Study programme Master of Business Studies (in English)

Graduates of the Master of Business Studies (MBS) program possess advanced and in-depth knowledge of management and quality sciences, as well as supporting disciplines, enabling them to independently analyze, interpret and solve complex problems encountered in modern organizations. They are prepared to operate in an organizational environment characterized by high volatility, decision-making uncertainty, pressure for efficiency, digital transformation and the growing importance of sustainable development. 

The graduate profile is shaped by the interdisciplinary, business-technology nature of the program and the international learning environment. Graduates view an organization as a complex socio-technical system integrating business processes, data, information and communication technologies, and economic, legal and social conditions. They understand the mechanisms underlying the development of organizational strategies and business models, change management, project management, process management and innovation management, as well as the relationships between managerial decisions and their economic, organizational, social and environmental consequences.

During the course of their studies, graduates achieve in-depth learning outcomes in terms of knowledge, covering in particular issues relating to the management of organizations and their key functional areas, business economics and finance, as well as financial and management accounting, operations research, decision analysis and methods of supporting managerial decisions, the design and development of information systems supporting management, business process management, e-business strategy and market activities, including B2B and international contexts, as well as project management, change management and innovation portfolio management. Graduates are also familiar with the legal framework governing the functioning of organizations, particularly in the areas of civil, commercial and labor law, and understand the principles of business ethics, responsible management and sustainable development.

Graduates are able to conduct in-depth analysis of data and organizational phenomena and formulate recommendations for management and other key stakeholders using quantitative and qualitative methods, including advanced business analytics. They are able to identify, diagnose and solve complex management problems under conditions of uncertainty, time pressure and a changing environment, design, compare and justify alternative organizational, technological and process solutions, taking into account strategic, financial, legal and organizational consequences, as well as manage projects, processes and complex development and innovation initiatives. Graduates utilize digital tools and data- and AI-driven solutions to streamline processes and support decision-making; they are able to lead teams, recognize the potential and limitations of team members, and foster a collaborative environment; they conduct negotiations and communicate effectively with stakeholders in a national and , including in English, as well as critically evaluating information, formulating action plans and making managerial decisions in a responsible and reasoned manner.

Graduates are prepared to fulfil specialist, managerial and coordinating roles responsibly, to collaborate in interdisciplinary and project teams, and to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. They make decisions taking into account ethical principles, social responsibility and long-term consequences for the organization and its environment; they operate in conditions of dynamic technological and organizational change thanks to their high adaptability and commitment to lifelong learning, and is able to combine business, technological and social perspectives in the analysis and resolution of organizational problems.

A key strength of the MBS program is that the educational process is based on active teaching methods, in particular project-based learning and problem-based learning, work on case studies and projects based on real-world organizations, and the possibility of personalizing the study path through the selection of optional modules. The assessment of learning outcomes also takes place in practice, including through a dissertation, a final project and work placements, which enhances graduates’ readiness to undertake complex professional tasks.

Graduates of the Master of Business Studies program are prepared for expert and managerial roles in, for example, enterprises, consultancy firms and public institutions, particularly in the areas of business and strategic analysis, project management, process management, innovation, and organizational and digital transformation. They may also develop their own ventures and continue their education in doctoral programs.

Chair of the Programme Board: dr inż. Paweł Morawski

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The programme was approved by Senate Resolution No. 69/2026 of 1 April 2026.