The Strathclyde MBA, MBA

Strathclyde Business School, University of Strathclyde, the United Kingdom

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MBA	Full-time, Part-time	find out	find out	find out	find out

About The Strathclyde MBA, MBA - at Strathclyde Business School, University of Strathclyde

The Strathclyde MBA is not just a business programme, it's a stimulating, challenging, life-changing experience, which will make you question, re-think and re-evaluate how you do business.

The Strathclyde MBA is highly experiential and based on collaborative learning. Students share their varied work experiences, knowledge, understanding and skills.

The MBA will shape and guide you as a reflective, open- thinking, adaptive learner. This is facilitated through enhanced understanding of the interplay of theory and practice in management. In particular it:

provides the skills required for progression to higher level policy-forming positions
allows you to make successful career transitions
facilitates the move from technical specialism to general management
polishes the skills and enhances the abilities of people working for themselves or about to set up in business

What are the prime benefits?

Self-development

a broad understanding of business and management issues
strategic orientation and the ability to successfully implement the strategies formulated
development of management skills and techniques
self-awareness as a manager and leader
increased confidence in all areas of business

Career development

enhanced promotion prospects
new career opportunities
access to the extensive Strathclyde alumni network

What are the benefits for employers and sponsors?

Improved corporate performance

greater understanding of corporate goals
more knowledgeable and successful management
advanced communication through mutual understanding
greater awareness of external influences and recognition of the need for a quality customer focus and market orientation
increased potential for the effective utilisation of valuable corporate, human and other resources

Human resource development

greater ability to attract and retain high potential managers
flexible approach to management education
structured development of individual managers
integral part of succession planning and development of tomorrow's leaders

Learn more about The Strathclyde MBA, MBA - at Strathclyde Business School, University of Strathclyde

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Entry requirements

As you might expect, our selection process is designed to identify talented professionals from a wide range of academic, business and cultural backgrounds who might gain from, and contribute to, our learning community.

As a result, while there are formal requirements for entry listed below, our concern is with the potential of individual candidates, their interpersonal and team working qualities, and the range and nature of their managerial experience.

In order to assess these skills we ask you to complete a number of essays outlining your experience and aspirations along with references supporting your work experience and academic record.

We may ask you to undertake a formal interview to discuss your achievements and aspirations. In any case we would encourage you to visit the school or centre you're applying to and to ask as many questions as you need to clarify your decision.

Qualifications & experience

For entry to the MBA programme you must:

hold a degree from a UK university, or equivalent academic qualification from a comparable non-UK institution. (If you studied for your undergraduate degree at a non-UK institution we'll need a copy of your degree transcript). Professional qualifications will also be considered
be at least 24 years of age
have a minimum of three years' full-time postgraduate experience where the management of people and resources has played a significant role.

Entry at Diploma level may be offered to applicants who do not hold sufficient recognised degree level qualifications, but who do:

hold non-degree/professional qualifications plus at least five years' varied management experience
have no formal qualifications but extensive and varied management experience (10 or more years)
are exceptional candidates over the age of 24 with a minimum of two years' managerial experience (available only to candidates applying to routes other than full-time)

Admissions testing

Although GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) is not a standard requirement of our admissions process, strong verbal reasoning and numerical abilities are critical for the MBA and we may ask you to undertake such a test.

Competence in English

The MBA programme is highly interactive and therefore requires a high level of competence in English speaking, writing, reading and understanding. A well balanced minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS is required for those applicants whose first language is not English. We may consider applicants who fall slightly below these standards if they're willing to undertake pre-sessional study.

Computer competence

In order to undertake the Diploma/MBA you'll need to be competent in word processing, the use of spreadsheets and in report writing.

The application process

Completed application forms are considered by the Admissions Committee as they are received. You're encouraged to submit your application form and all the supporting documentation as soon as possible. Once all the requisite details are with us you should receive a decision within two weeks of application.