{"id":131,"date":"2024-12-17T19:35:06","date_gmt":"2024-12-17T19:35:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/rim2\/?page_id=131"},"modified":"2025-11-04T09:23:49","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T09:23:49","slug":"master-of-business-administrationmba","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rim.edu.bt\/?page_id=131","title":{"rendered":"Master of Business Administration(MBA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>About the Course<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Royal Institute of Management offers an internationally recognized Master of Business Administration (MBA) program in collaboration with the University of Canberra (UC), Australia. Our MBA program is a blend of rigorous coursework with applied research, preparing graduates to lead, innovate, and manage across a wide range of sectors within and outside the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MBA program is designed to equip you with comprehensive knowledge, practical skills, and strategic thinking in key areas of business\u2014including leadership, applied economics, marketing, entrepreneurship, and human capital management. Beyond classroom learning, you will gain real-world industry experience through research projects embedded within the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are seeking to accelerate your current career or exploring new entrepreneurial ventures, our MBA program is designed to help you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Why Study the International MBA at RIM?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>1. A Global Degree with Local Relevance: Offered in partnership with the UC, the MBA program is co-designed, co-delivered, and quality-assured by UC faculty. The program embraces international standards and practices, while being contextually relevant to Bhutan and the region.<\/p>\n<p>2. Learn from a Diverse Pool of Experts: Engage with highly qualified faculty from RIM and UC, as well as visiting international lecturers and industry professionals from the country. Through a collaborative learning environment, you will have the opportunity to expand your professional network, collaborate on research projects, and expand your career opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>3. Hands-On Industry Engagement: Apply your learning directly to real business challenges through industry-based research projects. These projects offer you the opportunity to work with organizations, develop practical solutions, and build meaningful connections in the world of business.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Program Highlights<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dual academic input from RIM and UC<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research-led, industry-informed learning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emphasis on leadership, innovation, and ethical business practices, including the GNH concepts and principles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible support for working professionals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internationally recognized qualification upon completion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Admission requirements<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be eligible for admission into the MBA program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a Bachelor\u2019s degree in a related field, OR<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a Bachelor\u2019s degree in an unrelated field AND have at least three years of relevant work experience, OR<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a Bachelor\u2019s degree in an unrelated field and a Graduate Certificate in Business or a higher qualification.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>English Language Requirement:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Applicants are required to produce English language proficiency certificates. A minimum overall IELTS Academic score of 6.5, with no individual band score below 6.0, is required. Alternatively, applicants may provide proof of English Language Proficiency Certificate (from BCSEA for domestic students).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Details can be found on the University of Canberra\u2019s website at <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canberra.edu.au\/future-students\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.canberra.edu.au\/future-students\/get-into-uc\/entryrequirements\/academic-entry-requirements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Please note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> All applications will be assessed, and final eligibility determined by the University of Canberra Admissions Office.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fees and Program Structure<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The total course fee for domestic students is Nu. 350,000 for the entire program, which is payable on a trimester basis. The course fees stated here will be applicable from the 2026 intake onwards and are subject to change in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The International MBA is a 36-credit point program comprising 12 core units, each worth 3 credit points. Unlike at the UC, there are no elective units offered at the Royal Institute of Management. Credit transfer may be granted to eligible students with prior learning or equivalent qualifications, upon the evaluation and approval by the UC.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rim.edu.bt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Business-Decision-Making-G.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click here for the unit lists<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Credit arrangements<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with the UC course rules and university policy. Students applying for any credit transfer will have to be applied to the UC Admissions Office directly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Course Admissions<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The admission for the course is centralized at the University of Canberra. Students can directly apply to the Admission Office through UC\u2019s online student system \u2013 Study Link portal <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/student-canberra.studylink.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/student-canberra.studylink.com\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The admission for the course is open year-round. For easy admission process, please follow the following steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open the portal <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/student-canberra.studylink.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">link<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for registration.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Login using the username and password.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search for RIM MBA using the code 723AL<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the Apply Now button to access the application forms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete the questions and uploads documents in acceptable format<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the Study Link Portal to check the application status<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applicants who received their offer need to accept the offer online\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">support@studylink.com <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for any assistance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Course intake and detailed information<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The International MBA program at the Royal Institute of Management has one intake per year, typically in February. For detailed and up-to-date information on the program structure, admission criteria, and academic calendar, please visit the official course page on the UC\u2019s<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canberra.edu.au\/course\/723AL\/4\/2023\"><b>website<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For any further information regarding the MBA course, please contact following officials:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mrs. Karma Tshomo | Phone : 17921835<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telephone No. +975-2-351013\/351014\/ ext-139<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email: mba_uc@rim.edu.bt \/ <\/span><a href=\"mailto:karma_tshomo@rim.edu.bt\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">karma_tshomo@rim.edu.bt<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr. Dorji Wangchuk | <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: 17968207 |<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email: <\/span><a href=\"mailto:dorji_wangchuk@rim.edu.bt\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dorji_wangchuk@rim.edu.bt<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the Course The Royal Institute of Management offers an internationally recognized Master of Business Administration (MBA) program in collaboration with the University of Canberra (UC), Australia. 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