the Strathclyde MBA Contents

3 Strathclyde Business School – an overview Founded in 1948, Strathclyde Business 6 What is the Strathclyde MBA? School (SBS) is an enterprising, pioneering 9 The Strathclyde MBA – an overview institution of global standing. 10 What you will learn We engage business minds, and pursue 14 Industry engagement as a student impact on the stakeholders we serve. 16 Professional development journey Our University’s mission for over 200 21 Join our learning community years has been to be ‘the place of useful 24 Many programmes – one MBA learning’; an ethos which still drives the 34 General information business school and distinguishes us from our competitors. 36 Admissions process 38 Our centres worldwide In 2016 SBS celebrated 50 years of our 40 Beyond the Strathclyde MBA – your global alumni community prestigious MBA programme. 1 Strathclyde Business School – an overview

Excellence

SBS IS PART OF THE UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE, A SOCIALLY PROGRESSIVE AND LEADING INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTION.

Accreditation EQUIS - the European Quality Additionally, our departments have Strathclyde is a triple accredited Improvement System is the newest of earned an impressive range of business school: one of only 102 the big 3 accrediting bodies and has discipline-specific accreditations. in the world (2020) and the first the smallest membership. It was formed Accounting is fully accredited for entry business school in Scotland to be triple to address the European problem of to the Institute of Chartered Accountants accredited, holding accreditation from diverse national accreditation systems, of Scotland (ICAS) as well as offering the international bodies, AMBA, AACSB and is gaining ground outside Europe. exemptions to other professional bodies, and EQUIS. www.efmd.org e.g. Association of Chartered Certified Accreditation offers a very objective Accreditation in the UAE Accountants (ACCA) and Chartered way of measuring a business school’s In addition to triple accreditation, Institute of Management Accountants credentials. For example, the quality Strathclyde Business School (SBS) was (CIMA). The Department of Accounting and of education on offer, the school’s Europe’s first university faculty to be Finance has all four of its MSc programmes facilities, the student body and the awarded a licence to operate an MBA accredited by the Chartered Institute of faculty, can all be reviewed as part of an programme in the United Arab Emirates. Management Accountants (CIMA). accreditation process. It was scrutinised by the deans of The Department of Work, Employment AMBA - originating in the UK, the three top US Business Schools as part and Organisation is a CIPD Approved Association of MBAs is the only one of the process carried out by the UAE Centre, accredited to deliver programmes of the 3 main bodies to accredit Commission for Academic Accreditation. that meet the knowledge requirements MBA courses rather than the host The licence establishes the school as for professional membership of CIPD. institutions. www.mba.org.uk an educational institution officially (CIPD is the professional association recognised by the UAE government. for HR professionals in the UK, with a AACSB - Association to Advance membership of around 150,000). Collegiate Schools of Business is the Research excellence USA’s best known accreditation body. Strathclyde has a reputation for research Our Hospitality and Tourism Despite a very American membership excellence. Based on the REF (Research Management degrees (UG in Department (few business schools outside the Excellence Framework) 2014 GPA scores, of Strategy and Organisation and MSc USA have this award), it remains the the Times Higher Education ranked us in Department of Marketing) have been hallmark for any business school with first in Scotland in the top 10 business accredited by the Institute of Hospitality. world-class ambitions. www.aacsb.edu schools in the UK for our research.

2 3 Influential Research Engaging

Strathclyde Business School is highly Strathclyde Business School has Corporate Connections rated for its research. Based on the REF a strong reputation for effective SEED formalises our on-going (Research Excellence Framework) 2014 engagement with business, industry engagement with industry. We run a GPA scores, the Times Higher Education and the public sector and our vision number of bespoke executive education Excellence ranked us first in Scotland and in the is to attain the highest levels of programmes including MBA25 which top 10 business schools in the UK for its knowledge exchange. was set up in partnership with William research. Times Higher also ranked us Knowledge exchange in the business Grant & Sons. 3rd in the UK for impact of our business and management field takes place research, based on REF’s GPA scores, a In partnership with Babcock through applied projects, consultancy measure of how the research impacts International Group we have developed and action research. SBS develops on practise in business. the Lead and Drive programme to theory-led, policy-relevant research enhance the strategic planning, Innovative International The REF 2014 is a Government-led through collaboration and dialogue with commercial and leadership skills of benchmarking exercise measuring the a variety of organisations, government its managers and senior executives. quality of research in higher education and trade unions. The business school We have also developed the Babcock institutions and these latest results hosts Strathclyde Executive Education Strathclyde Business School (SBS) is one SBS was the first UK business school to In addition to our seven international MBA programme for selected Babcock show Strathclyde Business School as and Development (SEED), which leads of four faculties of the entrepreneurial offer: centres offering the MBA and other employees. being strong overall in its research. the Business Engagement theme and innovative University of Strathclyde. programmes, we have long-standing ▸ A full-time 1-year MBA programme within the University’s new Technology In partnership with Iberdrola and ICADE SBS is home to the Hunter Centre and established links with universities SBS also did exceptionally well in terms (1966) Innovation Centre (TIC). Strathclyde has Business School, we have developed for Entrepreneurship - endowed by across the world. Our partner of the REF’s assessment of its research always had close links with industry and the MBA in the Global Energy Industry Sir Tom Hunter. Students across the ▸ A part-time MBA programme (1976) institutions include universities in environment, rated as 1st amongst UK business but the university is taking for Iberdrola managers, globally, while University can access the services of ▸ A distance learning programme Australia, Canada, Europe, Asia, and business schools for Environment. partnership to a new level and helping we have also established an MBA the Strathclyde Entrepreneurial Network (1983) the USA. Research excellence is embedded Scotland’s industries compete on the programme for the Weir Group, building (SEN) which supports students, graduates ▸ A DBA (Doctor of Business We encourage students to gain throughout our departments. world stage: the TIC revolutionises on the successful Weir Group certificate and postgraduates with interests in Administration) programme (1988) international experience through links the way researchers in academia and programme launched in 2011. entrepreneurship and new venture Our research bolsters our reputation This pioneering spirit brought the with overseas universities, and our industry collaborate and innovate In addition to executive education, we creation, and supports academics and and also provides our students with Strathclyde MBA into many new countries international centres’ network. together - up to 1200 researchers, engage with business at every level of researchers in realising the value of their access to internationally recognised via the establishment of international engineers and project managers from our organisation. For example: research through commercialisation and World-leading research is carried out faculty members at the forefront centres. These centres meant, for the first academia and industry will work side- enterprise. MBA students have previously by our academics in collaboration of their research fields, ensuring a time, local managers could study for a UK by-side in a state of the art building in ▸ We have established relationships formed a sounding board for SEN, helping with numerous international partners. world-class education throughout MBA in their own country. This earned SBS the heart of Glasgow. with Deloitte, Procter & Gamble, prepare select entrepreneurs to pitch their Many have visiting professorships or the business school. SBS was given a the prestigious Queen’s Award for Export Screenmedia and Ernst & Young businesses at Strathclyde 100 events fellowships at prestigious overseas Pioneering Institution award by RRBM Developed with industry, for industry, Achievement in 1993. in the past as sponsors of our throughout the year where they can meet institutions. The business school (Responsible Research in Business the Technology and Innovation Centre Management Development potential investors. We currently operate in a number of offers consultancy through bespoke Management) in 2021. has already attracted major partners Programme, a compulsory international Strathclyde MBA centres: programmes, consultancy and including Scottish and Southern element of the undergraduate Strathclyde is also the first business school Bahrain, Greece, Malaysia, Oman, knowledge exchange. Energy, the Weir Group, ScottishPower business school degree. in Scotland, and one of just five in the UK, Singapore, Switzerland, and the UAE. and several other major cross-sector to be awarded the Small Business Charter ▸ Our international advisory industrial partners. The partnership Gold Award for its work in supporting start- As a result, there are approximately 1,500 board comprises a mix of will benefit from participation by large ups and small businesses. With 50 years’ course members currently enrolled on the senior business people and corporations and a large grouping of experience in developing the best MBA Strathclyde MBA around the world. industrialists. The board innovative SMEs. programme, SBS is a major innovator in the discusses and advises on the field of business and management. on-going development of SBS’s corporate activities.

4 5 What is the The Strathclyde MBA In particular it: What are the prime benefits? What are the benefits for ▸ Provides the skills required for Self-development employers and sponsors? progression to higher level policy- Improved corporate performance ▸ A broad understanding of forming positions Strathclyde business and management issues ▸ Greater understanding of ▸ Allows you to make successful ▸ Strategic orientation and the corporate goals career transitions ability to successfully implement ▸ More knowledgeable and ▸ Facilitates the move from the strategies formulated successful management technical specialism to general ▸ Development of management ▸ Advanced communication through management MBA? skills and techniques mutual understanding ▸ Polishes the skills and enhances ▸ Self-awareness as a manager and ▸ Greater awareness of external the abilities of people working for leader influences and recognition of the themselves or about to set up in need for a quality customer focus BY ITS VERY NATURE, THE MBA IS A GENERALIST DEGREE, IT IS INTENDED TO business ▸ Increased confidence in all areas DEVELOP MANAGERS INTO BUSINESS LEADERS – AND TO BE AN EFFECTIVE of business and market orientation LEADER, YOU NEED A SOLID OVERVIEW OF BUSINESS, SOMETHING SBS HAS BEEN ▸ Increased potential for the effective utilisation of valuable OFFERING SINCE 1966. Career development corporate, human and other ▸ Enhanced promotion prospects resources ▸ New career opportunities At Strathclyde, we are exceptionally proud to have delivered a renowned MBA programme since 1966. Over the years we have pioneered developments in the MBA, such as offering the first one-year full ▸ Access to the extensive Human resource development “ time MBA programme in the UK, the first part time route, and the first distance learning programme. Strathclyde alumni network ▸ Greater ability to attract and retain As a world class business school in an international technological university, we continue to innovate high potential managers with our MBA and other programmes to ensure they are completely relevant and impactful to today’s business world. ▸ Flexible approach to management education

▸ Structured development of Professor David Hillier individual managers Associate Principal,” Executive Dean Strathclyde Business School ▸ Integral part of succession planning and development of tomorrow’s leaders

I chose Strathclyde for my MBA for three reasons: first, Strathclyde has global presence with its international “centres around the world – which meant there were opportunities for international networking. The second was that Strathclyde has a global reputation with an excellent faculty, outstanding staff and powerful research capabilities. Finally, the University is located in Glasgow which is a great city to study in.

Daechuck Lee Full time MBA ” 6 7 THE STRATHCLYDE MBA IS NOT JUST A BUSINESS PROGRAMME: IT IS A STIMULATING, CHALLENGING, LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE, WHICH WILL MAKE YOU QUESTION, RE-THINK AND RE-EVALUATE HOW YOU DO The Strathclyde BUSINESS.

The Strathclyde MBA is highly experiential and based on collaborative MBA learning – students share their varied work experiences, knowledge, understanding and skills. The MBA will shape and guide you as – an overview a reflective, open- thinking, adaptive learner. This is facilitated through enhanced understanding of the interplay of theory and practice in management. The Strathclyde MBA

Professional Development Journey (Non Credit Value Added)

Project inc Project Methodology Personal Development (40 credits)

2 Electives (20 credits - 2x10)

Strategic Consulting in Practice (10 credits)

Entrepreneurial Exploring Strategy, Making the Int. Analysis & Strategy Strategic Management for Management Sustainable Success (20 credits) & Leadership Business Env Evaluation

Information & Tech Management (10 credits) Comparative The Reflective Practitioner Corporate (20 credits) Professional Development Journey (Non CreditFinance Value Added) and Marketing Analytical Governance Financial Management Support for Management Decision Making Making the Business Work (6 x 10 credits) The Financial and Managing Learning Management Operations People in Management Manager Accounting Organisations Credit Bearing

8 9 Module Module 1 2 The Reflective Practitioner To promote good corporate Making the Business Work The Reflective Practitioner is designed management in today’s complex To become a highly effective general to help students respond to the international environments, MBA manager, it is crucial to understand increasing emphasis in the business graduates need to understand the the management fundamentals and world on corporate social responsibility, importance of corporate governance processes that are vital to business stakeholder expectations and the in a free market system. This class success and that are operated by What you will professional practice of management. will enable you to understand specialist functional teams in an It comprises three component organisational structures and carry organisation. classes - The Learning Manager, out analyses on key organisational By becoming aware of these disciplines Comparative Corporate Governance, stakeholders. students are better able to appreciate and Entrepreneurial Management and Competitive, uncertain and fast- each function as well as the inter- learn Leadership. changing environments demand a relationships and tensions between Analysing and developing your self- new breed of manager, and more them. awareness as a manager and how entrepreneurial leaders. Entrepreneurial Therefore, during this second module of you interact with others is crucial to Management and Leadership allows the Strathclyde MBA, you will undertake becoming more effective, at any level you to experience and reflect on the following classes: within an organisation. The Learning entrepreneurial skills and practices Manager explores these issues and that are appropriate to managing and ▸ Finance and Financial increases your ability to analyse and leading in a corporate context. Management develop how you learn, to become The Learning Manager, Comparative ▸ Financial Management Accounting ultimately a more reflective learner. Corporate Governance and ▸ Operations Management THE STRATHCLYDE MBA IS A 180-CREDIT PROGRAMME Collaborative learning between Entrepreneurial Management and ▸ Marketing Management FOLLOWING THE EU GUIDELINES AS SET OUT BY THE BOLOGNA students, and between students and Leadership provides you with the PROCESS. THE PROGRAMME IS DESIGNED AROUND FOUR staff is central to The Learning Manager. foundations to become an adaptive ▸ Analytical Support for Decision manager open to life-long learning. Making MODULES, AND THE MBA PROJECT. ▸ Managing People in Organisations

Module The Reflective Practitioner The first module explores concepts and skills of management and learning 1 which will be applied and developed throughout your study, and your career.

Module Making the Business Work The second module enables you to explore the languages, concepts, skills 2 and application of specialist areas from the perspective of the general manager.

Module Strategic Management for Sustainable Success The third module develops your ability to work as a manager in modern, 3 complex organisations through using and integrating a wide range of techniques and theories pertinent both to day-to-day management and strategic change.

Module Personal Development The fourth module enables you to choose where to develop further, either 4 continuing a generalist approach, or seeking to understand a particular subject in greater depth. This includes the final piece work, the MBA Project, which enables you to explore in depth a managerial, organisational or environmental issue, and through so doing, to put into practice relevant knowledge and skills, and to reflect on learning outcomes. While we will do our utmost to help you, clearly your progress and the value you gain from the Strathclyde MBA is really down to your own personal commitment. 10 11 Module Module 3 4

Strategic Management for Personal Development Sustainable Success As students progress through the The Strathclyde MBA is renowned for its Strathclyde MBA, academics work with reputation and excellence of research to help them ‘personalise’ their learning in the area of Strategy and Strategic and development, and ensure that the management. The three inter-related overall experience is highly experiential classes within this module comprise: and relevant to current business practice. ▸ Exploring the International Business Environment Strategic Consulting in Practice is an ▸ Strategy, Analysis and Evaluation opportunity to put into practice all that you have learned from the preceding ▸ Making Strategy Strategic Management module. Working Initially, you will learn to explore and as a consultant for a client organisation, fully understand internal and external you, as part of a small team, will be ambiguity, complexity and uncertainty tasked to work on a live organisational in international business environments. issue for that particular organisation. Building on this understanding, you will The client will feature significantly in then develop your ability to manage the evaluation of the class and your in these environments, armed with team’s performance. This session, structured opportunities to explore normally run over a weekend, will offer the major management and economic you many insights into the uncertainties Online Class - Information and Elective Classes MBA Project theories, alongside the language of of managing yourself, working with a Technology Management With a pool of over 120 academic The capstone element of the Strathclyde strategy and strategic management in small team, the task of strategising and In everyday discussions about experts across a wide range of specialist MBA is the project, which provides the Strategy, Analysis and Evaluation meeting the expectations of the client. Class. technology, IS and ICT, people generally departments in SBS we are able to offer an opportunity to examine in depth a In the final instructional phase of the are referring to computers. In this class a wide range of classes. In practice, this managerial, organisational or strategic Finally, in the Making Strategy class you Strathclyde MBA, the “personalised” the focus is not on computers but on means that we are able to offer more business issue of your choice over an will learn to negotiate strategy in a small element is realised via a range of the picture we have about computers. than 20 different electives all taught by extended period of time. The design management team, putting into practice possibilities and choices in our Elective By doing this we will examine the ‘big subject specialists. of the MBA project enables you to put the management theories acquired in Classes, and the final MBA project. picture’ of IS/ICT, and technology more into practice the knowledge and skills A highlight of the Strathclyde MBA the preceding classes This will involve generally, in order to gain a better you have developed throughout the calendar is the annual MBA Summer developing an effective statement of understanding of what computers can MBA experience. While you have the School, which takes place in Glasgow strategic intent, including purpose, do for us, and when we should switch freedom to pursue your own topic and over May and June. competitive advantage and strategic off our computers, smartphones, use your own network, SBS will offer a priorities. tablets, and wearable technology and The summer school is open to all study number of consultancy opportunities take matters back into our human routes of the MBA who have reached sourced through alumni and our hands. elective study stage, and is a wonderful corporate connections. The Project opportunity to study your elective Methodology module provides guidance Delivered online to mirror the subject choices alongside a group of like- and a support infrastructure throughout matter, this class covers fundamental minded international colleagues. the project. concepts of technology and IS/ICT although students should be aware that For those unable to attend the summer overall this is not a technical course. school, elective classes are also offered at our international centres. To reflect both the latest challenges facing business and the latest insights from our world-leading research, the range of electives is revised annually.

12 13 I had the great opportunity to talk to the MBA cohort about leadership and organisational culture. As is the case with Industry “Strathclyde, students came from diverse gender, countries, backgrounds, age, and industries. The discussion after my talk engagement with the students was inspiring, and the enthusiasm that they demonstrated to learn and consciously leave a positive impact on the world was refreshing. as a student Nada Khorchid Full Time MBA 2017 ”

An important part of learning and application throughout your MBA will be through industry and external engagement. There are various ways in which you’ll engage with industry while studying: ▸ Module specific guest speakers ▸ Client-based projects ▸ Mini-consulting workshops with clients ▸ Career and professional development panel discussions ▸ Scottish MBA Employability conference (run with Edinburgh University and University of Glasgow) ▸ Networking ▸ Mentoring opportunities This industry engagement encourages your practical learning, builds your network with experts in the field, and allows you to make connections between the academic theory and the practical application.

14 15 I have found the strategy courses in particular immensely helpful and I can see me using these well into the future. Giving structure to thought and improving the “ quality of the conversation is a very strong Professional positive from this course. It helps move management debate towards a structured, academic thought process which everyone development can be involved in.

Cathy Kidero journey Full-time MBA ”

I see doing an MBA as AT STRATHCLYDE WE UNDERSTAND THAT CAREER ENHANCEMENT IS ONE OF THE TOP REASONS ANYONE a long term investment CHOOSES TO STUDY FOR AN MBA. “in yourself. It enhances your salary earning Free and for Life Events We draw on our many years of Complementary to your MBA learning capabilities, it enhances experience and industry knowledge experience, you can access a range of from the in-house team, supplemented talks and networking events which will your employability by top consultants who are experts in add further value. Our Scottish MBA their field, to offer dedicated careers Employability conference is an annual and could even help planning and development for all our event, regularly attracting high-level MBA cohorts and unlimited access once industry representatives. Integrated you launch your own you join our alumni. and stand-alone seminars and business. I feel doing workshops are delivered throughout the year, online and on-campus. an MBA makes you a The Career Management Journey team player as well as Our focus is on developing long-term career management skills. As part Our Virtual Careers Community giving you leadership of our career development support All students and alumni become part of we offer: our global careers community through access to our Career Management Site, abilities. It’s a win-win ▸ strategies to support self- where there is a wealth of information awareness, personal skills and resources, alerts, and information situation all round. development, competency audits, on jobs and events. and professional development Sumaiya Siddiqui needs MBA UAE, Emergency medicine physician” ▸ advice on core career skills such as CV building, interviews, assessment centres, social media and online branding ▸ one to one careers coaching

16 17 Prior to graduating, the MBA Careers service introduced me to a position at a prestigious FTSE 100 company. A few years down the line, as Director of Supply Chain, I identified several project “opportunities that my team did not have the time nor the skill set to undertake. Having reached out to the Business School I have been fortunate enough to engage with several professional individuals with time and motivation to review and develop solutions for my business challenges. The students have had the chance for real world consultancy experience and I am delighted with the support and conclusions provided.

Jenny McGeough Full Time MBA ”

Corporate and Alumni Relations Careers Post-Graduation Through the MBA-dedicated job links — Where our Students Go on the Career Management Site and Over the last three years, an average our network of corporate contacts, 92% of our full-time students had our students are kept in touch with jobs or a job offer 3–6 months after international recruiting organisations. November Graduation. SBS has been consistently ranked in Examples of companies hiring our the Economist and FT rankings over the students over the same period include: years and this is down to our alumni ▸ Thermo Fisher, Accenture, JP who have added value in organisations Morgan and Strathclyde Business and industries globally for many years, School in the UK creating a network for projects, jobs and networking. ▸ Samsung in SE Asia and Latin America ▸ TATA, KPMG and Halliburton in India ▸ Cognizant and Moody’s in the US ▸ Nova Asset Management and Pandora Jewellery in SE Asia

18 19 Join our learning community

UNDERTAKING THE STRATHCLYDE MBA IS NOT SIMPLY ABOUT GAINING AN INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION, IT IS ABOUT JOINING A COMMUNITY OF EXPERIENCED EXECUTIVES WHO SHARE A DESIRE TO DEVELOP THEIR PRACTICE ON A CONTINUING BASIS.

We see our task as facilitating this We build our cohorts to contain as much development through and beyond the diversity of organisational backgrounds MBA. Our commitment to this approach and nationality as possible and restrict is reflected not only in the course numbers to ensure effective and mutual itself, but in the people we recruit, the learning. approach to learning, the information For example, our full-time cohort is no resources and services available to you more than 60 people. and the way we work with alumni. Wherever you undertake our MBA, An innovative approach to Strathclyde academics lead your class learning giving you the opportunity to discuss We believe strongly that experienced issues and learn from their expertise. managers deserve an approach to learning that reflects their skills and Building a learning community knowledge. This starts with the learning The foundation stone of our learning materials. While the standard textbooks community are the people who join we provide cover the generality of the course. In recruitment our guiding subjects, we also supply bespoke core question is ‘what does this person learning materials targeted towards bring to our learning community?’ The the needs of managers. These texts qualities we look for in candidates are are written by the teams who deliver experience and a hunger to explore the course and draw upon their existing practice. collective experience as managers and consultants. As a result these materials reflect the latest thinking while integrating across the course.

20 21 What the MBA does is it allows you to see the All of our MBA study routes, wherever Facilitating your learning Continuing your development in the world you are based, are fully The Andersonian Library provides path whole picture and become more innovative at supported by a dedicated online learning access to the best resources possible to We recognise that completing the resource called Myplace. This virtual support you throughout your studies. In Strathclyde MBA does not exhaust your work. The MBA gives you confidence to act when learning environment comprises web addition, the Knowledge & Information need to develop and grow. There are “ pages and tools that deliver learning Portal (KIP), available via MyPlace, gives a number of options for alumni of the others are freezing in the face of new challenges. materials and activities designed to you access to additional resources, school to continue their studies through enhance and support your learning. directly related to your studies. continuing professional development courses or to take the next step by Professor Dave Mackay The MBA class sites will give you The learning resources available to you embarking upon the Doctor of Business MBA Programme Director ” specific details about the class from the Library and the KIP include Administration (DBA) qualification. including assessment details, lecture access to a wide range of databases, notes, and further reading. e-books and e-journals all available Many alumni contribute to the It also has discussion forums for you 24/7 from anywhere in the world. community by acting as live clients for the current class, or work with us to to interact with both your lecturers and Information, help and advice on current create materials to use on the course. your class-mates. business, management, company, Others act as mentors for those on We also emphasise a learning process industry, market and country data is the course or ambassadors at events. in our classes that maximises the provided. 24/7 help is available via Or you may choose simply to benefit opportunity to question and debate telephone and email. from the activities of the 9,000 strong current thinking. Unlike other world-wide network of alumni that schools we do not over-emphasise Executive Education include workshops, guest speaker and the historical, paper-based, case The focus of the Strathclyde MBA is networking events. study approach preferring, wherever on real-world relevance, and developing possible, to concentrate on current skills that you can apply in business issues facing organisations. This during and after your studies with us provides the basis for jointly exploring is crucial. business issues both with your peers and with academics. No matter where As you would expect from a business in the world you undertake our MBA, school which has been delivering an Strathclyde academics will lead your MBA in the UK for 50 years and around class giving you the opportunity to the world for over 25 years, we have discuss issues with them and learn from acquired a very wide and international their expertise. network of corporate contacts, many of whom continue to be very active alumni members. Our school overview section on pages 3 – 5 clearly outlines our commitment to be both engaging and enterprising in all of our corporate pursuits. To enhance your MBA experience, we ensure that a wide range of industry leaders and managers are brought in for guest speaker and networking sessions, allowing them to share their experiences and knowledge with you. Some of this input comes directly from our alumni network, whose involvement and commitment is actively encouraged by the school. In addition, SBS offers excellent careers support with connections into many prominent industries and large corporations.

22 23 Many programmes – one MBA

MANY ROUTES – ONE MBA.

The Strathclyde MBA is a very flexible programme. We offer a variety of study routes, allowing you to choose a programme which suits both your work and/or personal circumstances.

Full-time (12 months intensive study in Glasgow)

Strathclyde Executive MBA – Glasgow (weekend classes for 2 years, up to a maximum of 6 years)

Strathclyde Executive MBA – International (study your MBA locally in Singapore, Malaysia, Switzerland, Greece, Bahrain, UAE, Oman)

Should your circumstances change While each of our study routes has These alternative ways to study for during your study, or should you want differences in how they are delivered, your Strathclyde MBA are explained in to vary the way you complete your you can be assured that no matter greater detail on pages 26 – 33. Strathclyde MBA, we also allow our where and how you study for your course members the opportunity to Strathclyde MBA, each study route has transfer to a different study route, even the same: if that means studying in a different ▸ Entry criteria country! ▸ Course content and core learning materials ▸ Assessments ▸ Degree parchment

24 25 the Strathclyde Profile: Full-time study Before the MBA, I worked as a senior I found Strathclyde provided strong Madeleine Chadwick research and development manager in support from both teaching and support Full-time MBA the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) staff with a variety of internal and MBA industry, developing and launching new external lecturers and types of courses products in the cosmetic and medical and styles. The support staff were very device field. I decided to do the MBA helpful and always available. When you Full-time to pivot my career and broaden my study a full time MBA it is somewhat all business knowledge to enable the consuming, so it is important to have change. I chose Strathclyde as the strong support. The MBA dedicated positioning and content of the course careers team were also a great support, was ideally suited to what I was looking there to help with careers choices as for. I was also attracted by the dedicated well as advice on CVs, job applications career service and the opportunity and interviews and I used the service to benefit from the strong links that frequently. Strathclyde has with businesses in I would absolutely recommend the Scotland. Strathclyde MBA – and have, in fact, I loved my MBA experience. It was such done so. To anyone considering it, I The Full-time MBA – an Special characteristics of the Benefits of the full-time a privilege to take a year out to study, would emphasize the hard work and international experience full-time programme programme think, learn and develop. The diversity commitment needed but highlight that of people on the course was a real it is worth it to get the best from the If you choose to study your MBA full- The full-time course is 12 months: ten Since we require a minimum of three positive for me and I enjoyed the group experience. It really did open a new time over 12 months you can expect a months participating in classes, group- years’ work experience (the average assignments: they were challenging but world to me and allow me to achieve my stimulating experience. Your year with work and professional development is over nine years) you will find that proved to be a great learning experience objective of pivoting my career. us is an opportunity to stretch yourself processes, and two months completing your classmates have a wealth of and something of a differentiator for the I am now on the General Management to the maximum, to be challenged the MBA project. The full-time course experience, a powerful resource Strathclyde MBA. It wasn’t always easy, Leadership Development Programme in fact it gave me some of my biggest and inspired by the faculty and your allows you to take time to embark on life that will prove invaluable. Students at Thermo Fisher Scientific. This is a challenges that year, but it also provided colleagues and to make lasting planning and in many cases reinventing typically come from a wide variety of programme for MBA graduates and me with some of my greatest learning friendships around the globe. or re-planning your career. In the early industries, public service and voluntary I got this role as a direct result of the stages of the course there are a number agencies. This means that a wide range experiences. At the end of the year you will emerge MBA. It is a two year programme where of classes designed to identify your of experienced professionals have I moved back to Scotland to do the people rotate through different divisions a different person, confident in the personal strengths and weaknesses. developed their skills through the full MBA after 20 years away and so had no and roles in the business. It is a great knowledge that you have gained skills This is critical as it ensures you use time MBA. Typically this has included local network and limited knowledge opportunity to continue to learn and and abilities to help you realise your your assets to full advantage while the accounting and financial managers, of industry in Scotland. The industry apply the knowledge gained in the MBA. career aspirations. Studying full-time strengthening your weaker areas. The consultants, engineers, IT specialists, speakers, careers fair and networking This is a change in career for me - both allows you the opportunity to focus on events were particularly useful and industry and role - and the MBA was very course is intensive and relies heavily and marketing managers that you might the course rather than trying to juggle informative for me. I also enjoyed a lot much part of allowing me to do this. on teamwork throughout – encouraging meet on many MBA programmes, but study and work. of the broader opportunities through co-operation rather than competition. also some people with very different Strathclyde University and associated Within teams, your own expertise and perspectives, such as medical organisations and attended many talks experience is an essential and a valued professionals, civil servants and military and events. part of the distinctive character of the officers. full-time MBA. This professional diversity is As the full time MBA route of study complemented by the international is normally undertaken by those flavour of the course. The class has a individuals changing careers or maximum intake of around 60 course considering starting up their own members from a variety of countries. business, then the programme has Our strong belief is by limiting the a more formal, integrated careers and class size, students interact more with professional development programme. academic staff and class-mates, making Details of this can be found on pages the overall MBA experience highly I would absolutely recommend the 16 – 17. participative and engaging. Strathclyde MBA – and have, in fact, “done so. ”

26 27 the Strathclyde Profile: Executive MBA From day one of my part time MBA ingredient in organisational success. journey I have been constantly learning I chose the Developing Skills for Effective Glasgow and applying my learning from the MBA Management Consulting and through Mildred Zimunya MBA programme. this I have learnt the importance of Part-time MBA having the skills to listen, to explore What has been key in doing this issues that may be affecting an Executive MBA (part time) Glasgow MBA has been the emphasis on organisation, and to help organisations understanding others, understanding with the tools to solve their own issues the environment and the application and formulate winning strategies. of learning through the use of live case study examples from the business I also participated in the Leadership for world. I have changed a lot in how I Change and Innovation elective - this work with people - I listen more, I have was about understanding leadership learnt what it is ‘to be in the other rather than being a leader. This is also persons shoes’, I have learnt to be more in recognition that organisations are analytical using the many theories and environments filled with creative and tools taught to understand my work innovative individuals at any level Executive MBA (part time) bring to their classes and groups the environment. and where organisations harness issues they deal with on a day-to-day Glasgow – a Scottish networking As a manager I have acquired a huge this resource they can think out of basis and in-depth knowledge of current experience insight into understanding management the box and find new and successful practice in their industry. Through the We recognise that the commitments of issues and the technical skills ideas within themselves to move their course materials and discussion with working managers mean they require necessary to tackle them. The MBA organisations forward. their peers they take back into their a programme that fits around their programme has been very well rounded These electives have reinforced work situations insights that reflect the careers. Strathclyde’s Executive MBA in offering organisational management the importance of acknowledging cross-disciplinary nature of the course Glasgow is designed for busy executives techniques to make decisions that that employees often hold the keys and the contextual richness of those who need to combine career and family benefit organisations and foster growth. to unlocking success and that it is taking the MBA. This dynamic brings commitments with the demands of MBA I have been given tools that have important that organisations offer the great value to course members and studies. The flexibility of the part-time already helped me unlock the nuts and right environment for this to happen. approach enables most participants to employers alike as new possibilities bolts of some of my own work issues to graduate within two years. However, and ways of working are opened up at enhance service delivery. The beauty of doing the Strathclyde study may be spread over a longer both an organisational and personal MBA part time programme has been Before the MBA my view of the period if necessary, to a maximum of six level. that I have been able to put into Corporate Profit-focussed world practice what I have learnt throughout years. Executive MBA study gives you the versus the Third sector, not-for-profit my learning journey. I am definitely a opportunity to get to know people from Typically your studies will be made up environment was very narrow, it was more reflective person in my practice, I a broad spectrum - previously, the of: skewed towards a view that these am much more confident in my view of programme has had representatives two entities were enemies of each management; I believe the skills I have ▸ weekend intensive seminars from sectors such as financial services, other and what drove them was very gained have given me leadership skills delivered at the Business School oil, pharmaceuticals, IT and retail different. However my view now is that applicable to any sector. in Glasgow, students can expect as well as public and not-for-profit organisations all want the same things to attend around 7 or 8 of these organisations. This provides course and exist in more or less the same The mix of students from all business scheduled classes per year if members with the unique opportunity to environments with similar challenges sectors and various nationalities has following a two-year timetable. establish a powerful network. and needs around working with people, enriched my view of other cultures ▸ off-campus learning and support building successful businesses, and broadened my understanding of A highlight of the Strathclyde calendar facilitated by our virtual learning sustainability and good leadership. the vital role culture plays in moving is the annual MBA Summer School environment. organisations forward. which takes place in Glasgow, over The electives I chose were very much You’ll work in an international May and June. The summer school is informed by my learning experience I have certainly found SBS a ‘place of environment alongside like-minded open to all study routes of the MBA and my curiosity in how to make work useful learning’ and will continue to classmates and be part of our long- who have reached the elective stage environments better for employees. actively participate as an alumna of established network of students of the programme. It’s a great way to I feel a motivated work force is a key Strathclyde Business School. and alumni from our international accelerate your studies and network postgraduate centres. with a large group of international colleagues. A major strength of the Executive MBA lies in the immediacy of the relationship There are two intakes per year for the between managerial practice and the Strathclyde Executive MBA in Glasgow, course. Students of the Executive MBA in October and April.

28 29 I feel like the MBA is giving me a whole range of skills, knowledge and “accumulated business acumen that will propel my career. The Strathclyde environment is one which is positive and supportive.

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala Executive MBA, Singapore ”

When I was enquiring about the MBA programme, I felt they were a good fit “with what I wanted....It really reframed my thinking on who I was and what I have done so far and what I wanted to do.

Pilar Amieva Full Time MBA ”

30 31 the Strathclyde Profile: Executive MBA Aida El Bouanani MBA Executive MBA – Dubai Executive - International I come from an engineering As part of the MBA, I had the background and graduated in IT opportunity to choose two electives in Engineering in 2010 in Morocco. two different locations and I used this Strathclyde Executive MBA However I never worked as an Engineer opportunity to travel to the Strathclyde – International and joined the sales team in Procter & campus in Glasgow to take one of Gamble after my graduation. After four the electives there. It was a great The Strathclyde MBA has been years, I had the opportunity to move opportunity to meet with students from available outside the UK since 1988, to Dubai and join the sales team in all over the world and exchange views with thousands of course participants General Mills in 2014. on our experiences with the MBA and now graduated and thousands our future career perspectives. more currently studying in their own Coming from an engineering country. This success is due to the background, most of my studies were The academic teaching at Strathclyde around mathematics, physics and is very comprehensive as it covers flexible learning delivery structure technical subjects. So when I started diverse courses. Also, all the developed with local partners. working in sales, I realised I was professors come from the Glasgow Our partnership agreements ensure lacking the business acumen needed campus and this ensures consistency that our international bases mirror the in order to progress in my career. in the delivery of the courses between high standard of teaching facilities I joined the MBA in order to get a the different locations. On top of and resources you would expect in a holistic understanding of the corporate that, most of the local counsellors are leading business school. While we world and equip myself with the right alumni of the Dubai MBA itself which maintain full control of admissions, tools to move to a senior leadership represents an opportunity to discuss academic teaching and programme position. with them the outcomes of the MBA and how to make the most out of it. delivery, our partners provide full During my research for the MBA, I The Strathclyde administrative support and are on attended various MBA fairs and did After graduation, I joined BP Middle hand to deal with your everyday extensive research about the various East as part of their Future Leaders Executive MBA is needs as you progress through your MBA courses available in Dubai. I programme. The Future Leaders studies. chose Strathclyde as it is the longest Programme (FLP) is an international offered on a standing MBA in the UAE, and is the four-year rotation programme The Strathclyde MBA has many only one offering a triple accreditation which takes enthusiastic, talented study routes, but we emphasise part-time basis - AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. The people from a range of professional our ‘one MBA’ approach. The Strathclyde MBA is also accredited backgrounds and provides the through our executive MBA you study via one of by the Ministry of Higher Education skills and opportunities necessary our international centres is exactly & Scientific Research in the UAE, and to develop them to reach senior international the same programme as you would was the first international MBA in leadership positions and accelerate study in Glasgow, and the academics the UAE to have this accreditation. their careers. The programme consists partnerships in: who deliver the core elements of Strathclyde’s MBA remains the of two 24-month rotations, one of the programme in your country also only UAE government and triple which is an international assignment. Bahrain deliver the MBA in Glasgow. internationally accredited UK MBA The BP Future Leaders Programme programme available in the UAE. has been ranked the 5th Top MBA Greece The programme format is especially Development programme in the World designed for busy executives who I also looked at the different rankings Malaysia in 2018 by MBA-Exchange.com. need to combine career and family provided by the FT and the Economist Oman commitments with the demands and it was clear from there that The MBA has been a life-changing of MBA studies. The flexibility of Strathclyde had the best cost vs. experience and a great career Singapore the part-time approach enables ranking ratio and thus provided a accelerator for me. Strathclyde Switzerland participants to graduate within two better return on investment. Business School curriculum is very challenging and will push you to UAE years. However, study may be spread I enjoyed the variety of classes give the best of yourself and get the over a longer period if necessary, to a provided by the MBA. I had classes maximum of six. maximum learning out of the MBA. We also offer the MBA with a specialism about marketing, operations management, human resources and in Shipping at our centre in Greece. finance. I also had the chance to be exposed to the strategy module and Further details of the above centres are work on multiple case studies for available in separate literature – please different industries. contact us for further information.

32 33 General information

Course assessment How do I pay? Association of Masters of Examinations Keeping you informed Course dates and Assessment throughout the programme Sponsoring companies are asked to pay Business Administration There are three examination schedules Our comprehensive website at involves a combination of assignments, tuition fees at the beginning of each Students are eligible to join AMBA after each year for UK- based study routes – www.strath.ac.uk/mba/ provides applications workshops, examinations, group work academic year. enrolment on an MBA course. December, March and July/August, and additional information and should and presentations. two in August and March for study via answer most of your questions. If you are paying your own fees you Full-time MBA international centres. might wish to take advantage of Scholarships and funding If you would like to discuss the MBA programme starts during How much does it cost? a scheme allowing you to pay by Each year, the business school provides It is possible for Executive MBA course programme with a member of September Details of fees are available online. instalments. a range of scholarship opportunities for members to sit examinations off- the admissions team or the MBA If you are studying via the Executive MBA those students who are self- funding campus. Full details, including current administrator, please contact us. We Prodigy finance offers loans to UK route, fees stay at the same rate from their MBA studies. Self-funding status locations, are available from the local would be happy to show you around the nationals and international students when you commenced the programme. means that fees are paid for by a administrators. school and introduce you to some of the Executive MBA (part time) Glasgow studying an MBA at Strathclyde student’s own means. If a student is faculty. There are intakes in October Business School. Conditions apply for in receipt of funding or a scholarship and April What other costs might I further information visit: SBS and our international partners from an organisation such as the British encounter? www.prodigyfinance.com Flexibility of study choice regularly hold MBA information sessions Council or a corporate body, then it is It is strongly recommended that you We offer you the flexibility of at all our centres. In addition, we unlikely that they will be eligible for have your own personal computer or transferring between various study attend international recruitment events Strathclyde Executive MBA - How do I raise the funds? financial assistance via our scholarship laptop. A suitable computer would cost routes, and to undertake units or throughout the year. International schemes. For further details refer to: between £350 and £500, depending The Strathclyde MBA Programme is a modules from different routes. For There are two intakes at each of www.strath.ac.uk/mba/scholarships/ For further details on any of the above, on model type and specification, and well-recognised qualification among example, Executive MBA students can our international centres in April please contact the admissions team on: a printer around £50 - £100. Our IT international, national and local For details of other funding catch up with missed work by taking and October Support department would be happy employers. On average, 50% of course opportunities please contact the MBA part in selected modules of the full time T: +44 141 553 6118/9 to advise you on the best buy for your members on the part-time routes obtain admissions office. programme. Full time MBA students E: [email protected] budget. full or partial sponsorship from their who miss out on elements of the

employer. For course members funding Accommodation programme for whatever reason can We advise you to apply as early as themselves, there are a number of ways also take advantage of Executive MBA possible since places on most study The University has a large student of securing funding. Details of how to seminars. routes are limited. village with a variety of accommodation find out about available scholarships both on-campus and nearby. All Please note that course members are shown below. successful applicants for the full-time wishing to take classes on routes other programme will be sent on- campus than the one they are registered for accommodation details. may be subject to additional fees. In addition, while we do our best to meet your requirements wherever possible, such requests are subject to availability.

34 35 Admissions process

The Strathclyde MBA requires us to view AS YOU MIGHT EXPECT, OUR SELECTION PROCESS IS the things that affect an organisation from DESIGNED TO IDENTIFY TALENTED PROFESSIONALS FROM A WIDE RANGE OF ACADEMIC, BUSINESS AND CULTURAL “different and various viewpoints. BACKGROUNDS WHO MIGHT GAIN FROM, AND CONTRIBUTE Atsushi Ikarashi TO, OUR LEARNING COMMUNITY. MBA Malaysia ”

As a result, while there are formal Admissions Testing Computer competence requirements for entry listed below, Although GMAT (Graduate Management In order to undertake the MBA you Qualifications and our concern is with the potential Admissions Test) is not a standard will need to be competent in word of individual candidates, their requirement of our admissions process, processing, the use of spreadsheets experience interpersonal and teamworking strong verbal reasoning and numerical and in report writing. qualities and the range and nature of abilities are critical for the MBA and we For entry to the MBA programme: their managerial experience. may ask you to undertake such a test. The application process ▸ A first degree is essential and Applications should be made online In order to assess these skills we applicants must be at least Competence in English at www.strath.ac.uk/mba/. Completed ask you to complete a number of 24 years old, have a minimum The MBA programme is highly application forms are considered by essays outlining your experience and of three years’ postgraduate interactive and therefore requires a the Admissions Committee as they are aspirations along with references managerial/professional high level of competence in English received. You are therefore encouraged supporting your work experience and experience and be able to speaking, writing, reading and to submit your application form and academic record. demonstrate career progression. understanding. A well balanced all the supporting documentation minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS is as soon as possible. Once all the We may ask you to undertake a formal required for those applicants whose requisite details are with us you should interview to discuss your achievements first language is not English. We may receive a decision within two weeks of and aspirations. In any case we would consider applicants who fall slightly application. encourage you to visit the school or below these standards if they are willing centre you are applying to and to ask as to undertake pre-sessional study. many questions as you need to clarify your decision.

36 37 Our centres worldwide

AS A SCOTTISH BUSINESS SCHOOL WITH OUR CITY CENTRE CAMPUS IN GLASGOW, WE PIONEERED OUR MBA PROGRAMME OVERSEAS STARTING WITH SINGAPORE IN 1988. OUR EXECUTIVE MBA IS NOW OFFERED IN SEVEN LOCATIONS WORLDWIDE. The Strathclyde MBA is offered Scotland Glasgow Scotland is one of Europe’s most unique Glasgow is Scotland’s biggest city but on a part-time After 14 years’ work experience destinations, famed for its history, its its position and excellent transport links castles, its scenery, its lively cities, its mean all other parts of the country are basis through in marketing and public relations warm hospitality and its traditions. It is easy and quick to access. A stunning city both in Switzerland and abroad, a small yet wildly diverse country and in its own right, Glasgow is just minutes our international “ the very size of the land is one of its from some of the most beautiful parts attributes, allowing the visitor to travel of the country – the rugged west coast, partnerships in: I wanted to study with open- the length and breadth of the country Loch Lomond and Burns country are all minded people from different easily and often. on our doorstep. Bahrain Outdoor activities are plentiful in Glasgow has been named variously Greece countries in order to gain a Scotland. In the ‘home of golf’, places as European City of Culture, UK City of Malaysia such as Gleneagles, Carnoustie and St. Architecture and Design and European broader and deeper insight Andrews Old Course are synonymous Capital of Sport. Glasgow played Oman into strategic management and with world-class golf. Other activities to host to the highly successful 2014 Singapore be enjoyed in Scotland include walking, Commonwealth Games and co-hosted climbing, skiing, white water rafting and the 2018 European Championships with Switzerland general leadership. I applied for sailing. Berlin. The city is not content to rest UAE on its laurels, making it a vibrant and the Strathclyde MBA. For me it Culture is also important in Scotland exciting place to live. Visitors attest – of course, there is the world famous was a very positive experience to the fact that Glasgow offers great Edinburgh International Festival, but experiences, whether that is through there are numerous festivals and events and one I would not have wanted culture, history, entertainment, food and throughout Scotland all year round in drink, shopping or a taste of all of these! both towns and cities. to miss.

Anna Baumann Executive MBA, Switzerland”

38 39 Beyond the Strathclyde MBA - your global alumni community

ON COMPLETING THE STRATHCLYDE MBA, YOU MAY GO FOR A COMPLETE CAREER CHANGE, BE PROMOTED WITHIN YOUR EXISTING ORGANISATION, OR EVEN START UP YOUR OWN BUSINESS. NO MATTER WHAT YOUR AMBITION, WE ENSURE THAT ALL OF OUR GRADUATES ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE NECESSARY SKILLS, KNOW-HOW AND CONFIDENCE TO ADD IMMEDIATE VALUE TO ANY ORGANISATION.

On graduation, you will join an alumni Further base of over 9000 MBA graduates spread across the world not to mention the wider University of Strathclyde alumni base of some 150,000 Information graduates. Once registered, we will keep you up FOR GENERAL INFORMATION to date on current business issues, ON THE STRATHCLYDE MBA SBS news and alumni events via our website, e-newsletters and our on- PROGRAMME OR ANY OF OUR line dedicated MBA alumni site. This OTHER PROGRAMMES PLEASE site also gives you access to a careers CONTACT US AT: portal, bulletin boards and Business Source database. This database is your Marketing and Student Recruitment personal global address book, allowing University of Strathclyde Business School you to search for colleagues and 199 Cathedral Street networking opportunities. GLASGOW MBA alumni are eligible to undertake G4 0QU one elective per year for three years T: +44(0)141 553 6118/6119 after graduation, subject to availability. E: [email protected] We believe that we offer you every www.strath.ac.uk/mba opportunity to make life after your Strathclyde MBA rewarding. We look forward to developing this relationship throughout your career.

40 For general information on the Strathclyde MBA programme or any of our other programmes please contact us at: Marketing and Student Recruitment University of Strathclyde Business School 199 Cathedral Street GLASGOW G4 0QU T: +44(0)141 553 6118/6119 E: [email protected] www.strath.ac.uk/mba