MBA PROGRAMME BROCHURE - Equipping leaders for a changing world - University of Limerick
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Ranked in the top 2% of business schools globally 2021 EXECUTIVE MBA PROGRAMME BROCHURE Equipping leaders for a changing world
Developing leaders to excel in uncertain times Now more than ever companies require confident, strategic, and internationally focused leaders. The UL MBA will challenge your thinking, improve your decision making and enhance your communication skills. Providing you with essential skills to navigate an uncertain world.
The Programme Fullfill your leadership potential 08 What our alumni say 09 Tailor your MBA 10 Select specialist electives 11 Online international workshop 12 3-day block release 13 Gain international perspectives 14 Student profile 15 Brochure Contents Expert teaching 16 Executive MBA Next Steps Entry & fees 17 The University of Limerick Important dates 18 Welcome note from Programme Director 04 Develop leadership skills for a changing world 05 AMBA-AACSB accredited 06 Additional references PMI-GAC approved 07 Contact us 19
Intelligent, strategic leadership is the key to unlocking success in uncertain times. Studying for an MBA at UL will equip you with vital communication and decision-making skills to excel in today’s rapidly changing COVID environment. Our AMBA, AACSB and PMI-GAC accredited MBA is ranked in the top 2% of business schools globally and will help you fulfil your leadership potential. Prof. Michele O’Dwyer, MBA Programme Director 4
Develop leadership skills for a changing world Studying for an MBA at UL provides you with essential skills to succeed in a changing world. We’ll challenge your thinking, improve your decision making and enhance your communication skills supporting you to become the confident, internationally focused leader businesses urgently require today. In a rapidly changing COVID environment businesses need insightful leaders to decipher and respond to dynamic challenges. Strategic decision-making is more vital now than ever before. Our MBA provides you with the tools to assess issues swiftly and the skills to solve problems productively. The UL MBA will help you, and your organisation, become more resilient, equipping you with essential tools to navigate the COVID and economic crisis successfully. Improved communication skills You don’t get to a position of employing help you empower and engage others; critical thinking skills help you over 200 people without effective act strategically; and enhanced data analysis supports more astute decisions. strategic leadership. I’m proud to say that the skills we learnt during the MBA Focused learning supports tomorrow’s leaders to make strategic have helped us create hundreds of jobs in judgements, motivate colleagues, and lead teams effectively in Waterford and help patients worldwide. uncertain times. Patsy Carney, EirGen Pharma Founder 5
AMBA-AACSB accredited MBA Ranked in the top 2% of business schools globally, University of Limerick’s Executive MBA course is AMBA accredited, reflecting its ability to deliver innovative teaching, career development and employability. The Kemmy Business School at UL also holds an AACSB international accreditation demonstrating a keen focus on the three themes of engagement, innovation and impact. Backed by a rigorous peer-review process, our AMBA-AACSB accredited programme is proven to provide students with a first-rate, future-focused business education. Ranked in the top 2% of business schools globally 6
PMI-GAC approved The University of Limerick, Kemmy Business School, is accredited by the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programmes (GAC). This widely recognised approval indicates the academic rigor and real-world applicability of our MBA curriculum. Graduates will develop the project management skills, tools and frameworks needed to manage diverse projects in today’s highly competitive world. PMI-GAC approval provides students with a more marketable qualification, ensuring they are equipped Excellent project management skills provide with the tools to lead and motivate teams effectively. companies with an advantage in today’s competitive marketplace. We’re committed to developing these skills through innovative research and education. Our accreditation from PMI serves as proof of commitment to that goal. Catriona Burke, Lecturer in Project Management 7
Fullfill your The UL MBA is proven to develop confident, strategic, and internationally focused leaders. Equipping you with leadership potential essential skills to lead in a rapidly changing environment. What will you gain An international perspective Strategic decision-making Strong communication skills Develop a lifelong network Broaden your experience by skills Improve your communication You will develop networks participating in our week-long, Learn how to decipher and skills to influence, empower through the peer-to- online international workshop. respond to the dynamic and engage others. These peer class projects. You Explore perspectives from challenges of a rapidly crucial skills are developed will also have networking multiple countries via changing COVID environment. via module learnings, class opportunities with senior interactive discussion with Our MBA provides you with the debates and discussions business people during the global business leaders and data analysis tools to assess where students exchange international workshop. discover how workplace business issues swiftly and ideas, share insights and All students are part of culture, laws, standards, and the skills to solve problems absorb new problem-solving the UL MBA Alumni group technologies differ around the effectively. skills. which hosts regular Master world. Classes. 8
The leadership and international management skills I developed during the MBA was enormously beneficial and I was able to deploy that in real time to Embraer. John Slattery, President and CEO, GE Aviation, 2014 MBA graduate What our alumni say The MBA helped hone our critical thinking, so we could ask the right questions, at the right time. Enabling us to start and scale a business into a multi-million global company. Patsy Carney and Tom Brennan, EirGen Founders, 2005 MBA graduates The skills I gained from the MBA has enabled me to effectively lead the company, ensuring everyone in the team works well together to get the best result. Eithna O’Leary, Managing Director, Warburton Technology, 2008 MBA graduate 9
Tailor your MBA Select specialist electives that align with your career goals YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1 Financial Reporting Organisational Behaviour Winter School ELECTIVES* (CHOOSE 1) WINTER Electives* Macroeconomics and the Global Economy Air Transport Characteristics Market Orientation and Customer Focus Supply Chain Management SEMESTER 2 Managing in the International Context Globalisation and International Economic Issues International ELECTIVES* (CHOOSE 1) SUMMER Workshop Corporate Finance Fleet Planning Data Analysis for Business Decision Commercial and Corporate Law SEMESTER 3 YEAR 2 Corporate Strategy Analysis Relationship Marketing Winter School ELECTIVES* (CHOOSE 1) WINTER Electives Strategic Human Resource Management Airline Finance and Ground Operations Information Systems & Knowledge Management Lean Tools and Techniques SEMESTER 4 Implementing Strategy Management SUMMER Project/Thesis Strategic Leadership Creativity, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Management The Strategic Management of Projects: Science & Principles * Electives will run subject to minimum numbers 10
Select specialist electives Choose electives that will power your individual career path goals and embed new areas of expertise to ensure your MBA achieves maximum impact. Build on existing knowledge and expand your learning in key areas to progress or diversify your role. The specialist Aviation Management electives enabled me to focus my MBA programme specifically to my career path and has given me the skills, knowledge and confidence to accelerate my career in Aviation. John Butler, First Officer Boeing Pilot, Ryanair 2018 MBA graduate 11
Online international workshop Explore international perspectives Broaden your business insight and experience by participating in our week-long virtual international workshop. Explore diverse practices from multiple countries online via video conference and enjoy interactive discussion with senior leaders from large corporations around the world. Our speakers are from across the globe; Europe, USA, South America, Africa and Asia. Previous participating companies include Embraer, Google, Cisco, Coca-Cola, Philips, Northern Trust, United Nations, IBM, Intel, Greencore, Dell and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Real-life case studies and lecturer teaching combine to highlight how workplace culture, laws, standards, and technologies differ overseas. Our online international workshops help you grow personally and professionally; with learnings you can action immediately to progress your career. The international workshop is an invaluable component of the MBA, it gave me an excellent insight to how other cultures work, a global business perspective and expanded my network. Eithna O'Leary, Managing Director, Warburton Technology 2008 MBA graduate 12
3-day block release A 3-day block release is an easier and more effective way to study an MBA. Our students find the executive MBA structure of eight blocks of three days each year enables them to easily plan around work commitments and can focus 100% on their studies while on-campus. The way the structure of the UL MBA works is that you are on campus 3 days a month. You can plan your calendar out 12 months in advance, which worked really well for me John Slattery, President and CEO, GE Aviation 2014 MBA graduate 13
Gain international insight Expand your business acumen by executives and business leaders participating in our virtual online from multinational and indigenous international workshop. organisations share their learnings, GECAS experiences and advice, bringing Explore perspectives from multiple to life themes discussed in class, countries via video conference and while generating new global socio- gain international insights through economic insights. discussion with senior leaders from corporations around the world. Our speakers are from across the globe; You’ll gain: Europe, USA, South America, Africa A more developed appreciation and Asia. Previous participating of diverse foreign cultures and companies include Embraer, Google, business practices. Cisco, Coca-Cola, Philips, Northern Trust, United Nations, IBM, Intel, Opportunities to build Greencore, Dell and Hewlett Packard meaningful new professional and Enterprise. working relationships. Students gain new perspective on A better understanding of global international workplace culture, institutions and the competitive organisational behaviour, and global challenges of markets. business practices. Senior business 14
Student Industry Public vs. Private Sector profile Private Sector = 73% Public Sector = 26% Pharma/Medical/Bio-Tech Voluntary Sector = 1% Healthcare = 17% Manufacturing = 16% A diverse cohort Financial/Accounting = 13% promotes exciting peer- Defence/Military = 9% to-peer learning Aviation/Auto = 8% FMCG/Retail = 6% Experience Pre-EMBA International Students Public/NFP/Education = 5% 6-10 years = 39% Engineering = 6% 11-15 years = 36% Consulting = 5% 16-20 years = 16% Energy/Power = 5% 21-30 years = 9% Marketing/Publishing = 3% IT&T = 3% Project Managment = 1% Student Age Range Irish Students 67% Waste Management = 1% 25-34 years = 20% Sport = 1% 35-44 years = 50% 45-54 years = 25% Construction = 1% 54+ years = 5% *Figures based on last three years’ intakes 15
Expert teaching Learn from an experienced and highly qualified team of lecturers Industry expertise UL MBA lecturers include high-calibre, full-time faculty and carefully chosen adjunct academics and industry experts. This diverse team offers a holistic, well- rounded learning experience that combines theory and traditional study with current, practical knowledge and experience. Applicable learning Including internationally renowned researchers, well- I ask my students to be open to new ideas published professionals and nationally recognised and perspectives – knowledge sharing instructors, the highly qualified MBA teaching team is crucial to succeeding in your working engage with students on many levels, imparting environment valuable expertise and guidance as well as instruction in leadership, internationalisation, strategic thinking, John McCarthy, UL MBA Strategy Lecturer entrepreneurship and innovation, managerial vision and competencies, and more. 16
ENTRY & FEES Entry requirements Availability on our MBA programme is limited. If your application is accepted, you'll be invited to attend an informal interview with members of our MBA team. The purpose is to review your qualifications and experience, assess your fit for the executive MBA programme and the programme's fit for you, while answering any questions you might have. Fees Payment Options The fees for this part-time, We offer flexible payment options Qualifications executive MBA programme are for our part-time MBA programme. The part-time UL MBA programme approximately €14,622 per Annual MBA programme fees can typically requires a level 8 degree annum. This fee includes books, be paid in one instalment at the and at least 4 years of experience. the online international workshop, start of the academic year or in Equivalent qualifications and winter school, and support two instalments at the start of the experience will be considered. workshops if required. autumn and spring semesters. 17
Develop leadership skills for a changing world We equip tomorrow’s leaders to excel in uncertain times We interview once a month from November 2020 until we have the required quality and diversity of students. The programme is in increasingly high demand and places fill up quickly, therefore early application is recommended for the September 2021 intake to avoid disappointment. How to Apply? If you would like to apply to the MBA programme, applications can be made online through our Post Graduate School. To ensure a speedy assessment of your application by the Course Director, please ensure that you complete the online application form fully. 2021 Intake Selection Process The UL MBA programme typically requires a level 8 degree and at least 4 years of experience. Equivalent qualifications and experience will be considered. If your application is Start date: accepted, you'll be invited to attend an informal interview with members of our MBA team. September 2021 Selection Criteria If you are invited to attend an interview, we will review your qualifications and experience, assess your fit for the programme and the programme's fit for you, and answer any questions you may have. 18
Ready to fulfil your leadership potential? Click here to apply or talk to us MBA Programme Director Prof. Michele O’Dwyer Michele.ODwyer@ul.ie | +353 61 213161 19
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