The Lagos Business School MBA

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The Lagos Business School MBA
The Lagos Business School MBA
Developing responsible leaders for Africa and the world
“LBS is community of people committed to creating
and transmitting management and business knowledge
based on a Christian conception of the human person
and of economic activity and relevant to Nigeria and
Africa at large. We strive to be a world-class business
school which will have a significant impact on the
practice of management. “
Our Mission
Founded in 1991
Special focus on business ethics
Global outlook, local content
General management curriculum
Expert Faculty
World-class facilities
Renowned Alumni Network
Case study methodology
In the business hub of Nigeria
LBS: Exceptional education in the fundamentals
of management
• A rewarding learning opportunity
with our outstanding faculty and
industry experts
• A unique student experience that
ensures learning takes place while
also enjoying the hospitality of LBS,
its people and the city
• An ideal forum for networking
within a vibrant and connected
alumni association
• A blend of universal management
knowledge with the peculiar skills
for doing business in emerging
markets
Why LBS?
Experience a cultural immersion in Lagos with several artistic landmarks and
activities held annually in the city.
Eyo Festival | Lagos Book and Art Festival | Lagos Carnival | Lagos Jazz Series |
Eko International Film Festival | Lagos Theatre Festival | Lagos Black Heritage
Festival
Why an exchange in Lagos?
• Lagos is the financial capital of the
Nigerian economy. Nigeria is a middle
income, mixed economy and emerging
market with expanding financial, service,
communications, technology and
entertainment sectors.
• Nigeria’s economy is the largest economy
in Africa and set to become one of the 20
largest in the world by 2020.
• Lagos, home to some 18 million
inhabitants , is culturally diverse with a
mixture of affluent and low income
residents.
Why an exchange in Lagos?
Nigeria’s economy has been
growing at 6% in the past
few years and the growth is
expected to continue. Being
here is an opportunity to
study the economy up-close
for future investments or
knowledge that can be
shared with companies in
your home country.
The trade zone is
offering100% foreign
ownership of investments, repatriation of capital, profit and dividends, custom duties
and levies, tax free imports of raw materials and components for goods destined for reexport, waiver on all import and export licenses, permission to sell manufactured,
imported and assembled goods to the Nigerian domestic market, restriction free to hire
foreign employees, waiver on all expatriate quotas for companies operating in the zone.
Why an Exchange in Lagos?
Why an exchange in Lagos?
Learning at LBS
MBA Class Profile
School Exchange The student who has been selected for a exchange at
Application Procedure LBS is required to send the following information:
• Curriculum Vitae
• Digital portrait (format.jpg/150 dpi’s/207x266
pixels/coloured/formal wear from shoulders up)
Course Selection The courses for the semester (core course and
Process electives) are listed at the end of this document. The
Visiting School should approve the course selections
and arrange for credit transfer for students on
completion of the programme.
Visas Exchange students may enter the country as tourists,
but if they are planning to stay longer than three
months, it is necessary to find out the requirements
of the Nigerian consulate or embassy.
Information for Exchange
Academic Structure Classes are based on 75-minute sessions. Exchange
students need to sign up for the equivalent of 9
LBS credit hours (or three courses) per semester.
Dress Code Formal business wear every day. No tank tops,
sandals, shorts, mini skirts, jeans, athletic shoes,
sweatpants or slippers are allowed. We respect
cultural and religious outfits.
Information for Exchange
Housing Available hostel accommodation at our university
campus. Students will also receive assistance in
getting secure and comfortable lodgings close to LBS.
Rent Cost N161,000 per bed per month in hostels. For three
people sharing a flat, students should be prepared to
pay up to N100,000 per month. (approx. $500
depending on the prevailing exchange rates)
Living expenses Between N30,000-N50,000 per month (approximately
$150-$250 depending on the prevailing exchange
rates)
Health insurance This should be obtained from home country, but
covering health issues in Nigeria. Alternatively, this
can be secured in Nigeria on arrival if an exchange
student is unable to obtain one in their home
country. It will cost about N30,000 ($150) for three
months.
Information for Exchange
Period
Activity
08.00 am – 08.55 am
Group Meeting
09.00 am –10.15 am
1st Session
10.15 am – 10.45 am
Tea Break
10.45 am – 12 noon
2nd session
12 noon – 12.15 pm
Break
12.15 pm – 1.30 pm
3rd Session
1.30 pm – 2.15 pm
Lunch Break
2.15 pm – 3.30 pm
4th session
A typical day at LBS
School Address Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University,
Km 22 Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ajah, Lagos.
Website www.lbs.edu.ng
Contact Details Joan Egwuterai, email: [email protected]
Language of instruction English
Career Management Yes. The MBA Career Office will provide advice
Office on career issues and the job environment in
Nigeria
Term of Exchange First term, second year
Begins October 5, 2015
Ends March 15, 2016
Examination dates December 7 & 8, 2015 and March 10 & 11, 2016
Application Deadline June 10, 2015
School Details
LBS runs an 18-week semester. Exchange students can choose courses
in either the first or second half of the semester for their convenience.
Courses may also be chosen in both halves of the semester.
First Half
Oct 5 – Dec 11, 2015
Entrepreneurship *
Purchasing, Supply & Chain Management
Service Management
Business Law
Tax Planning
Managing Corporate Power & Politics
Second Half
Jan 11 – Mar 15, 2016
Microeconomic Environment of Business
Human Resources Management
Strategic Management II
Entrepreneurship*
Negotiation
Financial Strategy of the Firm
Project Management
Competing with Technology & Innovation
Financial Modeling
Micro-economics of Competitiveness
* Note that entrepreneurship runs for the entire semester.
Elective Courses