MBA For leaders in today’s business world

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Webinar Panel Meet the University of Liverpool Webinar Panel Hugo de Bruin Moderator Channel Manager Webinars Margot Roose MBA Affinity Manager Laureate

Webinar Panel Meet the University of Liverpool Webinar Panel Bobby Snodgrass MBA (Cum Laude) Managing Director Grafton Paper Products Terry Gilleland Director, Programme Design, Laureate

What we will cover today During this session you will learn about:  Motivations for studying an MBA  The value of a University of Liverpool online MBA  MBA structure & specialisations  How an MBA matters for your future career goals  The application process

How an MBA matters  An MBA is a recognised brand signifying management and leadership skills.  Strength of the MBA brand and the reputation of the University helps create career and business opportunities  A powerful brand can support you in making changes throughout your career.  understand more about today’s globalised business world  study part-time, no career break  ‘certify’ your experience  change direction  update your knowledge  accelerate your career  boost your earnings A powerful brandYou want to…

What does the University of Liverpool MBA offer you?  Latest MBA trends  Modern, globalised curriculum, contemporary business topics  Interactive, global classrooms – students from over 175 countries  Developmental model (starting with self!)  Thematic threads  Dissertation or consultancy project  E-books for free, e-portfolio A modern MBA, 100% online, with e-books

MBA Programme Structure

MBA Electives CHOOSE 3 OUT OF 20 ELECTIVES Operations ManagementSocial Entrepreneurship Marketing ResearchFinancial Reporting Services MarketingAdvanced Managerial Accounting Human Resource ManagementMarketing in a Global Environment Consumer BehaviourAdvanced Concepts of e-Business Business FinanceInternational Business Investment StrategiesInternational Finance EntrepreneurshipBusiness Leadership Social EntrepreneurshipGlobal Leadership Entrepreneurship in Emerging MarketsOrganisational Learning Business in Emerging MarketsHuman Resource Management

MBA Specialisations Or build your specialisation in:  Marketing  Finance & Accounting  Leadership  Emerging Markets  International Business  Entrepreneurship For full details about each specialisation and the individual modules offered, please visit our website:

MBA Career Opportunities  Business Management  Entrepreneurship  Finance – big picture  Consulting – strategy/high level problem solving  Marketing  Human Resources - people  Non profit – cause  Government

Application Procedure & Start Dates A straight forward three-stage process:  1. Choose your Master degree programme. 2. Complete and return your online application form. 3. Forward the relevant documents  Your application is then reviewed by the Admissions Board and if you receive a positive recommendation you will be offered a student agreement to sign  Recommended applications are then forwarded to the relevant University of Liverpool faculty for formal acceptance We are currently recruiting for May 19 th, June 16 th and July 21 st

Questions “The MBA provided by the University of Liverpool came across as the best choice for me at exactly the right time.” Meng Xi, China, MBA “It has progressed my career, my knowledge has grown extensively and I finally feel that I have the understanding to realise my long-term business objectives.” Stuart David Ashford, South Africa, MBA “If anyone was considering the MBA, I would say don’t hesitate. It’s certainly challenging, but interesting because of all the different modules you can choose from, and it’s an academic course that is also vocational. It really does relate to the world of work.“ Ian Billingham, Kuwait, MBA “I’ve just got my MBA and it’s a great feeling.” Mwaya Fakulay, Nigeria, MBA