Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Build the strategic, digital, and leadership skills that today’s organisations demand — fully online, accredited, and with 9 industry specialisations to match your ambitions.
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Why Choose the MBA at EIM?
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the European Institute of Management (EIM) is an 18-month online programme, accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). Across 90 ECTS, you develop expertise in digital business strategy, AI for business, leadership, and applied research — guided by Oxbridge-style tutorials in small groups.
Nine industry specialisations let you tailor the programme to your sector, from Financial Services and Health Care to Renewable Energy. Whether you’re preparing for a management role or launching your own venture, the MBA gives you both breadth and depth.
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Who Will Benefit from This Programme?
The MBA is built for professionals at the beginning or mid-point of their career who want to move into management, consulting, or entrepreneurship. If you hold a Bachelor’s degree — or bring at least five years of professional experience with a Level 5 qualification — you have the foundation to succeed.
Flexible online delivery means you don’t have to pause your career. Enrol in the first module to see how the programme fits your life before committing to the full course.
Strategy Meets Specialisation.
Knowledge Meets Impact.
EIM’s MBA graduates combine broad management expertise with deep industry knowledge
— equipped to lead in a digital, globalised economy.
Career Impact
From MBA to Management, Consulting, or Entrepreneurship
The MBA positions you for roles as Business Analyst, Manager, Consultant, or Entrepreneur — across sectors like Finance, Marketing, Operations, and Digital Transformation. Your chosen industry specialisation sharpens that focus further, whether in Health Care, Telecommunications, or any of the nine available tracks.
Programme fees
Programme fees are EUR 200 per ECTS credit plus EUR 3,000 admission (expected total: EUR 21,000). Flexible payment plans and scholarship support are available — contact admission@eim.education for details.
Entry Requirements
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EQF Level 6 qualifications Bachelor degree programme
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A minimum of 1 year of professional experience
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Proficient working level of English in understanding and speaking, reading and writing
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Basic digital competencies to work with the institutions´ digital learning platform
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Excellent personal motivation
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Excellent team work
Applicants that do not comply with indicated requirements can request for a of Recognition of Prior Learning.
In case you are still enrolled somewhere else, we offer you to recognize those ECTS that were earned already. Any work experience? Something we should talk about!
MBA Specialization
MBA in Agribusiness Management
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MBA in Financial Services
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MBA in Health Care Management
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MBA in Logistics and Mobility Management
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MBA in Manufacturing Management
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MBA in Professional Services and SME Management
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MBA in Renewable Energy Management
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MBA in Telecommunications Management
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MBA in Tourism and Hospitality
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Frequently Asked Questions
To enrol in the Master of Business Administration at the European Institute of Management (EIM), you need a relevant EQF Level 6 degree. Alternatively, applicants with an EQF Level 5 qualification can be admitted if they have at least five years of professional experience and a portfolio demonstrating appropriate writing and analytical skills. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL/APEL) is also possible. All applicants need professional-level English (CEFR B2) and basic digital skills.
The MBA takes 18 months full-time or up to 36 months part-time. The programme consists of 12 core modules (5 ECTS each), one industry specialisation module (10 ECTS), and a final master project (20 ECTS) — totalling 90 ECTS across three structured phases: Launching, Deepening, and Specialising.
EIM offers nine industry specialisations within the MBA: Professional Services & SME Management, Financial Services Management, Manufacturing Management, Telecommunications Management, Logistics & Mobility Management, Agribusiness Management, Tourism & Hospitality Management, Health Care Management, and Renewable Energy Management. Each specialisation runs as a dedicated 10-ECTS module in months 13–14 (full-time).
The MBA prepares you for positions as Business Analyst, Manager, Consultant, or Entrepreneur in fields such as General Management, Business Development, Marketing, Finance, Business Informatics, and Digital Transformation. Your chosen industry specialisation — from Financial Services to Renewable Energy — further sharpens your profile for specific sectors.
Absolutely. The programme is delivered fully online with Oxbridge-style tutorials and asynchronous elements. Both full-time and part-time tracks are available, and flexible scheduling makes it possible to balance your MBA with your professional career. Most of our MBA students are working professionals.
Yes. The Master of Business Administration is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) at MQF/EQF Level 7, the highest Master’s level of the European Qualifications Framework.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
| Requirement/Headline | Content |
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| Name of the Educational Programme | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
| Exit Qualifications |
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| Accredited Status of the Programme | Approved Higher Education Programme by MFHEA |
| MQF / EQF level | 7 |
| Type of Programme | Qualification |
| Mode of Delivery | Online |
| Requirement/Headline | Content |
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| Name of the Educational Programme | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
| Exit Qualifications |
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| Accredited Status of the Programme | Approved Higher Education Programme by MFHEA |
| MQF / EQF level | 7 |
| Type of Programme | Qualification |
| Mode of Delivery | Online |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) – total learning hours | |
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| Hours of Total Learning for the whole MBA programme |
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| Hours of total learning for Module 1–12 |
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| Hours of total learning for Module 13.1.–13.9. |
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| Hours of total learning for Module 14 |
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| Qualification | ECTS |
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| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 90 |
| Mode of Attendance | Full-Time and Part-Time |
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| Programme Duration | 18 months (full-time), 36 months (part-time) |
| Target Group | The target group consists of professionals at the beginning of their career who seek to enhance their professional competence levels and want to access new professional employment positions including but not limited to Business Analyst, Manager, Consultant or who want to become an Entrepreneur. |
| Language of Instruction | English |
- A relevant MQF/EQF Level 6 degree
- An MQF/EQF Level 5 full qualification,
- AND a portfolio evidencing appropriate writing and analytical skills to ensure that the prospective candidate can fully and meaningfully participate in the course,
- and work experience at professional and/or executive level for at least five years,
- or a portfolio of prior learning including training, education and professional experience approved on the basis of the EIM policy of Recognition and Accreditation of Prior Learning, Accreditation of Experiential Learning (APEL),
- and Recognition of Accredited Prior Learning (RAPL or RAPEL) according to the RPL policy.
- Examples are:
- A candidate has already earned five ECs on the MQF / EQF Level 7 at another institution (RAPL or RAPEL);
- A candidate has participated in corporate training and mentorship without earning credit (APL);
- A candidate has successfully founded and developed a start-up firm (APEL).
- In addition, all applicants are to have a: Professional level English skills on the CEFR level B2; Basic digital skills.
Full-Time:
| Month | Module | ECTS |
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| Phase 1: Launching | ||
| Month 1 | 1. Digital and Sustainable Business Strategies | 5 |
| Month 2 | 2. Leadership for a Sustainable World | 5 |
| Month 3 | 3. Applied Research Methods and Data Science | 5 |
| Month 4 | 4. Digital Marketing | 5 |
| Month 5 | 5. Finance for Decision Makers | 5 |
| Month 6 | 6. Organisational Psychology and Human Resources Management | 5 |
| Total ECTS – Launching | 30 | |
| Phase 2: Deepening | ||
| Month 7 | 7. Entrepreneurship and Disruptive Innovation | 5 |
| Month 8 | 8. Operations and Business Intelligence | 5 |
| Month 9 | 9. Global Network Strategies and Ecosystems | 5 |
| Month 10 | 10. Leadership in a Networked World | 5 |
| Month 11 | 11. Business Informatics for the Digital Economy | 5 |
| Month 12 | 12. Artificial Intelligence for Business | 5 |
| Total ECTS – Deepening Phase | 30 | |
| Phase 3: Specialising | ||
| Month 13–14 | 13.1. Professional Services and SME Management | 10 |
| 13.2. Financial Services Management | 10 | |
| 13.3. Manufacturing Management | 10 | |
| 13.4. Telecommunication Management | 10 | |
| 13.5. Logistics and Transportation Management | 10 | |
| 13.6. Agribusiness Management | 10 | |
| 13.7. Tourism and Hospitality Management | 10 | |
| 13.8. Health Care Management | 10 | |
| 13.9. Renewable Energy Management | 10 | |
| Month 15–18 | 14. Final Master Project | 20 |
| Total ECTS – Specialisation Phase | 30 | |
| Total ECTS – MBA programme | 90 |
Part-Time:
| Month | Module | ECTS |
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| Phase 1: Launching | ||
| Month 1–2 | 1. Digital and Sustainable Business Strategies | 5 |
| Month 3–4 | 2. Leadership for a Sustainable World | 5 |
| Month 5–6 | 3. Applied Research Methods and Data Science | 5 |
| Month 7–8 | 4. Digital Marketing | 5 |
| Month 9–10 | 5. Finance for Decision Makers | 5 |
| Month 11–12 | 6. Organisational Psychology and Human Resources Management | 5 |
| Total ECTS – Launching | 30 | |
| Phase 2: Deepening | ||
| Month 13–14 | 7. Entrepreneurship and Disruptive Innovation | 5 |
| Month 15–16 | 8. Operations and Business Intelligence | 5 |
| Month 17–18 | 9. Global Network Strategies and Ecosystems | 5 |
| Month 19–20 | 10. Leadership in a Networked World | 5 |
| Month 21–22 | 11. Business Informatics for the Digital Economy | 5 |
| Month 23–24 | 12. Artificial Intelligence for Business | 5 |
| Total ECTS – Deepening Phase | 30 | |
| Phase 3: Specialising | ||
| Month 25–28 | 13.1. Professional Services and SME Management | 10 |
| 13.2. Financial Services Management | 10 | |
| 13.3. Manufacturing Management | 10 | |
| 13.4. Telecommunication Management | 10 | |
| 13.5. Logistics and Transportation Management | 10 | |
| 13.6. Agribusiness Management | 10 | |
| 13.7. Tourism and Hospitality Management | 10 | |
| 13.8. Health Care Management | 10 | |
| 13.9. Renewable Energy Management | 10 | |
| Month 29–36 | 14. Final Master Project | 20 |
| Total ECTS – Specialisation Phase | 30 | |
| Total ECTS – MBA programme | 90 |
| Qualification | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
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Teaching and Learning Procedures
EIM uses an appropriate mix of teaching and learning methods that allow learners with different learning styles and abilities to successfully complete our degree courses. The didactic approach is based on an Oxbridge-style tutorial teaching and learning approach which is highly fit for interactive and student-centred learning that promotes active participation of students and a personal learning experience.
Assessment Procedures
The program has a varied range of learning activities embedded within the content for each module. The assessment of the study performance includes a combination of feedforward by lecturers and peers on partial works developed for each tutorial and a final examination. The chosen examination format for each module is aligned with the specific learning outcomes of this module.
The assessments are based on the combined evaluation of partial works delivered for each tutorial and of the final examination. All assessments are corroborated by a second qualified lecturer or coach. To secure originality of the case study developed, the final assessment includes an oral presentation component where students present their final case study.
- Distinction (80–100%)
- Merit (65–79%)
- Pass (50–64%)
- Fail (0–49%)
- 2023: 100%
- 2024: 100%
- 2025: 100%
90% finish within the standard study period.
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Business Analyst, Manager, Consultant or Entrepreneur in the fields of:
- General Management
- Business Development and Operations
- Marketing
- Finance
- Business Informatics
These positions can be taken in different business sectors depending on the chosen specialisation of:
- Professional Services and SME Management
- Financial Services Management
- Manufacturing Management
- Logistics & Transport Management
- Telecommunications Management
- Agribusiness Management
- Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Health Care Management
- Renewable Energy Management
The programme does not lead to a warranted profession or regulated occupation.
The program fees below refer to the 2026/2027 academic year unless otherwise stated. Program fees are calculated per credit taught. Program fees are subject to annual inflation so the total cost are shown here as a guide. EIM will apply the program fees at the time of the payment.
Number of Credits (ECTS): 90
Program Fees per Credit (ECTS): EUR 200
Admission Fees: EUR 3,000
Total Program Fees: EUR 21,000
Pay your program fees
You can choose to pay your program fees in full at the start of your first term or in instalments at the start of each term. Additional fees may apply for different payment terms, currencies, and methods.
Other fees
The program fees cover the course delivery and the learning material. Other fees may apply for additional services (e.g., fees for RPL applications, resitting an assessment, repeating a module, or additional tutoring etc.).
Get funding for your program
EIM offers support to get access to different funding options like for example scholarships.
Please note: Program fees shown on our website are net of any local VAT, Goods and Services Tax (GST) or any other sales tax payable by the student in their country of residence. Where EIM is required to add VAT, GST or any other sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the fees shown during the payment process. For students resident in Malta, our program fees are exempt from VAT.