PwC Mini MBA

Session 1: 
Corporate&Business Strategy

The introductory module of the PwC’s Mini MBA programme sets the tone for the program by introducing a comprehensive mapping technique designed to illuminate the primary areas where organisations can cultivate growth.

The module commences with an overview of the contemporary business environment. It emphasises the dynamic nature of organisations in the 21st century, which undergo constant transformation driven by technological advancements and disruptive innovation, but also by factors as consumer behaviour shift, globalisation and demographic changes.

Following this introduction, the module delves into an in-depth exploration of 3 levels of strategy – Corporate, Business, and Functional – and delineates the objectives pertinent to each level. Participants are guided through PwC’s Mini MBA map, acquainting themselves with the concepts of external and internal analysis as integral components of strategic planning.

Moreover, participants will be expected to map their existing business experience onto these theoretical models and engage in discussions regarding the practical application of these models in real-life business environments.

Tutor: Miro Smolović, PMP

1 & 2 April 2025
11:00 am - 05:00 pm CET

Session 2: Operational Agility: Strategies for Efficiency

The "Operational Agility: Strategies for Efficiency" module is a natural progression from the “Corporate and Business Strategy” module, designed to equip Mini-MBA participants with the requisite knowledge, skills, and tools essential for steering and overseeing high-performing, adaptable operations across diverse business landscapes.

This module explores in depth the day-to-day operational management and process optimisation within a business context. It delineates the distinction between strategic planning, product design, resource management, and quality enhancement, emphasizing the pivotal role of operations management in executing strategic objectives and ensuring organisational effectiveness.

It is dedicated to imparting practical insights and actionable strategies for crafting and implementing operations plans. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to translate strategic vision into operational reality.

By emphasizing the integration of operational tactics with strategic objectives, this module empowers participants to navigate the complexities of modern business environments with agility and proficiency, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Tutor: Dr. Antonios Michail

24 & 25 April 2025
11:00 am - 05:00 pm CET

Session 3: Enabled Organisation

This module explores the link between organisational structure and management effectiveness. It addresses key topics like complexity and change, and looks at the management skills needed to respond intelligently. It is based on the idea that more traditional management styles (that place an emphasis on command and control) are becoming less suited to an business environment where talent is mobile, innovation is essential and connection is everywhere.

The module will challenge participants to explore the impact of change on themselves and on the people they manage. It will also look at the importance of differentiating between ‘performance’ and ‘contribution’ when giving feedback and creating a more engaged workforce.

The module will also identify and rehearse a set of skills (including coaching skills) that are aimed at helping staff cope with, and respond positively to, the changes they are facing.

Tutor: Tim Kemp, MA, MBA

28, 29 & 30 April 2025
03:00 - 07:00 pm CET

Session 4: Innovation & Creative Thinking 

The "Innovation and Creative Thinking" module is specifically crafted to empower participants with the critical skills required to initiate and sustain innovation within their organisations. This module provides the tools and insights necessary to transform innovative concepts into practical solutions that can significantly impact business success.

The curriculum is designed to challenge conventional thinking patterns and encourage a departure from traditional solutions. By fostering a deep understanding of the innovation theory, coupled with practical techniques, this module ensures that participants can adapt and thrive in diverse business environments.

Interactive sessions, along with collaborative projects, practical exercises, insightful discussions, and case studies of successful innovations, will provide participants with a real-world perspective on overcoming challenges through creativity. This learning experience not only enhances individual capabilities but also prepares participants to lead their organisations towards a more innovative and competitive future.

Tutor: Dr. Antonios Michail

7 May 2025
10:00 am - 05:00 pm CET

Session 5: Project Management in Everyday 
Business

This module has been designed to provide an understanding of the importance of project management methodology and approach in everyday business. The goal of the module is to help participants develop a unified approach to project management challenges, fostering the reduction of stress associated with project management, and increasing the likelihood of completing projects on time, within budget, and meeting the required quality standards.

Furthermore, through practical exercises, participants will learn about the most essential project management tools and techniques.

During the module, you will focus on how to:

• Initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control, and close a project

• Understand and manage stakeholder requirements and expectations

• Manage a project in line with organisational strategy

  Understand the processes necessary for the successful completion of a project

Tutor: Miro Smolović, PMP

14, 15 & 16 May 2025
03:00 - 07:00 pm CET

Session 6: Leadership in 21st Century

High-quality leadership is a hallmark of successful organisations. Some people have a natural talent for the role, but good leadership can also be learned through training, coaching and practice. The quality of leadership in place through the ranks of an organisation will, in large part, determine the success of that organisation in the long term. It is therefore essential that anyone entrusted with a position and responsibility for leading people fully understands and appreciates what this leadership role requires in practice.

In this module, the emphasis is placed upon the efforts to understand individuals and to create an environment where differences, new ideas, curiosity and innovation are encouraged and cultivated.

Tutor: Tim Kemp, MA, MBA

26, 27 & 28 May 2025
03:00 - 07:00 pm CET

Session 7: Accounting Basics & Financial Management

This module attempts to provide the basic principles of Accounting & Finance as it includes the areas that people involved in business should be aware of, mainly at an understanding level (not necessarily synthesis).

It covers areas such as budgets, analysis of financial statements, the concepts of assets, capital, profit, revenues, margin, dividends, cash flows and other items.

Strategy and financial strategy

• The role of finance in modern companies

• Accounting and the accounting cycle

• Understanding financial statements:

– Income statement

– Balance sheet

– Cash flow

• Managerial accounting and Financial decisions

• Concept of costs and break even point

4, 5 & 6 June 2025
03:00 - 07:00 pm CET

Session 8: Marketing in the digital age

Market positioning, combining off-line and on-line marketing tactics; social media for businesses, the importance of content & video and finding the right balance; Customer Relationship Management through software systems & automation. 

Marketing involves identifying the customer’s needs and wants and satisfying them through the appropriate “marketing mix”. Together with an analysis of the external environment (from a marketing viewpoint), customers and competitors, these will be the focus of this module. 

In addition, it should be noted that areas such as branding, Internet marketing, marketing through social media and other concepts and ideas will be explored.

There is a dominant move in the market towards visualisation (videos) and content marketing and these will be explored along with other important trends.

Participants should be able to use various marketing tools and theories in real life examples as well as a good look in the area of ethics in marketing.


11, 12 & 13 June 2025
03:00 pm - 07:00 pm CET

Session 9: Linking it all together 

This module links together all the other modules. It will help you to put the individual parts of the programme together into one cohesive whole and thus help you understand in depth the functioning of the business world.

At the end of it, you will take part in the Harvard Case Study Assessment Paper. By completing this case study, you will receive the PwC Mini MBA certificate. 

Tutor: Miro Smolović, PMP

23 June 2025
10:00 am - 05:00 pm CET

Case study assessment paper

2.5 hours