Unicollege – Westcliff University Programs
Unicollege and Westcliff University partner to deliver graduate-level academic programs, including Master’s and Doctoral degrees, within an international learning environment. Unicollege, a degree-granting higher education institution based in Italy, manages international outreach, student orientation, academic advising, and enrollment support, while Westcliff University, a WASC-accredited university in the United States, provides all academic delivery, instruction, assessment, and supervision from program start through graduation. Programs are offered fully online and are designed to accommodate international learners across disciplines and academic levels, while also offering exclusive partner-granted scholarships for Unicollege applicants, dedicated international cohorts with schedules aligned to European time zones, and personalized one-to-one academic and administrative assistance throughout the program. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded a U.S.-accredited degree from Westcliff University, recognized internationally.
MBA Program Description
The Master of Business Administration degree program prepares individuals for careers in management. More specifically, its aim is to provide an opportunity for students to develop knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and understanding that will build a strong foundation for growth into competent business management professionals. Graduates are well prepared to seek employment in major industries, including computer-related services, investment banking/securities and consulting in the areas of marketing, research, analysis, and/or finance. The assignments required for the completion of the program include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).
Program Structure
- 2 years full-time (the duration may be shorter depending on the number of credits recognized from prior academic studies and/or validated professional experience).
- Candidates may apply for credit recognition (up to 50% of the total credit requirement) based on prior academic studies or relevant professional experience
- Fully online, designed for international and multi-time-zone participation
- Typically one live taught class per week
- Weekly readings, applied assignments, and assessments
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A Bachelor-level degree from a regionally, nationally, or internationally accredited institution (including NACES-recognized credentials)
- English language proficiency for non-native English speakers
Enrollments are open all year round with starting windows every 2 months.
Tuition and Scholarships
Applicants applying through Unicollege may access exclusive partner-granted scholarships of up to 75% of the total program cost, awarded based on academic merit, prior academic achievements, and professional experience.
Enrollment
Applying through Unicollege provides access to dedicated guidance, enhanced scholarship opportunities, and personalized admissions support.
For applications or further information, please contact: admissions@unicollege.eu
Curriculum
Required Courses
MBA Core Required Courses – 21 Credit Hours
- ECO 500 – Managerial Economics (3 credit hours)
- FIN 500 – Financial & Accounting Skills for Managers (3 credit hours)
- LDR 500 – Organizational Leadership (3 credit hours)
- MGT 500 – Strategic Management in a Globalized Economy (3 credit hours)
- MIS 500 – Managing Information Systems & Technology (3 credit hours)
- MKT 500 – Marketing Management (3 credit hours)
- ORG 500 – Organizational Behavior (3 credit hours)
Capstone Course – 3 Credit Hours
- CAP 611 – SMART Capstone (3 credit hours)
Concentrations – 12 Credit Hours
In addition to the MBA core curriculum, students may choose to complete a concentration by taking four (4) courses totaling 12 credit hours in a selected specialization area. Concentration options can be discussed during Unicollege’s one-to-one orientation sessions or explored directly on the dedicated Master of Business Administration pages on the Westcliff University website.