Outline of Presentation

2. Outline of Presentation • Introduction and Background • Programme Content • Programme Schedule • Admission Criteria • Fees • Participating Organisations • Accreditation • Contact Details

3. Introduction & Background • The role of Higher Education institutions and Research organisations is changing. There are increasing demands from various educational developments, such as the Bologna and the Lisbon Declarations, and pressures from greater regional co-operation and technological advances. • Institutions are having to become more autonomous in identifying, developing and implementing their own strategies, with decreasing importance of central government control. • These developments are apparent across Europe, and management teams within the higher education system and research institutions need to keep pace with and reach beyond the rate of change.

4. Introduction & Background • Outstanding management is a key factor in the successful transition and further development of European Higher Education institutions and research organisations. • To complement the changing demands on personnel who work within this sector, we have developed a truly European MBA in Higher Education and Research Management. The Programme recognises the fundamental differences within the European Higher Education system, but also builds on the generic challenges found within it.  • The MBA in Higher Education Management will attract students from different backgrounds, including executives working within European Higher Education institutions and junior professionals looking to extend their career into the international market.

5. Introduction & Background • This Executive MBA is being co-ordinated by the European Centre for Strategic Management of Universities (ESMU) in conjunction with the following leading European Higher Education providers:  •  the Institute of Education (University of London), •  the Graduate School of International Management (Universiteit van Maastricht), • the Zentrum fuer Wissenschaftsmanagement and the Deutsche Hochschule fuer Verwaltungswissenschaften, Speyer • The MBA follows the European rules on the structure of MBA programmes (EQUAL) and will result in a joint degree from two of the participating organisations – the Institute of Education in London and GSIM at the Universiteit van Maastricht.

6. Programme Content • The programme is designed to complement the busy working lives of higher education personnel. It is an Executive MBA, whereby the core compulsory modules are taught in one-week residential blocks, taken over a 2-year period. During the residential weeks short elective courses will be added. Also, the weeks will be used to further develop professional skills. • This will allow you to complete the MBA whilst remaining employed. Building on the core elements, there are 4 courses (via the internet) and a project. • The MBA follows the European rules on the structure of MBA programmes (EQUAL) and will result in a joint degree from two of the participating organisations – the Institute of Education in London and GSIM at the Universiteit van Maastricht. 

7. Programme Content • The compulsory modules are: •   Strategic management and organisational change •   Financial management and resources •   Management of teaching and research • The development of the European higher education and research area  • Institutional governance and marketing •   Leadership, management of professionals and innovation. • The residential courses are complemented by tutorial support via email, internet support and independent study. Each student is allocated a personal tutor who will take responsibility for individual’s support and coaching

8. Programme Schedule • The MBA in Higher Education Management is a 2-year programme, comprising 6 residential sessions and independent study.  • The start date of this new programme is September 2005. • Students will work in a European environment enriched by international contributions from faculty and students. • The curriculum is a mix of classroom based and independent study, with a mixture of theory and practice. • Students travel to the agreed locations for the scheduled modules. Assistance with accommodation can be obtained from the Programme Secretariat. • The Programme will be taught entirely in English. Students will be pan-European and as a result communication is vital to this programme.

9. Programme Content • Access to the internet is a priority. A Visual Learning Environment (VLE) works alongside the face-to-face, residential elements of the programmes. There will be obvious opportunities to build strong European networks through the VLE which will be supported by the residential modules. •  The emphasis throughout the programme is on theoretical learning integrated with the realities of practical management. Faculty members are a mix of academic experts and senior practitioners in the relevant modular field.

10. Course Assessment • Each module is assessed by means of a written assignment and by periodic presentations made by syndicate groups. • The length of the assignments will depend on the size of the module. • Additionally, a consultancy project is undertaken on a practical topical issue towards the end of the final year. • This project will culminate in a 10,000-word report. • A generic method of assessment has been produced to recognise any cross-cultural differences in marking. 

11. Admission & Application • Admission to the programme will require a University degree, or equivalent. • In addition, 3 – 5 years of relevant professional experience will be needed. • Your employing institution may nominate you or you may apply as an individual. • Student selection will involve a letter of motivation, that will also be used to test the applicant’s ability in the English language. • Short listed applicants may be interviewed. Initially, HUMANE members will take part in the selection of new candidates. • Subsequently, alumni will take part in this procedure. • A g-math test is recommended.

12. Fees • The tuition fees for the European MBA in Higher Education and Research Management are EUR19,000. • Students will be required to cover the cost of travel and accommodation over the 2-year programme.

13. Participating Organisations • The European MBA in Higher Education and Research Management has been co-ordinated by the following organisations:  • ·        The Institute of Education (IoE)- which is part of the University of London, United Kingdom - has been operating its MBA programme in higher education management since October 2002. The mission of the Institute is to pursue excellence in education and related areas of social science and professional practice. The current programme now attracts more than forty English and Commonwealth students. • ·        The Graduate School of International Management (GSIM) is the business school of the AACSB accredited Faculty of Economics & Business Administration at the Universiteit van Maastricht. Founded in May 2002, GSIM offers postgraduate education in a challenging and highly international academic environment. • ·        The Deutsche Hochschule fuer Verwaltungswissenschaften in Speyer (DHV) is Germany’s single post-university teaching and research institution. Its mission is to provide high-level academic teaching to law students as well as continuing academic education to senior civil servants in the area of public administration and management. Attached to the School is the Zentrum fuer Wissenschaftsmanagement (ZWM) which runs a Complementary Study Course in Science and Research management for junior members of staff with the sector.

14. Participating Organisations • In addition, the European Centre for Strategic Management of Universities (ESMU) will co-ordinate the Programme. • ESMU has been active in developing a number of initiatives in higher education management on a Europe-wide basis, including HUMANE, a network of heads of university management across Europe aimed at professional development, and DEAN, a network of university deans, particularly successful in the new EU member states.

15. Accreditation • The Executive MBA will seek recognition by the EU as part of the ERASMUS MUNDUS programme. • The involvement of GSIM also carries with it the AACSB accreditation.

16. Contact Details Further information about this exciting initiative can be obtained from: Mrs. Nadine Burquel The Programme Secretariat ESMU 31 Rue Montoyer B -1000 Brussels Belgium +32 (0)2 289 24 60 info@esmu.be

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20. MISSION STATEMENT to use, and strengthen, the human capital in the European field of strategic management in higher education. Key members of university staff will – on request of (other) universities - be used as experts in policy development, formulating strategic missions and programmes, managing large programmes in which plans are implemented etc. These experts will have the opportunity to partake in international study groups and research projects, to deepen their experiences and knowledge and thereby strengthen their capabilities.

21. OUR PROPOSITION TO YOU TO BRING AND TO TAKE: - To the direct benefit of all parties involved (cost and individual career wise) • To enable growth of knowledge and experience in the H.E. system (change management) • To organize effective MD-programmes (European Ma-programme)