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The Birmingham MBA Guiding you through business since 1902 Birmingham Business School www.birmingham.ac.uk/mba
Contents Welcome 3 Programmes 4 MBA International Business 4 MBA Global Banking and Finance 5 MBA Strategy and Procurement Management (full-time) 6 MBA Executive 7 MBA Strategy and Procurement Management (part-time) 8 MBA Public Service 9 Overseas MBA programmes 10 Graduate Diploma in Business Administration 11 What are the MBA 24 and 21 month routes? 13 Projects 14 How to Apply and Entry Criteria 15 Fees and Living Costs 16 Scholarships 17 Shaping Your Future 18 The Business School’s Advisory Board 19 Alumni and Distinguished Leaders 20 Our Campus and City 22
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The Birmingham MBA 3
Welcome
Our mission at Birmingham Business School is to be a research-
led, multi-disciplinary, international business school developing
a new generation of global business leaders and entrepreneurs.
We are committed to making a difference: by enabling our
graduates to add value throughout their careers; by providing
superior business intelligence to our partners; and by focusing
our research on the key challenges that face our economy and
our society.
Through our standards of teaching and care modified specialist programmes, delivered
for our students, we have continued to hold a in a variety of flexible formats to match your
place at the forefront of business education lifestyle and choice of study.
since 1902. Today, it is our dedication to
guiding our students in the pursuit of their Our dedication to guiding your career through
career ambitions that has helped us maintain the challenges of modern business has led to
our reputation as a prestigious and world- increased investment in our career services and
leading business school. corporate relations programme. This will further
enhance the excellent career prospects of our
The Birmingham MBA is internationally- graduates, with additional opportunities for
acclaimed; consistently ranked in global project work and internships with leading
ranking tables and accredited by leading global businesses. In addition, our continued
bodies, AMBA and EQUIS. For this reason, commitment in providing an exceptional
international business and global markets are standard of education has seen the approval
at the heart of the Birmingham MBA. Our of a £10 million investment into a dedicated
expert faculty, comprising leading academics Business School Postgraduate Teaching
and practitioners, will provide you with specific Centre.
business skills to expand your knowledge in
specialist disciplines, including: Global Banking We know that innovation and globalisation
and Finance, Strategy and Procurement, will continue to reshape global business in
and International Business. the future. To this end our goal is to provide
an education that will inspire and equip our
We have an enviable Advisory Board that graduates to navigate the ever-changing
we work closely with, an excellent level of and evolving landscape of global business.
engagement with regional and international
businesses and strong links with policy makers I look forward to welcoming you to our
involved with economic growth and business. business school.
We have designed the Birmingham MBA Professor Simon Collinson
to offer a suite of high quality and uniquely Dean, Birmingham Business School
4 The Birmingham MBA
MBA International Business
Overview
Choosing our MBA in International Business will develop your ability
to perform at the highest level in global business. We will place you on
four distinctive and challenging enterprise projects, where you will work closely
with businesses in the UK and worldwide to improve your global awareness.
Our approach on the programme is to constantly apply theory to practice –
so you will be able to immediately apply your learning in the real world and
make a lasting impact on your industry.
Why study MBA International Business? Programme Content Semester 2
Expand your understanding of international Students take twelve modules and submit Compulsory modules
business – develop strategic and management a 10,000 word project. The modules shown TWO further compulsory
skills by exploring business theory and practice below are for the full-time MBA programme modules:
in International Business. n Global Business Development
International management challenge – n Developing Leadership Practice
your global placement accelerates your Modules
understanding of international business Semester 1 Choose FOUR optional modules
by giving you management responsibilities Compulsory modules from the list below:
in a competitive and unfamiliar market n Strategic Analysis of Business n Global Marketing Leadership
n Human Resource Management n Ethical Finance and Sustainability
Access the latest research – as a research- n Marketing Concepts and Practice n The International Business Experience
led business school, we give our students n Finance for Managers n Implementing Strategy and
access to the latest trends, data and n Accounting for managers Managing Change
knowledge across global business n Managing Operations and projects n International Co-operative Strategy
n Business Communications
A life-time of career coaching – from the n The Effective Director
moment you join us you will have a mentor and n Ethics in Global Business
career coach available to guide you through n International Banking Regulation
the many opportunities open to you in and Supervision
international business n International Business Finance
n Capitalism, Business Cycles and
Accredited business school – we are Financial Crises
accredited by (AMBA) the Association of
MBAs and (EQUIS) European Quality Please note all modules are subject to change.
Improvement System
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MBA Global Banking
and Finance
Overview
The Global Banking and Finance MBA is designed for professionals who
aspire to a career in global banking and finance. It will guide you through
management and technical skills, and develop you into a broadly knowledgeable
professional, capable of performing at the top of the international banking and
finance industry.
Why study Global Banking and Finance Programme Content Semester 1
at Birmingham? This MBA programme has been specifically Compulsory modules
Skills to further your career in banking designed for graduates who aspire to develop n Strategic Analysis of Business
and finance – develop a comprehensive careers in global banking and finance. The n Human Resource Management
understanding of technical and management programme aims to improve management and n Marketing Concepts and Practice
skills to become a well-rounded expert in technical skills by focusing on key areas such n Finance for Managers
international banking and finance as international banking, banking and finance n Accounting for Managers
regulation and supervision, risk and asset and n Managing Operations
Access the latest research – as a research- liability management, strategic management of and Projects
led business school, we give our students financial institutions, financial markets, and
access to the latest trends, data and private equity and venture capital finance. Semester 2
knowledge within the global banking Compulsory modules
and finance industry Many of our graduates are working at senior n International Banking Regulation
positions in banks and financial institutions, and Supervision
A life-time of career coaching – from the and in the investment industry worldwide. The n Developing Leadership Practice
moment you join us you will have a mentor and programme is delivered by University faculty
career coach available to guide you through and industry practitioners to cater to the Choose TWO further
your career in international banking and finance current and future needs of global financial compulsory modules:
services industry. MBA (GBF) attracts highly n Capitalism, Business Cycles
Accredited business school – we are qualified and experienced students from a and Financial Crises
accredited by (AMBA) the Association of variety of cultures and nationalities and is n Entrepreneurial Finance
MBAs and (EQUIS) European Quality highly rated by students wanting to specialise n Ethical Finance and Sustainability
Improvement System in banking and finance.
Choose TWO optional modules
The programme includes core modules from the list below:
and optional modules. Apart from the taught n Global Marketing Leadership
element of the programme, students have n The International Business Experience
the opportunity to attend talks delivered by n Implementing Strategy and
practising managers and senior executives Managing Change
from some of the world’s leading banks n International Co-operative Strategy
and finance houses. Students will have n Business Communications
opportunities to interact, discuss their n The Effective Director
career-related issues and gain valuable n Ethics in Global Business
insights into the working of these n Global Business Development
prestigious institutions. n International Business Finance
Please note all modules are subject to change.
6 The Birmingham MBA
MBA Strategy and Procurement
Management (full-time)
Overview
Gain the expertise to be a successful procurement manager anywhere in
the world. The MBA in Strategy and Procurement Management includes
professionally oriented modules designed for managers with procurement
responsibilities across a range of sectors and industries.
You will develop your general management knowledge and skills and
gain access to leading-edge thinking and research in procurement and
supply management.
Why study Strategy and Procurement The programme offers a range of specialist Modules
Management at Birmingham? professionally oriented modules designed Semester 1
Become a well-rounded procurement for managers with procurement responsibilities Compulsory modules
manager – develop general management across a range of sectors and industries. n Strategic Analysis of Business
knowledge and skills alongside a thorough It provides an opportunity for those involved n Human Resource Management
understanding of strategy and procurement in procurement to develop their general n Marketing Concepts and Practice
management knowledge and skills, and n Finance for Managers
Access the latest research – as a research- to gain access to leading-edge thinking n Accounting for Managers
led business school, we give our students and research in procurement and supply n Managing Operations and Projects
access to the latest trends, data and management. Those teaching the specialist
knowledge within the global banking components of this programme have had Semester 2
and finance industry substantial practical and consultancy experience Compulsory modules
of the modern procurement function in a range n Global Business Development
A life-time of career coaching – from of manufacturing, service and public n Developing Leadership Practice
the moment you join us you will have a sector organisations. n Strategic Purchasing and Supply
mentor and career coach available to guide Chain Management
you through your career in procurement The full-time programme is completed in 15 n Strategic Purchasing and Supply
months. In the first semester (September to Chain Management (Part 2)
Accredited business school – we are December) you complete seven compulsory
accredited by (AMBA) the Association of taught modules alongside students on our other Choose TWO optional modules from
MBAs and (EQUIS) European Quality full-time MBA programmes. These cover the core the list below:
Improvement System management disciplines. In the second semester n Global Marketing Leadership
(January to April) you take two further compulsory n Ethical Finance and Sustainability
Birmingham city – study in the heart of modules, including the same specialist n The International Business Experience
British industry and an exciting, metropolitan procurement and supply module taught n Implementing Strategy and Managing
city, just an hour away from London on the part-time programme, and choose Change
one elective. n International Co-operative Strategy
Programme Content n Business Communications
The MBA (SPM) is accredited by the UK’s When the taught modules have been completed, n The Effective Director
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply you spend three months working on a 12,000 n Ethics in Global Business
(CIPS), and graduates who fulfil the relevant word dissertation, which allows you to relate n International Banking Regulation
work experience requirements of CIPS are the concepts and analytical frameworks taught and Supervision
also awarded full membership of the Institute during the programme to practical management n International Business Finance
(MCIPS). problems typically drawn from the domain n Entrepreneurial Finance
of procurement and supply management.
Please note all modules are subject to change.
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MBA Executive
Overview
The Executive MBA programme is targeted at experienced managers across
a range of industries and sectors who want to boost their career prospects
and enhance their thinking about management practice. Each taught module
is delivered in an intensive six day block spread over two consecutive long
weekends – Friday to Sunday. Modules are offered at four points during
the academic year – October, January, April and July.
Programme Content Modules Students choose their three remaining modules
This programme is targeted at experienced It comprises eight taught modules and from a list of electives including:
managers in employment across a range of a 12,000 word research-based dissertation. n Operations Management
industries and sectors who want to boost Five of the taught modules, covering n Strategic Purchasing and Supply Chain
their career prospects and enhance their the core management disciplines, Management part 1 and part 2
thinking about management practice. The are compulsory. n Leading Strategy and Change
part-time delivery mode is designed to be n Corporate Public Relations and
as flexible as possible to meet the needs These are: Event Management
of busy professionals juggling work n Perspectives on Strategic Management
and other commitments with study. n International Business Environment Other elective options from the full-time
The programme can be completed n Strategic Marketing MBA programme are also available. As well
in a minimum of two and a half years n Human Resource Management as the five core and three elective modules,
and a maximum of six. n Financial Management students will also participate in a Dissertation
Skills Workshop.
The programme will equip graduates
to move into more senior management Please note all modules are subject to change.
positions either in their own organisation
or elsewhere.
8 The Birmingham MBA
MBA Strategy and Procurement
Management (part-time)
Overview
The MBA in Strategy and Procurement Management includes professionally
oriented modules designed for managers with procurement responsibilities
across a range of sectors and industries. You will develop your general
management knowledge and skills and gain access to leading-edge thinking
and research in procurement and supply management.
Programme Content Part-time mode Modules
The MBA (SPM) is accredited by the UK’s The part-time programme can be completed The programme comprises taught modules and
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply in a minimum of two and half years and a a 12,000 word research-based dissertation.
(CIPS), and graduates who fulfil the relevant maximum of six, and is designed to be as
work experience requirements of CIPS are flexible as possible to meet the needs of n Perspectives on Strategic Management
also awarded full membership of the Institute busy professionals juggling career and n International Business Environment
(MCIPS). other commitments with study. You n Strategic Marketing
complete eight compulsory taught modules, n Operations Management
The programme offers a range of specialist six covering the core management disciplines n Human Resource Management
professionally oriented modules designed for and two with a specific focus on procurement n Strategic Purchasing and Supply Chain
managers with procurement responsibilities and supply management issues. Management part 1 and part 2
across a range of sectors and industries. It n Financial Management
provides an opportunity for those involved Each taught module is delivered in an intensive
in procurement to develop their general six day block spread over two consecutive long As well as these modules, students will also
management knowledge and skills, and weekends – Friday to Sunday. This minimises participate in a Dissertation Skills Workshop.
to gain access to leading-edge thinking disruption to your workplace commitments.
and research in procurement and supply Modules are offered at four points during the Please note all modules are subject to change.
management. Those teaching the specialist academic year – October, January, April and
components of this programme have had July. The main entry point is in October, but
substantial practical and consultancy entry is also possible at other times during
experience of the modern procurement the year when a module is being delivered.
function in a range of manufacturing, When the taught modules have been
service and public sector organisations. completed, a 12,000 word dissertation
is submitted to fulfil the requirements for
the award of the degree. The subject of
the dissertation can be related to your
work environment or to an area of interest
to your employer, which may encourage
them to support you with time for study
or financial assistance.
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MBA Public Service
Overview
The MBA Public Service is a structured personal and professional development
programme designed for current and future leaders working across the public,
voluntary, third and commercial sectors. It is primarily targeted at middle
to senior managers working in the UK across a range of public sector
organisations such as the NHS; local and central government; the police;
probation and the prison service. With its blend of generic management and
specialist public service modules, however, the programme is also designed
for a wider market of individuals in private and third sector jobs, in particular
those involved in the delivery of contracted out public services.
Programme Content The programme is primarily targeted at middle Modules
The programme comprises eight taught to senior managers working in UK public sector The programme comprises taught
modules and a research based dissertation, organisations such as the NHS, local and modules and a 12,000 word research-
providing a blend of the fundamental central government, the police and the prison based dissertation.
management disciplines with issues of service. With its blend of generic management
particular relevance to public service delivery. and specialist public service modules, however, n Perspectives on Strategic Management
Five core management modules, covering the programme is also designed for a wider n Strategic Marketing
strategy, marketing, HRM, finance, and market of individuals in private and third sector n Human Resource Management
international business, are drawn from the jobs, in particular those involved in the delivery n Financial Management
Business School’s UK Executive MBA and of contracted out public services. n International Business Environment
three specialist public sector management n Public Management and Leadership
modules, covering governance, leadership n Strategic Commissioning
and service commissioning, are drawn from n Public Management and Governance
Masters programmes delivered by the Institute
of Local Government Studies (INLOGOV) in As well as these modules, students will also
the School of Government and Society. participate in a Dissertation Skills Workshop.
Please note all modules are subject to change.
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Overseas MBA programmes
The Birmingham MBA Modules Modules
in Singapore Compulsory Core Please see the core modules listed below:
Overview n Strategic Management I (Strategic Analysis of n Strategic Management I (Strategic Analysis
We are proud to have been running this International Business) of International Business)
programme continuously in Singapore n Strategic Marketing n Strategic Marketing
for eighteen years. We use fundamentally n Human Resource Management n Human Resource Management
the same syllabus as the corresponding n Financial Management n Financial Management
Birmingham programme and the same team n The International Business Environment n The International Business Environment
of University of Birmingham academic staff.
We are also aware of the need for some Electives in Singapore Electives in Hong Kong
customisation and use more Asian cases Choose THREE from the list below: Choose THREE from the list below:
and institutional material than in the n Operations Management n Operations Management
home programme. n Directing Strategy n Directing Strategy
n Project Management n Project Management
Programme Content n Advanced Leadership n Advanced Leadership
Five modules are compulsory and you choose n Implementing Strategy and Managing Change n Implementing Strategy and
three electives (these are currently under review). Managing Change
More are available, of course, if you wish to study Session Timetable
part of your programme in the UK and you will n Monday 19.00pn: 3 hour examination of
find the full list of electives listed on the UK previous module if applicable Thursday The Birmingham MBA
Executive course page. n Friday 19.00pm–22.00pm in Guangzhou
n Saturday 14.00pm–20.00pm This programme is to be delivered as part of a
The modules are taught over a ten-day period, n Sunday 10.00am–18.00pm collaborative provision arrangement with Jinan
two weekends and six evenings, to enable study n Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, University, Guangzhou, China. This represents a
to be combined with work commitments. Friday 19.00pm–22.00pm flying faculty arrangement, with the award
Modules are designed to ensure that you are n Saturday 14.00pm–20.00pm of a University of Birmingham degree. The
exposed to both the operational and the strategic n Sunday 10.00am–18.00pm programme is totally taught abroad and will
aspects of management disciplines through the be delivered in English.
use of innovative and creative teaching methods.
These include action learning / research, formal The Birmingham MBA The programme will operate on the same
and live case studies and computer simulation to in Hong Kong admissions basis as the MBA programme
complement conventional lectures and seminars. Overview currently running in Singapore.
Up to eight hours of videoconferencing are This programme will open in January 2014
scheduled between the teaching blocks working with the Open University (Hong Kong). The course will be taught over weekday
to enable you to contact staff live and the evenings and weekends, mirroring the MBA
Virtual Learning Environment is available for Programme Content programme currently running in Singapore.
off-line communication. Five modules are compulsory and you
choose three electives. Modules
A feature of the programme is the possible Please see the core modules listed below
interaction between the coursework and your The modules are taught over weekday (electives to be announced):
workplace. We can and do tailor assignments evenings and weekends. n Strategic Management I (Strategic Analysis
to be relevant to you and your employer. of International Business)
Modules are designed to ensure that you are n Strategic Marketing
The intensive modules are given five times each exposed to both the operational and the strategic n Human Resource Management
year and run in pairs. One of the pair is always aspects of management disciplines through the n Financial Management
suitable for new students, so there are five use of innovative and creative teaching methods. n The International Business Environment
possible entry points in a year. The delivery These include action learning / research, formal
schedule is shown below. and live case studies and computer simulation to Please note all modules are subject to change.
complement conventional lectures and seminars.
A feature of the programme is the possible
interaction between the coursework and your
workplace. We can and do tailor assignments
to be relevant to you and your employer.The Birmingham MBA 11
Graduate Diploma in
Business Administration
Overview
This programme provides a thorough grounding in functional issues in
management and is a qualification in its own right. It also empowers those
who seek to gain entry to our MSc and MBA programmes. The student group
consists of those studying the GDBA as a standalone qualification, as well
as those undertaking both the first year of the MBA 24/21 month programmes,
and the first year of the MSc 24 month programmes.
Key features of the Graduate Diploma in Programme Content Modules
Business Administration (GDBA) include: We employ many teaching and assessment Semester 1
n A flexible Diploma route to MBA and methods on this programme that reflect the n Financial Accounting
MSc programmes standards required by our MBA and MSc n Quantitative Management Techniques
n An essential and recognised qualification programmes. For international students, n Global Business Environment
in business we offer continuing English language n Cases in the Global Business Environment
n Students take 12 modules over one support to enhance your learning experience. n Operations Management
academic year Students on this programme have gained n Strategic Purchasing and Supply
n English language support is provided employment in both private and public sector Management
throughout the programme organisations, and it has launched many
n Students experience a wide range successful careers. It offers opportunities Semester 2
of teaching and learning methods for higher study to those candidates whose n Managerial Accounting
n The GDBA enhances employment experience, qualifications or language ability n Marketing Concepts
opportunities for participants may be insufficient for direct entry to our n Cases in Marketing
Masters programmes. n Business Policy and Entrepreneurship
n Organisational Behaviour
n Financial Analysis for Managers
Please note all modules are subject to change.12 The Birmingham MBA
The Birmingham MBA 13
What are the MBA
24 and 21 month routes?
What is the MBA 24 month programme? What is the Graduate Diploma in Business What are the advantages of the 24/21
This programme consists of the first year on the Administration (GDBA)? month programme?
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration You can find out all about this programme n The entry criteria for the MBA 24 and 21
(GDBA), followed by the second year on either by visiting the course page in this brochure, month programmes are slightly lower than
the MBA International Business 12 month or on our website: www.birmingham.ac.uk/mba those for the MBA 12 month programmes,
pathway, or the MBA Global Banking and so should you not meet the MBA 12 month
Finance 12 month pathway (depending As a student on the MBA 24 or 21 month requirement, you are welcome to consider
upon your eligibility). programme, what do I need to do in order to this option as an alternative which offers you
progress onto the MBA in the second year? an additional year to prepare for MBA study
As a student on this programme you are required As a student on these programmes you are n If English is not your first language, the MBA
to pass all twelve modules of the GDBA with required to pass all modules of the GDBA 24 and 21 month programmes provide you
an average score of 60% to progress onto with an average score of 60% to progress with an additional year (the GDBA year)
the appropriate MBA 12 month pathway. onto the appropriate MBA 12 month pathway. to develop your spoken and written
English skills
What is the MBA 21 month programme? As a registered student on the MBA 24 or 21 n Should you be unfamiliar with the British
For appropriately qualified students (good month programmes, you are not separately higher education system, or have been out of
Finance/Economics background) there is the certificated for your GDBA, and the marks you education for some time, the MBA 24 and
option to join the GDBA programme in its second achieve on the GDBA do not count towards 21 month programmes offer you more time
semester, which starts in January. As a student your MBA. to acclimatise to an academic environment
on this programme you are required to pass all n If you have the financial support to bring your
six modules in the second semester of the GDBA family to the UK from overseas, the MBA 24
with an average score of 60% to progress onto and 21 month programmes may be more
the appropriate MBA 12 month pathway. suitable in allowing you and your family more
time to settle
n Although your performance on the GDBA
does not ultimately contribute to your MBA
grade, the first year of the MBA 24 and 21
month programmes gives you the opportunity
to develop academic abilities in many of the
areas which will be covered in greater depth
on the MBA
n Due to the structure of the MBA 24 and 21
month programmes, you would complete the
first year by June, which would allow you the
opportunity to apply for an internship with a
UK-based company prior to the start of the
second year (September). Should you wish
to take advantage of such an opportunity,
our Careers Service will be happy to
support you14 The Birmingham MBA
Projects
Our full time MBA programme is focused on The four major projects integral to the Birmingham MBA
strategic international business. As such there
are four distinctive and challenging enterprise
programme provide our full time MBA students with four
projects working closely with businesses in distinct opportunities to gain practical experience whilst
the UK and worldwide. This includes our studying towards the MBA qualification.
International Business Experience module and
The International Management Challenge. Our
approach on the programme is to constantly Project 1 – Incubator Project Project 3 – Global Mindset
apply theory to practice in order to develop The first project, the Incubator project is The International Business Experience is an
your career as an international business leader. compulsory and is embedded within the elective module in semester two. It allows
Developing Leadership Practice module. Here students the opportunity to undertake a group
Each project is designed around the students work in consultancy teams to support based consultancy project in another country.
consultancy process and requires you to a start-up business based in our incubator Currently, this runs with our partners in the
respond to a real company’s brief to provide space. Work is focused on a specified brief Central European University in Hungary.
meaningful and insightful recommendations. and student teams have the full support of
Projects are designed to help you develop academics as facilitators and mentors. Project 4 – The Management Challenge
more independently whilst responding to At this point in the learning journey, students
increasingly complex demands. This culminates Project 2 – International Strategy will have had a lot of practice at undertaking
in the Management Challenge which requires This is a compulsory project which sits within live company consultancy projects and will
you to work as the sole consultant on a the Global Business Development module. The have completed the Deloitte Consultancy
company-based project with one of our same consultancy team methodology is used Training programme. This final optional
external partners. as in Project 1, but with this project students challenge allows students to tackle an
are set an internationalisation objective by individual consultancy project with a company
Consultancy Training two companies. based either in the UK or overseas.
At Birmingham we provide you with
consultancy training from our partners Deloitte
ensuring that you are well prepared for the
Management Challenge. The training provided
by this leading consultancy and professional
services firm will also give you the professional
skills and insights required when moving back
into the job market.The Birmingham MBA 15
How to Apply and Entry Criteria
Your application should include: MBA Global Banking and Finance MBA Executive (Singapore)
n Evidence of your academic/professional (12 months, Full-time) MBA Guangzhou
qualifications n A good Honours degree (or equivalent), MBA Hong Kong
n Evidence of minimum period of work or equivalent professional qualification n A good Honours degree (or equivalent),
experience – the submission of your resume/ n Three years finance-related work experience or equivalent professional qualification
CV is compulsory (including 12 months at management level) n Five years work experience
n One academic reference (if unobtainable, n IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 in any band); n IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band);
two work related references will suffice) TOEFL IBT 95 (with no less than 22 in any TOEFL IBT 88 (21 in Reading, 20 in Listening,
n One work related reference band); Pearson Academic Test of English 67 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); Pearson
n Any English proficiency evidence to support (in all four skills) Academic Test of English 59 (in all four skills
your application (please note we accept
IELTS, TOEFL, and Pearson tests) MBA Strategy and Procurement MBA Public Service (Part-time)
n Personal Statement; drawing attention to Management (Full-time) n A good Honours degree (or equivalent),
specific aspects of your experience and n A good Honours degree (or equivalent); an or equivalent professional qualification
explaining why you think now is the right equivalent professional qualification (CIPS n Three to five years work experience
time for you to take an MBA. Tell us what Graduate Diploma) will also be considered n IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band);
you believe you will bring to an MBA and n A minimum of three years full-time work TOEFL IBT 88 (21 in Reading, 20 in Listening,
describe how you see the MBA fitting into experience in purchasing and supply 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); Pearson
your future career plans. All applicants are management Academic Test of English 59 (in all four skills)
considered in detail on an individual basis n IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 in any band);
and a Personal Statement gives you the TOEFL IBT 95 (with no less than 22 in any MBA (21 month route, Full-time)
opportunity to tell us why you think we band); Pearson Academic Test of English 67 n A good Honours degree, demonstrated
should offer you a place on the programme. (in all four skills) numeracy, and adequate preparation in
Economics and Accounting
Closing Dates MBA Strategy and Procurement n A minimum of three years full time work
There is no closing date for applications Management (Part-time) experience
You will need to complete the following steps: n A good Honours degree (or equivalent); an n IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band);
1. Choose a username and password to create equivalent professional qualification (CIPS TOEFL IBT 88 (21 in Reading, 20 in Listening,
a login account on the ‘Apply to Birmingham’ Graduate Diploma) will also be considered 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); Pearson
website. n A minimum of three years full-time work Academic Test of English 59 (in all four skills)
2. Login to the Apply to Birmingham website experience in purchasing and supply
pages using these account details. management MBA (24 month route, Full-time)
3. Select the ‘Apply’ tab and complete the n IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band); n A good Honours degree (or equivalent),
application form. TOEFL IBT 88 (21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, or equivalent professional qualification
22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); Pearson n A minimum of three years full time work
Academic Test of English 59 (in all four skills) experience
Entry Criteria n IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band);
MBA International Business MBA Executive (UK) TOEFL IBT 82 (19 in Reading, 19 in Listening,
(12 months, Full-time) n A good Honours degree (or equivalent), 21 in Speaking and 19 in Writing); Pearson
n A good Honours degree (or equivalent), or equivalent professional qualification Academic Test of English 51 (in all four skills)
or equivalent professional qualification n Five years work experience
n Five years post-graduation work experience n IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band); Graduate Diploma in
with evidence of management (three years TOEFL IBT 88 (21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, Business Administration
exceptional work experience with evidence 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); Pearson n A degree (or equivalent qualification) from a
of management will also be considered) Academic Test of English 59 (in all four skills) recognised university
n IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 in any band); n Post-graduation work experience is desirable
TOEFL IBT 95 (with no less than 22 in any but not mandatory
band); Pearson Academic Test of English 67 n IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band);
(in all four skills) TOEFL IBT 82 (19 in Reading, 19 in Listening,
21 in Speaking and 19 in Writing); Pearson
Academic Test of English 51 (in all four skills)
Please note all entry criteria are subject to change.16 The Birmingham MBA
Fees and Living Costs
Fees
Since taking an MBA is one of the most important decisions you will ever make, we want you to
be completely aware of your financial commitment before becoming a student on a Birmingham
MBA programme.
Please note the below stated fees refer to 2014–15 entry
(unless otherwise stated) and are subject to change.
MBA Fees table
Programmes Year One Year Two
(those students continuing from Year One,
having commenced their studies during
the 2014–15 academic year)
MBA 12 month full-time Home/EU £20,790
Including: n
International Business
n Global Banking and Finance Overseas £20,790
n Strategy and Procurement Management
Part-time MBA Home/EU £19,800 across the entire programme
Including: n
Executive (£2,190 per taught module)*
n Public Service
n Strategy and Procurement Management
Overseas £19,800 across the entire programme
(£2,190 per taught module)*
MBA 21 month route Home/EU £3,090 £20,790
Including: n
International Business
n Global Banking and Finance Overseas £6,282.50 £20,790
MBA 24 month route Home/EU £6,180 £20,790
Including: n
International Business
n Global Banking and Finance
Overseas £12,565 £20,790
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration Home/EU £20,790
Overseas £20,790
Global MBA Home/EU £27,600 SGD exc. GST
n Singapore
Overseas £27,600 SGD exc. GST
MBA Guangzhou Home/EU CNY175,200
Overseas CNY175,200
MBA Hong Kong Home/EU TBC
Overseas TBC
*Please note these are 2013–14 fees for part-time students, commencing their studies during the 2013–14 academic year
Living Costs Accommodation The University of Birmingham understands the
Costs of living vary throughout the UK. Students The accommodation section of the University importance of securing suitable accommodation
living in Birmingham enjoy lower costs than many of Birmingham website includes information on when you are getting used to an unfamiliar
other cities in the UK, but the actual amount you accommodation services for postgraduates environment and meeting new people. This
will spend will depend upon your lifestyle. We which is useful for planning your living costs is why we guarantee a place in University
can only give you an approximate indication of during your time studying your MBA. Here you accommodation to all EU / international students
how much you will need. can find out about the services available for who are new to Birmingham (provided that you
finding accommodation that is suitable for you meet the criteria detailed in our International
You can find out about how much the University as well as a list of average rents in the local Guarantee Scheme):
of Birmingham estimates that the cost of living area: www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/ www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/
for a single student is by visiting the Money accommodation/pg-accommodation.aspx accommodation/guarantee.aspx#int
Advice and Support pages of the Student
Support area, which includes a table of living
costs: www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/support/
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Scholarships
The University offers a range of MBA scholarships to support
students in financial need. If you would like to find out more
about these scholarships, please contact mba@bham.ac.uk.
Please note the information below is based Enterprise and Innovation Scholarship Global Banking and Finance
upon the 2013–14 scholarship provision, n The scholarship holder will be a Home/EU MBA Scholarship
and is subject to change. For up-to-date student in financial need as determined by n The scholarship holder will be in financial
scholarship information please visit the the University need as determined by the University
website. www.birmingham.ac.uk/mba n The scholarship holder will be able to n The scholarship holder will have demonstrable
demonstrate business enterprise through experience of working in banking or finance
African MBA Scholarship innovation in their prior background and/or with an international dimension to managing
n The scholarship holder will be in financial have clear plans to use their MBA to enable or delivering these services. They will also
need as determined by the University them to do so have a clear view as to how the MBA in Global
n The scholarship holder will be from the n The scholarship will be allocated on the basis Banking and Finance will further their career
continent of Africa of academic ability, relevant experience and in this area
n The scholarship will be allocated on the basis clarity of future plans as determined by the n The scholarship will be allocated on the basis
of intellectual excellence and evidence of a selection committee of academic ability, relevant experience and
commitment to the economic development n The Enterprise and Innovation Scholarship clarity of future plans as determined by the
of Africa will be awarded up to £10,000, to be used selection committee
n The African MBA Scholarship is a full fees towards the Birmingham MBA tuition fee n The Global Banking and Finance MBA
scholarship, part funded by a private donor Scholarship will be awarded up to £10,000,
with a commitment to Africa and part by International Business Scholarship to be used towards the Birmingham MBA
the University n The scholarship holder will be in financial tuition fee
need as determined by the University
Women’s Scholarships n The scholarship holder will have demonstrable Rosgen Family Scholarship
n The female scholarship holder will be in experience of undertaking business n The scholarship holder will be in financial
financial need as determined by the University internationally, with evidence of having need as determined by the University
n The scholarship will be allocated on the basis undertaken managerial roles in at least two n The scholarship holder will be from Central/
of intellectual ability, evidence of a personal non-native countries. They will also have clear South America
and professional desire to advance women in plans of how they intend to use their MBA to n The scholarship will be allocated on the basis
business and evidence of personal hardship further develop their engagement with of intellectual excellence and evidence of a
or marginalisation as determined by the business in different countries commitment to the economic development
selection committee n The scholarship will be allocated on the basis of Central/South America
n There are up to six Women’s Scholarships of academic ability, relevant experience and n The Rosgen Family Scholarship is £5,000,
available, worth on average £5,000, but up to clarity of future plans as determined by the to be used towards fees or living costs at
a maximum of £10,000 in exceptional cases, selection committee the recipient’s discretion
to be used towards the Birmingham MBA n The International Business Scholarship will be
tuition fee awarded up to £10,000, to be used towards
the Birmingham MBA tuition fee18 The Birmingham MBA
Shaping Your Future
From the very start of your MBA you receive Throughout the programme you will have the Employer engagement
bespoke advice from our employment specialists. opportunity to be involved in group and individual Whilst on your MBA you will have the opportunity
activities; all aimed at helping you to develop to engage with top international companies. This
Through one-to-one coaching, our industry the skills and techniques which lead to highly year our MBA students participated in a range of
experienced advisers work with you to distil successful employment outcomes. activities with employers including BP, GE, IBM,
your experience and clarify your aspirations. Unilever, Deloitte and HSBC.
Your employment activity schedule
Examples of group Examples of individual Examples of anticipated
activities activities outcomes
n Introduction to Careers n Discuss career and company n Met with a careers coach to
and online profile briefing aspirations clarify your career aspirations
n Careers in Investment n Draft and publish MBA profile and employers of choice
Banking presentation –D uring the first semester, you will have n Talked informally with alumni
n Careers in Consultancy the opportunity to produce and publish and potential employers
networking event an online profile which can be viewed n Completed an MBA profile
n Distinguished leaders alumni by employers and other recruitment for online publication
seminar series professionals. n Developed your CV and
n Job seeking strategies workshop n Apply for Management Challenge LinkedIn profile
n Employer presentations summer project n Attended a range of career workshops
n Live job search session n Review CV n Formed Sector Interests Groups
n Interview skills workshop n Skills coaching – We encourage our MBA students
n Mock Assessment Centre –A Skills Development Consultant is to form student-led Sector Interest
All of our MBA students have the opportunity available to support you in developing Groups. In these groups, you will work
to attend an interactive Mock Assessment personal skills such as team working, with colleagues with similar career
Centre. The day includes a range of exercises leadership, presentations and aspirations in order to share ideas,
which are designed to reflect those typically interpersonal skills. experiences and resources. Our Sector
used by employers in assessment centres n Advice on networking Interest Groups also organise activities
such as case studies, group exercises n Job application support relevant to their areas of interest.
and interviews. As well as developing their n Video recorded interview practice In previous years, this has included
presentation, communication and interview n Progress reviews attendance at business conferences,
skills, students also receive peer and tutor company visits, alumni networking
feedback on their performance and have the events and guest speakers from
chance to network with employers. We are industry.
fortunate to have long-standing relationships n Engaged with employers
with a number of companies who support ‘There is an extremely supportive and
this event including Capgemini, Unilever, positive environment for postgraduate
Royal Mail, IBM and Deloitte. students at the Business School; the
careers service offered much welcomed
advice and the academics, as well as the
administration team, were ready to help
‘The Mock Assessment Centre provides an me achieve my goals. I had a strong
excellent experience for the students. The interest in banking and wanted to move
exercises that they go through are exactly in into the banking sector, I was able to work
line with the approach that Unilever takes alongside academics specialising in this
so it provides a realistic and challenging field, which was a wonderful opportunity
environment for students to hone their skills. for me.’
The calibre of the students is always high
at Birmingham, and it is a pleasure for Andrew Dale,
Unilever to be able to support this event.’ Director HSBC
(MBA Global Banking and Finance 2010)
Joe Comiskey,
eCommerce Innovation and
Strategy Manager at UnileverThe Birmingham MBA 19
The Business School’s
Advisory Board
One of the real strengths of Birmingham CEO of Metro Rail Melbourne, senior vice The Board opens doors to a range of companies
Business School is its outstanding Advisory presidents of multi-national firms such as and networks for the Business School and its
Board, noted by the Financial Times for its Kate Lovett – Vice President of BP Shipping, members often support students individually in
gender diversity and international reach. renowned entrepreneurs such as Lord Karan their research projects, company placements
Bilimoria – Chairman and Founder of the and professional development.
Our Advisory Board’s purpose is to: Cobra Beer Partnership, and policy makers
n Advise on Birmingham Business such as Gisela Stuart MP, Supriya Banerji –
School’s strategic objectives Deputy Director General of the Confederation
n Seek to enhance the Business School’s of Indian Industry, and Anji Hunter – former
links with the corporate world Director of Government Relations. This
cross-section of influential business experts
The Board is chaired by Lord Digby Jones allows the Business School to remain at the
of Birmingham Kt, and consists of high-level cutting edge of what businesses are looking
executives of exceptional stature from around for both in terms of our taught output
A meeting of the Advisory Board
the globe. Members range from international and research.
chief executives such as Andrew Lezala –
Members under the spotlight
Jane Lodge and Marc Stone are two board members and alumni of the University
of Birmingham, who have worked collaboratively to support and enhance the student
experience on the MBA programme.
‘I have been fortunate to have a number of leadership roles
Jane Lodge throughout my career. I was partner in charge of the
Non Executive Director Costain Deloitte’s Midlands audit practice, partner in charge of UK
Group plc, DCC plc and Devro plc Audit Learning in Deloitte, Deloitte’s Practice Senior Partner
for the Midlands, and Deloitte’s UK Manufacturing Industry leader, overseeing the strategy of
Jane brings an almost unprecedented wealth how the business went to market with the industry. I was also the first woman on the Board
of experience at the very highest level having of Partners. I appreciate the confidence others showed in me and this is what drives me to
been a partner in Deloitte from 1986 to 2011, help others achieve their potential. That is why I enjoy working with the MBA students at
where she led teams auditing major global Birmingham. Over the last three years I’ve had the privilege of running the Birmingham
businesses such as Jaguar Land Rover. MBA Deloitte Consultancy Challenge, a week-long training programme designed to enhance
She now has a portfolio of non-executive the skills of MBA students looking to develop their skills in consultancy. I particularly enjoy
directorships and chairs their Audit Committees. the interaction between the students who all bring their own professional experience to
the discussion.’
Marc Stone
Director – Stone Consulting Ltd ‘I remember how it was to be a graduate at the Business School with only a vague idea of
what I wanted to do and a mere inkling of how to achieve it. At the forefront of my mind,
Marc, by trade, has enjoyed a distinguished however, I was always passionate about inspiring people and instilling belief in them that
career as Finance and Programmes Director anything can be achieved, and having enthused teams to move heaven and earth during my
within a wide range of global blue chip firms career I now work with businesses to prove that they can. “If only I
across a number of sectors before setting up knew then, what I know now” is my mantra with students and is the
Stone Consulting, where he works with clients reason why I now engage with the University on a professional level
to deliver acquisitions, transformational business to help develop students’ potential. It goes far beyond text books
change and turnaround initiatives. and models. Be it coaching students in consultancy during their
company projects, conversations around the water cooler,
mentoring, or helping them with their networks, I get great
satisfaction in helping students unlock their leadership potential
and taking that step up in developing themselves individually
as future leaders and executives.’20 The Birmingham MBA
Alumni and
Distinguished Leaders
MBA students have the opportunity to gain an Alumni experience of all that the Business School,
insight into how high profile business leaders University and the city of Birmingham have
made it to the top and discover what makes a The Birmingham Business School Alumni Team to offer.
great leader through our Distinguished Leaders are dedicated to providing an outstanding Alumni
Series. The series has been a great success, with Relations function for the MBA Programme. The opportunities on offer include:
students finding speakers such as David Gill – The team deliver bespoke events, tailored n the inspiring MBA Distinguished
who was Chief Executive of Manchester United communications and a variety of volunteer Leaders’ Series
at the time of his visit – and Mike Coupe, opportunities, which encourage graduates n Student mentoring with alumni
Commercial Director of Sainsbury’s, invaluable from across the University to directly support business leaders
and inspiring. Outstanding students also have our MBA student’s experience, career n Developing and supporting students
the opportunity to be part of a more intimate progression and the programmes curriculum to become MBA Alumni Ambassadors
round-table discussion with the distinguished development. Our Alumni Ambassadors Scheme n Facilitating expert alumni speakers to
leaders, to ask individual questions and explore enables you to connect directly with our dynamic provide students with real-world projects,
their career and the theme of leadership in graduates all over the world who have first-hand advice and career opportunities
more detail.
Alumni Ambassador profile 2013
‘The Distinguished Leaders speaker series
was fantastic. It was a great opportunity ‘I was awarded the African MBA Scholarship
to hear from senior business executives Award 2011–12 from the Business School
about their journey, the dilemmas they face and it came at the right time in my life given
in their roles as leaders and their views that it not only bridged a financial gap into
on how we, as MBA students, can achieving a long time dream of pursuing a
develop our careers.’ higher learning, but also exposed me to an
excellent university where international
Khilna Morjaria experience is a day to day learning. The
MBA International Business, 2013 Birmingham MBA Global Banking and
Finance programme has enhanced my ‘I had a fantastic time at Birmingham
understanding of global finance and the Business School. I really enjoyed the visits
macro perspective of how to understand and from Alumni and other leaders from the
respond to the challenges facing the finance finance sector. They were very interesting
industry today. and inspiring. Also, the team building trip
to Coniston Water really boosted my
‘The international experience and learning confidence and allowed me to make
environment enhanced my confidence , the some great friends.
programme also moulded me into a confident
leader and an effective Manager. I am given ‘I found the MBA course structure suited my
great respect within my company, from my career map and aided my progression in the
colleagues and also from my family and the financial industry.’
wider community. I have become a role
model for aspiring girls and women in Maureen Kawngwanya
Malawi which is a real honour. Birmingham MBA Global Banking and Finance
2011–2012The Birmingham MBA 21
‘There is a very positive and open attitude to teaching at the Business School. The MBA
team and the academics invested a real interest in their students; their friendly attitude
made me feel welcome and, for someone who was new to the country, this made my
transition to the UK very easy. One of my favourite memories was the residential trip to
the Lake District, England’s largest national park. After spending a number of days with
my peers, the academics and members of the MBA team and participating in a variety
of team building activities, I truly bonded with my peers.’
In recommending the UoB to potential international students considering joining the MBA
programme, Rahayu says: ‘Work hard, be open-minded and have a positive attitude. You
must be adaptable and learn to both listen and respect other people’s opinions. You will
meet a range of people in the working world and will need to learn how to manage them;
the MBA is a wonderful place to start.’
Rahayu Permatasari,
Project Manager, Cameron (MBA International Business 2011)
‘I was a procurement professional with ‘The assistance of the career service
15 years of experience in Telecoms, IT in reviewing my CV was great. I really
Outsourcing and Marketing Services. I held understood the structure of CV building,
Senior Manager and Director positions in and it was helpful for me in terms of
multi-national companies in China. understanding my strengths and
weaknesses. I found mock interviews
‘The Birmingham MBA has enabled engaging and useful as well; they gave me
me to improve my critical thinking and insight and understanding about how to
management skills from professional act and respond in interview situations.’
learning and leadership modules in a
highly diverse cultural setting. The MBA Elshad Rzayev,
challenged me from both a personal and Graduated 2011–2012 from the MBA
professional perspective; as a man in his Strategy and Procurement Management
late 30s who has been away from school (Full time)
and an intense learning environment for
over 15 years. But I quickly overcame
these challenges because I valued my
time at Birmingham as a fantastic learning
opportunity and a rewarding life experience
towards a brighter career future. The
experience has given me much resolve
and momentum to meet new challenges.’
David Duan Xiaoming
MBA Strategy and Procurement
Management 2012–13
Current position – Procurement Manager,
Huawei (ICT Solutions Provider) ‘The Business School and Careers in
Business have strong contacts in the
business world and used these to help me
obtain jobs by connecting me with external
employers. This made me feel as though
Birmingham Business School cared for my
future and even though it has been nearly
three years since I graduated, I am still
being supported by the careers team.’
Adam Clowes,
Sector Manager, Royal Mail
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