Manchester Global MBA

Course description

Create a personalised MBA programme that delivers exactly what you need while you continue working. You will benefit from the latest thinking and develop the skills that will set you apart in today's competitive marketplace. Choose the global pathway if you are a professional looking to develop a thorough grounding in business theory, with the opportunity to specialise in year 2.

For further programme information, please visit the course pages  here

Open days

You can meet us in person at MBA fairs worldwide or virtually at an online information session. We also hold regular information sessions in both Manchester and London which include programme presentations, taster lectures and Q&A sessions with students and alumni. Please visit our  website  to see our list of forthcoming events and reserve your place.

Fees

To be announced.

Entry requirements

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Entry is competitive and we take a holistic view when we evaluate candidates. We're not just looking for candidates with the most experience or the best test scores. We use a wide variety of criteria to evaluate applications, including academic credentials, fast career progression, leadership characteristics and entrepreneurial talent. We also assess your potential to contribute to and enhance your class¿s professional and cultural diversity.

Entry requirements at a glance

• Good undergraduate degree or international equivalent
• Satisfactory GMAT® or GRE® or Manchester Admissions Test score

If you do not have a degree, it may be possible to gain a place without the specified formal academic qualifications. Please visit the Alliance Manchester Business School website for further information.

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• Proof of English competency (assessed throughout the admissions process)

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• Minimum of three years¿ post-graduation work experience with strong, consistent career progression and achievement, or eight to ten years¿ managerial experience instead of a recognised degree
• Professional skills and competencies
• International exposure (valued)
• Entrepreneurial experience (valued)
• Strong team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Emotional intelligence and personal qualities

Application and selection

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There are intakes for the Manchester Global part-time MBA in January and July every year. To apply you need:

• At least three 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.
• Successful completion of the Online Admission Test
• An English language qualification if applicable
• Excellent team working, communication, professional and interpersonal skills

You can submit your application online  here

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To apply for the part-time blended learning Global MBA programmes at Alliance Manchester Business School, you need to complete the  Global MBA application form , take the Online Admission Test and submit your supporting documents.

Application documents

You are also required to submit the following:

• Two work related references
• CV/resume
• Degree/Professional qualifications transcript(s) and certificate(s)
• English language test report (if applicable)
• Photo/ name page from your passport

Decision process:

We will review your application when it is complete, including your application form and documents, and Online Admissions Test. If successful you will be offered a place or invited for an interview. Decisions are made by the consensus of the MBA Admissions Committee.

Admission support:

Our MBA Admissions team aims to provide a friendly and professional service. We will advise you through every stage of the admission process. We can also put you in contact with current MBA students and alumni ambassadors.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact us by email: [email protected]  or telephone: +44 (0)161 275 7212.

Aims

The Manchester Global MBA is highly flexible and portable, meets the needs of busy executives and fits around your personal and professional commitments. Our proven blend of robust academic theory and practical, hands-on experience means you can start putting your learning into practice from day one, providing immediate benefits for you and/or your employer without putting your career on hold. Explore our  website  for further programme information and student testimonials.

Career opportunities

Whether you are looking to accelerate your career, branch out in another direction or set up your own company, the Global Part-time MBA will give you the knowledge and transferable skills you need to succeed in the current and future worlds of business.

Our dedicated Postgraduate Careers Service 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.

Accrediting organisations

Our Global MBA programmes are Triple Accredited by:-

• AMBA
• EQUIS
• AACSB

Visit the Manchester Global MBA page on the University of Manchester website for more details!