The general MBA has been increasingly been changing to specializations to cater to the demand for specific skills in the job market. EU Business School’s MBA in Blockchain Management is one such program.

Blockchain, the technology behind Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies can also be used for a wide range of tasks, including storage of data about property exchanges, stops in a supply chain or even votes for a candidate. A recent survey by LinkedIn ranked Blockchain Technology at the top among the most sought-after skills for the year 2020.

MBA Blockchain Management at EU, Next Start Date October 2020

Blockchain Management MBA Details

EU’s MBA in Blockchain Management is a one-year full-time program held at the school’s three campuses in international business hub Geneva, Montreux and Barcelona plus online. You also have the option of completing it in two years as a part-time program.

The MBA start dates are in January, March and October. While completing the program, you could also work to earn a state-accredited degree from the University of Roehampton (UoR) in London, U.K.

Admission Requirements

You should submit a certified copy of a bachelor’s degree and transcripts. Non-English speakers should submit proof of proficiency in English by earning a TOEFL score of 89 (internet-based), 233 (computer-based); IELTS 6.5; CAE C1 with a minimum score of 176; PTE score 59.

Candidates who wish to apply for the MBA dual qualification in Switzerland and Barcelona or for the MBA program in Munich must have 2+ years of professional work experience in addition to these requirements.

You should submit a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a satisfactory score on the GMAT or GRE tests. Those not meeting these criteria will have an interview with the admission committee. They will be considered for admission on a merit basis.

The application form can be filled and submitted online following which you will get an e-mail with instructions on how to submit further documentation. You could also download,

Print and fill in the form. It should be scanned and sent via email to the admissions department of your chosen campus.

The documents to be submitted are a certified copy of bachelor’s degree and transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a copy of your resume, two letters of recommendation, one written or video essay, an electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos, a copy of valid passport or ID card and a bank certificate or letter certifying your financial solvency. A non-refundable application fee of €/CHF 200 should be submitted. You can pay by money order, cheque or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU.

You should arrange to have your degree and transcripts sent to the EU Admissions Department of your chosen campus. Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official university stamp and the signature of the dean. They should also include the university’s contact information.

The Records must list the subjects taken, grades earned or examination results in each subject and include certificates or diplomas. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation.

The letters of recommendation should be from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance and potential for leadership. If you have been out of the academic world for a while, you should submit two letters from employers and/or managers who are familiar with your work ethic, ability and leadership skills. Any letter not written in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

You should write an essay or record a 2-3 minute video essay and include it in your application package. This will help the EU Admissions Committee become acquainted with you, see how motivated you are to join us and determine how well you can express yourself.

The essay should be on one of the following topics: Tell us about the most challenging team experience you have had to date. What role did you play? What did you learn?

Please describe a personal failure that has impacted your life and what you learned from it.

What achievement are you most proud of (studies, sports, professional life, etc.)?

If you could imagine an entirely different life from the one you lead, how would you want it to be?

Each of us has been influenced by people, events and situations in our lives. How have these influences shaped who you are today?

Fees & Other Expenses

At Barcelona, the MBA program fees for 2020-2021 are €200 Application fee; €3,000  Advance tuition payment (non-refundable, due upon receipt of acceptance letter); €5,950 Tuition per term (three terms per year-with advance tuition payment deduction); €600 Dissertation fee (after successful program completion); €3,800 Optional additional MBA or MSc degree.

At Munich, the MBA program fees for 2020-2021 are €200 Application fee; €3,000 Advance tuition payment (non-refundable, due upon receipt of acceptance letter); €6,500 Tuition per term (three terms per year-with advance tuition payment deduction); €600 Dissertation fee (after successful program completion).

At Geneva and Montreux, the MBA program fees for 2020-2021 are CHF 200 Application fee; CHF 3,000 Advance tuition payment (non-refundable, due upon receipt of acceptance letter); CHF 11,600 Tuition per term (three terms per year-with advance tuition payment deduction); CHF 800 Dissertation fee (after successful program completion); CHF 3,800 Optional additional MBA or MSc degree.

For online the MBA program fees for 2020-2021 are €200 Application fee; €3,000 Advance tuition payment (non-refundable, due upon receipt of acceptance letter); €4,800 Tuition per term (three terms per year-with advance tuition payment deduction); €600 Dissertation fee (after successful program completion); €3,800 Optional additional MBA or MSc degree.

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