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Why Choose the Univeristy of Ulster MBA


Firstly, on the basis of experience and reputation. We have offered the MBA for some 20 years; our alumni now occupy senior positions in a wide range of private and public sector organisations internationally. Our MBA is constantly updated to keep pace with changing management theory and practice; our teaching is based on cutting edge applied international research.

Secondly, we offer our students access to high quality teaching and research. In the most recent exercise undertaken by the UK Quality Assurance Agency for Learning and Teaching in Higher Education the University of Ulster Business and Management provision achieved the maximum possible score, 24 out of 24, for teaching quality.

Thirdly, the MBA course itself which we have redesigned for this year to make it even more relevant to employers and managers. A key element is personal development. We have also introduced new modules such as Managing the Digital Environment and Corporate Social Responsibility to complement the core modules in Finance, Marketing, International Strategy, Human Resources Management and Operations Management. A key theme running through the programme is leadership through strategic management.

The MBA is studied intensively (full time) over one year; this allows students to fit their study around a busy work schedule. The course can also be tailored to specific work roles, as there is a range of elective module choices, and modules are taught using a variety of methods including face to face, blended learning, and block delivery. The course is offered on the Jordanstown campus (4 miles from Belfast City centre).

Further,

  • Our studies of graduates concur with international studies that completion of the MBA significantly increases both salary and strategic responsibility;
  • Long established course lead by international professors recognised for teaching and research excellence;
  • Core modules such as Finance, Strategy, Marketing and Operations complemented by modern day business thinking such as Corporate Social Responsibility, and Managing the Digital Enterprise;
  • An opportunity to tailor the MBA through a wide variety of electives and professional bodies;
  • A range of modern teaching modes utilised from online, to block, to face to face;
  • Business Engagement: company visits, in-company projects, and business events are embedded into the course design
  • Flexibility to complete programme over 1,2 or 3 years;
  • Networking opportunities: Business leaders, management associations, and students from a range of international countries participate in our programme;
  • Personal Development Programme embedded within the programme to allow you to get to know yourself and get the best from yourself;
  • International Field Trip: Develop strategic management skills through this residential in collaboration with another leading international institution, and network with fellow international MBA students;
  • Dedicated support team and modern facilities including MBA Common Room.