EXECUTIVE MBA

EXECUTIVE MBA in HRM

Dedicated to Quality

About Zagreb School of Economics and Management

For more than a decade now, the Zagreb School of Eco-nomics and Management has been creating the future business leaders, economic experts and innovative en-trepreneurs. With more than 2200 graduates, around 150 lecturers, and with 1250 students, the ZSEM stands out as the largest private institution for higher education in Cro-atia. The AACSB accreditation awarded to ZSEM in 2013, placed ZSEM among top-five percent of the highest-rank-ing business schools in the world. The accreditation alone reaffirms the leading status of ZSEM among business schools in the world.

The accreditation came as a result of a hard work, con-stant improvements of study programs and services pro-vided to our students. The AACSB accreditation warrants recognition of ZSEM diploma in the whole world as well as numerous opportunities to continue education or find work abroad. Eduniversal, the French portal known for its rigorous quality assessments, has for the seventh consec-utive year selected ZSEM as the best business school.

First and only business school in Croatia

MEMBER

ZSEM alumni working in25 countries worldwide

Career Center -cooperation withbusiness community

Over 120 partneruniversities worldwide

Leader in educatingHR specialists

More than 150 expertlectures

Business partner

International students of 30 nationalities make up 17% of the student body

My experience studying at ZSEM was dynamic, interesting and stimulating. Besides acquiring new knowledge, I espe-cially liked that we had the opportunity to share experiences with our colleagues and professors. I am glad that I learned firsthand from the experiences of foreign guest professors what the educational process is like abroad, what they fo-cus on, and what is from the perspective of cultural differ-ences especially stimulating. During that one year period, I acquired a lot of useful knowledge that I was able to apply in my everyday work since I was studying and working at the same time.

Dina Barišić, MBA, Head of the Employment and Education Department,

Hrvatska pošta d.d.

“Small groups, practice public speaking to perfection, team-work and, most importantly, professional lecturers who are knowledgeable in economics concepts and the market--not only from a theoretical perspective but also from a practical perspective-- left a mark on my education and enabled me to work successfully in a globalized business world in which I developed my career.”

Vanja Canjuga, MBA, Director at Bomark ambalaža d.o.o.

and Bomark ekso d.o.o.

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Zagreb School of Economics and Management Campus

THE PROGRAM CONTENT GOES BEYOND

THEORY TO HELP YOU PUT THE LATEST

MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES INTO

PRACTICE. BRING INNOVATIVE THINKING

TO YOUR COMPANY AND LEARN TO PUT

THESE INSIGHTS INTO PRACTICE FOR

BETTER BUSINESS RESULTS.

Dear prospective candidate,

The importance of having a proper business education in these trying economic times cannot be overstated. As organizations grow, develop, and operate across borders, they require a workforce that is internationally mobile, able to adapt to rapidly changing market circumstances, and that represents capable and responsible global citizens. Even if you don’t have a background in busi-ness administration or economics, an MBA can mean the difference between advancing or not advancing within an organization.

The Zagreb School of Economics and Management, Croatia’s leading business school according to Eduniversal’s global ranking, can give you the education you need to make that decisive step forward in your career. Our Executive MBA program is taught by a combination of Croatian and foreign professors and experts who use advanced teaching methods like computer simulations, for instance. Our outstanding student to professor ratio guarantees a personal approach to your education, where every professor knows your name and is attuned to your strengths and weak-nesses.

ZSEM offers you a truly international educational experience, enabling you to spend a semester at more than 120 of our partner universities and institutions, without paying additional tuition fees. Our Career Center provides counseling on how to nurture your career after graduation as well as providing assistance to you during your studies.

Thank you for considering the Zagreb School of Economics and Management for your graduate education. If you have any further questions about our programs or the services we offer, feel free to contact our friendly staff.

Đuro Njavro, PhD Dean

Maja Martinović, PhD Associate Dean, Graduate MBA Program

Dedicated to Quality

Type General MBA

Duration 12 – 18 months

Structure of studies 18 extended weekend lectures

Number of courses 12

Contact hours per course 24

Language of studies English/Croatian

ECTS credits 60

Type MBA in HRM

Duration 12 – 18 months

Structure of studies 18 extended weekend lectures

Number of courses 12

Contact hours per course 24

Language of studies English/Croatian

ECTS credits 60

Daniel Butler, PhD Auburn University, USA | ZSEM

The Executive MBA is designed for professionals who wish to develop skills and knowledge at-tained through either the EXECUTIVE MBA or the EXECUTIVE MBA in HRM. It offers a unique possibility to study at the weekends without neglecting professional and family commitments.

Modeled after some of the most successful programs in the world, the EXECUTIVE MBA is an interdisciplinary program that includes key courses from all graduate ZSEM MBA programs. The main purpose of the program is to provide students with top quality courses in the fields of mar-keting, management, finances, and accounting, through an exceptional combination of theoret-ical and practical knowledge.

The EXECUTIVE MBA in HRM is a combination of business acumen and specific courses tailored for international HR specialists. The EXECUTIVE MBA in HRM holds a certificate issued by the American organization Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), confirming that the program curriculum is fully aligned with guidelines issued by SHRM. This puts ZSEM on the list of only 17 schools outside the United States of America holding this certificate. For students in the EXECUTIVE MBA in HRM, this means that their knowledge and skills will give them an advantage in the internationally competitive market upon finishing the program.

ZSEM lecturers are leading experts from Croatia and around the world, with outstanding scien-tific and research contributions. The program is designed to provoke thinking about current and future challenges in management and the business world. Student leadership skills are developed through multiple dimensions, which include developing strategy, operations, organizational be-havior and leading an ethical enterprise.

Through a practical project carried out during their studies, students concurrently develop their skills and knowledge, their professional careers, and contribute to their organizations. After at-taining a theoretical education and practicing the acquired skills in their organizations, students will be capable of leading any organization efficiently. Leading teaching methods include nu-merous simulations, which allows students to develop analytical skills, test their decision making skills, and observe consequences of their actions.

While improving their interdisciplinary skills and knowledge, students will also enlarge their social capital and extend their networks of experienced professionals.

Why should you choosethe EXECUTIVE MBA?

„To address some of the items of interest to you, we can say that upon the recommendation of some of our Cro-atian colleagues we started researching ZSEM. We were impressed by the level of information available on the website. This gave a clear indication of the quality and relevance of the programs and seemed to be the perfect t for our departments here at Morgan Stanley. We were also delighted with the organization within ZSEM, the Ca-reer Center and staff who were extremely approachable, which made the whole visit much easier to organize.“

Yasanji Ratnaike, PhD, Morgan and Stanley, Investment Bank

„The students and alumni that we met exceeded our ex-pectations – both in terms of their preparation and tech-nical knowledge.“

Henrik Takacs, Morgan Stanley, Investment Bank

John Branch, PhD Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan | ZSEM

The program consists of two parts: compulsory courses and writing the graduate thesis. The compulsory coursework is designed like a classical MBA program. A unique advantage of this program is an opportunity to conduct a practical project during the preparation of the graduate thesis. Students can conduct this practical project in their companies. A particular dynamic of this program is achieved through a combination of 50% of lectures and 50% of learning being carried out through group assignments and projects over the Blackboard internet learning platform. This unique hybrid approach gives students ample time for professional and family commitments.

In each 8-week mini-semester, students will complete 2 courses. Lectures are held on:

> Fridays from 17:00 to 21:00 and Saturdays from 9:00 to 13:00 for “course 1”> Saturdays from 14:00 to 18:00 for "course 2"

Prospective students

A minimum of 3 years of professional experience is required for all students.

Candidates from mid-level and high-level management are desired. The program is well-suit-ed for department heads in state and government institutions and organizations as well as non-profit organizations.

Contents and structureof the program

CLASS ECTS FACULTY

Orientation days 0Hrvoje Jerković, PhD, ZSEMKarmela Aleksić-Maslać, MSc, ZSEMFranjo Borović, MSc, ZSEM

Strategy 5Dino Dogan, PhD, ZSEM, Luxembourg School of BusinessMato Njavro, PhD, ZSEM, Harvard UniversityMarkus Menz, PhD, University of Geneva

Managerial Accounting andFinancial Reporting

5Branka Remenarić, PhD, ZSEMHrvoje Volarević, PhD, HNB

Leadership 4Borna Jalšenjak, PhD, ZSEMDan Ebener, PhD, St. Ambrose University

Business Ethics, CSR andSustainability

3

Kristijan Krkač, PhD, ZSEM Borna Jalšenjak, PhD, ZSEM Igor Matutinović, PhD, GfK

Management of Change andHuman Resources

5

Randy Richards, PhD , St. Ambrose UniversityIvona Škreblin Kirbiš, PhD, ZSEM Mirna Koričan Lajtman, MBA, MA in Psychology, ZSEMIvana Drkelić, MBA, Pliva

Financial management 1 5Dario Silić, PhD, Bina-IstraIgor Gvozdanović, DBA, Platinum Invest

Financial management 2 5Dario Silić, PhD, Bina-IstraIgor Gvozdanović, DBA, Platinum Invest

Operations management 5Kristina Šorić, PhD, ZSEMGoran Oblaković, PhD, ZSEMMario Silić, PhD, University of St. Gallen

Electronic businessmanagement

5 Hrvoje Jerković, PhD, ZSEM

Managerial Economics 5 Jurica Brajković, PhD, Energy Institute Hrvoje PozarPetra Posedel Šimović, PhD, ZSEM

Maximization and Measurementof Company Value 5

Goran Oblaković, PhD, ZSEMIgor Gvozdanović, DBA, Platinum Invest

Marketing strategy / simulation 5Maja Martinović, PhD, ZSEMJohn Branch, PhD, University of Michigan

COURSES ECTS FACULTY

Orientation days 0Hrvoje Jerković, PhD, ZSEMKarmela Aleksić-Maslać, MSc, ZSEMFranjo Borović, MSc, ZSEM

Strategy 5Dino Dogan, PhD, ZSEM, Luxembourg School of BusinessMato Njavro, PhD, ZSEM, Harvard UniversityMarkus Menz, PhD, University of Geneva

Managerial Accounting and Financial Reporting 5

Branka Remenarić, PhD, ZSEMHrvoje Volarević, PhD, HNB

Leadership 4Borna Jalšenjak, PhD, ZSEMDan Ebener, PhD, St. Ambrose University

Business Ethics, CSR andSustainability

3Kristijan Krkač, PhD, ZSEM Borna Jalšenjak, PhD, ZSEM Igor Matutinović, PhD, GfK

Management of Change and Human Resources 5

Randy Richards, PhD , St. Ambrose UniversityIvona Škreblin Kirbiš, PhD, ZSEM Mirna Koričan Lajtman, MBA, MA in Psychology, ZSEMIvana Drkelić, MBA, Pliva

Project Management 5Siniša Krajnović, PhD, PMP, Ericsson, Luxembourg School of BusinessDražen Penzar, MSc, PMP, IBMNenad Trajkovski, PMP, Perpetuum Mobile

Recruitment and selection 5Herman Lassleben, PhD, Reutlingen UniversityVera Čubranić Bocak, MSc, Adris Group Inc.Zvonimir Musa, MBA, Prima Grupa

Performance measurementand compensation 5

Julie Felker, DBA, WDI University of MichiganAndrijana Mušura, PhD, ZSEMAco Momčilović, MBA, Rimac automobili d.o.o.

Measurement applicationin HRM

5Ivona Škreblin Kirbiš, PhD, ZSEMNevenka Misija, DHLAnica Vrlec Bartolić, MA, Ernst & Young d.o.o.

International HRM 3 Li Choy Chong, PhD, University of St. GallenJulie Felker, DBA, WDI University of Michigan

Selected topics from HRM 5Arturo Cardelus, MBA, Luxembourg School of BusinessGeorge Siedel, PhD, University of Michigan

Strategies for ManagingHuman Resources 5

Mirna Koričan Lajtman, MBA, MA in Psychology, ZSEMDavid Gaal, NestleIvana Drkelić, MBA, Pliva

The Specialized MBA program in Human Resource Man-agement at the Zagreb School of Economics and Man-agement has received a certificate from the American organization Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) confirming that the program's curriculum is fully aligned with the curriculum of SHRM. ZSEM's MBA in HRM is one of only 16 similar programs outside the USA to have met the Society's high standards.

Richard Koo Chief Economist at the Nomura Research Institute

Books from recognized international and domestic authors (in English or Croatian translation) are available to all students in the library or will be delivered in e-format for all courses.

Learning through the Internet platform will be utilized, so all materials will be posted online.

Teaching methods

> lectures, discussions, and practical exercises> interactive assignments in small groups, which allows students to apply the

theoretical knowledge gained and exchange experiences with professors and fellow students

> learning through practical examples and case studies> learning through simulations> studying from the latest literature and utilizing distance learning.

BlackboardCourse materials100% online

Business computersimulation & case studymethod

HR Managementsimulation Business partner

Business partner

Literature andE-learning platform

Philip Kotler, PhD Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University

''ZSEM students have both the necessary technical knowl-edge as well as thorough understanding of latest devel-opments in the global economy and business. This makes them well prepared to take on leadership roles in cor porations and public sector, both in Croatia and abroad.''

Milos Starovic, VP Barclays

Professors teaching in other graduate MBA programs at ZSEM will lecture on topics from their field of expertise. The following professors will lecture depending on their schedule and availabil-ity:

> Thomas Baker, PhD (Clemson University, USA);

> John Branch, PhD (University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA);

> Daniel Butler, PhD (Auburn University, USA);

> Arturo Cardelus, MBA (Luxembourg School of Business, Luxembourg);

> Li Choy Chong, PhD (St. Gallen University, Switzerland);

> Ivica Crnković, PhD (Mälardalen University, Sweden);

> Dan Ebener, PhD (St. Ambrose University, USA);

> Julie Felker, DBA (WDI University of Michigan, USA);

> Siniša Krajnović, PhD (Ericsson, Luxembourg School of Business);

> Dominik Mahr, PhD (Maastricht University, The Netherlands);

> Paul R. Murphy, PhD (John Carroll University, USA);

> Randy Richards, PhD (St. Ambrose University, USA);

> Carlos Rodriguez, PhD (Delaware State University, USA);

> George Siedel, PhD (University of Michigan, USA).

Visiting professors

THE MODULES COMBINE LECTURES,

DISCUSSIONS, CASES, EXERCISES, AND

OTHER LEARNING ACTIVITIES. YOU WILL

CONDUCT GROUP WORK TO ENHANCE

YOUR CRITICAL THINKING, DECISION

MAKING, AND TEAMWORK SKILLS.

THIS DEGREE ENABLES STUDENTS

TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION AT

NUMEROUS EUROPEAN AND OTHER

UNIVERSITIES AROUND THE WORLD.

Jan Muelhfeit, former Chairman Europe, Microsoft Corporation

What is an EXECUTIVE MBA?

It is a general MBA program offering a unique dynamic achieved by a combination of 50% of lectures and 50% of learning carried out through group assignments and projects over the Black- board Internet platform.

Who is eligible to enroll into the program?

All candidates who have completed a four-year economics and non-economics undergraduate program, have received 240 ECTS credits and have three years of work experience. Professionals from all fields: engineers, bankers, pharmacists, entrepreneurs, social science professionals, law-yers, language professors, and all other professionals.

Is this degree different from other MBA degrees offered at ZSEM?

No. Students receive the same Graduate MBA degree as those offered by ZSEM. This degree en-ables students to continue their education at numerous European and other universities around the world.

What is included in the tuition fee?

The tuition fee covers all of the advantages which ZSEM offers its students such as the latest teaching methods, mentoring program, services of the International Office, services of the Career Center, the use of the Blackboard Internet platform, amongst others.

Frequently askedquestions

Siniša Krajnović, PhD VP Ericsson, LSB | ZSEM

THROUGH A PRACTICAL PROJECT CARRIED

OUT DURING THEIR STUDIES, STUDENTS

CONCURRENTLY DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS

AND KNOWLEDGE, THEIR PROFESSIONAL

CAREERS, AND CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR

ORGANIZATIONS.

Are courses and lecturers different from other MBA programs offered at ZSEM?

No. EXECUTIVE MBA courses and lecturers are identical to those of other MBA programs and students acquire the same skills and knowledge.

What are the pre-requirements for students who did not complete economics undergrad-uate studies?

Prior to attending compulsory courses, students have to attend an introductory semester in which they must attend lectures and pass exams in the following areas: Principles of Economics, Marketing, Principles of Business Finance, Principles of Management, and Introduction to Ac-counting. Lectures in the introductory semester are also adapted to students, including the use of the Internet platform which provides an easy access to study materials.

How often do students have to come to Zagreb?

The delivery of lectures is maximally adapted to all students. The lectures combine all delivery types foreseen by the Bologna declaration: face-to-face lectures, field lectures, learning over the Blackboard Internet platform, individual studies, group and team work, as well as case and proj-ect studies.

What is the duration of the program?

The program duration is 18 months: 12 months for compulsory classes and 6 months for writing the graduate thesis. A unique advantage of this program is the opportunity to carry out a prac-tical project during the preparation of the graduate thesis, which can be conducted in students’ companies.

Frequently askedquestions

Arturo Cardelus, MBA Dean of Luxembourg School of Business | ZSEM

THE MISSION OF ZSEM IS TO TRANSFER

VALUES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS THAT

STUDENTS NEED FOR LONG-TERM

SUCCESS IN A GLOBALIZED BUSINESS

WORLD UNDERGOING CONSTANT

TECHNOLOGICAL AND MARKET

TRANSFORMATIONS.

For more information about ZSEM’s Executive MBA, please contact: emba@zsem.hr

Nikol Šćrbec, MBA Academic Secretary Tel.: +385 1 2354 272 Fax.: +385 1 2354 269 E-mail: nikol.scrbec@zsem.hr

Goran Oblaković, PhD Program Director Executive MBA E-mail: goran.oblakovic@zsem.hr

Mirna Koričan Lajtman, MBA, MA in Psychology Program Co-director Executive MBA Human Resource Management E-mail: mirna.korican@zsem.hr

Julie Felker, DBA Program Co-director Executive MBA Human Resource Management E-mail: julie.felker@zsem.hr

Contacts

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