Postgraduate studies

IMBA – International Master of Business Administration – online

IMBA – International Master of Business Administration

We cordially invite you to join the IMBA – International Master of Business Administration studies organized at out university. It is an unique international program that combines 27 years of educational experience with current challenges facing managers in the global business world.

Joining the IMBA studies is an unique opportunity to gain valuable managerial and leadership competencies, developed under the guidance of international staff – renowned scientists and business professionals from various countries and industries. Their experience has been repeatedly verified by the global market, which guarantees the highest level of classes.

The study program is carried out in the online format using a modern and user-friendly educational platform. Thanks to this, students have access to a quality of education comparable to full-time classes, while gaining the opportunity to study in an international environment – regardless of where they are located.

The language of instruction is English.

Who should apply?

The IMBA – International Master of Business Administration study program at WSPA has been designed for business owners and executives active in the business, social and public sectors, as well as for those interested in developing their career path in multinational corporations, multicultural teams and in the area of international cooperation. It is also an excellent offer for people who plan to start their own business or become active in the third sector. We also invite professionals looking for new career paths and preparing to take up managerial positions.

The strength of the IMBA program at WSPA is the combination of reliable, practical knowledge with an international perspective, through which students acquire management skills in a diverse, global environment. Classes are taught by experienced international staff – academic experts and business professionals representing various industries and countries.

The IMBA studies are designed in the online format, allowing you to flexibly combine learning with professional and private responsibilities. It is an ideal solution for growth-oriented people who want to open their way to new professional opportunities in the world of international business.

Additionally, completing the IMBA postgraduate studies entitles to sit on the supervisory boards of state-owned companies, in accordance with the Act of December 16, 2016 on the Principles of Managing State Property (Journal of Laws 2016, item 2259).

The aim of the studies

The IMBA – International Master of Business Administration studies are designed to impart students with the latest knowledge and practical skills in modern management in the dynamically changing world of VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity).

The study program covers both classic managerial courses, as well as innovative thematic blocks devoted to paradigm shifts in contemporary management in the context of global and local challenges. Inspiring meetings with international business and management professionals who share their experience gained in different parts of the world are also an integral part of the studies.

Students also have access to numerous practical workshops that help develop leadership competencies and managerial skills. This will prepare them to make strategic business decisions, effectively manage teams and find their way on the global market.

The IMBA studies at WSPA in Lublin are a development path for people who want to become modern business leaders and boldly shape the future of organizations in an international environment.

Promotions for postgraduate studies

WSPA Graduates Study With a 10% Discount

“WSPA graduates study with a 10% discount” applies to WSPA graduates, i.e. graduates of undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate studies who submit the documents required in the admission process and are accepted for postgraduate studies in the 2025/2026 academic year.

The discount is a 10% reduction in tuition fees for the entire course of study.

“WSPA graduates study with a 10% discount”:

  • combines with the “Extra 5%” promotion
  • combines with the “Postgraduate studies for companies and institutions” promotion

in terms of tuition fees at the University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin in the 2025/2026 academic year.

Extra 5%

The “Extra 5%” discount applies to candidates who are accepted for postgraduate studies in the winter/summer semester of the 2025/2026 academic year and pay tuition fees in advance.

The discount is a reduction in tuition fees for the entire course of study. The discount in not available if payment is made in any form other than a single payment.

The “Extra 5%” discount:

  • combines with the “WSPA graduates study with a 10% discount” promotion available at WSPA in Lublin the 2025/2026 academic year
  • does not combine with the “Postgraduate studies for companies and institutions” promotion in terms of tuition fees at the University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin in the 2025/2026 academic year.

Postgraduate Studies for Companies and Institutions

The “Postgraduate studies for companies and institutions” discount applies to institutions that enroll their employees in postgraduate studies at the University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin in the 2025/2026 academic year and submit a declaration of co-financing the studies.

The promotion applies to the entire course of study and is a reduction in tuition fees by:

  • 5% when enrolling 1 employee
  • 10% when enrolling 2-3 employees
  • 15% when enrolling 4 or more employees

The “Postgraduate studies for companies and institutions” discount:

  • combines with the “WSPA graduates study with a 10% discount” promotion
  • does not combine with the “Extra 5%” promotion

in terms of tuition fees at the University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin in the 2025/2026 academic year.

WSPA Graduates Study Without an Entry Fee

The “WSPA graduates study without an entry fee” discount is an exemption from the entry fee for graduates of undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate studies at WSPA.

The entry fee exemption is applicable until further notice and applies to candidates who submit the required documents and are accepted for postgraduate studies in the 2025/2026 academic year.

The entry fee exemption combines with other promotions in terms of tuition fees at the University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin in the 2025/2026 academic year.

10% Discount for Referral

10% discount on the entire course of postgraduate studies for each referred person

  • the discount is permanent
  • the discount is granted only if the given postgraduate studies are opened
  • referred persons must submit enrollment documents for the same studies for which the referrer has applied
  • the “10% discount for referral” promotion does not combine with other promotions: “WSPA graduates study with a 10% discount”, “Extra 5%”, “Postgraduate studies for companies and institutions” in terms of tuition fees at the University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin.

About the studies

Duration and organization of classes

  1. Two semesters
  2. Classes in form of practical classes and lectures
  3. Classes are online
  4. Classes are held Saturdays and Sundays from 8 AM to 5 PM

Graduation certificate

Graduates receive a certificate of completion of postgraduate studies at the University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin, as provided by law.

Conditions for graduation

The requirements for graduation are participation and passing of classes as part of the studies and the defense of the final project.

Additional information

WSPA reserves the right to make minor changes to the program. The opening of studies depends on the number of applications. A detailed study schedule will be provided after the application process is completed.

Study program

Lp. Course name Theoretical classes (number of hours) Practical classes (number of hours) Total number of hours
SEMESTR I 56 64 120
1. How the world is changing: paradigm shifts in modern management 8 0 8
2. Strategic management 8 8 16
3. Human resources management 8 8 16
4. Accounting and finance 8 8 16
5. Managerial competencies 0 16 16
6. Marketing 8 8 16
7. Personal and professional development 8 8 16
8. International business 8 8 16
SEMESTR II 44 84 128
1. Risk management 0 8 8
2. Business negotiations 8 8 16
4. Project management 4 8 12
6. Psychology in management and business 8 8 16
8. Leadership in management 8 8 16
10. Cybersecurity 8 0 8
11. Accessibility issues in management 8 0 8
12. Sources of inspiration: a catalogue of good practices 0 8 8
13. LinkedIn as a networking and personal branding tool 0 8 8
14. Corporate social responsibility. Sustainable development from a CSR/ESG management perspective 0 16 16
15.
Mentoring workshop: preparation for the completion of the final project
0
12
12
         

Total: Theoretical classes 100 | Practical classes 148 | Total number of hours 248

Diploma thesis

The studies end with a defense of the final project/diploma thesis. IMBA students participate in mentoring workshops, and then in seminars held as part of individual consultations with thesis advisors, during which they prepare diploma projects.

The basis for the selection of the seminar by students are the scientific and professional profiles of the lecturers conducting the seminars presented on the distance learning platform. Students participating in online enrollment select only one of the thesis advisors. The diploma project is developed in the student-master system as individual consultations.

  • IMBA studies end with a diploma thesis in the form of a project conforming to the following structure:
  1. Introduction. Profile of the organization. Analysis of the current state.
    2. Objectives of the project.
    3. Identification of the problem/identification of the area needing improvement.
    4. Planned actions.
    5. Predicted results.
    6. Conclusions and recommendations.

Subject areas of the final projects

  • Customer service, communication with the customer.
  • Organizational structure of the organization, company.
  • Internationalization of the company.
  • Finances of companies/public institutions.
  • Corporate financial management.
  • Corporate value management.
  • Sources of financing.
  • Financial analysis of a company.
  • Human capital management.
  • ESG.
  • Project management.
  • Digitization.

Editorial/formal requirements

  • Paper format: A4.
  • Margins: 2.5 cm; margin for binding: 0.5 cm.
  • Text font: Times New Roman, 12 points.
  • Every page of the thesis, excluding the title page, should be uniformly numbered (numbering at the bottom of the page, in the footer, on the outer margin of the page).
  • The text of the thesis should be written in one column and justified (aligned to both margins). Paragraphs are allowed to have indents (max. 1.5 cm) or blocks.
  • Row spacing: 1.5 lines.
  • The thesis should include a table of contents (at the beginning) and a list of attachments (at the end).
  • Minimal number of pages: about 30-35.
  • An important element of every thesis is the bibliography. At the end of the thesis, a list of the literature cited in its content should be included in alphabetical order and compliant with the rules of bibliographic description, a list of cited legal acts and, in justified cases, a list of internet sources with the date of last access.
  • The thesis in the PDF file format should be uploaded to the PUW Platform to the specially prepared personal tab.

Editorial/formal requirements

  • Paper format: A4.
  • Margins: 2.5 cm; margin for binding: 0.5 cm.
  • Text font: Times New Roman, 12 points.
  • Every page of the thesis, excluding the title page, should be uniformly numbered (numbering at the bottom of the page, in the footer, on the outer margin of the page).
  • The text of the thesis should be written in one column and justified (aligned to both margins). Paragraphs are allowed to have indents (max. 1.5 cm) or blocks.
  • Row spacing: 1.5 lines.
  • The thesis should include a table of contents (at the beginning) and a list of attachments (at the end).
  • Minimal number of pages: about 30-35.
  • An important element of every thesis is the bibliography. At the end of the thesis, a list of the literature cited in its content should be included in alphabetical order and compliant with the rules of bibliographic description, a list of cited legal acts and, in justified cases, a list of internet sources with the date of last access.
  • The thesis should be printed double-sided and bound with soft covers.

The final grade of the studies, present on the MBA postgraduate certificate, is the positive grade from the diploma thesis defense or the final examination, in which cases the result of the studies in the sum of 50% of the arithmetic average of grades from credits and examinations and 50% of the grade from the thesis defense and/or the final examination.

The studies end with the defense of the final project/diploma thesis in an online form.
The defense is in the “learning through sharing” model, i.e. in the form of an open project presentation, conducted before the examination committee and among the seminar group. It is a purposefully designed education method that combines the formal requirements of the final grade with the interactive and communal nature of learning. Each student presents the results of their diploma project – including the management solutions applied, the analysis of the organizational problem and the recommendations developed – in the presence of the other participants of the seminar. The presentation is followed by a session of questions and discussions moderated by the committee and, in some cases, with the participation of fellow members of the group.

Objectives and advantages of the method:

  • Peer learning: students have the opportunity to learn about approaches, tools and perspectives applied in a variety of industries and organizational contexts.
  • Inspiration and exchange of experience: it is conductive to sharing good practices, comparing analytical paths and developing managerial thinking.
  • Development of presentation and discussion skills: an open speech before the group and the committee prepares for the reality of presenting projects before boards, clients or stakeholders.
  • Community building: such a defense strengthens integration and cooperation in the group and allows to look at the learning process as a common experience.

Form and proceedings:

  • Student’s presentation (7 minutes)
  • Questions and comments from the committee (3 minutes)
  • Optional short discussion with participation of the members of the group
  • Summary and grading

This form of the defense captures the spirit of a modern MBA program, where practical knowledge, experience sharing and leadership competencies development are as important as meeting formal examination requirements.

 

FILES TO DOWNLOAD:

Admissions

Detailed information about admission rules can be found here.

Fees

Entry fee: 500 PLN / 118 EUR
(WSPA graduates are exempt from the entry fee)

IMBA online
Monthly payment: 7 500 PLN / 1 750 EUR
Payment per year: 15 000 PLN / 3 500 EUR

Account number for payments in PLN:

Bank Pekao S.A
Account number: 34 1240 5497 1111 0000 5006 2380
BIC code (SWIFT): PKOPPLPW

Account number for payments in EUR:

Bank Pekao S.A
Account number: 51 1240 1503 1978 0010 9786 3927
BIC code (SWIFT): PKOPPLPW

Meet our faculty members

  • Paweł Prokop, MA

    Master of Law. Founder and President of the Foundation for Managerial Initiatives.


    Plenipotentiary of the Mayor of Lublin for Social Participation and Cross-Border Cooperation, Director of the Representation of the Polish-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce in Lublin, trainer and consultant in the management of public, social, and business sector institutions. Author of numerous international cooperation programs (including with the USA, Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Italy, and Germany), and an expert in local government and social programs, particularly in long-term innovative projects. An academic teacher at the University College of Enterprise and Administration (WSPA) for 20 years; co-organizer of numerous conferences and educational initiatives implemented jointly with WSPA; academic supervisor of postgraduate programs: Human Capital Management and Public Administration Manager. Member of the Quality Team for the Management program. The Foundation for Managerial Initiatives serves as a technology partner for the Administration, Management, and International Relations programs at WSPA. The collaboration includes co-developing new specializations, accepting students for internships, and providing opinions on the study programs.

  • Szymon Włodarczyk, MA


    Since 2022, he has served as CEO of Hemplab Sp. z o.o., a company specializing in contract manufacturing of dietary supplements, functional foods, and feed additives. During the establishment and development of the company, he was comprehensively responsible for key business areas, including marketing and sales development, financial management, and production process optimization. Additionally, he successfully carried out the company’s internationalization process, resulting in partnerships and sales across more than 10 foreign markets. Previously, before founding Hemplab, he was Export Director at Modern-Expo and Export Manager at DLS, where he was responsible for developing and implementing export strategies, strengthening the companies’ presence in international markets.

  • Mariusz Sagan, PhD

    Director of the Strategy and Investor Services Department at the City of Lublin


    Plenipotentiary of the Mayor of Lublin for the Special Economic Zone and start-ups. Co-author of the Lublin Development Strategy 2020 and 2030, also responsible for their implementation. Initiator of programs in Lublin such as Study in Lublin, Lubelska Wyżyna IT, and Lubelska Medycyna – a medical cluster. Expert and practitioner in strategic development stimulation, entrepreneurship promotion, urban development strategy design, and attracting international investors. Since 2009, lecturer at the College of Enterprise Studies at the Warsaw School of Economics (SGH) and other universities, including MBA programs. Author and co-author of over 100 publications in the fields of regional development, urban strategy, international business, and enterprise management, including numerous articles in American and British journals such as Cross Cultural Management, Managing Service Quality, Marketing Education Review, and Chinese Management Studies. He has presented his research at conferences in several countries, including China, the USA, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Portugal, and others. From 2014 to 2016, he was a member of the Global Advisory Board at the Center for Leadership and Management, Rutgers University, USA.

  • Dr. Valerij Dermol, PhD


    Dr. Valerij Dermol obtained his PhD from the Faculty of Economics at the University of Ljubljana. He has extensive experience working in international consulting firms and as an independent consultant, trainer, and educator in the fields of marketing, sales, leadership, management, and communication. Since 2007, he has served as a professor and researcher at several Slovenian and international higher education institutions, focusing on research and teaching in areas such as entrepreneurship, organizational learning, knowledge management, and human resource development. He participates in various educational programs and numerous research and development projects, including EU-funded initiatives, and organizes international conferences. Additionally, he is involved in publishing and editorial work. He serves as the chief editor or associate editor of several international scientific journals and has published numerous scientific papers and monographs.

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