Arcadia unveristy top ranked us part time mba in singapore
Oct 31, 2014
ARCADIA LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL MBA IN SINGAPORE ON CNBC
"The one-year program, taught in English and accredited in the United States as an affiliated program of Arcadia, provides students with the latest management decision-making tools and techniques to ensure business success," says Dr. Tony Muscia, Executive Director of the Arcadia University M.B.A. program
THE ARCADIA MBA – MBA WITH AN INTERNATIONAL PRESPECTIVES
Take this opportunity to join Singapore fastest growing MBA Program. The Arcadia MBA is an Accelerated Master program aims to equip business leaders and professionals with comprehensive set of skills and strategy that can be applied in real business situations. Delivered by top international faculty from across the world, this Top Ranked US MBA program aims to focuses on enhancing and strengthening management expertise of executives and professionals.
Completed over a 12 Months Part-time basis, the objective of this MBA Program is instant Return of Investment (ROI) - learn it on Saturday and apply it on Monday. The end result is an executive, who is a superior decision maker, and well prepared for senior management or international management
"The one-year program, taught in English and accredited in the United States as an affiliated program of Arcadia, provides students with the latest management decision-making tools and techniques to ensure business success," says Dr. Tony Muscia, Executive Director of the Arcadia University M.B.A. program
THE ARCADIA MBA – MBA WITH AN INTERNATIONAL PRESPECTIVES
Take this opportunity to join Singapore fastest growing MBA Program. The Arcadia MBA is an Accelerated Master program aims to equip business leaders and professionals with comprehensive set of skills and strategy that can be applied in real business situations. Delivered by top international faculty from across the world, this Top Ranked US MBA program aims to focuses on enhancing and strengthening management expertise of executives and professionals.
Completed over a 12 Months Part-time basis, the objective of this MBA Program is instant Return of Investment (ROI) - learn it on Saturday and apply it on Monday. The end result is an executive, who is a superior decision maker, and well prepared for senior management or international management
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THE ARCADIA MBA THE ARCADIA MBA 1 YEAR US MBA (Part Time)
This is your chance to secure an internationally recognized and accredited MBA degree from one of America’s Top
Ranked Universities in 12 months.
3 optional concentrations: Finance |Leadership |Entrepreneurship
Pennsylvania, United States of America
Founded in 1853, Arcadia University is a top-rankedUniversity in Pennsylvania (USA) and a national leader in study abroad and international education.
Arcadia University resides on a beautiful campus distinguished by historic buildings, including Grey Towers Castle, a U.S. National Historic landmark officially recognized by the United States government for its historical significance.
U.S. News & World Report 2011 rates Arcadia as a Tier 1 American University and ranks it amongst the Top 30 Master’s Universities in the North. It is lauded in several other categories such as having one of the Top Study Aboard programs in America, as a ‘Top-and Upcoming School’ and a ‘Great School at a Great Price.’
Pennsylvania, United States of America
Founded in 1853 – over 150 years of academic excellence
Top-ranked Tier 1 university located in Pennsylvania, USA
Resides on Grey Towers Castle, a Beautiful National Historic Landmark Recognized by United States government for its historical significance.
Liberal Arts Institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students with over 80 undergraduate and graduate programs
Accredited by Middle States & ACBSP , Hallmarks of an internationally recognized qualification
“Our vision for Arcadia University is both urgent and exhilarating.” - Lois Haber, Chair of Board of Trustees
USA is the World’s #1 destination for MBA students followed by UK, Canada, Australia and France – QS Top MBA Applicants Survey
Practical & Applications Oriented - Most American MBAs emphasize coursework/ team participation and focus on business strategy rather than dissertation.
Why an American MBA from Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is the Birthplace of MBA & World Leader in Graduate Education
““80% of the world’s MBA candidates would consider the USA as the #1 destination for MBA programs”
– QS World MBA Applicant Survey
Accolades & Rankings
2011#3 Up-and-coming schools (North)#29 Regional Universities (North)#29 ‘A+ options for B students’: Regional Universities (North)One of the programs to look for: Study Abroad
2010#2nd Up-and-coming schools (North)#30 Best Master's Universities (North)#30 ‘A+ Options : Master’s Universities (North)’One of the best Study Abroad programs in United States
20092nd among ‘Top Up-and-Coming Schools’15th among ‘Great Schools, Great Prices’25th among ‘Best Master’s Universities in the North’
Accolades & Rankings
“Best College Buy” for the 13th straight year
#1 in undergraduate participation in Study Abroad
One of the Best North-Eastern Colleges
Accolades & Rankings
International Accreditation
Arcadia University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, one of key regional accreditation agencies for higher education institutions recognised by the Singapore Civil Service Sector for employment
ACBSP is the premier accrediting association for business schools and programs with a focus on teaching excellence in the classroom while encouraging scholarly research.
Worldwide only 520 Business Schools have achieved the ACBSP Accreditation Status
Arcadia MBA program is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
The Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
International Accreditation
Singapore
5 cities. 1 MBA. 1 International Experience.5 cities. 1 MBA. 1 International Experience.
ParisParis
KualaKualaLumpurLumpur
Hong KongHong Kong
PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia
Acquisition of New Knowledge
Career opportunities, personal development and financial returnsThe Executive MBA Council show that 23% of students salaries increase (43% actually received the promotion!). 67% of students say the program greatly increased their ability to be promoted.
Networking (probably the most valuable and intangible outcome)
Gain insights from different perspectives
Personal challenge and achievement
Did you know?Did you know?
““As of 2008, there are As of 2008, there are more than 250,000 US more than 250,000 US MBA students enrolled MBA students enrolled and more than 100,000 and more than 100,000 US MBA degrees US MBA degrees awarded annually”awarded annually”
– Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) March 2010
Acquire new management techniques, strategic thinking, leadership, critical analysis of solutions to business challenges
Develop a totally diverse network of new friends, business associates and potential employers! – regionally, culturally and professionally
MBA faculty and course-mates offer different views & insights into different managerial styles, leadership approaches and business practices.
Test your personal and professional ability to deal with an academically challenging yet rewarding programme
Value of an America MBA?
12 months Part time : 10 Courses | 20 Executive weekends
3 Concentrations : Entrepreneurship | Leadership | Finance
Global Faculty : Taught by international faculty from USA, Europe and Asia
Case Studies & Applications Focus - on business strategy from an International Perspective
International Business Trip to meet Business Leaders of foreign companies, governments and institutions (optional)
Diverse Business Networks: Well attended by MNCs including Apple Inc., Honeywell, IBM, Panasonic, Hyatt International and Visa International
The Arcadia MBA Master of Business Administration with a Global Perspective
1. BA 530 Global Issues of Social Responsibility & Law2. BA 540 Multinational Marketing3. BA 560 Managing in the Global Workforce4. BA 580 Shareholder Value Management5. BA 600 Leadership for Effective Organizations6. BA 620 Managerial Economics7. BA 640 Operations and Technology8. BA 680 International Finance9. BA 670 International Business Experience10. BA 695 Global Strategic Management
The Arcadia General MBA syllabus comprises of 10 courses:
The Arcadia MBA Master of Business Administration with a Global Perspective
Finance specialisationBA 681 Securities AnalysisBA 682 Mergers and AcquisitionsBA 683 Investment Banking
Entrepreneurship specialisationBA 604 Global Organizational DevelopmentsBA 610 Entrepreneurship and InnovationBA 612 E-Commerce
Leadership specialisationBA 602 Power and PoliticsBA 603 Contemporary Issues in LeadershipBA 604 Global Organizational Development
Spend another 3 months to complete an additional 3 modules towards your preferred area of MBA business concentration.
The Arcadia MBA Master of Business Administration with a Global Perspective
Sat Sun Mon-Thurs Sat Sun
9am-5.30pm
9am-5.30pm
Revision Break
9am-5.30pm
9am-5.30pm
Executive Mode: 10 Courses in 12 months
Classes for each module are conducted over 2 consecutive weekends per
month
30 Face to Face contact hours
Taught by International Faculty
Online Support Via Arcadia E-Learning Platform
Incorporate 2 Weeks “MBA Refresher” Course”
The Arcadia MBA Master of Business Administration with a Global Perspective
A key attraction of the Arcadia MBA program is the choice of an optional 7 days international business travel experience for students to gain first-hand knowledge of the challenges of global businesses in either a developing or a developed economy.
Alternatively, students can complete this requirement through a onsite visit to companies and organisations based in Singapore.
The Arcadia MBA Master of Business Administration with a Global Perspective
Chief Executive, Singapore International Chamber of Commerce, Mr Phillip Overmyer sharing with Arcadia MBA students on the Economic Strategies of Singapore amidst the recent financial turmoil.
Jetstar Asia CEO, Ms Chong Kit Lian, sharing with Arcadia MBA students on her turnaround strategy on how to evolve her start up budget airline into a formidable regional player in the Aviation industry.
The Arcadia MBA
What I didn’t Learn in Business Schools : Real World Strategies
Sentosa Leisure Group - Divisional Director (Corporate Planning),, sharing with Arcadia students on how Sentosa has evolved from a laidback sleepy island resort into a vibrant and exciting world class tourist destination and its marketing and growth strategies
The Arcadia MBA
What I didn’t Learn in Business Schools : Real World Strategies
Executive Director, American Chamber of Commerce, Ms Laurel Deal sharing with the group on the ABCs of doing business in Singapore and the many areas of possible business opportunities for new investors coming into Singapore.
Edelman, Leading Global PR Agency sharing with the group on how social media has changed the traditional ways PR activities are implemented, its growing impact and implications for the future.
The Arcadia MBA
What I didn’t Learn in Business Schools : Real World Strategies
IBM Singapore, sharing experience their Global Talent Management Strategy including talent Management, Leadership succession planning and managerial assessment
The Arcadia MBA
What I didn’t Learn in Business Schools : Real World Strategies
The Arcadia MBA Distinguished Faculty
The Arcadia MBA Excellent Networking Opportunities ahead
The Arcadia MBA Excellent Networking Opportunities ahead
Adjunct Faculty from Asian Universities are also selected to provide a Asian Perspectives of the Education
The Arcadia MBA Excellent Networking Opportunities ahead
David Edwards has over 25 years of experience in the legal fraternity across both private and government agencies including British Military Government, British Foreign Office, Bechtel Group, London, UK Mission to United Nations, Washington DC. Mr Edwards holds a LLB from University of Bristol, UK and CMG of UK Service to HM Diplomatic Service where he was appointed the Justice of Peace HK. He currently serves as an adjunct faculty of Singapore Management University and on the panel of mediators, Singapore Mediation Centre. His area of specialisations includes Ethics, Corporate Governance, Business Law and Corporate Social Responsibility.
Adjunct Faculty from Asian Universities are also selected to provide a Asian Perspectives of the Education
The Arcadia MBA Distinguished Faculty
– An expert in entrepreneurship, strategy & international business
– More than 30 years of corporate experience in senior management positions
– Owned and operated several businesses– Consultant for the Arizona Small Business
Development Centre– Received several teaching excellence awards– Course Leader:
1. Global Strategic Management & 2. Int’l Business Experience
Professor Tony MusciaDBA (Nova South-Eastern)Executive Director, Arcadia's M.B.A.
Students will be assessed thru a combination of:
• Attendance & Class participation• Assignments, • Class Presentations• Quizzes• Group work• Examination
The appointed professor will inform the students at the commencement of class on the actual assessment methods that would be used for that specific course.
Different Faculties will adopt different teaching pedagogy and assessment preferences.
The Arcadia MBA Assessment Criteria's’
Average age: 35.8Average years of working experience: 9.5
Age:30 & below : 15%31 - 40 : 45%41 - 50 : 34%51 and above : 6%
Industries represented:Infocomm: 20%Engineering : 15%Sales/Marketing : 15%Manufacturing: 10%Education / Training : 10%Accounting/Finance : 5%Human Resource: 5%Hospitality : 5%Telecom: 5%Shipping / SCM: 5%Life Sciences: 5%
The Arcadia MBA Singapore Excellent Networking Opportunities ahead
Executive Asst Manager - Hotel Hyatt Singapore
Sales & Marketing Director - Oriental Group Marketing
Managing Director - United Graphics Pte Ltd
HR Director - HeidelberyCement AsiaDirector - PRIME Security Services
Executive Director - Actuated Associates Pte Ltd
Director - Portman Institute of Technology
Asst Director - Aventis School of Management
Vice President, Int’l CNA Sales - Mediacorp
Head of Navigation & GIS - AGIS
Executive Director - Totex International Ltd
Director , Manufacturing - Affymetrix Pte Ltd
Asst Vice President , Software – ECS Computers
Senior Manager - SE Ship Management
General Manager – Panasonic Factory Solutions
Vice President – CIMB Bank
The Arcadia MBA Singapore Excellent Networking Opportunities ahead
Area Training Manager - Intuitive Surgical
IT Consultant - IBM Singapore
Product Manager – Singapore Telecoms Ltd
Software Engineer - Ogilvy & Mather
Premier Field Engineer - Microsoft Singapore
Product Specialist - Apple Operations Europe
Account Sales Manager - Honeywell
Senior Information Security Analyst - Visa Inc
Operations Manager - LAL Offshore Marine
HR & Finance Manager - ISS Group Asia
IT Project Manager - Hewlett Packard Singapore
Regional Sales Manager - ERICO Ltd
Regional Sales Manager – SiemensRegional Product Manager – Robert Bosch
Pricing Analyst – John Deere
The Arcadia MBA Singapore Excellent Networking Opportunities ahead
The Arcadia MBA The Arcadia MBA What Our Alumni Says ..
“The value of the course offering has changed my life and build my confidence in the business world. I highly recommend the Arcadia IMBA to anyone who wish to experience a tour to a great learning, knowledge sharing and ultimate wisdom.”
Kris Kwek Vice President, Software Solutions Division
ECS Computers (Asia) Ltd
“The flexibility offered by selected weekend classes, the practicality of the modules combined with the mind-stimulating interaction among peers made this a most ideal programme for frequent business travellers and anyone who seeks a perfect work-life balance between work, studies and family.”
Ling SKGeneral Manager
Panasonic Singapore
The Arcadia MBA The Arcadia MBA
“The Arcadia MBA has given me great insights into the business world with the opportunity to learn from distinguished professors. They provide a wide understanding of the subject matters and are able to apply the concepts in the current market situations. The time spent on this course is worth every minute of it.”Jason LimRegional Sales ManagerERICO Limited
“The most enriching parts are when professors share their industry experiences, engaging the class through real life examples, situations and issues. That’s when the ‘out of classroom’ experiences are most deeply rooted and come in handy.”Renny LeeManaging DirectorUnited Graphixs (Pte) Ltd
What Our Alumni Says ..
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The Arcadia MBA Same Degree as conferred on Campus
Graduates will be conferred with the same degree awarded on-campus in Arcadia University, Pennsylvania, United States of America.
The Arcadia MBA Internationally Recognized Qualification
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a recommended GPA of at least 3.0 plus
Minimum 3 years of professional/managerial experience.
Personal Statement of Intent 2 letter of references Detailed Professional Curriculum vitae
Note: “Candidates that do not fulfill any of the above requirements could be consider on a case-to-case basis for “Conditional Admission” subjected to approval by the Executive Director of the MBA program
The Arcadia MBA Admission Criteria
1 year - 20 executive weekends1 year - 20 executive weekends
100% taught by international faculty100% taught by international faculty
100% Coursework100% Coursework
No dissertation requiredNo dissertation required
1 Int’l Business Experience1 Int’l Business Experience
1 module at any time1 module at any time
Incorporates Executive Cert BAIncorporates Executive Cert BA
The Arcadia MBA Singapore Excellent Networking Opportunities ahead
Test Drive Our Programs
The hallmark of a quality education lies in the quality of the faculty and the profiles of the participants. At Baruch, we firmly believe that the only way to determine the quality of our education is to “Experience it”.
We take pride in our programs and encourage you to “Test-Drive” our program at absolutely no cost. You are welcome to join our classes and interact with our students, exchange ideas with our faculty and most importantly experience the quality of our education experience before making the decision.
Contact our Professional Consultant @ 6720 3333| [email protected] for an appointment
Scholarship Grants is available for Eligible Candidates
For more information
Program ManagerMs Raelene Koh : [email protected]
Program DirectorMr Stanley Soh: [email protected]
Aventis School of Management is a leading Graduate School which is an affiliated member of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) and European Council for Business Education (ECBE). Unlike most business schools which rely heavily on academic research, Aventis’s rich industrial heritage sets it distinctively apart through its unwavering commitment towards delivering practical driven curriculum.
Through its close collaboration with professional bodies including the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM UK) and American Association for Financial Management (AAFM). Aventis qualifications are industry driven and recognized by professional bodies internationally. Aventis serves as the locus for professionals and leaders to share; explore and exchange real life solutions to business challenges. Every year, business leaders from across the world gathered at Aventis to share and exchange business knowledge and experiences.
Aventis School of Management – Shaping Global Leaders
One of the only 5 business schools in Singapore that is registered with European Foundation for Management Development.
An institutional member of the European Council for Business Education.
A full member of the Prestigious Executive MBA Council of over 250 top business schools across the world such as INSEAD, Babson College, UCLA, UCBE, Cornell, Helsinki School of Economics, NUS and NYU.
An accredited Study Centre of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK.
An academic participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UN-GC), the world’s largest corporate social initiatives
A registered Business School members of the American Academy of Financial Management (AAFM)
Memberships & Accreditations
Established in Singapore since 2006, Aventis is registered with the Council for Private Education (CPE), Ministry of Education Singapore. As a Leading Institute of Higher Learning, Aventis trains over 2,000 students and participants annually in its suite of Executive
Masters, MBA, Graduate Diploma and Professional Certifications programs
Registered with the Council for Private Education & Ministry of Education Singapore
• Master of Business Administration
• EMSC Finance
• EMSC Marketing (International Business)
• EMSC HR & Global Leadership
• EMSC Psychology (I/O)
• EMSC Info Systems & Bus Computing
EXECUTIVE MASTER PROGRAMSAs the Leading Graduate School in Singapore, Aventis trains over 500 PMETs and Business Leaders in our suite of Graduate programs annually
• Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration
• CIM Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
• Graduate Diploma in Finance & Investment
• Graduate Diploma in Accounting & Finance
• Graduate Diploma in Portfolio & Investment Strategy
• Graduate Diploma in Social Psychology & Counseling
• Graduate Diploma in Training & Development
• Graduate Diploma in Counter-Terrorism & Security
Management
GRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMSAs the Leading Graduate School in Singapore, Aventis offers a suite of over 15 Graduate Diplomas programs across 7 Disciplines
Executive Education Programs
Corporate Training & Conferences
Aventis organizes over 60 seminars, workshops, in house corporate training and
conferences annually , reaching out to over 2,000 PMETs and Business Leaders
We facilitate connections between students, corporate recruiters and alumni.
Staffed by a team of experienced professionals, our key goal is to help students tap a wide array of resources and opportunities ensure that they secure the relevant information, advice and guidance to make the right connections.
Our career services includes
• Career Coaching • One to one Counseling • Career & Industry talk • Mentoring program • Executive Search• Business Consulting Opportunities
Aventis Career Advisory & Executive Coaching for PMETs
Executive Placement Program
International Placement Opportunities
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