Executive MBA
Learn from top industry professionals how to max out your business skills. Embark on a personal development journey in an environment that will challenge you, open new horizons and give you the courage and the confidence to soar for new heights.
Total program fee
€25,900
Scholarship available
Duration
2 years
Start date
Nov 2026
Acreditation
Acreditation
In partership wirh
Maastricht University
About the EMBA
The part-time, 2-year, Executive MBA equips managers and entrepreneurs with a combination of soft and hard skills that will help them become better leaders. Our partner, Maastricht School of Management (MSM) is part of Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE).
SBE belongs to a select group of 1% of educational institutes worldwide with a Triple Crown accreditation by the international accrediting bodies AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA
MBA Statistics
86%
Team Leaders
50%
Top Management
47%
Women
53%
Men
38
Average Age
16
Years Experience
What can you expect from this EMBA
Work-Integrated Learning
A program designed for working professionals, featuring projects and assignments that deliver actionable solutions you can implement directly within your own organization.
Expert
Practitioners
Learn from a lineup of lecturers who have navigated the same paths as you. They bring years of localized expertise and hands-on experience from various industries.
High-Level Networking
Join a network of senior executives, managers, investors, and entrepreneurs across diverse industries who share your challenges and your drive for success.
Leadership From the Inside Out
A curated selection of courses designed to sharpen both your personal and professional skills, serving as a powerful catalyst for your long-term growth.
Program Content
Saturday and Sunday
BISM HQ
20 Months
Part-time
Physical presence
The 20-month part-time BISM Romania EMBA program provides state-of-the-art postgraduate education in business administration to mid-career professionals with the aim to advance their knowledge and practice of management and to train them to lead in a dynamic global business environment.
Intakes start once every year, in the autumn, with the next one beginning in November. Check our admission section for more details on applying for the program.
Economics for Managers
with Aad van Mourik
Accounting for Managers
with Laura Ipacs
Finance
with Joy Chan
Leadership & Organization Behaviour
with David Cass
Managing Cultural Diversity
with Giovanni Manchia
Global Corporate Strategy
with Sergiu Negut
Marketing in a Global Context
with Mihai Bonca
Global Supply Chain Management
with Ed Weenk
Change Management
with Mircea Țiplea
Entrepreneurship
with Andreas Antonopoulos
Decision-Making Tools
with Vincent Feltkamp
Research Methods
with Radu Atanasiu
Digital Transformation
with Vladimir Oane
Corporate Responsibility & Ethics
with Elisabeta Moraru
MBA Wrap Up
with Florin Ilie
Electives
Summer School in the Netherlands
Personalize your EMBA through Summer School electives at the Maastricht School of Management (UM). Explore global business topics and expand your network by collaborating with an international cohort.
Fees & Scholarships
An MBA is not about knowledge and is not about the degree.
It is a personal journey, a personal development experience.
This is our promise to you.
Financial discounts
Scholarships
Scholarships and discounts can accumulate up to a maximum of 4,000 EUR.
Are you a colleague or peer of BISM Executive MBA alumni?
Ask your friend for the €1,000 scholarship they can offer.
What do you gain from the BISM Executive MBA?
- Stronger management skills and a sharper leadership practice
- The tools to lead effectively across different contexts and markets
- A clear, integrated understanding of how a business functions as a whole
- Direct access to a network of investors, entrepreneurs, and senior professionals — and the opportunities that come with it
Admission Requirements
To apply for the programme, you need:
01 Bachelor’s degree when available
(minimum grade 8 out of 10 or equivalent)
(minimum grade 8 out of 10 or equivalent)
A bachelor’s diploma with a final average of 8 or above, or Bachelor with Honours (international equivalent). If your grade is close to the requirement, your profile may still be considered based on motivation or professional experience.
02 High school diploma (Bacalaureat or equivalent)
This is required for your academic file.
03 English language certificate — minimum B2
Accepted certificates include (but are not limited to):
- Cambridge B2 First
- IELTS 5.5–6.5
- TOEFL equivalent
- Duolingo English Test (minimum equivalent level)
If you do not have a certificate yet, our team can guide you through alternatives.
04 Motivation letter (template provided)
You will receive a clear template to follow.
This letter should highlight:
- Your goals
- Your interest in the programme
- Your career aspirations
- Why this master’s is the right fit for you
05 Interview in English
A short, friendly conversation designed to understand your motivation, communication skills, and potential. You do not need to “prepare for an exam” — the goal is to get to know you and ensure the programme aligns with your goals.
Need help with
your application?
Our admissions team is here to guide you through every step, from
choosing the right scholarship to preparing your documents.
The MBA Experience
Our alumni are an essential part of our school. They are our ambassadors and their work speaks volumes of what we, at BISM, stand for in the world. We feel very fortunate for all who have stayed involved with the school and for our partners, Maastricht School of Management (MSM) part of the School of Business and Economics (SBE) of Maastricht University (UM) for helping us deliver the program.
What our students say
Check out the testimonials
There was a moment in my professional life when I felt that whatever I knew and learned up to that point were insufficient to navigate the business needs of those times. Among MSM teachers were reputable Romanian business experts, working either on the entrepreneurial side or within large corporates. This is how I decided that MSM was right for me.
Magda Ropotan
P&C Leader | Supply Chain Operations IKEA Group Shanghai, RO6 Alumna
Evertoys would not have happen if I didn’t attend MSM. I wouldn’t have met my co-founders, I wouldn’t have met my first investors. I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to build such a solid network of friends and business contacts. The MBA gave me some structure and knowledge of how to manage the finances of a small company. The MSM EMBA gave the opportunity to start a business.
Tiberiu Popa
Co-Founder Evertoys, RO4 Alumnus
At the EMBA, we had a change of experience at a human and mental level. I felt a shift, a transformation to a new level of maturity for each of us. We exchanged ideas between us, not necessarily for the businesses we worked for, but more for our development. A lot of us have applied the things we’ve learned during the MBA in our roles. I actually applied my degree project in the company I was working for at that time.
Cristian Ioniță
Big Data Lead Vodafone, RO4 Alumnus
At the EMBA, we had a change of experience at a human and mental level. I felt a shift, a transformation to a new level of maturity for each of us. We exchanged ideas between us, not necessarily for the businesses we worked for, but more for our development. A lot of us have applied the things we’ve learned during the MBA in our roles. I actually applied my degree project in the company I was working for at that time.
Cristian Ioniță
Big Data Lead Vodafone, RO4 Alumnus
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FAQ
Can fees be paid in instalments?
Yes, the fee is to be paid in a maximum of 4 instalments.
When do courses take place?
Yes, the fee is to be paid in a maximum of 4 instalments.
Where do the classes take place?
Yes, the fee is to be paid in a maximum of 4 instalments.
How can I apply for the Executive MBA?
Yes, the fee is to be paid in a maximum of 4 instalments.
Do I need to know English to study the program?
Yes, the fee is to be paid in a maximum of 4 instalments.
What are the opportunities for those who finish the MBA?
Yes, the fee is to be paid in a maximum of 4 instalments.
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