General Information
The Geneva EMBA
A program for a global, responsible, and transformative career
The mission of the Geneva School of Economics and Management is to educate responsible leaders for a diverse and changing society. The Geneva EMBA offers professionals to acquire the foundational knowledge in managing and leading organizations with a focus on building a global advantage, leading responsibly, and managing transformation.
How is the Geneva EMBA taught?
The EMBA teaching faculty consists of academics who engage in rigorous research to provide cutting-edge management knowledge and business professionals who provide hands-on tools for how to effectively manage organizations. Our teaching methods include a mix of lectures, case studies, interactive class discussions and assignments, as well as guest speakers from Geneva’s ecosystem. During the EMBA program, our students are connected to leading executives and managers who provide practical insights to how they have been introducing and managing transformative changes, managing their business responsibly, and building global advantage.
Learning Objectives
- Develop and execute effective and responsible management strategies
- Develop critical and analytical thinking in organizational decision-making
- Acquire leadership and management skills to guide an organization’s transformation
- Enhance soft and interpersonal skills to engage with a diverse set of stakeholders
- Acquire strategic skills for managing organizations successfully in a global context
The Geneva EMBA is
- A part-time 2-year program (90 ECTS)
- Offering advanced level courses in the second year with a focus on building a global advantage, leading responsibly, and managing transformation.
- A program embedded in and tailored to the needs of Geneva’s vibrant and international ecosystem
- Taught by academic experts and business professionals from Geneva’s ecosystem.
What does the Geneva EMBA offer you:
Geneva’s Ecosystem: Our Geneva EMBA offers you an excellent opportunity to enlarge your professional network and develop career opportunities!
- Innovative Curriculum: Our Geneva EMBA provides you with relevant contemporary management knowledge and skills for your future career.
- Strong Professional Network: Our Geneva EMBA allows you to learn from your peers and to build lasting relationships for your career.
- Exceptional Value. Our Geneva EMBA offers you an affordable, accredited high quality university education in Geneva (at one of the world's best universities).
Audience
The EMBA Program is designed for aspiring Business Leaders with functional or sectorial leadership experience seeking a career change or professional development opportunities and put their practice in perspective.
Thus, this postgraduate education welcomes participants coming from various professional backgrounds from industry to services, and from public to private sectors.
Application
The online application platform will be available as of October 1, 2022.
Note: applications must be submitted via this platform; applications that are sent via email will not be processed.
Application Deadline
- June 1, 2023
- Late applications may be admissible upon space availability (subject to CHF 1000 late application fee)
Early Bird - applications received before the following date will benefit from a reduction upon acceptance:
- February 1, 2023 | CHF 41'000.-
Admission
Because of its reputation for excellence, admission to the EMBA Program is highly selective.
- Admission to the program is based on the candidate's application file; potentially qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview
- Great importance is attributed to the quality of academic record, personal motivation and relevance of the professional experience
Admission criteria:
- Bachelor Degree, or equivalent (i.e. Bac+3,... ) *
- Pertinent work experience : 3 years minimum in a managerial role (excludes training sessions, internship)
Required skills:
- Strong command of both written and spoken English
- Computer office tools (spreadsheet, word processor, presentation tools)
- Basic Accounting understanding (balance sheets/income statement, P&N, EBITDA) or ability to assimilate numbers and concepts
SELECTION PROCESS
Admission to our program takes into account the candidate's academic qualifications, professional experience, and other relevant criteria (i.e, motivation, willingness to invest the required time and energy to complete the program, international exposure,...).
The selection process includes 4 steps:
- Validation of application & documents submitted online
- Quality of the candidate's dossier
- One-hour interview for admissible applications. Although it is normally conducted in person, it may be done online, if necessary
- Review of validated applications and final decision by the Directing Committee
Notification is sent to candidates by email.
ACCEPTANCE
In order to finalize their enrollment, candidates must complete the following steps:
- confirm their participation and settle the non-refundable CHF 5'000.- enrollment fee within 10 days of their acceptance to the EMBA
- submit certified or notarized copies of their university diplomas and transcripts to the EMBA office
How to apply
The online application platform will be open October 1, 2022.
You will need to upload the following documents during the application process (please upload documents in pdf format - at the exception of the passport photo):
- A copy of your University diploma(s) * / **
- Copy of your University grade transcripts **
- Copy of your Secondary Studies Diploma (High School, Maturité, Bac...)
- Cover Letter *
- Letter of recommendation from your current employer *
- Complete resume (CV)*
- Work certificates or contracts, or letters from past employers *
- A copy of your passport or ID card *
- A copy of your "AVS" card or Health Insurance card
- A copy of your work permit, if applicable
- A passport photo of yourself (jpg format - HD 600x800 or 480x640)
* Mandatory documents in order to validate your application
** In case you are accepted, a certified/notarized copy must be submitted before the start of the program
Click on "Submit Application" at the end of the process.
There is no application fee.
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NOTE: Applicants should already hold a valid permit or be able to travel for the entire duration of their studies.
Course schedule & format
The Geneva EMBA caters to executives without interrupting their careers.
Courses are held mainly Friday & Saturday, every other week:
- Fridays: 2:15 pm - 9 pm
- Saturdays: 8:15 am - 1 pm
Some modules are scheduled on 3 consecutive full days (Thursday, Friday & Saturday) from 8.30 am to 6 pm.
Participants have the option to attend courses onsite or online (conditions apply); 100% attendance is required in order to validate a course, whether onsite or online.
> 2022-23 EMBA : program calendar
Course location
Courses are usually held at Uni Mail, University of Geneva, 40 Boulevard du Pont d'Arve, 1205 Geneva.
Cost 2023-2025*
Total cost of the Executive MBA:
CHF 42’500 *
The above includes the non-refundable enrolment/matriculation fee, mandatory course materials & exams, and participation to most activities organized within the EMBA Program.
Enrollment/Matriculation - payable upon acceptance CHF 5’000
1st year foundational courses: CHF 18’750
2nd year advanced courses: CHF 18’750
Program study extension must be pre-approved by the EMBA Office - subject to CHF 2’000 extension fee from the 3rd year on.