Why Study On One Campus When You Can Study On Six?

In our increasingly global society, conventional geographic borders are breaking down every day. This phenomenon is seen nowhere more clearly than with today’s business school curricula, many of which now prioritize classroom diversity and the cultivation of an international outlook as part of their aims. It follows that studying at more than one school -- particularly an international one -- offers a fast track to the kind of enrichment necessitated by the contemporary global business landscape.

Let’s count down a few specific reasons why a multi-campus MBA program will not only strengthen your academic portfolio and employment prospects, but just might make you a better person in the process. We’ll also take a closer look at one program which more than makes the grade when it comes to cultivating international exchange.

Wondering what multiple schools can do for you that one can’t? Consider these four reasons:

1. Every Campus is Unique

Campuses are like snowflakes: no two are the same. From diverse architecture to unique traditions, every campus (and campus setting) has its own offerings. Why limit yourself to experiencing just one, when there are so many waiting to be discovered?

Not only does spending time at more than one school make life more exciting, but it also fosters the development of another vital characteristic: flexibility. While we can’t always control our surroundings, we can control our ability to acclimate to them. Spending time on different campuses with different people gives students valuable practice at adapting to both the expected and unexpected -- one of life’s most useful traits.

2. You’ll Gain Exponential Expertise

Every university offers its own set of academic, professional and even cultural resources. Want to make the most of your time in business school? Leverage all of these across multiple institutions.

Each new school has new classes, programs, faculty and industry connections which, when combined with others, adds up to a more comprehensive, well-rounded academic experience and attractive resume.

3. You’ll Nurture Your Network

Networking is an important part of any b-school student’s career trajectory. Simply put: who you know opens doors. Accordingly, the more people you know, the more options become available to you.

Studying at multiple campuses delivers the chance to interact with more faculty, staff and students, while internships, excursions and community service opportunities further expand your global network with each new setting. Not only that, but you’ll be growing each step of the way: learning how to collaborate across different backgrounds, experiences, beliefs and even languages is a priceless skill.

In addition to being of value for their professional potential, these connections also have another very real and life-changing benefit: lasting friendships.

4. It Can Be Integrated into Your Worklife

Not all campuses are physical. Today’s online b-school programs mean aspiring students can pursue their academic goals without stepping off of their career track. Students in online MBA programs gain the advantage of a completely accessible academic experience from wherever they are. While mobility is the imperative, the option to stay put can also be of value.

Introducing...The EuroMBA

One multi-campus MBA program generating a lot of buzz for all of the reasons above? The EuroMBA.

This internationally angled, global program comprises a consortium of six top European universities and business schools, including Maastricht University, IAE Aix-en-Provence Graduate School of Management, Eada, HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, Audencia Nantes School of Management, and Kozminski University. With all of the prominent players in the mix, it’s not surprising that the EuropeMBA has earned top four worldwide rankings from The Economist.

One highlight of the Euro MBA program is its versatile “best of both worlds” approach. Students take ten online courses which are supplemented by six residential weeks during which students get valuable face-to-face learning opportunities.

Just how diverse is he EuroMBA community? With participants of more than 20 different nationalities with more than 50 percent living outside their home countries, the EuroMBA is the by definition of a global community. Furthermore, students average 11 years of previous working experience, meaning they bring to the table a breadth and depth of backgrounds which vastly enrich classroom dialogue.

According to an Institute of International Education Survey of CEOs, a whopping 60 percent of today’s business and industry leaders acknowledge the importance of international study as part of their hiring strategies. The number spikes to 90 percent for those who had studied abroad themselves. The takeaway? Students who seek out these opportunities gain a critical inside edge in today’s competitive business market. The EuroMBA fuses all of the benefits of a b-school degree with the inimitable added bonus of an international component...and then some.