THE HENLEY MBA Great Leaders See the Bigger Picture

THE HENLEY MBA Great leaders see the bigger picture. They perform better because they are able to understand the context of each decision. Context, along with confidence, Worth it for the choice, curiosity and community, is one of the 5 Cs that sets you apart as a Henley graduate. Us and to you the past and the We began in 1945, as the Administrative Staff College, with the mission to retrain demobilised officers as business leaders and rebuild the British economy after the future war. In tranquil riverside surroundings, leaders from business, military and the As you explore your options, you will quickly church came together to bring business to discover that not all MBAs or business schools are life. An institution and an ideology was born. the same. Henley is proud to be different. We create Henley was founded on the belief that richer opportunities for learning, development and success in business takes an understanding sharing knowledge. It’s what makes the Henley of more than just business. It requires a wider experience rewarding and helps build a spirit and perspective and an ability to see the bigger sense of community that is distinctive to Henley. picture; to not just improve business but to improve society itself. Henley is “Where business comes to life”. Check out our video “The Henley MBA” The Henley MBA is designed to develop outstanding business leaders, who are strong, responsible, adaptable and able to identify the different perspectives in a situation in order to reach the appropriate course of action. They appreciate that business is complex and there is no one-size-fits-all response. They are confident working with complexity and remain calm and assured under pressure.

Context Choice Henley alumni members have a unique They recognise the need for context When they make a choice, they consider quality that sets them apart from the in leadership and understand the subtle their obligations to society and the crowd, distinguished by a group of values instinctive changes in approach required business’ future, as much as short-term we call the 5 Cs. in different situations. financial gain. Flexible Executive MBA or Executive MBA Listen to our podcast – Global? See the course page to start series, ‘The unexpected reading about the differences between world of business’. the two.

Curious Confidence Community Apply now They’re curious, continuously exploring They have the confidence that They’re conscious of the need for new possibilities and applying this thirst for comes from self-awareness, community. They network, and make knowledge to the achievement of personal knowledge, reflection and an effort to develop their peers, and organisational success. applied intellect – so they as well as themselves. feel empowered to make Check out our community for alumni brave decisions. and supporters live.henley.ac.uk Once at Henley’s Greenlands location, I did not only fall in love with the campus. Have you ever been “there? Location Location

But it was also Henley’s people – I considered Location!it to be the right place where I could fill my smarts gaps. Sabine Jones Executive MBA

Our Greenlands campus enjoys a stunning location on the banks of the River Thames, close to Henley-on-Thames. A former stately home with a history stretching back to medieval times, the historic buildings and 134 acres of beautiful parkland inspire a special sense of community as well as a calm, Take a virtual contemplative environment for learning. tour of our Greenlands campus at hly.ac/ greenlands-tour Dr Elena Beleska-Spasova Elena is Associate Professor in International Business. Elena’s research provides insight into the strategic issues and challenges faced by managers of both multinational corporations and SMEs in the international Meet environment. Elena collaborates with Henley partners in the UK and globally, developing innovative approaches to teaching and learning. our henley.ac.uk/Elena-Beleska-Spasova Dr Chris Dalton Chris is Associate Professor of Management Learning and expert in Personal Development. Personal Development is at the very core of the Henley MBA, with Chris at the forefront of research in this area. Chris has over 24 years Henley Business School has an enviable breadth of expertise with over of experience in management education and training. 150 academics, many of whom are widely published experts in their fields. experts henley.ac.uk/Chris-Dalton Each one brings specialist insight to the business challenges they teach – complementing each other’s work and organising teaching and research around current business issues. They share a great passion for learning; creating a study environment that enable students to develop, apply and practice new knowledge, skills and abilities.

Dr Anne Dibley Anne is Associate Professor in Marketing and Programme Director of the Henley MBA programmes, ensuring optimum student experience. Anne enjoys researching and analysing both business-to-business and Our academic staff offer global business-to-consumer marketing issues, to help companies face today’s expertise in commercial, public complex challenges. and voluntary sectors. henley.ac.uk/Anne-Dibley Many continue with private business consultancy so our programmes provide practical and experiential learning “alongside academic research. Professor Kevin Money Kevin is Director of the John Madejski Centre for Reputation and Director Dr Elena Beleska-Spasova, for Research in Marketing and Reputation. Kevin has chaired the MBA Associate Professor in International study visit to South Africa for the last 10 years, in which students have Business and Head of Post-experience the opportunity for personal reflection through immersion, and make Postgraduate Programmes a genuine contribution to NGOs dealing with very important social issues. henley.ac.uk/Kevin-Money A world of

As one of the UK’s first business schools, Henley has been differencedeveloping leaders for over 70 years. We are also among an elite group of business schools to be triple-accredited – which ensures you get a high quality, internationally-recognised qualification.

Making a difference 5 benefits to your world in the world If you embark on the Henley MBA you’ll get an enriching experience As part of the programme, our students that will connect you to global business and a worldwide network. get the chance to tackle real-world You’ll find it one of the most worthwhile investments in yourself. international business challenges You will: with our global immersion study visits. 1. Think differently, developing new knowledge and skills Check out 2. Enhance your internal and external networks our blog ‘A life-affirming 3. Take control of your career experience 4. Become a better leader with more international awareness in South Africa’ 5. Gain confidence and enhance your personal brand. The global immersion study visits are compulsory at Stage 2 of the Executive MBA – Global. There is To find out more, an elective international study visit visit henley.ac.uk/MBA at Stage 3 for both Flexible and Executive MBA - Global programmes. Please note the international study visits are not available as part of the Senior Leader Master’s Degree Apprenticeship. Where tuition meets intuition Careers and Professional Development Driven by you and your needs Undertaking an MBA can stimulate personal change on a number of levels and many Our aim at Henley is to empower and enable you to leave the Business School people choose to navigate this transition with the support and guidance provided by one confident in being able to progress your career. of our dedicated career coaches. Whether you would like to discuss your career prospects, Make it at Henley improve your interview technique, or engage in Personal Development, you’ll have access to a career coach throughout your time with us and beyond. We are committed to enabling you to take a strong leadership approach to your career planning. We are here to work with you to help you understand yourself better, as well as recognise the obstacles and opportunities around you. With you on your journey We do this through a combination of personal one-to-one coaching, timetabled All Henley alumni receive 4 years’ career support after graduating.* workshops and networking events. Make it personal Research suggests that people who are self-reliant and are ‘career-activists’ For more about our careers service, check out henley.ac.uk/MBA-Careers usually achieve higher levels of success. Personal Development is the heart of what we do. We enable, engage and empower each individual student to make challenging career decisions in order to reach career goals.

Watch Naeema Pasha, Director of the Careers Service, talk about how we enable people to be the best they can be and get the jobs they want.

Built in 1786, the beautiful Grade 1 listed Henley Bridge where Oxfordshire meets Berkshire. * Our careers service is not included with Levy funding. Our alumni, your network The benefits of studying at Henley Business School continue after you graduate. You become part of our powerful alumni network with access to a vibrant, truly Whoever said global community of more than 76,000 business professionals, in 150 countries. The strength of our network gives you the opportunity to forge connections across professions, sectors, industries and countries – a unique resource to help build and support your career path. Henley Business School actively supports its Alumni Members’ Network through it’s lonely at learning and social events, specialist interest groups and international associations. The Network, in turn, helps us to provide events, mentoring programmes, careers advice, industry contacts and information which could become the most valuable the top didn’t network throughout your career. Your community You become a member of the Henley community from day one of your programme. Community and collaboration is in everything we do – it is even present in our style of teaching and learning – most notably our use of the syndicate method as a study go to Henley tool throughout the MBA. The syndicate method, for which Henley has become renowned, is a distinctive form of group learning. It focuses on the gains that can be made from students drawing on each other’s knowledge in a reflective way.

The Henley Live platform • Community map Users can notify others in the community creates a community that • Careers and jobs • Groups when they travel, ask for help or assist others, Visit Henley Live allows Henley alumni • Events listing • Insights • RREF Hub collaborate on projects and much more. to find out more. to connect through • Mentoring a whole host of features. Here’s of our So only 4Alumni. 75,996 left to meet.(and counting)

Esam Bakhsh, Clare Lyons-Collins, Executive MBA Flexible Executive MBA Helene Speight, Jan Hilderbrand, Executive MBA I graduated with an Executive MBA from Flexible Executive MBA The wonderful thing about doing Henley Business School having entered the an MBA at Henley is that we had people I learnt in two years at Henley programme as a civil engineer, working as I started my MBA while living in London from all different sectors. I soon realised what would have taken 10 years a manager in a global Japanese engineering and I completed it when in San Francisco! that everyone had the same challenges in a business environment. consultancy. By the time I graduated, I had completely as we do and that’s been hugely beneficial. I currently work as a senior manager in a changed direction. Once the MD of a Since starting the MBA I have had two global pharmaceutical company, delivering creative agency, I am now a Consultant promotions. The MBA has also helped internal and external training, and promoting and an Adviser. me to think more globally than locally and Find out more at international team effectiveness. The to think about the benefits both in and henley.ac.uk/alumni-networking MBA served to illuminate the path for me outside the NHS. to identify my key strengths, network The support that Henley has given with talented colleagues, and identify throughout this journey has been really opportunities outside of the engineering quite amazing which is why I would industry to develop my career in a encourage anyone to come and broader context. do their MBA here. A word from The Dean Today’s internationally-connected business world calls for a wider perspective, new skills and different ways of thinking. The Henley MBA is designed to develop outstanding business leaders ready to take on the challenges of operating in today’s global economy. It develops leaders who are strong, responsible and adaptable. Connecting people with international business perspectives and local understanding The Henley MBA is offered in two study “ The Henley creates more resilient and adaptable leaders and the emphasis on workshops and options: The Executive MBA - Global peer-learning creates a rich learning environment. (21 months, part-time, with flexibility to extend to 27 months) and the Professor John Board, Dean, Henley Business School Flexible Executive MBA (30 months, part-time). The Henley MBA is arranged around MBA ten core study modules that deliver a comprehensive and wide-ranging framework to your studies. In addition, there are a range of elective modules to allow you to specialise, as well as an applied business or in-company project and international study visit.

Percentage of UK to international students 65:35

Average salary increase 3 years after graduation* 58%

Whichever study 1 2 3 option you choose, the Henley MBA is Fundamental Business Foundations Strategy and Context Taking Leadership to a Higher Level broken down into Leadership and Personal Development, Strategy, International Business, Leadership and Change, Management Research three key stages: Managing Processes and Systems, Managing Strategic Marketing, Corporate Challenge, Elective Module – a choice from Financial Resources, Managing People. Reputation and Responsibility. available options.

Henley statistics except where sourced, based on an average of 2014 – 2016 intakes. *Financial Times EMBA Rankings 2017 For experienced leaders looking to develop their management competencies, the Henley Flexible Executive MBA delivers a world-class education effectively and conveniently. The course is structured to allow you to continue ible to work full-time and study your MBA part- MBA Executive time, connecting your learning to current and relevant organisational issues. It’s ideal if you are unable to take significant time out of Executive the workplace to study and want greater Fle MBA – Global flexibility over how, when and where you achieve your MBA.

The Henley Executive MBA – Global brings There are opportunities to work on live challenges The Flexible Executive MBA is delivered together a group of experienced business leaders prevalent in emerging markets and experience through a blend of face-to-face workshops, from across Europe and beyond. It engages them first-hand interaction with cutting-edge start-ups activities involving peer-group learning in in the latest business and management thinking, in advanced markets. teams and self-study, on and offline, using whilst encouraging personal growth a distance-learning approach. Over the 30 The Henley Executive MBA – Global is a truly and development. months of the course, individuals study international experience. It has a global focus to and share experiences with like-minded Delivered across our four campuses located the syllabus and research, with enriching study professionals from a wide variety of managerial

in the UK, Finland, Denmark and Germany, trips and a multinational cohort drawn from a backgrounds and business industries. the programme provides a balanced mix of variety of sectors and industries. learning in the local as well international context.

Programme length: 30 months, part-time Programme length: 21 or 27 months, part-time Start date: Varies – please see our website Start date: March and October annually for latest information Funding: Individual / Company Funding: Individual / Company / Apprenticeship Levy

For more information, including course content, entry For more information, including course content, entry requirements, requirements, fees and funding visit hly.ac/global fees and funding visit henley.ac.uk/flexible-executive-mba

Average age of student 39

Percentage of male to female students 66:34

Henley statistics except where sourced, based on an average of 2014 – 2016 intakes. *Economist EMBA Rankings 2015 Now you’ve Women in Leadership Scholarship The Women in Leadership MBA Scholarship is just one in our range of scholarships – and is a collaboration between Henley, the 30% Club found it, and The Financial Times. The winner receives a fully-funded place, worth up to £39,500 on our part-time Executive MBA – Global or Flexible Executive MBA programme. Elizabeth Garber, a Senior Marketer for find a way Ordnance Survey, was one of the winners of the 2017 Women in Leadership MBA Scholarship competition. Elizabeth impressed the judges with her essay on the merits of leadership diversity in ensuring that Check out her blog technology is used for the benefit of society. ‘My Flexible MBA: to make it Elizabeth was awarded a funded place on our 6 months In’ Flexible Executive MBA programme.

Scholarships andhappen bursaries Flexible payment options Application processes vary but we do advise Some students choose to pay their fees upfront, you to apply for a scholarship or bursary others choose to pay by stage, or half stage of as early as possible. Please indicate on your the programme. application form whether you would like to be considered for a scholarship or bursary. The Apprenticeship Levy As part of a strategic collaboration with EY, Henley’s Flexible Executive MBA may also be funded by the Government’s Apprenticeship Company funding Levy scheme, to help organisations maximise their return from the Levy.* Our Recruitment Managers work with you to identify how your MBA can deliver benefits We have multiple cohorts running through the to your employer right from the start of your academic year. On completion learners receive studies. We can also help you prepare a detailed an Executive MBA from Henley business case to approach your employer to Business School, University of request their support, both in terms of finance Reading and are eligible to become and time. a Chartered Manager of the CMI.

For more information on our scholarships click here or contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone on +44 (0)118 378 7593 *Henley Business School and EY are working in collaboration to support the provision of Levy Apprenticeship courses. All courses are Henley Business School courses and are not accredited by EY. EY is not an awarding body and is not on the Education Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) register of apprenticeship training providers. Have a free 1-2-1 consultation Arrange a 1-2-1 consultation via Skype or face-to-face at a mutually convenient time. Call +44 (0)118 378 7593.

Attend one of our MBA Preview Days Preview Days are held at our Greenlands Campus. Your See our website, or email [email protected] for details and to book your place.

Visit an MBA Fair We attend a range of recruitment fairs throughout the year in the UK and around the world. For dates, times and places, see henley.ac.uk/mbaevents

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To find out more about the different MBA options, including programme structures, fees, deadlines, application process and scholarship opportunities visit henley.ac.uk/MBA The Henley Executive MBA – Global is delivered across our four Apply e campuses located in the UK, Finland, Denmark and Germany.m v now Henley Business School Henley Business School

@HenleyBSchool The Unexpected World of Business @henleybschool MORE @ Important information All information presented in this leaflet is correct at the time of going to print (July 2019). However, it may be necessary for Henley Business School to make some changes to the programme following publication in view of the period of time between publication and your starting if you apply. For the latest information check henley.ac.uk/mba.

Henley Business School will take all reasonable steps to provide the programmes as described in this leaflet. However, should circumstances beyond the control of Henley Business School interfere with its ability to provide the services, it undertakes to use all reasonable steps to minimise any disruption.