Krakow School of Business KUE
Postgraduate studies:
Global Business Management & Analysis
in English
Comprehensive, two-semester business-focused programme designed to address the challenges related to analysis, data processing, and management in international business. The programme is founded on a holistic approach to data management, corporate architecture, and the contemporary conditions of conducting business on an international scale.
Why choose Global Business Management & Analysis?
> You will learn how to conduct research, perform analyses, and evaluate business models,
> You will gain an understanding of mechanisms for solving organisational challenges in international business,
> You will learn how to identify requirements for business processes and IT solutions,
> You will explore tools and methods for team leadership, teamwork, and business analysis in an international context,
> You will develop interpersonal skills and competencies in creative thinking and collaborative work.
The Global Business Management & Analysis postgraduate programme was established at the Department of International Economic Relations within the Institute of Economics of Kraków University of Economics (formerly the Academy of Economics). Administrative support is provided by the Krakow School of Business at Krakow University of Economics in cooperation with the Department. The programme is conducted in English, while student support is provided in both English and Polish.
Programme Objective:
To prepare participants to take on roles such as leaders in multicultural teams, business analysts, or team managers in international institutions.
Who is the programme for?
The Global Business Management & Analysis programme is designed for you if:
> you are an international student or professional,
> you work for a company (particularly an international corporation) or an institution operating in the business services or data analytics sector,
> you are a project manager or a member of a project team in the finance sector or other industries,
> you want to expand your knowledge and develop new competencies in international business development, management, and data analysis.
Organisation of Classes:
We focus on convenience and flexibility — that is why our classes are held at weekends, on campus at Kraków University of Economics. Classes are held:
> on Fridays — starting at 4:45 p.m.,
> on Saturdays (and occasionally Sundays) — starting at 8:45 a.m. and continuing until the afternoon.
The programme includes an average of two weekend sessions per month, allowing you to easily combine your studies with your professional and personal life.
All classes are held on the UEK campus — in a well-connected location with a welcoming atmosphere and facilities designed to support students.
We combine theory with practice, but above all, we create a friendly environment for professional and personal development!
Upon passing the final examination, you will receive:
> a certificate of completion of the Global Business Management & Analysis postgraduate programme (in accordance with the Act of 20 July 2018 – Law on Higher Education and Science, Journal of Laws of 2021, item 478),
> a diploma issued by the Krakow School of Business at Kraków University of Economics,
> a certificate of participation in project management training incorporating the Agile approach,
> a certificate of participation in Power BI training.
Tuition Fee
4250 PLN per semester
Study Mode
on-campus
Number of Hours
164 hours
2 semesters
Assessment Method
final examination
Head of Program
Arkadiusz Mroczek, Ph.D.
Contact
Studies Coordinator
Dominik Franczyk
Tel: +48 12 293 59 74
E-mail: dominik.franczyk@uek.krakow.pl
Faculty
Arkadiusz Mroczek, Ph.D.
Head of Program
Joseph Abodakpi, Ph.D.
Global Economy and Geopolitics of Corporations
Assoc. prof. Piotr Stanek, Ph.D.
Computer-Aided Data Analysis in International Business
Assoc. prof. Marek Szarucki, Ph.D.
Strategic Management
Kinga Nawracaj-Grygiel, Ph.D.
International Economics
Wojciech Polan, Ph.D.
International Business Negotiations
Assoc. prof. Katarzyna Sanak-Kosmowska, Ph.D.
Digital Marketing & PR
Agnieszka Pach-Gurgul, Ph.D.
Energy Transformation Management
Robert Szydło, Ph.D.
Diversity and Human Resources Management
Piotr Sedlak, Ph.D.
Change Management
Ruprecht von Heusinger, Ph.D.
International Finance
Assoc. prof. Bartosz Kurek, Ph.D.
International Accounting
Karolina Zmitrowicz, MA
Business Analysis - Introduction
Michał Zieliński, MA
Power BI in business practice
Tomasz Czechowski, MA
Agile Project Management
Roman Huptas, Ph.D.
Descriptive Statistics in International Trade and Business
Marta Ulbrych, Ph.D.
Technological Upgrading and Labour Market
Programme Curriculum
- International Economics
- Global Economy and Geopolitics of Corporations
- International Business Negotiations
- Technological Upgrading and Labour Market
- Strategic Management
- Digital Marketing & PR
- Energy Transformation Management
- Diversity and Human Resources Management
- Change Management
- International Finance
- International Accounting
- Descriptive Statistics in International Trade and Business
- Business Analysis – Introduction
- Computer-Aided Data Analysis in International Business
- Power BI in business practice
- Agile Project Management
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay the tuition fee in instalments?
Yes. The tuition fee can be paid in instalments. For the two-semester programme starting in the winter semester, the tuition fee is divided into four instalments of 25% each. The payment deadlines are 30 October, 30 December, 30 March and 30 May. The recruitment fee of PLN 200 is paid separately during the recruitment process.
| Installment | Studies starting in the summer semester (February/March) | Studies starting in the winter semester (September/October) |
| Recruitment fee (PLN 200) | Payment in the IRK system before the end of the recruitment process | Payment in the IRK system before the end of the recruitment process |
| 1st installment (25% of tuition fee) | Payment by March 30 | Payment by October 30 |
| 2nd installment (25% of tuition fee) | Payment by May 30 | Payment by December 30 |
| 3rd installment (25% of tuition fee) | Payment by October 30 | Payment by March 30 |
| 4th installment (25% of tuition fee) | Payment by December 30 | Payment by May 30 |
What level of English is required? Do I need IELTS or TOEFL?
The programme is conducted entirely in English, so a good command of English is required to participate effectively in classes. No IELTS or TOEFL certificate is required for admission.
What documents are required during the recruitment process?
You need to register in the IRK system and provide a diploma confirming completion of higher education (Bachelor’s, Engineering or Master’s degree). The recruitment process also includes payment of the PLN 200 recruitment fee.
International applicants are additionally required to provide a document confirming their legal stay in Poland, such as a valid visa, residence card or another document confirming their legal right to stay in Poland. Additional documents may be required depending on your individual situation.
Can my employer pay for my studies?
Yes. Your studies can be financed by your employer. In this case, you need to complete the appropriate company-financing form and provide the required information for invoicing. The university can issue a pro forma invoice for the company. For employer-funded studies, the tuition fee is paid in two instalments.
Can the university help me obtain a visa?
The programme is a postgraduate programme and does not provide a basis for obtaining a student visa. KSB does not provide visa sponsorship or arrange visas for participants. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they have the appropriate legal basis to stay in Poland for the duration of their studies.
How long does the programme take?
The Global Business Management & Analysis programme lasts two semesters and consists of 164 hours of classes. For programmes starting in the winter semester, classes usually begin in mid-October and continue until the end of June. The programme is conducted entirely in English. Certificates of completion are usually available for collection at the turn of July and August.