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THE INTERNATIONAL FLEX EXECUTIVE MBA

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A digitally delivered Executive MBA


The International Flex EMBA (i-Flex), designed and delivered in partnership with Amazon, Microsoft, Moleskine and Vodafone, is a 2-year Executive MBA aimed at managers who want to combine international studies with work commitments, using one of the most advanced digital learning platforms in the world, developed with Microsoft technology.
With a focus on digital transformation, this program includes a combination of different initiatives, among which are lectures by top managers leading digital transformation in their companies, visits to the digital laboratories of the Politecnico di Milano, company visits to digital enterprises like Amazon and Microsoft, and a Bootcamp specifically centred on digital transformation.

*Due to COVID-19 pandemic situation, MIP will hold a two-day-online-kick-off on November 6th and 7th. A face-to-face kick off week will be organized from March 20th to March 26th 2021

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Language: English

Format: Distance Learning

Next intake: November 2020*

Length: 2 years

Location: Digital Learning + 2 face-to-face weeks + 1 optional full week

MBA Specialisation: possibility to obtain an MBA diploma with a specialisation in Digital Transformation

Minimum entry requirement: 3 years of work experience

Average work experience: 13 years

Tuition fee: € 32.000 (for companies €37.000)

International Executive Masters Admissions
 Tel : +39 02 2399 2820
email : infoemba@mip.polimi.it

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WHY CHOOSE US
PROGRAMME
CAREER SERVICES
ADMISSIONS
FEES AND BENEFITS
PARTNERS
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WHY CHOOSE US

Here are the top 5 reasons why the International Flex Executive MBA of MIP Politecnico di Milano – ranked 9th in the world, among the top 4 in Europe and 1st in Italy by the The Financial Times in the category of online MBAs and 5th in the world according to QS Online MBA Ranking 2020– will be a game changer for you

1 - FLEXIBLE AND CUSTOMIZABLE

Students can attend classes when, where and how they prefer, conciliating education, work life and family.

Read the interview to the Program Coordinator and find out more.

2 - DIGITAL AND INNOVATIVE

Thanks to the digital learning platform D-hub, developed with Microsoft technology, participants can access pre-recorded video lessons, actively participate in live sessions with professors, interact with their peers and work with them on projects and assignments and access additional multimedia contents.

3 - IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGITAL LEADING COMPANIES

i-Flex is the #1 EMBA for those who want to learn directly from top leaders and their practical managerial experience. The program has been redesigned by and for companies to prepare managers capable to manage disruptive technologies in today’s business world.
Through a Digital Innovation Pathway, students will work on the necessary skills to become drivers of change, understanding their role in the framework of digital transformation. During their residential weeks, they will have the opportunity to visit companies like Amazon and Microsoft, global leaders of business innovation.

Throughout the program i-Flex students will also receive one-to-one coaching sessions with a Digital Readiness Coach, available to mentor them about practices and concrete examples they may be facing within their companies, strictly connected to the digital world.

4 - SPECIALISATION IN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Through a dedicated Management Bootcamp or a Study Tour in Silicon Valley students can give a major concentration to their Executive MBA. Through a practical and experiential learning path and a strong interaction with companies that lead change in today’s business world, students will be prepared to become leaders in a digitalized world.

5 - IT IS AN EXECUTIVE MBA

Students will gain the same knowledge and competencies of an Executive MBA and will obtain the same degree released by traditional in-class Executive MBAs.

Read more on how our i-Flex students are enlarging their professional network through digital means of communication.

  • Part time Format: combine work & study
  • Starting date: November 2020
  • 2 years: 80% distance learning + 20% face-to-face
  • delivered on a digital platform, developed by MIP in collaboration with Microsoft
  • 2 mandatory face-to-face full weeks 
  • Specialisation in Digital Transformation through an Elective Week or a Study Tour in Silicon Valley
  • A Digital Readiness Coaching programme running throughout the master
  • One optional elective week (Doing-Business-In China or Mexico or Management Bootcamp @ MIP) as well as International Exchanges
  • International focus with exposure to global industries and international faculty
  • Including soft skills and leadership training for professional development
  • A Microsoft Surface will be provided to all the i-Flex students
  • The master has been ranked 7th in the 2019 Global Online MBA Ranking by CEO Magazine. Read more
  • It has been ranked 5th in the world and among the top 4 in Europe in the Distance/Online MBA category by QS Rankings. What is more, this Executive MBA is placed 1st in the world for “Class Experience” and 2nd for “Faculty and Teaching”.  Discover more
  • i-Flex has recently been ranked as 9th in the World, 4th in europe and 1st in Italy (the only Italian MBA program in the ranking) by The Financial Times in the category of online MBAs. Read more.
  • In 2020 the EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development), the most highly-regarded institute in Europe within the field of managerial education and development, has granted the EOCCS re-certification to the program. EOCCS (EFMD Online Course Certification System) is a quality benchmark system developed to assess online courses. Read more

PROGRAMME

The International Flex EMBA (i-Flex) is a 2-year Executive MBA program that allows the students to get the same diploma as traditional, in-class Executive MBA programs, thanks to the digital learning platform developed by MIP in partnership with MICROSOFT (Should you wish to have a virtual tour of the platform, write to infoemba@mip.polimi.it).

The master is entirely taught in English and is targeting profiles with at least 3 years of working experience.

Due to COVID-19 pandemic situation, MIP will hold a two-day-online-kick-off on November 6th and 7th. A face-to-face kick off week will be organized from March 20th to March 26th 2021. We encourage you to listen to the message of the Dean.

The program is made up of:

  • A number of core courses in General Management held through our smart learning platform
  • A weekly live session on Thursday from 7PM to 9.30PM CET  and two mandatory face-to-face weeks
  • Visits to Innovative Laboratories
  • A third elective week
  • International Exchanges
  • A specialisation in Digital Transformation
  • Digital Readiness Coaching
  • Career & Leadership Development Program
  • Project Work

Students can give a further personal dimension to their studies by choosing to customize their i-Flex with up to 2 full elective weeks. Among the options are the following:

Specialisation in Digital Transformation

I-Flex students can decide to further customize their learning path and obtain an Executive MBA with a specialisation in Digital Transformation by choosing to participate, during their third optional week, in a Management Bootcamp with a focus on Digital Transformation or a Silicon Valley Tour.

Digital Transformation Bootcamp

The Digital Transformation bootcamp is a one week intensive experience, during which i-Flex students will focus on learning how technologies are changing business processes.
Encompassing cutting-edge topics such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud computing and Internet of Things, this elective week will allow its participants to gain first-hand insight both from the outstanding faculty of MIP and experienced managers who are leading digital transformation.

Silicon Valley Tour

During the i-Flex program students will have the opportunity to experience an intensive one-week study tour. The purpose of the trip is to expose students to the Silicon Valley ecosystem and deepen their understanding of entrepreneurship and other hot topics. Students will visit startups, large corporations, venture capital firms, and incubators to gain a broader perspective on the process of taking an idea to the market and scaling a company. Whether you want to launch your own venture or add entrepreneurial thinking to your toolkit, the Silicon Valley Week in the i-Flex program will give you completely new ways of thinking about entrepreneurship, networks and innovation.

Management Bootcamps

Participants have the possibility to tailor their Executive MBA programme with a third optional full week dedicated to a Management Boot Camps or an EMBA Elective. They can use this moment of their degree to learn about topics shaping the future of business.
These courses are characterized by a strong practical and multidisciplinary approach. Students can choose their elective week based on a range of emerging topics in business and in particular the following:

  • Global Management
  • Industry 4.0
  • Sustainability & Circular Economy
  • Biomarketing
  • Soft Skills
  • Entrepreneurial strategy
  • Entrepreneurial innovation and implementation
  • Building the Value Chain in the Luxury sector
  • Go-to-Market in the Luxury sector
  • Study tour in the heart of the Luxury world
  • Digital Transformation: Strategy, Governance and Business Models
  • Big Data & Artificial Intelligence
  • The main pillars of B2c eCommerce

 

International Experiences

DOING BUSINESS IN CHINA AND MEXICO

The experience in China or Mexico consists in going to an international business school for a week to study the specific social and economic aspects of that country. During the week, classroom lessons held by professors of our partner universities are alternated with company visits to local and multinational businesses. This allows students to study cases of success and understand the difficulties involved in multi-cultural management.

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES

i-Flex students are given the opportunity to study abroad. There are a range of programs available, to suit a range of requirements.

EUROPE:
LATIN AMERICA:

Who is eligible for the i-Flex Program?

Working professionals with at least 3-year working experience.

The English knowledge is a compulsory requirement.

How long is the i-Flex program?

The programme is 20 months long.

In what language is the program taught?

The program is entirely taught in English.

Do I need to speak Italian?

No, as the medium for the course is English, students are not required to learn Italian.

Is there an age limit for the program?

No, but the program is ideally suited for working professionals with a minimum of 3 years’ experience and an average working experience of 13 years.

CAREER SERVICES

Career Management services support students in developing effective tools for their job search, such as CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile, as well as for the development of a better awareness of the job market and the right channels for a successful job search strategy.

MIP is also partner of major international career platforms offering students free access to MIP Global Network of Career Websites where they can find relevant resources about industry sectors trends, country specific career guides and employment resources, and career related webinars.

i-Flex students will sit one-to-one meetings with Career Advisors that are useful and strategical for the definition of the best career plan according to their competences, experience and expectations.

In addition to this, i-Flex students can avail of the benefits of Mentoring through ad hoc meetings with top managers from the Alumni network.

MIP promotes partnerships with national and international employers
and organizes activities all year round to offer students the latest recruiting insights and market trends.

Thanks to the dedicated MIP Career Digital Platform powered by JobTeaser, employers can showcase their company profiles, post job opportunities and promote recruiting events.

i-Flex students have to attend (via streaming or recording if available) at least 5 networking events with employers (such as Round Tables, Career Talks, etc.).

Right from the start of the program, the Career Development Team supports candidates in increasing their self-awareness and brand from a personal and professional standpoint, to enable them to pursue their managerial career at both national and international level.

The Career Development Center organises workshops with the main objective to support i-Flex students in developing the necessary managerial skills and competencies to succeed in this complex and ever changing competitive job market, such as networking, presentation skills, job search strategy, job interview skills.

ADMISSIONS

STATUS OF APPLICATIONS: OPEN

Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Since the number of seats in class is limited, candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Should the course become fully subscribed before the deadline dates, applications will close earlier.

The master is targeting professionals with at least 3 years of working experience.

The ideal candidate

  • Possesses leadership potential 
  • Has developed working experience in an international environment
  • Demonstrates well-developed analytical skills and business skills.
  • Is willing to expand his/her skill set and to extend his/her knowledge in the area of General Management through meaningful study and practical work and has a passion for innovation and digitalization
  • Ambition, independence and humility are also highly desiderable characteristics.

Admission to the master is limited to a predetermined number of students. This ensures the optimal development of each student while preserving the group’s learning process. All elements of the application form are carefully studied so we highly recommend that you fill it out carefully and provide us with any extra material you believe might help your candidature.

 

STEP 1: ACTIVATION OF APPLICATION

Activate the Online Application, by uploading your updated CV/resume and paying the application fee (EUR 150), which can be paid online on the application platform itself.  The rest of the documents can be sent after the motivational interview.

STEP 2: SCREENING OF CANDIDATURE

You will be informed whether you have been selected for the Motivational Interview and the MIP Test by our admissions team in due time.

STEP 3: SUBMISSION OF FURTHER DOCUMENTS
  • University Degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
  • Official University Transcripts
  • Motivational statement*
  • 1/2 letters of reference (optional)
  • Copy of Passport or ID
  • Digital Photo

*Choose the format that works for you. 
To explain your motivations for undertaking an MBA and show the Admissions Committee that you are the right fit for MIP, you can decide to submit either a traditional essay or a slide presentation (there is no prescribed minimum or maximum length for either) as a motivational statement. Please make sure to convert your piece (Word or PowerPoint) into a PDF file to upload it on the application platform.

STEP 4: FINAL DECISION

Once the Admissions Team receives feedback from the interviewer, your application will be evaluated and then presented to the Admissions Committee, who then decides whether to accept or reject each candidate. The selection is based on the evaluation of the professional and academic background, motivational interview performance with the Admissions Team and the MIP Test score. The selection process assesses the profile of the individual candidate while taking into account the composition of the class, which must be consistent with the quality and diversity the school requires. Acceptance is based on the ability to excel, not only academically, but also in the business community. You will be advised by e-mail of the final decision on your application.

What is the application date to apply for the program?

Please note that the admission process for the master is on a rolling basis, therefore the sooner you apply the more chances you will have of securing your place in the class, as capacity may be reached before the final application deadlines.

Does the i-Flex program have a letter of recommendation form?

There is no specific form for the recommendation letters; however if you need any further assistance on the ideal template for your application, please contact  infoemba@mip.polimi.it and we can provide you with further assistance in this matter.

We turn the future into a part of you.

We offer highly personalised services with the objective of developing the necessary skills, tools and strategy and expanding your professional network, to help you succeed in today’s complex and competitive global job market.

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FEES AND BENEFITS

The tuition fee amounts to € 32.000 for individuals and to € 37.000 for those sponsored by a company. These costs cover the entire length of the programme, although they do not include living and travel expenses.

MIP’s International Flex EMBA is made more accessible to deserving candidates through our Financial Aid Program. 

Contributions are mostly merit-based and based on academic excellence, personal and professional achievement, particularly strong leadership potential, and superior interpersonal skills. These contributions are restricted to self-funded candidates and are applied directly to the applicant’s tuition.

Candidates should indicate in the application form if they would like to apply for financial aid at the time of application. Later requests for financial aid will not be considered.

Participants sponsored by their company are kindly requested to write to  infoemba@mip.polimi.it for further details.

COUNTRY-BASED CONTRIBUTION

MIP offers contributions up to 30% of the tuition fee to international candidates in other to promote international diversity within the class and assist talented individuals from as many different countries as possible.

Applicants coming from emerging countries and holding at the time of the application a GMAT score of 650 and above (or GRE equivalent) can apply for a contribution covering up to 50% of the tuition fee.

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MIP 4 WOMEN

MIP is offering different amounts up to € 6,000 within the MIP4Women programme that aims to develop and nurture a culture of women in management.

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MIP ALUMNI WAIVER

Merit-based scholarships worth 10% of the tuition fee are available for Alumni from various Master programs at MIP.
Please note that in case of company sponsorship, if partial, the Alumni Waiver is applied proportionally on the individual fee. If the company sponsorship is full, the Alumni Waiver will not be applied.
For information on how to apply for the Alumni scholarships, please write to infoemba@mip.polimi.it.

30% CLUB CONTRIBUTION

MIP, in collaboration with the 30% Club, an international organisation whose aim is to achieve 30 per cent women on FTSE 100 boards,  is offering a 30% scholarship to 2 female i-Flex participants.
The deadline to apply for this contribution is July 30th, 2020.

Discover more.

International and Italian candidates can also access student loans to cover the tuition fee and other expenses.

MIP collaborates with banks such as Banca Sella, Banca Intesa San Paolo and BPER.

For more information, please write to infoemba@mip.polimi.it.

DEUTSCHE BILDUNG.
THE ALTERNATIVE TO A STUDENT LOAN.

As a social business, Deutsche Bildung supports German students since 2007. Monthly as well as single and returning payments guarantee a completely flexible financing of almost all programs and subjects in Germany and abroad. Additionally, the extra-curricular-program WissenPlus focuses on the improvement of important social and professional competencies. The repayment is income-linked: students pay back a fixed percentage of their future income over a certain period of time once they have entered their first job successfully. The online-application is possible throughout the whole year at www.deutsche-bildung.de.

What is the cost of the program?

The program costs €32,000 for the entire 20-month period, or €37,000 for those sponsored by a company. These costs cover the entire length of the programme, although they do not include living and travel expenses.

How do I apply for tuition fee contributions or grants for the program?
Will I have to buy textbooks?

No, you will be provided textbooks by the program, with the cost included as part of the overall program fee.

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We have decided to partner with companies that have introduced digital innovation in their products (Amazon, Moleskine, Vodafone) and some companies where digital innovation is core to the business (Microsoft).

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