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 THE MANCHESTER MBA
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take you?
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WELCOME TO THE MANCHESTER MBA

“I chose the Manchester MBA because it provides the

overarching business knowledge, tools and resilience to ONE MBA.

18,15 12
succeed. It also give you a platform to practice those
learnings with three live project experiences. Throughout
the programme we work with real businesses in various
or
sectors, based locally, nationally and internationally.
“You certainly adopt AMBS’ motto of ‘learning by doing’ right months
from the start, when you work in groups to tackle a not-for-

900
profit project, followed by a commercial business project and
finally an international business project. This is all while you
have lectures, competitions and other activities on the go! Applied
learning

“The programme also gives you the opportunity to learn ‘Learn by doing’ with one of the hours of live client
about and embrace mindsets and etiquettes from all world’s most practical MBAs. consultancy projects.

around the world. You will forge everlasting friendships and

networks with the close-knit, culturally-diverse cohort.”

Truly global: Customise your journey -

– Average 30 nationalities
– International client
consultancy
– Electives in six
global locations
– Alumni across 176 countries
Jonathan Han, British – International exchange
Class President, Class of 2019
opportunities
Pre-MBA role: Digital Engineer
options include:
– Internship
– Shanghai and Dubai
study tours
– Electives in Dubai, Hong
Kong, Manchester, São
Paulo, Shanghai and
Singapore
– Business simulation
– International exchange

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MANCHESTER A hub for finance, professional services,
MEANS BUSINESS manufacturing, sport, health innovation,
creative, digital and technology.

We take our inspiration from

the pioneering city and
University we are part of.

The University A welcoming, multicultural city

of Manchester that embraces diversity.

Established in 1824 |
25 Nobel Prize winners |
International reputation
for top-quality research
and teaching.

A history
of driving
economic,
political and
“The city that split the atom, social reform.
that gave the world computers Globally-renowned for discovery - from
Ignited now by graphene splitting the atom to building the world’s
first computer and isolating graphene.
and excited for the future...”

What does Manchester mean to us?

Listen to our 50th
Edinburgh
anniversary poem: At the Manchester bee is a symbol of
centre of hard work and enterprise that
the UK with features on Manchester’s coat
mbs.ac.uk/mcr-means direct flights
Dublin Manchester
Manchester
of arms, the University crest and
to over 200 buildings around the city.
destinations.
Cardiff London
London
Whitworth Building,
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 A WORLD-CLASS BUSINESS SCHOOL

Alliance Manchester Business School has a global reputation for innovative

teaching and research, which impacts business on a local, national and
international level. We call this Original Thinking Applied.

1965 6
3 international accreditations:

Est. Only a select group of schools globally have achieved this.

One of the UK’s first two

business schools.
2nd in the UK for
GLOBAL research power.
CENTRES:
(REF 2014)
MBA partner schools:
Dubai,
Hong Kong,
Manchester, THE MANCHESTER MBA IS RANKED

4 10 36
São Paulo,
Shanghai and
Singapore
th th th

in the UK.* in Europe.* globally.*

*Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2018

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 RETURN ON INVESTMENT
The Manchester MBA not only gives you a great
experience – it gets you results.
98%
average salary increase
3 years after graduation.*
*FT Global MBA Rankings 2018.
**Forbes Best International MBAs Ranking, 2017.
Location of accepted roles
UK: 45%
Asia: 16%
South America 15%
Europe: 15%
Central America & Caribbean: 4%
Australia and Oceana: 3%
Middle East & Africa: 1%
North America: 1%
Data from Class of 2017.
10
G J Venkatesh Sangam, Indian, Class of 2017
Advisor - Management Consulting, KPMG UK
6 th
91%
“It was a transformational journey for me at Alliance MBS. The expertise
and experience gained through live business consulting engagements,
coupled with support from a broad network of alumni and the
Ranked 6th in the world of 2017 graduates seeking a role had Postgraduate Career Services team, helped me secure a summer
for ROI.** accepted an offer by the end of the year. internship at Travis Perkins and a full-time role at KPMG. The practical
learning methods promoted intellectual curiosity and original thinking,
which I demonstrate in my current role to provide best-in-class
insights to clients.”
Sector of accepted roles
Maya Wilton, American, Class of 2017
Technology: 24% Senior Financial Analyst, Amazon, Germany
Manufacturing and Engineering: 19% “I knew that I wanted an MBA that focused on applied learning. Then, I
found AMBS with the tagline ‘Original Thinking Applied’ and I realised
that it shared my priorities. When you’re in classes, you learn about
Consulting: 16% one specific topic. But when you’re ‘doing’ the work, you get the big
picture and start to understand the downstream impact—the
Financial Services: 15% butterfly effect—of every theoretical decision.”
Healthcare: 9%
Retail: 6%
Estefani Ortecho Osorio, Peruvian, Class of 2017
Sales Manager, HSBC, UK
Other: 3%
“The MBA was a once in-a-lifetime experience for me. I made an
Transportation and Logistics Services: 3% international network, worked for important clients through
consulting projects and had so much fun during the journey. Thanks
Consumer Packaged Goods: 1% to the Postgraduate Careers Service I found an internship at HSBC,
which I managed to extend to one year. Finally, the bank offered me a
full-time job in Corporate Sales in the Global Banking and Markets
Energy: 1%
division. This experience has showed me how to do business at a
global scale in the world financial capital: Canary Wharf.”
Media and Entertainment: 1%
Non-Profit: 1%
Real Estate: 1%
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THE MANCHESTER METHOD:
LEARNING BY DOING
“As one of the UK’s first two business
schools, we have been an expert in applied
learning since the 1960s. Our renowned
Manchester Method focuses on group work,
practice-based learning and reflection.
“We don’t just give you the theory; we show
you how to use it to get immediate results.
Our approach produces highly employable
MBAs who challenge the status quo in a
complex and rapidly-changing world.”
Xavier Duran Martinez
Director, MBA Programmes
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Through the Manchester Method
you will learn to:
– Take structured and data-informed
approaches to decision making
– Lead and work effectively with
multinational groups
– Reflect critically and analytically
Team building
in the Lake
District during
induction
Examples of the Manchester
Method:
– Four days of team building
activities in the Lake District
– Group work with a diverse class
– Up to six months of increasingly
complex live client consultancy
projects, equivalent to at least
900 hours (30 per cent of your time):
– Not-for-Profit
Consultancy Project
–  Commercial Business
Consultancy Project
–  International Business
Consultancy Project
– 10-12 week internship
– Regular reflective sessions with
an external practitioner
– Business Simulation
– Simulated Mergers &
Acquisitions Project
– Practical case studies
– Guest Speaker Series and
business networking
– MBA+ personal and professional
development activities
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ORIGINAL THINKING. APPLIED THEMES.
At Alliance MBS, applying original thinking is at the heart
of everything we do. We structure the Manchester MBA
around four practical themes that reflect the business
world. Our real-world focus develops reflective leaders
who can navigate global challenges.
Theme 1: Management in Practice
How can we understand today’s
complex, uncertain business
environment and overcome the
challenges of leading and managing
in a rapidly-changing world?
What you will study:
 ur course ‘Leading and Managing in a Global
–O
Environment’ examines current business
environments using the practice-based
Manchester Method. It encourages you to
reflect and engage with the historical, cultural
and ethical considerations that should
underpin any commercial decision.
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Theme 2: Value Creation in Business
How do contemporary
businesses create value? We
explore this question from both
an academic and commercial
perspective. Our teaching emphasises the
interdependencies – and interrelationships –
between the operational, tactical and strategic
functional areas of an organisation.
What you will study:
–  perations and Marketing
O  lectives in Dubai, Hong Kong, Manchester,
–  usiness Accounting and Finance
B São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore
–  trategy and Competition
S
– Not-for-Profit Consultancy Project
– Commercial Business Consultancy Project
– Mergers and Acquisitions Consultancy Project
Theme 3: Tailoring Your Journey
Customise your MBA experience
with options ranging from elective
courses and internships to study
tours and live client-facing
projects. Our network of global centres,
relationships with multinational companies
and partnerships with overseas institutions
provide the opportunity to build a truly
international CV.
Your options:
–E
–  tudy tour to our Dubai or Shanghai centre
S Speaker Series)
–  hree-month international exchange
T
– 8-12 week internship in any industry
– International Business Consultancy Project
– Business Simulation
Alliance Manchester Business School’s
new building development
Theme 4: Professional Skills for Business
Which professional and personal
competencies do successful
leaders require? You will identify
and develop these qualities through
lectures, workshops and individual guidance
sessions. You will also gain access to business
practitioners, careers support and our alumni
network. This will support you as you plan and
execute your post-MBA strategy.
Your options:
 kills for Leaders
–S
(core course including the weekly Guest
–  BA+ Careers
M
–  BA+ Competitions
M
– MBA+ Social
– MBA+ Alumni Events and Activities
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ONE MBA. 18, 15 OR 12 MONTHS.

All candidates follow the same core programme (listed in bold text
below). You will build the rest of your MBA around the fields that MBA+
A suite of non credit-bearing, extracurricular experiences including personalised career
interest you – choices range from global study tours to internships. support, business clubs and competitions, social events and alumni services (see p. 38).

Sep – Dec Jan – Mar Apr – Jun Jul – Aug Sep – Dec Jan – Apr

Core Courses: Leading and Managing in a Global Environment - Business Accounting Choose 1 of the following:
Choose 1 of the following: International
and Finance - Strategy and Competition - Operations and Marketing - Skills for Leaders • 1 Elective + 1 Study Tour OR
• Internship and 1 Elective OR Business
• 2 Electives OR
Consultancy
Induction

• 2 Electives OR
18 Not-for-Profit Mergers & Acquisitions Commercial Business • International Exchange OR Project
Consultancy Project Project Consultancy Project • Elective + Business Simulation
months • 2 Study Tours

MBA+ MBA+

Core Courses: Leading and Managing in a Global Environment - Business Accounting

and Finance - Strategy and Competition - Operations and Marketing - Skills for Leaders Choose 1 of the following: International
• Internship and 1 Elective OR Business
Not-for-Profit Mergers & Acquisitions Commercial Business

Stage two
Consultancy
Stage one

• 2 Electives OR
Induction

Consultancy Project Project Consultancy Project

15 Project
• Elective + Business Simulation
months
1 Elective 1 Elective

MBA+
MBA+

Core Courses: Leading and Managing in a Global Environment - Business Accounting International Business
and Finance - Strategy and Competition - Operations and Marketing - Skills for Leaders Consultancy Project AND
Not-for-Profit Mergers & Acquisitions Commercial Business Choose 1 of the following:
Induction

Consultancy Project Project Consultancy Project • Elective OR

12
months • Business Simulation
1 Elective 2 Electives

MBA+
MBA+

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CHOOSING YOUR MBA

We are here to help you choose the right programme “The unique structure of our
length. Please read the information opposite and do programme allows students
not hesitate to contact our friendly team with to select the MBA experience
further questions. that best suits their individual
Tel: +44(0)161 660 8726 career aspirations and
personal needs. Whether
Email: mba@manchester.ac.uk
you are an entrepreneur
keen to hit the market, or a
professional looking to
Whether you choose to study over 18, 15 or 12 months, the fees and develop new networks and
entry requirements are the same. Please contact us to discuss the best
option for you.
industry knowledge, the
ability to select a 18, 15 or
Is the programme length flexible?
12-month programme
You can speed up or slow down your MBA at two points in the programme –
31st Oct 2019 and 31st Jan 2020. The options are as follows: allows you to remain in
control of your MBA journey.”
18-month MBA 15-month MBA 12-month MBA
Fran Johnson MBA
Associate Director,
Speed up to 15 months
MBA Programmes

Slow down to 18 months or speed up to 12 months

Slow down to 15 months

What are the visa How do I apply for When do I have to

requirements for  the 18, 15 and make a final decision
each programme? 12-month MBA? about my pathway?
You will be issued There is only one You have until 31st
with an 18-month application form. July 2019 to make
visa, so you can We will ask you about your final decision.
speed up or slow programme length 
down the MBA at during interview.
certain points in the
academic calendar.

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 LIVE CLIENT CONSULTANCY

Live consultancy projects sit at the heart of our MBA, giving you “By the second week of induction,
constant exposure to strategic decision-making in real companies teams are already face-to-face with
and organisations. You will work in small multinational teams to build an external client from the third
cross-cultural understanding and explore new ways of working. sector scoping out their first project.
Then comes a simulated Mergers
Not-for-Profit Commercial Business International Business and Acquisitions project, followed by
Consultancy Project Consultancy Project Consultancy Project the live Commerical Business
– Local clients from – Local and global clients – International field work Consultancy Project, this time
third sector from any sector involving a competitive bidding
– F ull-time for three months
– 1.5 days a week for – Equivalent to two days a stage. The programme finishes with
12 weeks week for 10 weeks three months’ full-time consultancy
for a global business, involving

900
international travel. The projects
bring the lecture and textbook
material to life."
hours.
Dr Mike Arundale,
Senior Lecturer in Strategy
In addition to the three client consultancy projects, you will also
complete a simulated Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Project to gain
practical and academic knowledge of M&A. Please note that overseas
travel is not guaranteed for candidates studying the 12-month MBA.

“The consultancy projects are the

essence of the Manchester Method,
where we have the opportunity to
face different business challenges
and provide solutions to clients from
different industries and locations.”
Sebastian Schroth Pinillos, Peruvian
President, Class of 2018
Associate, McKinsey, Mexico
Pre-MBA Role: Retail Management

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 Applied
NOT-FOR-PROFIT learning

CONSULTANCY PROJECT
The Not-for-Profit Consultancy Project will broaden your
perspective, take you out of your comfort zone and put
you in new and challenging environments.
Recent projects include:
Action for Sustainable Living
After Adoption
Age Concern
Air Ambulance
Big Life Group
Foundation for Peace
Henshaws Society for Blind People
Intensive Care Society
National Football Museum
National Trust
Henshaws is a charity supporting
During term one you will start
people with sight loss and other
working on your first practical task
disabilities to go beyond expectations.
– a live consultancy project with a
Manchester MBAs have worked with
third sector organisation. This is
Henshaws on a number of in-depth
your first opportunity to work in a
research projects, for example
team with your fellow students and
calculating return on investment for
a good introduction to consultancy
charity activities, quantifying
with real, demanding clients.
opportunities in the digital online space,
and developing internal tools which
This unique project will have a big
help to communicate projects to
impact on your thinking and could
different stakeholders at the charity.
make a real difference to people’s
lives. It is your chance to use your
skills to give something back
to the community. “Our aim is to set the bar high. Each
brief that we put together demands a

150
People’s History Museum
clear result which addresses a specific
Prison Advice and Care Trust need for the charity. Over the years,
Royal Commonwealth Society we’ve worked with Alliance MBS to
hours. develop the briefs and make sure that
Victim Support
they’re challenging, stimulating,
YMCA relevant and achievable.

“The last two consultancies have

been very successful for Henshaws,
and we’ve directly used results in
fundraising presentations and when
providing business cases to our
stakeholders. The students work as a
“The project gave us a first-hand perspective of the third sector team and always show enthusiasm.
in the United Kingdom, an experience which is sure to influence Each year, we could quite easily
our attitudes towards corporate social responsibility in the future. provide two or three scalable
It also gave us a great opportunity to give back to our host projects, and we’re confident that
community, with the guidance of the business school.” the students at Alliance MBS would
be able to help us with them.”
Priyanjana Deb, Indian, Class of 2019
Pre-MBA Role: E-commerce Consultant Nick Marr
Chief Executive, Henshaws

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 Applied
MERGERS AND learning

ACQUISITIONS PROJECT

During this simulated project, you will gain
practical and academic knowledge of
mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This is
invaluable experience – particularly for
careers in business development, finance
and investment banking.
Your group will act as acquisitions advisers for a major
corporation. You will work together to analyse the
company and its markets, formulate an acquisition
growth strategy and value the company. You will then
evaluate a range of potential acquisitions before
selecting and justifying your final choice.
“The learning process started with
analysing which synergies the
M&A would bring, then we moved
on to financial evaluations and
negotiating for a good deal. The
project was an amazing experience;
it improved my negotiation skills
and developed my strategic thinking
in areas such as short and long-
term returns, why now, and why this
particular target company.”
Lilly Liu, Chinese, Class of 2018
Pre-MBA Role: Risk Management Consultant

Next, we will test your negotiation skills. You will

formulate a case and try to persuade the target
company’s management team. Will the board of
directors accept your deal?

The project will develop your knowledge of business

analysis, UK mergers and acquisitions, strategy,
accounting, finance and negotiation skills. It is also a
perfect opportunity to take risks in a safe environment
with support and guidance from our experts.

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 Applied
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS learning

CONSULTANCY PROJECT
The Commercial Business Consultancy Project is an
excellent opportunity to handle complex and unstructured
business situations. You will be taken out of your comfort
KPMG Enterprise works with
zone to learn more than you thought possible. privately-owned businesses across
the UK. The client briefed a team of
The project builds on your learning from the MBAs to undertake a thorough
Not-for-Profit Consultancy Project and involves analysis of the SME market and
Recent clients include:
working with an external client to solve a real-life KPMG’s reputation in this space.
American Express This involved evaluating KPMG’s
business issue. You will work under realistic
Bibby Ship Management consultancy conditions – bidding against other marketing and communication
BMW teams, managing the project and delivering a strategies, and providing
solution to tight timescales and budgets. recommendations on positioning.
BSkyB
The team interviewed employees
Cisco You will be expected to deliver practical and from across the company,
Delamere Dairy actionable recommendations that will have a undertook desktop research
genuine impact on your client’s business.
First Group and completed a competitive
Although the companies are based in the UK,
Graham & Brown many of the projects have an international
analysis of other accounting
Jaguar Land Rover dimension. This will challenge you and prepare firms. This generated valuable
you for the International Business Consultancy recommendations which will form
Marks & Spencer
Project – and your future career. The project is part of KPMG’s wider strategy,
North Edge Capital also a great chance to showcase your talent to while also reinforcing what was
Rightmove the company. good about its existing strategy.

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Selfridges
Sky Bet
“The MBAs brought a fresh
Telefonica
approach and were able to
hours. challenge our strategy in a
creative and insightful way.
The students’ international
perspectives were
undoubtedly useful.”
“Working collaboratively with brilliant people from around the Nick Dodd,
world exposes you to cultural nuances in working styles and Partner, KPMG Advisory
alternative approaches to problem solving.”
Laura Yeaman, British
VP Communications, Class of 2018
Consultant Analyst, PA Consulting, UK
Pre-MBA Role: Marketing

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 Applied
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS learning

CONSULTANCY PROJECT
During the final stages of your MBA, you will bring together
everything you’ve learned for the highlight of the
programme – the International Business Consultancy Project.
Manchester MBAs worked with
Build your own team, choose from a list of global IT leader Cisco to develop
Recent clients include: exciting project briefs from major global a strategy for new customer
companies, then pitch your ideas against partnerships in key markets. The
Audi
other MBA teams. scope of the project was vast, so
Balfour Beatty
the team prioritised by focusing on
BASF Your team will undertake up to 3,000 hours of India, the USA and the UK: three
Brandmovers
collective consultancy work around the world, geographical regions that offered
giving you access to senior figures at some of
Brother the most attractive opportunities.
the world’s most prestigious companies.
Next, the team worked with potential
CIPLA
The International Business Consultancy customers to determine how Cisco
DRL Group
Project is your chance to prove yourself in a could best form mutually-beneficial
GSK
high-pressure, high-risk business challenge – partnerships. The project culminated
Heinemann perfect preparation for a career in international with on-site workshops in Mumbai,
Janssen business. It is also an opportunity to pitch Cincinnati, New York and London,
yourself as a future employee. and a final presentation in Tokyo.
Lycatel

550
Nichols
Pearson
“Dealing with global customers in
Tesco
over 50 countries presents several
TNT hours. challenges, and working with such
a diverse MBA group brought a
balanced approach to solving our
business problem. The AMBS
students consolidated a year’s
worth of work into three months
“The International Business Consultancy Project is a well-crafted and the quality was equivalent to
course that is an opportunity to apply AMBS’ methods in real paid consultancy. The only difficult
situations for international businesses. The businesses benefit part was to let go.”
from working with a diverse group which dedicates a minimum
Andres Mino, Director,
of three months to solving a key business issue.” Global Service Provider, Cisco
Ali Abdulhussain, Omani
VP Finance & Admin, Class of 2018
Investment Associate, IDO Investments, Oman
Pre-MBA Role: Strategy

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 CUSTOMISE YOUR MBA

Explore a new industry, make contacts overseas or Electives

develop knowledge and skills in your field of interest. We offer a range of electives that Example electives: – Media Marketing
you can study in Dubai, Hong Kong, & Social Media
This is your chance to build a personal MBA experience. – Big Data Analytics
Manchester, São Paulo, Shanghai – Negotiation Skills
– Business-to-
and Singapore.
Business Marketing – Practical Investing
– Corporate – Strategic
Turnaround & Commerical
Re-structuring Management
Your choices: Are you looking to specialise in
a particular area? You may wish – Digital Economy – Strategic Financial
– Business Simulation Please see pages 16-17 to view which Analysis
options are available on the 18, 15 and to group together relevant – Engaging Human
– Electives in Dubai, Hong Kong, electives from your field of Talent – Strategic Project
Manchester, São Paulo, 12-month programmes, or contact us Organising
to speak to one of our friendly team. expertise, for example: – Entrepreneurship
Shanghai and Singapore & Innovation – Supply Chain
– Entrepreneurship and innovation
– 8-12 week internship mba@manchester.ac.uk Managemnet Management
+44 (0) 161 660 8726 – Finance
– Global study tour to our Dubai – Information – Sustainable &
or Shanghai centre – HR management Systems and Digital Socially Responsible
– Leadership and management Strategy Business
– International exchange
– International – The Crisis of
– Marketing
Business Strategy Leadership in
– Projects – Investments Business and
Politics
Business Simulation – Technology and Portfolio
Management – Venture Capital
Learn to think and act like a CEO with our business simulation, an immersive and realistic & Private Equity
– Management
experience that puts your learning into practice. The business simulation will challenge
in Practice
even the sharpest business minds and is a chance to:
– Managing
– Experience the challenges and opportunities of running a company Disruptive
– Take responsibility for every operational, marketing and financial decision Technologies

– Put your new skills and knowledge to the test

“Having the opportunity to study in Dubai was fantastic and we acquired

valuable life experience and knowledge. My high expectations were surpassed.”
Olga Ramirez, Peruvian
VP Academics, Class of 2017
Project Manager, Adidas, Germany
Pre-MBA Role: Project Manager

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 Applied
CUSTOMISE YOUR MBA: INTERNSHIP learning

Whether you are 100% clear about your future plans or

intend to change your career direction, an 8-12 week

80%
of the Class of
internship can give you the opportunity to experience a 2018 completed
new organisation, industry, job function or location. an internship

To secure your internship, you’ll work closely with our “I spent my internship working in the
Recent clients include: Senior Career Consultants to identify and articulate Technology Risk department at
your business credentials and preferred sectors, Morgan Stanley in Canary Wharf.
Amazon
before targeting specific companies. Your own My team engaged with regulators
American Express business networks and AMBS alumni will help you and subject-matter experts within
Credit Suisse develop industry and interview intelligence.
the business to make sure that the
GSK
Like MBA projects, an internship enables you to put
bank was protected against
Google
your learning into practice. It also broadens your technology risks. I led the
Hilti development of a document
experience, expands your business network and
HSBC
helps you clarify your career plans. repository during my time there,
Johnson & Johnson engaging with senior stakeholders
Mckinsey Our MBAs secure internships with a broad range of to create recommendations and
Microsoft organisations from multinationals to start-ups. support requirements.
NHS “The MBA had prepared me to
Siemens maximise networking opportunities
and develop my personal brand,
while the internship added a
prestigious name to my CV,
which helped me in applications
for full-time roles.”
"I spent my summer internship at American Express where I executed a
Alex Daly, British, Class of 2016
project to improve integration and employee engagement. I conducted Strategic Projects Analyst,
interviews and focus groups with employees from eleven countries, ran Jaguar Land Rover, UK
data analysis, and built and executed a plan to guarantee the desired Pre-MBA Role: Equity Research Editor
improvements. During the project, I managed an employee and reported
directly to a Vice President. The first year of my MBA, especially the live
projects, gave me the foundation I needed to plan and execute my project
and network within the company, which led to a successful outcome
and a full-time offer.”
Alice Veiga Salles Costa, Brazilian, Class of 2018
Customer Service & Business Strategy Manager,
American Express, UK
Pre-MBA Role: Management Consultant

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CUSTOMISE YOUR MBA: GLOBAL CHOICES
Global study tours
Hosted by our Dubai and Shanghai centres,
global study tours are a chance to travel
with a group of classmates and immerse
yourself in two of the world’s most dynamic
economies. Over five days, you will study an
Electives
Our electives include a workshop
residency in Dubai, Hong Kong,
Manchester, São Paulo, Shanghai and
Singapore. They are a great opportunity
to learn and network with senior Global M

academic course, visit local companies and Part-time MBA candidates from all over
soak up the culture. The study tours are an the world. Please see pages 30-31 for M
invaluable opportunity to become an expert more information about electives.
on a key market, build your global business M
M

knowledge and make alumni contacts in

the region. M

M Elective locations
Exchange locations

International exchange
Compete with your fellow students for the
chance to spend three months at a major
overseas business school. An exchange
“I took two study tours to the Shanghai and Dubai centres.
gives you an unbeatable learning
My key learning was how international business strategy experience, the chance to sample life in
differs from region to region and culture to culture. Shanghai a different culture, and access to an even
and Dubai are poles apart in terms of history and culture, but greater international network of contacts.
still successful cities playing a big role in the international
Current exchange partners:
business context. I realised that there’s no set formula which
works across the board. To succeed in this global business – Australian Graduate School of
world, it is key to understand the factors underpinning the Management, Sydney
culture and customs of a region and adapt accordingly.” – Cornell University, New York
Rahul Shah, Indian, Class of 2017 – Fudan University, Shanghai
Technical Program Manager, Amazon, Luxembourg
– HKUST, Hong Kong
Pre-MBA Role: Software Developer
– Kelley School of Business,
Indiana University
– Kenan-Flagler Business School,
University of North Carolina
– McCombs School of Business,
University of Texas
– Melbourne Business School
– Rotman School of Management, Toronto
– Rotterdam School of Management
– SAIF, Shanghai
– Schulich School of Business, York
University, Toronto
– Tsinghua University, Beijing
– Witwatersrand Business School,
Johannesburg

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YOUR MBA COLLEAGUES Class size: 111
Average age: 29
Hand-picked from across the globe, our Female students: 40%
MBAs are committed, driven and talented. Nationalities: 30
Please contact us if you would like to speak
7%
UK Class of 2019 data
to an alumnus from your country.
mba@manchester.ac.uk 3%
+44 (0) 161 660 8726 Europe

5% 8%
North America Middle East 25%
East Asia

14%
4% 14% South East Asia
19% Africa India and
Southern Asia
South America
1%
Oceania

Shreyashi Dasgupta Matteo De Gennaro Akosua Brentuo Dr Chad Edwards

VP Communications
Class of 2019
Nationality: Indian
Pre-MBA Role: Marketing
“The best part of the MBA is the fact I can
work with three clients while I’m studying. It
gives me a chance to apply the theoretical
knowledge that I’ve learned in real-life
scenarios in the UK, which is amazing.”
VP Sports
Class of 2019
Nationality: Italian
Pre-MBA Role: Analyst
“The best aspect of the MBA from my
point of view is by far the class spirit,
from the hard work in classes to the
sports and events we’ve attended.
We’ve become closer day by day and I’ve
made friendships that will last all my life.”
VP Careers
Class of 2019
Nationality: Ghanaian
Pre-MBA Role: Corporate Finance
“I have access to so many different
people: over 100 classmates, clients,
academics and alumni. It’s great to
have this network that I didn’t have
before the MBA.”
VP Community
Class of 2019
Nationality: British
Pre-MBA Role: PhD Researcher
“The best part of the MBA has been
working with a diverse mix of people on
a diverse range of projects. Working pro
bono with a not-profit organisation in the
first semester was very rewarding, really
fun and a huge learning experience.”
MBA+ CAREERS

“MBAs receive career support alongside their academic journey Shortly before you arrive in Manchester, we will contact you to
at AMBS. Our dedicated team of senior careers consultants will establish the foundations for your MBA career journey:

get to know you personally and work as your career partners.

We provide tools to increase your attractiveness to employers,
meet with you individually to develop and execute your career
plans, and facilitate on and off-campus meetings with a wide
range of potential recruiters. Your success is also our success; You Personal Research Planning Launch
branding
our partnership with you continues long after you graduate…” Who are you Information Map out your Submit job
and what do CVs, cover sessions, club application applications
you offer the letters, online events and strategy
employment presence, and meetings with
market? elevator pitch alumni to help
you understand
your target
markets and
role(s)

Chris Garnett, Head of Postgraduate

Careers & Employability These foundations are tested and perfected throughout
your MBA journey, informed by:

Our recruiters include: – Weekly career skills workshops (scheduled – Networking events in London and
during your core academic programme) Manchester

Consulting: Industry: Technology: Pharma, biotech Financial services:

– Sessions with external specialist – Student clubs (see p.40)
& healthcare: career practitioners
A.T. Kearney Fung Group Amazon Admiral (Insurance) – Events focusing on entrepreneurship
HCL Hilti Google
Bupa
American Express
– Unlimited individual meetings with our and women in business
GSK experienced Senior Careers Consultants
McKinsey Jaguar Land Rover Microsoft Citibank – Business competitions (see p.41)
OEE Travis Perkins
Johnson &
Credit Suisse – On-campus recruitment activities
Johnson – Practice interviews
including an annual ‘Careers Week’
Thermo Fisher guest speakers, industry experts, – Your own initiatives and ideas to
Scientific company recruitment presentations develop your business networks and
validate your plans

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MBA+ CLUBS AND BUSINESS COMPETITIONS
Student clubs
Clubs help you gain knowledge of different sectors and develop new skills. They provide
an opportunity to network with professionals, alumni and academics, and they are a
great platform for sharing knowledge and ideas.
Business competitions
Business competitions are a highlight of the MBA journey for many students.
They are a chance to show your talent, challenge yourself in a new area and test
your ideas. You will represent your school on an international stage and meet
MBAs from top business schools around the world. Key competitions include:

Current student clubs: Example club activities:

Banking and Finance – Networking
 events, e.g. breakfasts,
dinners and panel debates
Consulting
– Company treks e.g. BP, Morrisons,
Energy and Industry Astra Zeneca, IFM Investors,
Google, Jaguar Land Rover, Prodigy
Entrepreneurship Finance, Airbus, Microsoft
Marketing and Retail – On-site guest speakers and webinars
– Industry conferences
Technology, Media and Telecoms
– Training workshops Lord Alliance Case Competition, Alliance MBS
 Women in Business
– Social events

International Finance Competition, Milan

“A case competition is truly a microcosm of an MBA

degree. Over the course of two grueling weeks of desktop
research, focus groups and interviews with peers and
Johnson & Johnson MBA Case Competition, London
industry professionals, it makes one see things with a new
perspective. The challenge of keeping up with some of the Invest for Impact, North Carolina
brightest minds and tackling some of toughest business
issues takes you on a path of self-actualisation.”
Nipin Gopi, Indian, Class of 2019
President, Marketing & Retail Club
Pre-MBA Role: Sales Manager

GE & Pfizer Pharma Case Competition, Warwick

Venture Further Student Ideas Competition, UoM

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MBA+ SOCIAL

From sports clubs to social

events, there are lots of
opportunities to immerse
yourself in life beyond the
classroom. We want you
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to have fun, relax, get fit, e b r a t e successl MBA ball
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experience new cultures evenings,
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30 different countries. My role is to
bring them together in different
events. We organise cultural events
like the Middle Eastern night, the
Latin party and Chinese New Year,
as well as the ball where we say
goodbye to the previous class.”
María Gracia Kcomt Nakazaki, Peruvian
VP Social, Class of 2019
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 MBA+ ALUMNI

From the moment you join us, you become a lifelong member of the We are proud of our loyal alumni community and our graduates remain involved with the
MBA as guest speakers, consultancy clients, mentors and recruiters for internships and
AMBS alumni network. Our thriving community includes over 60,000
full-time vacancies. Here are just a few examples of the successful business leaders that
ambitious professionals from diverse backgrounds, spread across 176 have graduated from the Full-time MBA:
countries. You will also be part of the wider University of Manchester
network, which includes 450,000 graduates globally. Alberto Schiavon, Class of 2012
Carlos Buitrago, Class of 2011 Chief Executive Officer,
Partner, McKinsey & Company Elephant Auto Insurance
Alumni Relations
- Colombia
Our MBA Alumni Relations team will help you maximise opportunities during your MBA Lex Greensill, Class of 2006
by working closely with you to develop your network. Through the alumni community, Yianna Papanikolaou, Class of 2004 Chief Executive, Greensill Capital
you can build relationships that will last a lifetime. Example services: Managing Director, Group Management
Consulting, Deutsche Bank Mijia Wu, Class of 2001
− Guest Speaker Series − Alumni communications channels Assistant VP, ABN AMRO Bank, Shanghai
− Regular alumni events −A
 lumni introductions Melissa Wright-Davies, Class of 2000
Director of Strategy, Debenhams Albertha Charles, Class of 1997
Partner, PriceWaterhouseCoopers
Vital Topics
Maria Parpou, Class of 1995 Omar Al-Salehi, Class of 1995
International business leaders regularly share their knowledge and expertise with the Head of Product, Barclaycard Member Board of Directors, KHK Partners
local business community at our thought-provoking Vital Topics lectures. We Commercial Payments
encourage MBAs to attend these events to learn and network. Example speakers:
Mark Byers, Class of 1989
− Alison Horner, Alliance MBS alumna −C
 raig Kreeger, CEO, Virgin Atlantic Partner & Global Head of Roger Crook, Class of 1987
and Group Personnel Director, Tesco −G
 eorg Ell, Country Director, UK & Ireland, Restructuring and Senior Client Former CEO at DHL
Stores Ltd Tesla Motors Engagement Leader, Grant Thornton
− Andrew Byrne, Head of Public Policy for −O
 mar Berrada, Chief Operating Officer,
the UK & Nordics, Uber Damaris Albarran, Class of 1984 David Gregson, Class of 1983
Manchester City FC Chairman, Lawn Tennis Association;
− Carolyn Fairbairn, Director-General, Former Vice President,
− Sir Vince Cable, Leader of Liberal Bank of New York Mellon and Chairman and CRI & Director,
Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Democrats Party London Legacy Development
AMBS Advisory Board Member
Corporation; Former co-founder and
Chairman of Phoenix Equity Partners
Barry Jones, Class of 1976
Senior Partner & Managing
Director, Boston Consulting Group John Lovering, Class of 1975
Chairman, Maplin Electronics
“This MBA gives you the possibility to meet colleagues
from all over the world to create a strong network. Paul Skinner, CBE, Class of 1970
Through AMBS alumni contacts, you have more Chairman, Defence Equipment and
chances to get business opportunities.” Support, Ministry of Defence
(MoD) and Non-Executive Director, Michael Parker, CBE, Class of 1972
Jorge Cardenas, Colombian Standard Chartered plc, Tetra Laval Former CEO of Dow Chemical and BNFL
VP Finance, Class of 2019 Group and Air Liquide SA and AMBS Advisory Board Member
Pre-MBA Role: Entrepreneur

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TRANSFORMING OUR FUTURE For more information visit:
www.mbs.ac.uk/buildingproject
Join the first cohort to study in our new state-of-the-art www.masterplan.manchester.ac.uk
building, which will provide inspiring spaces for teaching,
research, group work and personal study.

Our ambitious building development will give us facilities to match our

international reputation and ensure you get the most out of your MBA
experience. The project is funded by our landmark donation from Lord Alliance
of Manchester and the University’s ambitious £1bn Campus Masterplan.

University Green
University Green is a new retail
and leisure space that will be
located on the ground floor of
our new building, bringing you
an exciting range of eating,
drinking and shopping choices.

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LEARN FROM THE BEST Find out more about our research at
mbs.ac.uk/research
We are ranked 2nd in the UK for research power (REF 2014), and our
experts are globally-renowned for research excellence across all areas of
business and management. They will share their original thinking – and
nurture yours. Here are some examples of who could be teaching you.

Ismail Ertürk Patricia Perlman-Dee

Areas of expertise:
Financialisation | Financial intermediation | Financial innovation |
Corporate governance | Executive pay | Financial literacy |
Household financial portfolios | Cultural economy
Industry / client experience:
Department of Trade and Industry | HM Customs and Excise | IBM |
Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality | Jeffrey Green Russell Solicitors |
KPMG | Royal Mail | TC Ziraat Bank | Thales | UBC
Areas of expertise:
Wealth management | Investment banking | Portfolio investing |
Fund management | Derivatives | Venture capital | Private equity |
Sales & trading | Business consultancy | Executive coaching
Industry / client experience:
Credit Suisse | Citigroup | JP Morgan | Nomura | Barclays |
AMBS Executive Education | Northern Inventions Ltd | Club Med |
CF30 registered

Mark Batey
Reza Salehnejad
Areas of expertise:
Areas of expertise:
Creativity | Innovation | Leadership
Industrial organisation and business strategy | Digital economy |
Big data | Analytics and decisions | Market design Industry / client experience:
Bao Steel | BBC | Channel 4 | Industrial and Commercial
Industry / client experience:
Bank of China | JC Decaux | Johnson & Johnson |
Enterprise Ventures Rolls-Royce | Sony Music | Tesco | Zain | Zurich

Ana Vitelli
Elaine Ferneley
Areas of expertise:
Areas of expertise:
Organisational behaviour| Gender in organisations | Leadership |
Computation | Social network technologies | Mobile Organisational culture | Motivation | Training and development
computing | Collaborative working | Information systems
design and knowledge management Industry / client experience:
SAP | BASF | Braskem | Higher education | FGV Brazil | Law firms |
Industry / client experience:
British Council | British Chamber of Commerce | Government agencies
BP | Casmier Knowledge Management Systems | ICI | IBM

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REWARDING TALENT:
SCHOLARSHIPS
“I was fortunate enough to be
awarded a scholarship from the
30% Club – an organisation that
works to promote gender equality
in the workplace. This has driven
me to ensure I get as much as I can
out of the MBA experience in terms
of academic learning, the people
I have met and the events I’ve had
the opportunity to attend.”
Lucy Dwyer, British
VP Academics, Class of 2019
Pre-MBA Role: Management Consultant
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We recruit only the best and reward talent and excellence
through scholarships for outstanding candidates.
Scholarships are competitive and take into account outstanding
achievements, contributions made in roles outside your workplace,
academic credentials, professional track record, communication
and interpersonal skills. We also look for strong values and ethics,
and the potential to become an outstanding business leader or
entrepreneur and future ambassador for the School.
Alliance Manchester Alumni-funded Manchester Loyalty Bursary
Business School scholarships
scholarships
University of Manchester
Our alumni typically degree graduates are eligible
– Industry specific: donate a number of for a 20% discount on self-
– Energy, Oil and Gas scholarships each year. funded fees.
– Entrepreneurship
– Marketing Scholarships for Alliance MBS agreements
– Professional Services female candidates Alliance Manchester Business
– Inspirational Leaders – 30% Club Female School can provide a 25%
Business Leaders discount on fees to students
– Manchester Merit
Scholarship (full fees) supported by these
– Young Potential institutions:
– Forté Foundation
Leaders
Fellows Program – COLFUTURO (Colombia)
Scholarships (30- – FUNED (Mexico)
50% of fees)
– AMBS Women in F
 or full details of our
Business Scholarships scholarships and
(10-50% of fees) bursaries please visit
mbs.ac.uk/ftmba/
scholarships
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 HOW TO APPLY
If you think you’ve got what it takes to join our next cohort of MBAs,
complete our online application form at mbs.ac.uk/ftmba/apply
The application process is competitive
and places are limited, so apply as early as
possible to avoid disappointment. It is free
to apply and we offer personal support and
guidance throughout the process.
If your initial application is successful we
will contact you to arrange an interview.
Admissions requirements
– Minimum three years’ postgraduate work
experience with strong career progression
– Leadership / management experience
or potential
– A competitive GMAT or GRE score
– A good undergraduate degree
– An English language qualification
(TOEFL iBT / IELTS / CPE / PTE Academic)
if applicable
– Evidence of being a strong team player
– Strong communication skills
– High level of emotional intelligence
and personal qualities
Full requirements are available at
mbs.ac.uk/ftmba/entry
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please visit: www.manchester.ac.uk/eu/
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Fees
Tuition fees for 2019 entry are:
– £44,000
– €49,081
– $59,260
(Exchange: XE.com 27 Apr 2018)
These fees are for the total tuition cost
of the programme (12, 15 or 18 months)
and can be paid in 4 or 5 instalments.
Living expenses are additional.
Prodigy Finance
Students accepted for 2019 entry are eligible
to apply for a loan with Prodigy Finance.
Please see www.prodigyfinance.com/
manchester-business-school/loan
How to apply
Please visit our website to view the
application deadlines and guidelines
mbs.ac.uk/ftmba/apply
Cost of living When you apply
Manchester is a major UK hub for business We will keep you informed at every stage
and finance and the cost of living is of the process. We’ll help you understand
significantly lower than London. The city is visa regulations and offer advice on finance,
conveniently-located and has excellent scholarships and bursaries. We can put
national and international transport links. you in touch with current students or alumni
from similar backgrounds if you need first-
The School is located on the University of
hand advice about the programme.
Manchester campus, a ten-minute walk
from the city centre. Most students live
Before you arrive
within walking distance or a short bus
journey to the School, entertainment, Our online applicant community gives you
the opportunity to network with future
shops, restaurants and sports centres
(unlimited weekly bus ticket £8). classmates, current MBAs and alumni before
you arrive.
The estimated cost of living for a single
student is around £1,150 per month, When you arrive
including accommodation costs. Please
University accommodation is guaranteed for
budget extra if you will bring family or other
single full-time, international students.
dependants. Current UK immigration
There are a limited number of double rooms
regulations allow the partner or spouse of
and flats available for students with families
a student holding a Tier-4 visa of twelve
and partners. Most MBAs opt for private
months or more to work in the UK.
accommodation and we also have a Partner
Club for families of our MBA students.
Healthcare
International students (non-EU passport We look forward to welcoming
holders) pay an Immigration Health Surcharge,
you to Manchester!
currently £150 per year, which entitles you to
use the National Health Service (NHS). The
NHS provides most healthcare services free
of charge. You will not need to purchase
private medical insurance.
“Alliance Manchester Business School is a global
institution that embraces staff and students from across
the world. Our friendly team will guide you through every
stage of our admissions and application process.”
Helen Dowd
Director of Admissions
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GET IN TOUCH
Meet us at an event near you

Meet us at an event online

Call us to arrange a
personal consultation

Tel: +44 (0)161 275 7212

Email: mba@manchester.ac.uk
mbs.ac.uk/ftmba/apply

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This brochure is prepared in advance of the

entry dates it relates to and all information
is accurate at the time of going to press.

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