FLEXIBLE INNOVATIVE REWArDING MANCHESTEr GLOBAL MBA INTErNATIONAL TrANSfOrmATIONAL APPLIED

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Original Thinking Applied

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Manchester

Dubai

Singapore

Shanghai

So Paulo

Hong Kong

Miami

Experience workshops that motivate, group projects that challenge and colleagues that inspire.

The Manchester Global Part-time MBA . Step up. Change direction. Transform your career. With this global programme you can study with us in Manchester, Dubai, Shanghai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Miami or So Paulo. Immerse yourself in new cultures. Build your international network and explore different ways of doing business with world leading experts. Then theres the unique Manchester Method. It focuses on applied learning. It stimulates original thinking. It gets you noticed. From day one, the Manchester MBA gives you the confidence to make bigger, better business decisions. Deciding to apply will be one of your best.

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Contents

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Manchesters firsts. Second to noneP06 Raise your profile and earning potentialP08 Study with the bestP10 A truly global programmeP12 Lead. Innovate. AchieveP14 The programmeP16
Finance and Accelerated Finance pathways Engineering pathway Projects pathway

A blended approach to learningP24 The Manchester MethodP26 Global perspective. Local insightP28 Transform your careerP32 Original thinkers inspire original thinkingP34 A network of opportunitiesP36 The right balanceP38 How to applyP40

Part of 1% of business schools to be awarded triple accreditation status

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Manchesters firsts. Second to none

Our original thinkers are legendary. Their achievements resonate worldwide.

The University of Manchester - a winning heritage

5th

7th

40th

At Manchester Business School we take our inspiration from the city around us and the University we are part of. Established in 1824, the University of Manchester is the largest single-site university in the UK. The University is ranked 40th in the world, seventh in Europe and fifth in the UK 1, and almost two-thirds of its research is ranked as world-leading or internationally excellent 2. Manchester and its people are renowned for their vision, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. The city was the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution; its where the first atom was split and where the first computer was built. Today, Manchester ranks as one of the best places to do business in Europe and has the fastest growing economy in the UK. This spirit of innovation is fundamental to the Manchester Global Part-time MBA. For 50 years, our original, influential teaching and research has informed business on a local, national and international level.

Students in Manchester and worldwide

40,000+

Ranked 5th in the UK, 7th in Europe and 40th in the world1

Est.

1824

Nobel Prize winners

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1. Shanghai Jiao Tong World University Rankings 2012 2. Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) 2008

How Manchester Business School measures up

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* Doctoral ranking2
Est. 1965, jointly the 1st business school in the UK Largest campus based business and management school in the UK

The UKs leading centre for business research (2008 RAE)

FT Global MBA rankings 2013

5th

11th

29th

In the UK

In Europe

Globally

Global locations

Triple accredited

1. Shanghai Jiao Tong World University Rankings 2012; 2. Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2013

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Raise your profile and earning potential

From day one, this MBA programme is structured to make a huge difference to your career.

Flexible The Manchester Global Part-time MBA is designed to fit around work and personal commitments. World class teaching is delivered in blocks at residential workshops, with online activity to enrich the learning experience. There is also real international flexibility within the programme; you can attend workshops at any of our global locations. Your time out of the office is scheduled in advance and you can study where in the world suits you best. International Diversity is ingrained - our teaching staff bring experience from across the globe and executives on the programme represent 120 different nationalities. You will gain new perspectives and learn to work alongside people from a wide range of cultures and industry backgrounds.

Practical Were experts in delivering practical management education; we call it The Manchester Method and weve been doing it for nearly 50 years. Our practice-based approach focuses on addressing real-world business problems. We dont just give you the theory; we ensure you learn how to apply it in your working life immediately, with live case studies, interactive workshops, business simulations and the live company project. Transformational The Manchester Global Part-time MBA arms you with knowledge and skills in core business disciplines, strategy and people management and teaches you to apply them. Studying with colleagues from different cultures and professions will continually enhance your learning and shape your development. You will change as an individual and contribute immediate benefits to your organisation; helping you stand out and develop your career as you study. As a result, many students change position, department, sector and even country as they progress through the programme.

 We offer a particularly challenging MBA experience. You will study alongside carefully selected individuals from a diverse range of industry sectors. In addition to online learning materials, most courses include an intensive three day face to face workshop delivered by our most senior faculty. This gives you the opportunity to learn in small groups from experts and your peers. The programme culminates in the live company project where you will put everything youve learned into practice either within your own organisation or elsewhere. Elaine Ferneley MBA Director

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Study with the best

Our programme attracts the very best; people who want to get even better.

You will study alongside dynamic, diverse peers that hold senior positions in a wide range of industries across the world. With prestigious organisations such as American Express, Siemens and Vodafone choosing Manchester Business School, you know you will be learning with talented, ambitious executives.

The Manchester Global Part-time MBA attracts executives from world-leading companies such as: AstraZeneca AT&T AXA Life Insurance Co. Ltd BAE Systems IBM JCB Construction LG Microsoft Mitsubishi Corporation MTR Corporations Ltd National Commercial Bank of Jamaica NHS Nokia Petrobras Philips Rolls Royce Samsung Sanofi Siemens Singapore Airlines Sony Corporation Standard Chartered Thomson Reuters Toshiba Corporation UBS AG

Percentage of students by industry sector

Nationalities

120

Bank of America BNY Mellon Bank of China Barclays BASF BP BT Cathay Pacific Airways China Merchants Holdings (International) Co. Ltd Cisco Citigroup Daimler Finance Deloitte Development Bank of Southern Africa DHL Du Gree Hong Kong International Airport HSBC Huawei

21% 15%
6%

Students from outside the UK

87%

8% 10%

8%

Average age

36

7%
4%

Female

26%

15%
Manufacturing

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Banking, accounting and finance Computing and IT Construction Consulting Government and public services

Telecommunications Transport and logistics Utilities and energy Other

 BNY Mellon has worked with Manchester Business School for several years and our investment has paid dividends. The Global Part-time MBA develops employees core business skills and strategic thinking, helping us move our business forward on a global scale. Ian Pettigrew Talent Development Consultant, BNY Mellon

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A truly global programme

Wherever you are based, our expertise is never far away.

Miami

Manchester

Shanghai

We are the only UK business school with a presence in seven global hubs. Our unrivalled footprint spans Manchester, Dubai, Shanghai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Miami and So Paulo. Our international presence gives you global flexibility, plus the opportunity to build local contacts overseas and deepen your understanding of international business.

Study at the only UK business school with a licensed centre in the USA

Learn at the home of original thinking Manchester Business School was established in 1965

Gain new insights into China with the Doing Business in China elective course

Hong Kong

 Manchester Business Schools global presence is really convenient. I work for a multinational company and can be transferred to any of our locations, but I know I can continue my studies without interruption.  Awe Afolabi Maintenance Team Leader, Shell, Nigeria
So Paulo Dubai Develop expertise on the Brazilian market with our Doing Business in Brazil elective course

Socialise with our most active alumni association - over 2000 members

2000+

Join one of the regions largest MBA communities - home to over 1,400 MBA students

75%

Singapore

Get a global perspective - 75% of students come from top multinational companies

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Lead. Innovate. Achieve

This world-class, international MBA programme focuses on you as a leader from the very beginning. Heres how.

From operations management to international finance, you will benefit from the latest thinking and develop the skills that will set you apart in todays competitive marketplace. The two-and-a-half year programme includes two years of teaching, during which you will study core courses and specialist electives, followed by a six month project. All students follow the same programme structure, regardless of where they are located in the world.

 The part-time format offered an attractive blend of remote learning and working as part of a team in workshops to draw on each others experiences.
Adrian Grange Senior Software Engineer, Google, USA

Before MBA preparation stage: online course and face to face induction at your home centre

During Core courses Gain a thorough grounding in the essentials of global business and management Residential workshops At least 24 hours of dynamic world class teaching per course (excluding online courses), a highlight of the programme for most students Online learning Face to face teaching is supported by online tutorials, discussion and study Group business simulation Work in a group to carry out a challenging business simulation project based on real issues faced by todays organisations Electives Tailor your MBA programme to suit your personal needs and ambitions with specialist electives Live company project During the final six months of your MBA you will undertake a real-world project: a chance to apply the skills you have learned in your own organisation or an external company Professional development Reflect on your own progress and professional development throughout the programme with psychometrics and a personal, reflective diary Attend networking evenings, careers events and webinars Become a member of our 50,000-strong alumni association from the moment you start the programme

After Remain an active member of our global alumni network: stay connected via a community website, social media and events worldwide

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The programme
30 months that will change your life.

Year 1 Core disciplines Study the building blocks of any business and their interaction in a global context Ongoing Personal and Professional Development (online)

Year 2 Focus and specialise Apply core skills from year one to your area of interest and begin to specialise

6 months Live application

Create a personalised MBA programme that delivers exactly what you need while you continue working. With intakes in January and July, we offer a standard Global MBA programme (illustrated opposite), plus specialist pathways for engineering, finance and projects (please see pages 18-23). Each pathway is delivered via a blend of face to face workshops and online learning.* You will study core business disciplines plus specifically tailored courses for each pathway. You can further specialise through a choice of electives. Options are refreshed regularly according to current business trends. Whichever pathway you choose, all our programmes give you the same thorough grounding in business and management theory.**

Global Events and Leadership Managerial Economics Accounting in Business

Marketing Operations Management Business Simulation

Corporate Finance (introduced in year one) Strategic Management People, Management and Organisations

3 Elective Courses Comparative and International Business Final Project Preparation (online) Project outcomes Test your skills to the limit by working in a group on a practical business challenge Develop your skills in strategy, analysis, report writing, data integration, consultancy and communication Gain valuable experience of project and team management Learn how to handle complex, unstructured business situations Live Company Project

Face to face time January intake 3 days Jan Home centre July intake 3 days Jul Home centre 7 days Sep/Oct Home centre 6 days Mar/Apr Home centre 6 days Jul Any centre 7 days Mar/Apr Home centre 6 days Sep/Oct Home centre 6 days Jan Any centre

Face to face time

6 days Mar/Apr Any centre

9 days Sep/Oct Any centre

6 days Sep/Oct Any centre Elective courses

9 days Mar/Apr Any centre

 I had four different positions within the same company during my MBA and I was able to adapt quickly, getting support from peers on the programme with relevant expertise. I started the programme as an Operations Manager in a FMCG plant and progressed to a more senior role in South Africa.  Brian Mullan, Factory Manager, McCormick, South Africa

Finance Corporate Risk Management Financial Analysis Global Finance Investment and Portfolio Management Risk Management Venture Capital and Private Equity General Management Commercial and Contract Management Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Project Management Strategic Management of Projects Supply Chain Management Sustainable Business The Reflective Manager

Global Doing Business in Brazil Doing Business in China Marketing International Marketing Management New Media Marketing Strategy Advanced Strategic Management Information Systems and Internet Strategy International Business Strategy Negotiation Skills and Selling Strategies

* Workshop dates and availability may vary from centre to centre **All programme information is correct at time of print but subject to change

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Finance pathway
Learn from, and with, the cream of the finance industry. You will study tailor-made electives designed in partnership with the banking, finance and investment industries and leading professional bodies.
Whether you are a manager looking to strengthen your finance skills or a professional wanting to enter or progress in the finance sector, this learning pathway will broaden your knowledge of management practice and sharpen your understanding of 21st century global business. Accelerated finance pathway If you already hold professional finance qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, ICA, CIPFA or ACIS, you can take a two year accelerated route that does not include three finance courses: Corporate Finance, Financial Accounting and Management Accounting. This allows you to focus on the general management disciplines that will really enhance your career.

Year 1 Core disciplines Ongoing Personal and Professional Development (online) Global Events and Leadership Managerial Economics Marketing Financial Accounting Management Accounting Business Simulation

Year 2 Focus and specialise

6 months Live application

Strategic Management People, Management and Organisations Operations Management Corporate Finance (introduced in year one)

Elective Elective Elective Final Project Preparation (online) Project outcomes Test your skills to the limit by working in a group on a practical business challenge Develop your skills in strategy, analysis, report writing, data integration, consultancy and communication Gain valuable experience of project and team management Learn how to handle complex, unstructured business situations Live Company Project

Face to face time January intake 3 days Jan Home centre July intake 3 days Jul Home centre 7 days Sep/Oct Home centre 6 days Mar/Apr Home centre 6 days Jul Any centre 7 days Mar/Apr Home centre 6 days Sep/Oct Home centre 6 days Jan Any centre

Face to face time

6 days Mar/Apr Any centre

9 days Sep/Oct Any centre

6 days Sep/Oct Any centre Elective courses

9 days Mar/Apr Any centre

 Manchester Business School stood out as having a worldwide reputation for being rigorous and challenging. The pace really allowed me to engage in personal study and discover my passions. The programme has had a practical impact on the approach I take to running my business. It has been invaluable, not only in terms of my business acumen, but also because it has ignited a love of learning which I hope to continue by studying for a DBA. Michael Tien Founding Director and CEO, Atlas Sound and Vision Pte Ltd, Singapore

Finance Corporate Risk Management Financial Analysis Global Finance Investment and Portfolio Management Risk Management Venture Capital and Private Equity General Management Commercial and Contract Management Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Project Management Strategic Management of Projects Supply Chain Management Sustainable Business The Reflective Manager

Global Doing Business in Brazil Doing Business in China Marketing International Marketing Management New Media Marketing Strategy Advanced Strategic Management Information Systems and Internet Strategy International Business Strategy Negotiation Skills and Selling Strategies

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Engineering pathway
Developed in collaboration with engineering experts, this specialist MBA programme has attracted executives from world-leading companies such as Boeing, Daimler Chrysler, Google, IBM, Microsoft and Porsche AG.
You will join an international cohort of students from diverse sectors including engineering, science, consultancy, IT, telecommunications, manufacturing and operations. This gives you a rich and stimulating learning environment and a truly global perspective. Whether you are looking to progress in your current career or move from a technical role to a more general management position, the engineering pathway combines academic theory and practical experience to put you ahead of the competition.

Year 1 Core disciplines Ongoing Personal and Professional Development (online) Global Events and Leadership Managerial Economics Financial Management Business Simulation Face to face time January intake 3 days Jan Home centre July intake 3 days Jul Home centre 7 days Sep/Oct Home centre 9 days Mar/Apr Home centre 7 days Mar/Apr Home centre 9 days Sep/Oct Home centre Operations Management Marketing Project Management

Year 2 Focus and specialise

6 months Live application

Strategic Management People, Management and Organisations Final Project Preparation (online) Elective

Supply Chain Management Elective Elective Live Company Project

Face to face time

Project outcomes Test your skills to the limit by working in a group on a practical business challenge Develop your skills in strategy, analysis, report writing, data integration, consultancy and communication Gain valuable experience of project and team management Learn how to handle complex, unstructured business situations

3 days Jan Any centre

6 days Mar/Apr Any centre

9 days Sep/Oct Any centre

3 days Jul Any centre

6 days Sep/Oct Any centre Elective courses

9 days Mar/Apr Any centre

Finance Corporate Risk Management Financial Analysis Global Finance Investment and Portfolio Management Risk Management Venture Capital and Private Equity General Management Commercial and Contract Management Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Strategic Management of Projects Sustainable Business The Reflective Manager

Global Doing Business in Brazil Doing Business in China Marketing International Marketing Management New Media Marketing Strategy Advanced Strategic Management Information Systems and Internet Strategy International Business Strategy Negotiation Skills and Selling Strategies

 The programme provided me with the opportunity to work alongside people from multicultural backgrounds with differing attitudes, strengthening my ability to input into the success of my companys strategy. Sam Shoaie Procurement Manager, Maersk Line, UAE

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Projects pathway
This pathway is developed by project management experts. It gives ambitious project managers the business skills and international perspective needed to lead complex projects and move into senior management roles.
The programme covers core management disciplines as well as three key courses designed specifically for project managers: Strategic Management of Projects, Commercial and Contract Management, and Project Planning and Control. These are delivered in Dubai. You will learn how to balance potentially conflicting and competing business project levers, how to apply critical judgement, and how to demonstrate leadership all of which can be applied immediately to your current role.

Year 1 Core disciplines Ongoing Personal and Professional Development (online) Global Events and Leadership Managerial Economics Financial Management Operations Management Marketing Business Simulation

Year 2 Focus and specialise

6 months Live application

Strategic Management Strategic Management of Projects Project Planning and Control (online - introduced in year one) People, Management and Organisations

Final Project Preparation (online) Commercial and Contract Management Elective Elective Project outcomes Test your skills to the limit by working in a group on a practical business challenge Develop your skills in strategy, analysis, report writing, data integration, consultancy and communication Gain valuable experience of project and team management Learn how to handle complex, unstructured business situations Live Company Project

Face to face time January intake 3 days Jan Home centre July intake 3 days Jul Home centre 7 days Sep/Oct Home centre 6 days Mar/Apr Home centre 6 days Jul Any centre 7 days Mar/Apr Home centre 6 days Sep/Oct Home centre 6 days Jan Any centre

Face to face time

6 days Mar/Apr Any centre*

9 days Sep/Oct Any centre*

6 days Sep/Oct Any centre* Elective courses

9 days Mar/Apr Any centre*

Finance Corporate Risk Management Financial Analysis Global Finance Investment and Portfolio Management Risk Management Venture Capital and Private Equity General Management Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Project Management Supply Chain Management Sustainable Business The Reflective Manager

Global Doing Business in Brazil Doing Business in China Marketing International Marketing Management New Media Marketing Strategy Advanced Strategic Management International Business Strategy Information Systems and Internet Strategy Negotiation Skills and Selling Strategies

 The Manchester Global MBA programme has taught me to successfully balance my work, studies and personal life. Time management and team spirit are the keys to success. Celia Sun Enterprise Account Manager, UPS Supply Chain Solutions, China

*Strategic Management of Projects and Commercial and Contract Management are delivered in Dubai only

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A blended approach to learning

Control, flexibility, convenience.

A typical semester on the Global Part-time MBA will include up to three face to face workshops delivered back to back at our centres worldwide. Alongside this, you will attend online tutorial sessions, study online in a dedicated e-learning environment, and participate in forum discussions with e-tutors and colleagues. This blended approach is carefully designed to deliver a balanced combination of self study and practical learning with global colleagues.

 The Global MBA programme from Manchester Business School provided me with the real-world knowledge I needed to develop my career and establish a network of fellow students who I rely on to this day. The programme was an invaluable experience and a good investment that I expect will serve me well for years to come. Sanjay Alvares Business Systems Manager, Sword Middle East, The Sword Group Plc, UAE

Example schedule: semester one

Month 1 Global Events and Leadership Managerial Economics Accounting in Business Business Simulation Personal & Professional Development (online) 3*

Month 2

Month 3

Month 4

Month 5

Month 6

Key Online tutorials Assessments

3 3 1 Continues into semester two Continues into semester two

Residential workshops (number of days) includes careers events and networking Self study and online interaction with e-tutors and classmates

Exact timings are subject to change depending on holidays or curricular developments. *Includes one day induction

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A unique approach
There are many ways to learn. There is only one Manchester Method.

 The practical workshops are great, they are really hands-on and you can see theoretical academic models working out in front of you. Its quite scary how realistic they are and you can immediately see the real world implications of any mistakes, which is a great learning curve. Richard Hennessy Buildings Operations Officer, Buro Happold, UK

The Manchester Method is a practical, situation-based way of studying business that runs through all of our programmes. Developed by MBS in the 1960s, the Manchester Method focuses on teamwork, practice-based learning and self-reflection. It allows you to use and build on your own experiences to improve your leadership skills and manage complex projects. The key to the Manchester Method is application. Everything you learn at Manchester Business School can be applied directly to your working life. We dont just give you the theory; we show you how to use it to get immediate results.

Authentic, real-world case studies Practical assignments based on your own organisations business challenges Group work with colleagues from diverse cultures Hands-on project with a live client Innovative business simulation exercise that encourages you to think and act as a CEO Critical reflection embedded into the programme

Residential workshops Workshops are the foundation of the Global Part-time MBA programme. Most core courses include a minimum of 24 hours of teaching which is more than many full-time programmes. Experience exciting, dynamic teaching from leading academics and practitioners Work in groups to apply theory to live case studies, interactive business games and simulations Attend careers and networking events in the evening Debate current business issues

Business simulations You will participate in simulation exercises at workshops and online. This is an opportunity to apply core knowledge and develop your team working abilities. For example, you will work as part of a team with colleagues based all over the world to manageabusiness and its strategy, competing with other teams of Global MBA students. This task mirrors the complexities of international business and the dynamics of working in groups composed of multiple nationalities and different professional backgrounds. Live company project Put everything youve learned into practise with the six month live company project. You will work as part of a team to scope the project, liaise with stakeholders and manage client expectations, while undertaking your own personal and professional development. A group supervisor will provide support and feedback at all stages of the project.

 The Manchester Method allowed me to work on real cases and problems, providing the opportunity to relate academic theory to practical business management. Uday Senapati Head of Vehicle Refinement and Aerodynamics, Bentley Motors Ltd, UK

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Global perspective. Local insight. Invaluable experience

Our multicultural environment and approach to study will boost your awareness and set you apart.

Top organisations want global executives with local knowledge. You need to thrive in a multicultural environment, have experience of other cultures and manage across boundaries. The Manchester Global Part-time MBA will ensure you develop and enhance these skills. Emerging market electives Keep your finger on the pulse of high growth economies with specialist electives focused on doing business in China and Brazil. These dynamic courses give you the local insights you need to succeed on a global scale. You will take a 360o look at a fascinating market, visit companies in different industries, and explore medium and long term business opportunities in an emerging global hub. Total diversity Global business isnt just about systems and processes; its about people. Different cultures bring a diverse range of ideas, working styles and knowledge to your learning. Throughout the Global Part-time MBA you will attend residential workshops with an international network of high-powered individuals. This includes consultants, accountants, project managers, and HR, marketing and business development directors. Global consistency Learn from an internationally renowned team of academics, industry experts and business leaders. Manchester academics travel the world teaching at our global centres so you get the same, consistently high standard of teaching no matter where you are based. We encourage students to travel abroad during the programme and pay for five nights accommodation at two centres in year two.

Manchester Business School is well-known globally as a leader. It is also strategically placed for my business, providing a good base to do business in Washington and Kuala Lumpur.
Penny Barr Managing Director/CEO, Barr Management Consultancy, USA and UAE

 I completed the Doing Business in Brazil course, a week-long workshop in Rio. There were 20 students on the course from twelve countries, all with different styles and approaches. The variety of topics covered was second to none and included the Brazilian education system, corruption and technological advances. It was a totally immersive experience with lecturers and industry practitioners speaking to us throughout the week.  Katey Neate VP, Senior Relationship Manager, Strategic Development and Investment Management Group, BNY Mellon, UK

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 Im gaining valuable new experiences from the Global MBA programme. I now think globally: I study in China but I have access to world-leading resources and a global network of classmates. Manchester Business School also focuses on the application of original thinking, which ensures that I learn practically at all times.
Timothy Yung Senior Manager, Sony Limited, China

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Transform your career

Discover where you want to be and develop the skills to get there.

Whether youre looking to secure a promotion, change direction or set up your own company, choose the Manchester Global Part-time MBA. The programme will give you the knowledge and transferable skills you need to succeed in the current and future worlds of business.

 I really believe that studying for an MBA at Manchester Business School equips business professionals with the tools and confidence they need to become business leaders. This is a development I have experienced personally and also seen in MBA colleagues. Glenn Carney Head of Customer Business - Energy, Asia Pacific Region, Rolls Royce Pte Ltd, Singapore

 When I started the MBA I was working as the Head of Business Development and Strategy for Asia Pacific at Thomson Reuters. In 2012 I founded Establish Asia where I work as Managing Partner, focusing on venture capital investment and advisory. My research on private equity and venture capital at Manchester Business School allowed me to re-evaluate regional opportunities in this sector. The Global MBA also provided me with a holistic view and the knowledge needed to run my business efficiently. Jennifer Zhu Scott, Managing Partner, Establish Asia, Hong Kong

 The Manchester MBA programme gave me the confidence to leave full time employment and start my own business developing dynamic organisations. I had been working towards this change during the programme and shortly after leaving I found the right opportunity to step out and make a go of it on my own. Many of the opportunities that have arisen since I started have actually come from the network I built on the programme. Cordell Hensley Mentor and Coach, CL Hensley Ltd, UK

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Original thinkers inspire original thinking

You will work with highly regarded academics with practical industry consultancy experience.

60% of our research staff carry out world-leading or internationally excellent work according to the UK governments latest Research Assessment Exercise.*
Elaine Ferneley MBA Director and member of the EPSRC Advisory Board for the UK Digital Economy. Elaine was formerly a business analyst for BP Oil and ICI, and a consultant for IBM and Komatsu.

Dominic Medway Head of the Marketing, Operations Management and Service Systems Division. Dominics research interests include place management, marketing and retailing, reflecting his academic roots in geography and marketing. His current work covers retail change in Manchester city centre, the role of periodic markets in urban revitalisation, toponymic branding, urban village partnerships, and the use of smell to market urban places.

* RAE 2008

Mike Bresnen Associate Editor of the journal Organisation and founding member of the Innovation, Knowledge and Organisational Networking research unit (IKON). Mike is an expert on project management, inter-organisational relations, leadership, professionals, and the organisation and management of the construction process.

Ismail Ertrk Former merchant banker who undertakes advisory work for companies and government institutions internationally. Ismail has developed and directed senior banking programmes for MBS Executive Centre. His cutting-edge, published research on financialisation and banking has received international media coverage.

Our research informs international business and we regularly provide consulting services to global companies. This keeps our programmes fresh, relevant and up-to-date.

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A network of opportunities
Valuable and tailored support to help you achieve your full potential.

Whether you are looking to accelerate your current career or branch out in another direction, our dedicated Global Careers Team knows that your objectives are ambitious and unique. Expect to boost your self-awareness and be challenged by experienced career advisors who will support you throughout your journey from first steps to final offer and negotiation. You can focus on the career in front of you when you have all this behind you.

From high-powered directors and CEOs to successful entrepreneurs, the success of our alumni is testament to the quality and international reputation of the Manchester Global Part-time MBA. Our alumni hold senior positions in the worlds most successful companies. Regular networking events at all our global centres is the perfect place to meet them. Lifelong membership of our alumni community means you can develop your own world-class network of contacts as your career progresses. With over 50,000 alumni from 169 countries, you will be part of a global community which is proud to be associated with the School and dedicated to improving the MBA for current and future students.

Local expertise Regional advice, networks and market knowledge to help you fulfil your global ambitions

Careers events Networking events and careers workshops to build your connections and credibility with industry practitioners

MBS Global Campus Virtual platform with high profile industry and alumni speakers and networking zones

Careers portal Content-rich resource with job opportunities, articles, presentations, webinars and psychometrics

One-to-one support Individual advisors help you plan, research and implement your next career move

Webinars Advice and industry-specific insights from expert practitioners

 I was keen to take advantage of all aspects of the Global MBA programme and engaged with the careers team early. They are professional, knowledgeable and helpful and you can select the aspects of the service that meet your personal needs. I have found the one-to-one careers support particularly useful and strongly recommend it.  Mike Baker Engineer, MOD Saudi Armed Forces Projects, Saudi Arabia

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The right balance

Encouragement and support to manage work, life and study.

Taking on a part-time MBA while juggling work and home could be your toughest challenge to date. We are here to help. From application to graduation, our world-class student support team will give you the guidance and advice you need to ensure your success. A dedicated network We want you to feel confident about going back into education so we give you practical help from day one. On enrolment, our induction programme not only allows you to meet the support team, but also your fellow students whose experience, knowledge and friendship will be invaluable throughout your MBA and beyond. You will get expert advice on study techniques and managing your workload and you will be assigned a student advisor to help you get the most from your MBA. Real people, real advice If you have a question, we have someone who can answer it. An e-tutor will facilitate your online learning, guide you through the programme and answer your questions. 24/7 support Our student support portal allows you to view and amend your workshop schedule online. You can also access news, programme information, timetables and study resources whenever you need them.

 You can ask e-tutors practical, detailed questions and receive fast and friendly feedback. Even when you are at home with your books, communicating with e-tutors brings you back to the collaborative learning environment. I valued the support so much as a student that I have returned to work for Manchester Business School as an e-tutor.
Elena Demidenko Senior Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers CEE, Russia

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How to apply
You can begin your studies in either January or July. Take the first steps today.

Entry requirements There are two intakes for the Manchester Global Part-time MBA in January and July each year. To enroll you need at least four years professional experience, plus evidence of strong career progression and a recognised degree. Alternatively, you may have eight to ten years managerial experience instead of a recognised degree. Support at each stage Please contact your local centre to speak to an advisor who will guide you through the programme and the application process. Our team offers support and advice at all stages, and we can put you in contact with students and alumni based in your country. Meet us You can meet us in person at events worldwide or virtually at an online information session. Please visit your local centres website to find out more.

The application process

Visit your local centres website

Americas Centre Miami +1 305 418 0760 americas@mbs.ac.uk miami.mbs.ac.uk China Centre Shanghai +86 21 6279 8660 mba@mbs-worldwide.ac.cn www.mbs.ac.uk/shanghai East Asia Centre Hong Kong +852 2588 5013 mba@mbs.edu.hk www.mbs.ac.uk/hongkong Middle East Centre Dubai +971 4 446 8664 mba@mbs-worldwide.ae www.mbs.ac.uk/dubai South America Centre Brazil +55 21 3799 6308 brazil@mbs.ac.uk www.mbs.ac.uk/brazil South East Asia Centre Singapore +65 6538 4454 mbaenquiries@mbsw.edu.sg www.mbs.ac.uk/singapore UK, Europe and Africa Centre Manchester +44 (0) 161 660 7145 global@mbs.ac.uk www.mbs.ac.uk/global

Check the admissions requirements and application deadlines

Call us, meet us at an event or send your CV to your local centre for advice on the best programme

Complete and submit the application form online

Take a one hour online test

The final decision will be made by the MBS Admissions Committee we hope to welcome you onto the programme

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Think you can transform your career and build your international network? Think Manchester Global Part-time MBA. You can.

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All information correct at time of print but subject to change. No person shall, on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, sex, age, handicap, marital status, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity under the direction of the University of Manchester. The University of Manchester is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

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