  • Hospitality & Tourism Strategic Planning
General MBA

Keep your MBA broad with a balanced combination of international business, marketing and people management.

  • International Business Environment
  • International Marketing
  • Strategic Human Resource Management

Note: The courses listed above for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and meet industry needs as well as the latest teaching methods. On occasion, we may need to make unexpected changes to the courses – if this occurs, we will contact all registered students as soon as possible.

Entry Requirements

Standard Entry

  • Minimum age of 22 at enrolment.
  • Completed Bachelor degree or equivalent.
  • English-language competence equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or another accepted equivalent.
Alternative Entry

Experienced Professional?

Non-graduates and holders of non-relevant degrees may be considered where they can demonstrate at least five years of evidenced managerial-level work experience in business or management.

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Study Structure
01

Core MBA

5 Courses

Build the common strategic, financial, organisational and leadership foundation.

02

Specialisation

3 Courses

Complete the three courses attached to your selected MBA specialisation.

03

Final Thesis

Research Stage

Complete an independent final thesis to conclude the MBA programme.

Delivery Online
Duration 1 Academic Year
Intake Flexible
Internship Not Required
Fees

Tuition & Application Information

Contact La Xenia Admissions for current tuition fees, payment information and available programme start dates.

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Qualification
Upon Successful Completion

Master of Business Administration

Students who successfully complete the five core courses, three specialist courses and final thesis earn the La Xenia International Institute of Switzerland Master of Business Administration award.

60 ECTS
Accreditations & Quality

Institutional Quality

Quality, Recognition & Institutional Standards

La Xenia International Institute of Switzerland maintains a wider framework of accreditations, certifications and memberships supporting institutional quality, academic standards and international engagement.

La Xenia is also eduQua certified, Switzerland’s quality label for continuing education institutions.

Contact

Need Help Choosing Your MBA?

Speak with La Xenia Admissions about entry requirements, available specialisations, programme fees and the application process.

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Your Next Step

Study Online. Build Toward What Comes Next.

The MBA is designed for professionals who want a flexible postgraduate route without relocating or completing a compulsory internship.

MBA · Online · 60 ECTS

Choose Your MBA. Choose Your Direction.

Contact La Xenia Admissions to discuss your eligibility, preferred specialisation and available start date.

Specialisation availability: Not all specialisations are available through every La Xenia learning centre. Certain specialisations may only be offered through selected learning centres. Please confirm the availability of your preferred specialisation with the relevant learning centre before enrolment.