MBA Master of Business Administration
Full-time
This course is subject to reapproval
Location • City Campus
Subject area • Business and management
Related subjects • Master of Business Administration – MBA
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MBA course redesign
We are currently redesigning our full-time MBA and applications are being deferred until September 2014, when the new MBA begins.
Alternatively you can choose to complete one of our other business-related masters courses including the part-time MBA. Contact the course leader Francis Gray F.Gray@SHU.ac.uk for more information.
About this course
The MBA is an internationally recognised management qualification. It develops your ability to make a significant contribution to the management, leadership and development of your organisation.
This course is for middle and senior managers, entrepreneurs and leaders who are seeking stimulating career and professional development relevant to today’s global management environment.
You gain skills in the main disciplines of modern management to equip you with the latest management tools and techniques. These improve your ability to lead and motivate others, and develop your analytical and problem-solving skills.
You study with people from a range of organisations and professions with similar ambitions. This allows you to share experiences and discuss real issues that heighten your academic learning.
The optional consultancy project enables you to experience the UK working environment. This project involves you working with real companies to develop solutions to problems or explore potential market opportunities.
You should have several years work experience, including at least two years in a specific management or supervisory role.
As part of the course, you take part in a three day residential event outside of Sheffield. You complete a range of activities relating to business in global markets including
• practicing business decision making
• working with fellow students on group presentations
• attending industry talks from expert speakers on business and strategy.
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Related courses
Full-time – typically 15 months but can be completed in12 months
Starts September and January
Complete the application form available at www.shu.ac.uk/study/form.
When you apply for this course, include two detailed explanations about your management position. This should include information about your role and the scope of your responsibilities, such managing people, finance and project management experience. Your information should be verified by your employer.
Alternatively, you can send us your letter of appointment or contract of employment confirming your management responsibilities.
2013/14 academic year
Typically £10,710 for the course including Chartered Management Institute membership
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees and funding see www.shu.ac.uk/funding
2013/14 academic year
Typically £13,500 for the course
2014/15 academic year
Typically £13,650 for the course
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees, scholarships and bursaries see www.shu.ac.uk/international/fees
Assessment includes individual • written work • portfolio assessment • group presentations
Sharing ideas and experiences
Michiyo Iitaka
MBA full-time
'Overall, the MBA course at Sheffield Business School is very well-organised. The contents of each subject include both UK and global issues. The seminars are interactive and discussions always occur whenever we want them to. The tutors are all very friendly and supportive.
'The main library, the Adsetts Centre, has sufficient books and journals, it also has state-of-the-art high-tech related facilities. During the week, the library opens for 24 hours, so I often stayed there until late at night. Free wi-fi is available so I could always connect online. SHU space, a web-based intranet, is very useful, not only for academic-related information, but also student life and career-related information.
'All Sheffield Hallam students can access its intranet. Also, we can manage our work there. The library gateway on SHU space is very useful when you are looking for text books and journals, just go to the site and search online. Regarding academic journals, you can access as many journals as you want, I've never have any difficulty when I search for information for my course work.
'Sheffield Hallam has a very friendly atmosphere. The tutors are always friendly and when I see them, we often have a conversation.The tutors and administrators are very helpful. When I have a problem in my student life, academic writing, or many other things, they always support me.
The situation makes me so happy, because they know me and care about me.
'Many of my friends from foreign countries chose Sheffield Hallam due to it being one of the safest cities in the UK. I agree with them.
'The course has taught me the importance of time management. I have also improved my writing in English. I particularly enjoyed the strategic management in action module. The tutors are very impressive and their way of teaching inspires me. The group presentation in this module taught me how to discuss with colleagues from different backgrounds and how to make an effective presentation in front of an audience.
'I am very proud of my time here at Sheffield Hallam. It was worth the time and money, I'd never be able to obtain such an experience back home.'
Mcleonard Duruiheme
MBA Master of Business Administration
`The MBA course outline and teaching are outstanding! It is all about the students. You are strongly encouraged to be involved in the teaching; there is a lot of case study analysis and group work which can improve your learning. You have access to a portal dedicated to learning and development, which you can access anywhere and at any time to download subject specific journals.
`My lecturers were more than willing to help, explain and provide support, particularly during my dissertation. My supervisor worked closely with me to ensure my research was credible and presentable.
`The MBA residential helped me relax into the course, I was able to talk to staff on a personal as well as an academic basis and develop a rapport with my colleagues. Due to the variety of tasks, I improved my leadership and time management skills which I believe has made me a more effective manager.
`During my course I had the opportunity to undertake a three months internship at Optimum Medical Solutions which helped me to develop my skills and knowledge. This opportunity has been a stepping stone to the job I am currently doing. Immediately after I graduated I got a job as a data analyst at Hygiequip Europe Ltd. Most of the things I learnt during the course I now use in my work place.
`The best part about the MBA learning experience is that it empowers you!'
Hardik Mehta
MBA Master of Business Administration
`During my studies at Sheffield Hallam I especially appreciated being taught by professors with real world experience ready to equip us to confront real situations in our professional careers.
'Sheffield Hallam University is an institution that brings together cultures from all around the world. Coming together from different origins is an extraordinary opportunity. It has a great environment where teamwork is put into practice. What's more the events organised by SHU give students the opportunity to meet each other and create contacts that will go beyond their studies.
'I’m thankful to SHU for providing me with an opportunity to work at Sheffield Business School with English people (who are truly amazing!). The experience has bolstered my confidence, enhanced my analytical and planning skills and made me more competent to face the stiff market competition in India.
'I’m glad to say that within 15 days of completing the MBA I have been offered the challenging role of Business Development Manager in India's leading staffing company, providing a range of temporary and permanent manpower solutions to over 1000 clients. It has also given me a rise of approximately 150% in my salary.
'I made the right decision to study at Sheffield Hallam and I would certainly advise others to do so.'
Bryan Chang
MBA Master of Business Administration
`This course has given me business knowledge, presentation skills, team work experience and improved my English language skills.
`The best and most challenging aspect of the course was the consultancy project which involves working in a group to provide a solution to a real company problem. We researched the problem and then presented our solutions to the company. This gave us the opportunity to work as a team learning how to deal with a real company problem and provide solutions and benefits for the company.'
Priyanka Chinchanekar
Master of Business Administration
`I chose to study for an MBA at Sheffield Hallam because it is a very modern university and the modules are designed to target present and future organisational challenges in the global business environment.
`Every session is interactive and the lecturers hone your skills to the maximum. I benefited from the post module assignment system. This is designed to enable you to understand how each module relates to the business environment. It was truly avant-garde since you are not restricted to any particular literature but can access a wide range via the university’s magnificent Adsetts library. Apart from boosting the wealth of knowledge I gained from reading, it also served as an indication to the tutors whether the required level of understanding had been achieved.
`The modules are delivered throughout the year in a way that encourages incremental learning. Modules such as critical thinking and research, strategic management in action, innovation in digital enterprise and global business prepared me, not only to face challenges in the business environment, but also to derive solutions. I was able to successfully implement this knowledge to improve complex business processes in my role as a business process consultant at Unisys Technologies, Bangalore, India, during my summer internship.
`The MBA residential helped me to understand group dynamics which are of prime importance to any manager. As well as getting to know my colleagues, another important aspect were the activities. These were designed in a way to help nurture your business decision making, time management and analytical and problem solving skills.
`My lecturers have provided excellent support and guidance throughout the course which has helped me to complete my masters. They are very well-equipped with rich experience and knowledge, which is just unbeatable.
`I am now in a challenging role as a consultant with the strategy and change division of IBM Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, where I am implementing the knowledge gained from this course onto ‘real-time’ projects.
`The MBA at Sheffield Hallam has definitely sharpened my thinking, in the end the experience is there for you to carve in whichever way you want.'
Profiles
Michiyo Iitaka
MBA full-time
Mcleonard Duruiheme
MBA Master of Business Administration
Hardik Mehta
MBA Master of Business Administration
Bryan Chang
MBA Master of Business Administration
Priyanka Chinchanekar
Master of Business Administration
Course leader
MBA full-time
'Here at Sheffield Business School, we welcome MBA delegates from a wide variety of different backgrounds. Our dedicated and highly experienced course team will provide you with personal support throughout the course, starting from the application stage, through to completion of your dissertation and, finally, graduation. At each step of your journey, we will encourage you to participate fully in the wide range of learning activities, so you can really get the most from the course.
'Our MBA course aims to transform you into an effective manager and business leader. Critical reflection, which is all about improving your future performance, is a core theme throughout the course. This is true, not only in terms of the range of modules studied on the course, but also of our residential event which has been carefully designed to build your executive skills in the key areas of strategic leadership, people management and global business. The residential takes place in the Palace Hotel, located in the beautiful historic city of Buxton. We believe in sharing real-world management experience so that you are fully prepared for the next stage of your career and beyond.
'Studying the MBA in Sheffield is going to be a fantastic experience you will definitely remember for the rest of your life! Sheffield is one of the largest and most student-friendly cities in the UK, having a strong industrial heritage, of which we are immensely proud.
'Sheffield Hallam University is a modern, well resourced campus, based within the city centre. There is a thriving international student community and a wide range of networking opportunities for you to explore. You will also have the option to undertake a consultancy project, as part of your course, where you can fine-tune your project management skills.
'This is just a flavour of the sort of experience you can expect by joining our MBA course.'
Profiles
Course leader
MBA full-time
