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Executive Master of Business Administration


Choosing Rome Business School Nigeria’s Executive MBA means investing in a program that not only imparts knowledge but also provides practical experiences, networking opportunities, and personalized support to shape you into a leader equipped to make meaningful impacts in the global business landscape.

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Executive Master of Business Administration

The Executive MBA will assist participants in strengthening their managerial, leadership, and analytical skills and competencies, working in diverse teams, enhancing their knowledge of business management and administration, and putting what they have learnt into practice on a daily basis.

Program Features

  • Learning Formula- On- Campus and 100% Online
  • Intake Cohort- April and October each year.
  • Accredited Master’s Certification – 60 ECTS
  • Language – English
  • 2 Weekends per month ( Fortnightly)
  • Duration- 1 year

Intended Learning Outcomes

The Executive MBA  enables you to develop  the competences required  to lead, manage,  and  grow businesses gaining  more in-depth insight  into the requirements of  the professional market,  ranging from team  management areas to the economic aspects of  international market access.

On completion of this MBA, you will be able to:

  • Develop conceptual, analytical, and planning tools as well as techniques and methodologies  needed to take a systematic approach in order  to understand and resolve complex business  and management problems;
  • Build managerial, relational, and entrepreneurial skills that are crucial in the working context;
  • Be responsible and innovative leaders who drive change, understand key social issues, and innovate for global business immersion and leadership.

Shape your professional path through 4 pillars:

Real link with companies

An international and local network of companies’ partners to help young and senior professional in building their careers and RBSN to create the better learning experience possible, thanks to Business Practice LAB Iintenship, Company visits, in class exercises and exclusive lecturers.

Internationality

Rome Business School Nigeria is proudly the most international business school in Nigeria, being able to immerse our students in a stimulating environment, thanks to our internationa and loal faculty, our exclusive Bootcamps in Kigali, Rome Italy, Doha and mixed ethnicity in our classes.

Professional Impact

Our higher purpose is to build managers and leaders. For this reason, we’ve built our Masters around our student’s professional and personal growth, providing different service and experiences, just like our Career Service, multiple company meetings, Company Shadowing, Individual Coaching sessions and a soft skills program.

Higher Purpose

Following our motto,Better Managers for a Better World, an entire section of our Masters is fully dedicated to higher purpose in business, Corporate Social Responsibility and creation of a sustainable approach and mindset to business.

Why choose our Executive MBA?

Develop core business competencies and leadership excellence.

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Promoting the fundamental knowledge required to arrange a company’s various departments, including operations, marketing, finance, accounting, and human resources. Acquiring the skills and resources necessary for successful leadership, such as collaboration, inspiration, communication, corporate ethics, and social responsibility. Understanding the broader management context and gaining insight into the viewpoint of a senior manager or executive.

Develop an entrepreneurial mindset and create, plan, and expand

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boosting the spirit of entrepreneurship, building the groundwork for new ventures, and encouraging creativity and innovation. Functioning effectively in intricate, cutthroat national and international organizations while adhering to a framework for sustainable development and growth.

Develop disruptive skills for international business immersion, manage innovation and change, and handle emerging technologies.

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Regulating the organization’s adaptability to developing markets, new technologies, innovation, and societal changes. recognizing and preparing for the necessity of organizational change in order to maintain competitiveness, particularly in a global setting. Learning and understanding the use of new emerging technologies and the application of data for transforming and developing businesses in today’s digital age.

Our Partners

NIMN-RBSN CURRICULUM INTEGRATION PARTNERSHIP

Rome Business School Nigeria (RBSN) is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN), resulting in the integration of NIMN’s professional examination modules into our Master of Business Administration (MBA) curriculum. This initiative enables RBSN MBA students to pursue their NIMN professional certifications concurrently with their academic studies.​

Through this integration, RBSN MBA students may be eligible for exemptions from certain NIMN professional certification examination modules, facilitating a more streamlined certification process. Additionally, students have the opportunity to join the esteemed League of Marketing Professionals via a fast-track program, granting direct membership into various professional grades—Associate, Full Member, and Fellow—based on their years of experience in the marketing field. Admission to these membership levels requires the payment of NIMN’s prescribed fees and adherence to other stipulated terms and conditions. RBSN is committed to assisting our students throughout the registration process to ensure a seamless experience.​

Furthermore, RBSN is honored to have our Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program recognized by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). This recognition allows our EMBA students to obtain CIM exemptions during their studies, thereby enhancing the overall value and global credibility of our program.​​

These partnerships underscore RBSN’s dedication to providing our students with comprehensive educational experiences that blend academic excellence with professional development, equipping them for success in the dynamic field of marketing.

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING, UNITED KINGDOM RECOGNISED ROME BUSINESS SCHOOL MBA DEGREE

Rome Business School Nigeria is pleased to announce that the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) in the United Kingdom has recognised our Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. This prestigious recognition raises the program’s total worth and international recognition by enabling our EMBA students to receive CIM exemptions while they are enrolled. ​

The CIM, an internationally renowned marketing professional association, provides credentials that are highly valued in the field. By incorporating CIM’s exacting requirements into our curriculum, we make sure that our students have the knowledge and abilities necessary for modern marketing. In addition to enhancing the educational process, this integration gives students a means to acquire professional marketing certificates in addition to their degrees.

The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria

If you take your master’s in MBA, you are eligible for your CIPM certification.

Executive MBA

Because of the ever-changing nature of the current business environment, skilled individuals who possess a strong understanding of the many managerial domains as well as well-developed personal abilities like adaptation, versatility, creativity, determination, and introspection are needed. One of the best management training programs is the Executive MBA. Participants get the executive abilities necessary to run and guide businesses and organisations, preparing them for positions of responsibility within an organisation. Therefore, in addition to providing excellent management training, an MBA guarantees recognition from the business community as a whole. Through global experience, real-world leadership, and an improved entrepreneurial attitude, it is the finest program for learning and integrating new skills and information.

The Executive MBA will assist participants in strengthening their managerial, leadership, and analytical skills and competencies, working in diverse teams, enhancing their knowledge of business management and administration, and putting what they have learnt into practice on a daily basis. In order to maximise career effect, the program focusses on learning all aspects of managing organisations, including a thorough overview of the business and its operations.

  • Geo-economy and Geo-politics for business
  • Strategy for business Leadership
  • Project, program and portfolio
  • Portfolio management
  • Global marketing management
  • Digital marketing and Metrics
  • Budgeting and Reporting

Quick Current Statistics Of Our Executive Students And Alumni On Intellectual Capacity Development

  • Professional responsibilities increased by 82%.
  • 93% Increased Ability to Make Decisions
  • 79% of students report higher salaries following their master’s program completion.
  • 68% of alumni received promotions and new offers.
  • 53% of students work for a multinational corporation.
  • 58% of them are currently effective directors and managers in their companies.

Rome Business School Nigeria Study Tour + Global Business Leadership Development Program

List of Study Tours From Nigeria Campus

Get hands-on international exposure through our intensive one-week study tours. Work on real business challenges, engage with global professionals and peers, and develop a project you’ll present at the end of the Bootcamp.

Experience business and innovation in the heart of Italy. Explore Rome’s rich cultural heritage while connecting with international companies, entrepreneurs and a global business community.

Discover a new model of African growth and innovation. Explore Kigali’s thriving business ecosystem, connect with ambitious entrepreneurs and gain fresh perspectives on doing business in a rapidly transforming economy.

Step into one of the world’s fastest-growing business hubs. Discover Qatar’s ambitious vision, connect with leading organisations and explore opportunities shaping the future of business across the Middle East.

Discover where innovation meets global business. Explore one of Asia’s leading business and technology hubs, connect with global companies and gain insights into the strategies driving growth in a highly competitive economy.

Experience the energy of one of the world’s great business capitals. Explore India’s dynamic corporate and entrepreneurial ecosystem, expand your network and discover how innovation is shaping the future of business.

Discover a new perspective on sustainable business and innovation. Explore Denmark’s globally recognised approach to entrepreneurship, technology and sustainable growth while connecting with businesses shaping the future.

Double Certification

At the end of the course, attendees will be issued with the official double certification of the Master in Business Administration from Rome Business School Italy and Valencia International University, Spain.
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Certificate Recognition

At the end of the course, attendees will be issued with the official double certification of the Master of the respective program from Rome Business School Italy and Valencia International University, Spain. The certification also comes with an academic transcript with detailed modules and their ECTS grades, and the number of study hours for each of the modules taken.

WES recognizes our accreditation partner University, Valencia International University (VIU). Students seeking to evaluate their academic transcripts with the WES can write at Rome Business school Nigeria to be guided on the process. Valencia International University (VIU) certification has been recognized under the educational credential assessment for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada as a Canadian equivalency master’s degree.

Faculty

You will be guided by experts in every step of your MBA path.

Our facilitators at Rome Business School Nigeria are carefully selected from a pool of eminent scholars from across the world and vibrant business executives. These experts provide personal knowledge and up-to-date perspectives to the classroom since they are actively involved in their industries. Our pupils will gain from real-world business situations and new developments in the sector thanks to this method. ​

Our teaching approach is designed to smoothly combine academic underpinnings with real-world applications, giving students skills that will help them grow in their careers. Interestingly, a sizable section of our faculty is made up of people who manage to combine their teaching responsibilities with active jobs in a range of worldwide commercial markets. They may combine academic rigour with useful tools and approaches thanks to this dual engagement, which improves the learning process.

Additionally, our faculty members are acknowledged as thought leaders in important business domains, which helps to create a learning environment that is both anchored in contemporary industry practices and intellectually challenging. Their knowledge and leadership are crucial in forming the academic path at Rome Business School Nigeria, creating an environment where students are inspired to acquire the abilities required to succeed in the global business environment.

See some facts about our faculty:

  • Our faculty at Rome Business School Nigeria is made up of 75 eminent experts from a variety of backgrounds
  • 90% are active industry professionals, consultants, entrepreneurs, managers, and practitioners, compared to 10% who are renowned university professors.​
  • 30% have national experience, providing profound insights into the local business environment, and 70% have foreign experience, bringing global perspectives to the classroom.​
  • Our students are guaranteed a thorough and internationally relevant education thanks to this combination of academic rigour and real-world experience.

Checkout our topnotch renowned faculties here: https://romebusinessschool.ng/faculty/

Career and Entrepreneurship Services

In line with our mission to evolve better managers for a better world, our goal is to provide you with the support, resources, and tools necessary for a successful career and professional future, other to accomplish these we don’t just provide you with a top-class training, but also granting you the support and assistance from Rome Business School Career Services. From the very beginning of an academic program through all the processes until graduation, we help you choose the right professional area to direct your interest and efforts, and prepare you to effectively face the day’s job market. Along with connections that can open doors at various companies.

Read more about our career services functions and benefits to our students: https://romebusinessschool.ng/career-services/

Each year, Rome Business School presents the Employment Report, a document that collects data on the official results achieved by our students and alumni in terms of employment and professional growth following their master’s degree at Rome Business School Nigeria. The results obtained were possible thanks to the commitment of our students and the incredible professionalism of our Career Services who, with diligence and dedication, were able to direct students towards the desired career path in the world of work.

In particular, according to the most recent statistics:

  • 68% Got New Job Offer and promotion
  • 82% Increased Professional Responsibilities
  • 90% Improved Decision Making Capability
  • 5% Got Jobs before Commencement of Master Program
  • 7% Got Jobs within Their Master Program
  • 7% Got Jobs within 1 Year Post Completion of Master Program

Download the 2023/2024 employment report here for more information.

SOFT SKILL PROGRAM

Soft skills are the “secret key” of a well-managed workplace and a progressive career path. With the Soft Skills Program, we offer you the opportunity to develop the soft skills necessary for your personal and professional growth.

The personal growth program is optional and is structured as follows: 10 hours in total for 5 interactive and self-reflective courses on soft skills (the certificate will be provided upon completion of the program):

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Public Speaking for Business
  • Time, stress and self-management
  • Intercultural communication
  • Conflict, problem solving and negotiations

Occupational Pathways

The Occupational Pathways will help you develop the knowledge, market insights and tools that you need to pursue a successful career in a specific industry. You will benefit from valuable connections with top companies and recruiters.

Entrepreneurial Pathways

Are you planning to start up your own business or dreaming about becoming the fresh and innovative driving force within an organization? We will equip you with skills and knowledge to discover, test and improve your entrepreneurial skills, develop a business idea and finally launch your own business.

The master is particularly suitable for those who want to pursue a career in the following roles:

  • Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Strategic Director
  • Business Developer
  • Sales Manager
  • Entrepreneurship
  • HR Manager
  • Business Consultant
  • Project Manager
  • Business Operation Manager
  • Database Administrators
The salary of our students after the completion of our MBA increased by an average of 28.5%.

Flexible Learning Methodology

Adhering to the highest standards of teaching methodology provided by EFMD, the Master is taught through interactive lectures, case study analyses, exercises, discussions, teamwork exercises, video conferences, business analysis and sessions of student presentations. Students are encouraged to read and engage in discussions and debates.

The teaching methodology is based on learning by doing, with lecturers implementing a student-centered approach, getting students involved and providing activities that allow students to apply the knowledge acquired. The Online Methodology consists of live, interactive lectures, led and facilitated by professors. The programs are self-paced, as students take pre-master courses at their own speed and using self-assessment exercises. This practical, applicable methodology consists of synchronous and asynchronous activities.

 

Students are free to learn at their own pace and define personal learning paths based on their individual needs and interests, as well as the content provided, taking into account the deadlines for learning, evaluation and assessments.

The self-paced methodology is applied on the pre-master courses, which are based on pre-recorded interactive sessions led by the lecturer professor, with a PPT presentation, exercises, and self-assessment for each course. Students study the material at their own pace and do a self-assessment exercise to track their progress.

Our Flexible Learning Methodology Based on Online Model of Teaching

FACULTY CENTERED | Module Starts

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Learning guided by the Faculty

  • The Faculty encourage students to reflect on the content
  • Guides and interacts with students to learn and master content through interaction and debates
  • Helps students continuously practice and revise how they perform through assessment form

At the beginning of every module students will be introduced to the course, learn trough digital pills, Weekly Wraps ups and live course lectures.

TEAM CENTERED | Working with your colleagues

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Learning through collaborative learning

  • Collaborative learning is the educational approach of the model, using groups to enhance learning through working together.
  • Groups of at least two or more learners work together to solve problems, complete tasks, or learn new concepts.
  • The group learning helps students develop their higher-level thinking, oral communication, self-management and leadership skills.

Divided in teams, students will work together to a Case Study, trough synchronous and asynchronous activities, Class Forum and Lice Classes.

FACULTY CENTERED | Module Ends

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Learning guided by the professor

The Professor:

  • Creates assessment to measure students learning
  • Provides students with resources and materials for learning
  • Clarifies doubts
  • Evaluates the assessments and gives direct feedback

At the end of every module students will be guided by the professor thanks to Q&A Sessions with the professor and will present their assessment, based on the activity provided by the professor.

Admission Evaluation Process

A Thorough Selection Process: Qualification and Steps:

Rome Business School works hard to maintain the highest standard of quality in the programs we offer. That’s why, in order to ensure the eligibility of the candidates, all applicants must undergo and successfully pass a selection process structured as follows:

Candidates admitted to Rome Business School will be issued instructions on enrollment procedures. To enroll, accepted candidates have two options for paying their tuition fees:

  • Full tuition payment, for which the candidate receives an additional 10% discount on their tuition, after the application of any partial scholarship;
  • Minimum first installment, followed by monthly installments depending on the program and study format;
  • Professional and educational requirements: 2 years of working experience, a bachelor’s degree, and a fluent knowledge of English.

Admission Process

At Rome Business School we work hard to maintain the highest standard of quality in the programs we offer. That’s why, in order to ensure the eligibility of the candidates, all applicants must undergo and successfully pass a selection process structured as follows:

The admission process is aimed to verify the candidate’s eligibility to attend the Master. The candidate’s academic history, previous experiences in the topics covered in the Master and motivation will be matters of the evaluation. Once it’s sent, the application will be evaluated by the Rome Business School’s academic committee. In order to ensure the application’s suitability, it is important to deliver all of the required documentation.

Partial Scholarship and Tuition

Tuition Payment

  • 100% online participation:NGN5,975,200
  • On-campus participation:NGN6,714,400

Flexible Payment structure:

  • Start your program with NGN 1,500,000 and spread the balance within 6 months of interest-free instalments.
  • Single lump-sum payments attract and guarantee an additional 10% of the total tuition amount
  • Scholarship Availability: YES, see the top of the page for the prevailing Partial scholarship.

Partial Scholarships

Based on their personal profile, experience and proven motivation, the candidate may be awarded a partial scholarship to partially cover the participation fee. These partial economic hedges can consist of :

  1. Early Enrollment Incentive

Please Note: Competition for partial scholarships increases as the starting date approaches and funds are limited, so it is advisable to apply immediately to access the scholarship.

GET READY TO START

You now know that, if you are looking for top-quality advanced training in a particular business area, countless opportunities for skills development and testing yourself, ways to expand your professional network and make contact with elite professionals working in several business fields, we have exactly the program for you. From that point, it is all up to you! Your determination and willingness to learn and experience new ways of thinking are all you need to make the most of one of our programs and start making your way along the path towards success in your career.

Your future awaits.

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