Master of Business Administration - MBA
Executive Master of Business Administration - eMBA
An 18-month 90 ECTS Program, one of the best European MBAs with EU & US Accreditation.
LIUTEBM-SOIP and SSM Collaboration
Swiss School of Management is one of the best, highly ranked and fully accredited Business Schools and degree-granting HEI, which has institutional and program accreditation from both Europe and the USA. LIUTEBM University, Lusaka is one of the oldest and fully Accredited Universities of Zambia and the LIUTEBM School of International Programs-LIUTEBM SOIP is a well-known, highly recognised and trusted Online Educational Platform & facilitators in the African region. Because many African students are unable to pursue their dreams of overseas education, particularly from Europe and America, the LIUTEBM SOIP and SSM collaborated to facilitate SSM's MBA, DBA and PhD Programs to Zambians and to other African region students at an economical, subsidised and affordable fee plan through the LIUTEBM School of International Programs in addition to the other LIUTEBM University Programs. HEA-Zambia has permitted LIUTEBM University to facilitate enrolment in the SSM's fully online Programs.
The SSM's MBA Program
The Swiss School of Management’s 18-month, fully accredited Master of Business Administration Degree Program is designed to equip students with the tools and analytical framework required for a successful career. The interactive community of faculty and students in an international setting provides students with globally relevant materials on today’s ever-changing economy.
Accreditations & Recognitions
SSM’s Master of Business Administration Degree holds an institutional accreditation from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). DEAC is recognised as an Institutional Accrediting Agency by the U.S. Department of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). DEAC is a full member of INQAAHE, the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies. Further, the program is fully accredited by the International Accrediting Agency for Business Education (IACBE) in the USA. IACBE is a renowned Accreditation agency recognised by the CHEA-Council for Higher Education, USA. The US Department of Veterans Affairs also recognises the Master of Business Administration. The Swiss School of Management is quality-certified in Switzerland by EduQua. EduQua is the best-known and most widely used quality label for continuing education and training (CET) providers in Switzerland, owned and controlled by the Swiss Federation for Adult Learning SVEB. The SSM's MBA is also accredited in Europe by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority.
The Program
Throughout the MBA program, students will be immersed in the modules of Leadership, Business, Entrepreneurship, and Management Philosophies that can be applied to any management role across varied industries. This business school gives students hands-on, applicable experience leading groups and classroom discussions, which is essential in providing an interactive, dynamic, and effective program to students. It is conducted fully online via live classes, which can be attended from anywhere in the world.
The program features international lectures, optional corporate visits, visiting speakers, seminars, webinars, and workshops to help boost and enhance student learning. One of the Swiss School of Management’s goals is to start growing students’ networks immediately when their program starts.
MBA Module Structure
The Master of Business Administration Degree program comprises 15 modules subdivided into 12 core modules and a specialisation module comprising 3 modules. Submitting a final project/thesis or business plan to graduate is mandatory, accounting for one additional core module of 4 credits. Most modules are equivalent to 4 credit points and are assessed by an examination, assignment, or combination. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree is granted to participants with 90 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) or the equivalent of 45 US Semester Credit Hours.
Module Delivery
Each module must have a minimum of 34 front-class hours, another 30 hours of assignments, coursework, individual or group projects, and a minimum of two hours of final exams, as explained above.
Blended Method
The program is available in person or online through our blended study method. Every class session is live-streamed and recorded on our online platform, giving students the tools they need to succeed in their program.
Exit or Additional Award
At the Swiss School of Management, we recognise the diverse needs and circumstances of our MBA candidates. To provide greater flexibility and value, we offer an Exit or Additional Award option within the MBA program.
This pathway is designed for:
– Candidates who are unable to complete the full MBA program.
– MBA students who wish to earn an additional qualification alongside their degree.
By successfully completing 65 ECTS from the accredited MBA modules, students are eligible to receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership and Management.
Final Assessment Requirement
To be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma, students must:
– Successfully complete all selected modules totalling 65 ECTS.
– Undergo a final international assessment provided by Peregrine Global Services.
Upon successful completion of the assessment, students will be conferred the Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership and Management, a recognised qualification that reflects advanced knowledge and practical skills in leadership and management.
(Information sourced from the SSM official website)
