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Graduate MBA Program BEST BUSINESS SCHOOL IN EASTERN EUROPE Dedicated to Quality In 2013, the Zagreb School of Economics and Management became the first AACSB accredited business school2 in Croatia! a message from the deans A Message from the Deans Dear Friends, The importance of having a proper business education in these trying economic times cannot be overstated. As organizations grow, develop, and operate across borders, they require a workforce that is internationally mobile, able to adapt to rapidly changing market circumstances, and represent ca- pable and responsible global citizens. Even if you don’t have a background in business administration or economics, an MBA can mean the difference between advancing within an organization and not. The Zagreb School of Economics and Management, Croatia’s leading business school according to Eduniversal’s global ranking, can give you the education you need to make that decisive step forward in your career. Our Graduate Program includes nine different specializations to choose from and a General MBA program, it is taught by a combination of Croatian and foreign professors and experts, and uses advanced teaching methods such as computer simulations. Our outstanding student to professor ratio guarantees a personal approach to your education, where every professor knows your name and is attuned to your weaknesses and strengths. Our MBA program has also received international recognition for its quality, as our Management, Marketing, Management of Information Systems, Finance and Banking, Accounting, Auditing and Taxes specializations were all listed in Eduniversal’s top ten lists for Eastern Europe. In this ranking, our Human Resource Management was named the top specialization of its kind for Eastern Europe, and our Quantitative Finance specialization was named as one of the 100 best in the world for the second consecutive year. ZSEM can also offer you a truly international educational experience, as you can spend a semester at more than 100 of our partner universities and institutions, for no additional tuition cost. Our Career Center can provide you with counseling on how to nurture your career after you graduate, and will provide assistance whenever you need it. Thanks in part to our Career Center, 73% of our undergraduate students find employment within four months of graduation. Thank you for considering the Zagreb School of Economics and Management for your graduate education. If you have any further questions about our programs or the services we offer, feel free to contact our friendly staff. Maja Martinović, PhD Associate Dean, Graduate MBA Program Đuro Njavro, PhD Dean 3 About ZSEM The Zagreb School of Economics and Management is Croatia’s best business school according to Eduniversal’s global ranking. For more than ten years, ZSEM has been educating Croatia’s future economic and business experts, and has become a center for thought and discussion on contemporary economic and business issues in Croatia. With more than 1100 undergraduate students, over 150 graduate students, and more than 1800 alumni, ZSEM’s community is continuously growing. Every major cor- poration and institution in Croatia has employed ZSEM graduates, while our alumni have also made their mark on society by becoming entrepreneurs and researchers. Located in Zagreb’s beautiful Jordanovac neighborhood, ZSEM’s picturesque campus offers all the amenities stu- dents need: multiple computer labs, a well-stocked library, comfortable lecture halls, a canteen, Wi-Fi network, and much more. ZSEM’s faculty includes renowned professors, researchers, and experts from around the world. Often, our profes- sors are featured in Croatia’s national media, and many lecturers hold senior posts in Croatia’s top corporations and public institutions (Croatian National Bank, Croatian Telecom, Ericsson Nikola Tesla, etc.). With more than 100 partner universities all over the world, many ZSEM students, including our graduate students, spend a semester abroad without paying additional tuition fees. Also, ZSEM welcomes more and more international exchange students every year, and hosts an annual Inter- national Summer School. In 2013, ZSEM became the first AACSB accredited busi- ness school in Croatia, thus joining the elite group of 5% of the world’s business schools that hold this prestigious accreditation. The mission of ZSEM is to transfer values, knowledge, and skills that students need for long-term success in a globalized business world undergoing constant technological and market transformations. 4 graduate mba program About ZSEM’s Graduate MBA Program The Zagreb School of Economics and Management offers a Master’s level degree in general man- agement – General MBA and a Master’s level degree in specialized programs. With nine different specializations, as an aspiring business professional you will be able to find a specialization that provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in your particular context. Specializations offered include: • Management • Marketing • Finance and Banking • Accounting, Auditing, and Taxes • Human Resource Management • Quantitative Finance • Management of Information Systems • Finance and Accounting • Supply Chain Management Specialized MBA programs last for one year, and are aimed at providing in-depth knowledge in each area of study. Not only are classes conducted by some of Croatia’s foremost experts in business administration, but we have assembled an international faculty consisting of professors from Ross Business School at the University of Michigan, St. Ambrose University, John Carroll University, St. Gallen University, and others. Our programs are designed for maximum flexibility, as all of our classes take place during the after- noon or on weekends, helping you balance your work obligations, education, and personal life. Also, if you wish to spend a semester abroad on international exchange, you can do so at one of over 100 partner universities and institutions for no additional tuition cost. In Eduniversal’s most recent ranking of MBA specializations and master programs, ZSEM’s MBA programs in Management, Marketing, Finance and Banking, Accounting, Auditing and Taxes, and Management of Information Systems were all included in top 10 lists for Eastern Europe, while our Human Resource Management specialization was declared the best of its kind in Eastern Europe! Also, our Quantitative Finance specialization was included in Eduniversal’s global top 100 MBA specializations in its category. Our General MBA program is aimed at acquiring an interdisciplinary education that combines courses from other MBA specializations. Providing courses from our Management, Marketing, Finance and Banking, and Accounting, Auditing and Taxes specializations, graduates of our General MBA will acquire knowledge and skills in a broad area of business administration. Best Business School in SE Europe: HRM specialization was 5 declared the best in Eastern Europe. www.eduniversal-ranking.com Learning Methods Adapted to You At the Zagreb School of Economics and Management we pride ourselves on providing a personal approach to our student’s education, along with the most modern educational tools, techniques, and methods. Our students always work in small study groups, where they can communicate directly with their professors and colleagues, and where lectures can be highly interactive and dynamic. We aim to provide a bridge between theory and practice; our intensive use of computer simulations and the case study method develops our students’ critical thinking and analytical skills. Business theory isn’t very useful if one doesn’t know how to apply it in practice – and that’s what these methods accomplish. The simulations utilized – Capstone, Markstrat, and HRManagement – put students in the role of a virtual manager that must make business decisions in marketing, finances, recruiting, product development, and in other areas. By analyzing the outcome of their decisions, students learn how to utilize theory to adapt to changing market dynamics. Our MBA students are also required to work on group and individual projects, developing their teamwork skills, as well as their oral and written communication talents. Each specialization consists of obligatory coursework and a graduate thesis. Students also have the option of taking specialized elective courses, as well as courses offered by other graduate specializations at ZSEM. Our program is perfectly suited to both recently graduated students and employed professionals that are keen on developing their abilities and advancing within their organizations. ZSEM’s Graduate MBA Program will help you: • Plan and act more effectively in business circumstances, and help you grow as a leader and manager. • Develop your competitive advantages in order to successfully compete in the demanding international labor market. • Develop a wide range of skills, as well as specialized and applicable business knowledge. • Open up new possibilities for employment, even during your time in the program. • Earn valuable experience by working on international business cases and diverse projects. Our program is perfectly suited to both recently graduated undergraduate stu- dents and employed professionals that are keen on developing their abilities and advancing within their organizations. 6 additional services Additional Services that Add Value Career Center The Zagreb School of Economics and Management offers all its students and alumni the services of its Career Center,