MBA programs are the pinnacle of business education, providing a comprehensive skill set that no single seminar or course can match. But how can you gauge the quality of a specific MBA program? To answer this, we've listed core competencies that an MBA graduate must possess, using EMAS Business School as an example.

What Do You Learn in an MBA Program?

Business Management Skills:

  1. Crisis Management: Navigate and prevent crises.
  2. Market Analysis: Identify profitable niches and position the company.
  3. Product Development: Launch new products successfully.
  4. Financial Accounting: Establish robust financial systems and pricing strategies.
  5. Sales Management: Optimize sales with limited resources.
  6. Marketing Strategy: Develop effective marketing strategies and master brand management.
  7. Project Management: Implement project management techniques across various industries.
  8. Business Intelligence (BI): Use BI tools for informed decision-making in all business areas.
  9. Goal Setting: Cascade goals from company level to individual employees.
  10. Legal Literacy: Navigate business legislation effectively.
  11. HR Systems: Organize and manage HR systems tailored to business needs.
  12. Production Management: Administer advanced production systems like TOC, lean manufacturing, and QRM.
  13. Business Models: Create efficient business models that outperform competitors.

Personal Performance Skills:

  1. Leadership: Choose and apply appropriate leadership styles and approaches. 
  2. Time Management: Maximize productivity with personal performance and time management techniques. 
  3. Public Speaking: Master public speaking for effective communication. 
  4. Personal Branding: Develop and promote your personal brand to enhance market value. 
  5. Strategic Thinking: Shift from tactical to strategic thinking for a comprehensive business view. 
  6. Resilience: Overcome challenges and rely on yourself as a key resource.

Why These MBA Skills Are Essential

Graduating from an MBA program like the one at EMAS equips students with the skills needed to excel in business administration. These skills are in high demand and essential for career development and business success. Whether you're learning soft skills, key management techniques, or developing a strategic mindset, these competencies ensure that MBA graduates are well-prepared to meet the challenges of the modern business world.

Explore the EMAS Executive MBA program to gain these top skills and more, setting yourself up for success in your business career.

Andrei Kolyada, Rector of EMAS