The Leeds MBA

Leeds University Business School MOVE FORWARD The Leeds MBA Full-Time and Executive Programmes MBA Contents Welcome The Leeds MBA Accreditation and Rankings Academic Experience and Skill Development Learning and Self Reflection Careers and Personal Development Events and Networking Leeds the city Leeds University Business School Programmes How to find us 3 4 6 8 11 12 16 19 21 22 Welcome M Your decision to embark on an MBA shows that you have goals, focus and commitment. So do we. That is why, here at Leeds University Business School and in line with the University’s strategy, you will find a team wholly dedicated to the provision of a student experience that is truly ‘exceptional’. Leeds University Business School is one of the top business schools in the country, boasting both AMBA and EQUIS accreditation, a research rating of 5 and world class academic staff. The currency of the Leeds MBA is maintained by drawing on the research expertise of our academic staff and our contacts within the business world. The Leeds MBA combines the ‘hard’ knowledge of business subjects with the ‘soft skills’ now so much in demand in business, so you get the best of both worlds. Ours is a generic programme with the opportunity for you to further develop a particular interest or to broaden your business knowledge through a choice of option modules and the MBA Project. Options are specially designed to draw on our expertise, particularly in areas where the School has an international reputation, for example International Business, Management and Accounting and Finance. The unique competency-based approach we adopt to recruiting students enables us to tailor the MBA directly to the needs of the individual. We offer a career development programme organised by a dedicated Careers Centre as well as support in securing and managing the MBA Project. The Project provides an opportunity to apply learning to the real world of business. It can enhance career prospects by demonstrating to prospective employers that you can deliver results and add value. The Leeds MBA is international in outlook and design. Our students come from six continents as do our staff. The result is that students quickly learn to adopt a global perspective and feel comfortable dealing with people and situations from around the world. Our alumni are proud to be associated with Leeds University Business School. Mary Landen MBA Director I am delighted that you are considering Leeds University Business School for your MBA. An MBA from a leading business school is now regarded as an essential element in the development of business leaders. The Leeds MBA has a reputation for teaching excellence and for combining high academic standards with practical application to today’s rapidly changing business environment. 3 MBA Introducing The Leeds MBA Why Choose Leeds? Leeds University Business School (LUBS) is part of a University that is acclaimed world-wide for the quality of its teaching and research. An emphasis on innovative research and investment in high-quality facilities and first-rate infrastructure means that no fewer than 35 departments are rated internationally or nationally as “excellent”. The 1990s were a period of exceptional growth and rapidly rising reputation for LUBS and it is now internationally recognised as one of the leading business schools in the UK. Set in England’s top financial and legal services centre after London, the school is well positioned to deliver a high quality education in a lively and exciting environment. The Leeds MBA will expand your knowledge of the fundamental concepts of business and management, their integrative nature and relationships. It will refine your investigative, analytical and decision-making skills. It will also develop the interpersonal, communication and technical skills required to achieve results in today's rapidly changing global business environment. Equally important is your personal development. The Leeds MBA will help you to understand your strengths and weaknesses, to refine your objectives and career plans, and to become a self-managed learner. We know from experience that the MBA is likely to improve your prospects in terms of more responsible and interesting work, career progression or change, and earning potential. We take your personal and career development as seriously as you do Making the right decision Leeds MBA students benefit from: Quality - a prestigious qualification that is valued by employers globally Knowledge - exposure to concepts, skills and knowledge, which have practical application in the workplace Personal Development - programmes that support personal and career development International Exposure - opportunities to share ideas and experiences with other participants and staff from a wide range of backgrounds, organisations, cultures and countries Networking - access to a network of managers and business people while on the programme and, after it has finished, through our graduates (alumni) M Employers can take advantage of: Improved performance by managers, thanks to the development of their potential The introduction of new skills and knowledge to the work place, and improved work performance as a result of this Managers operating with an enhanced strategic capability in meeting future organizational challenges An opportunity to commission projects for the benefit of the organisation to focus on a specific problem or issue Learning on the EMBA is grounded in the real business experiences of participants, who also learn from one another’s experiences The chance to develop links with and access services from within the Business School, the learning group and the wider alumni network Further details of both the Full-Time and Executive MBA (EMBA) can be found in a separate brochure. The MBA provides an excellent opportunity for our people to learn about other businesses and understand different perspectives. It gives executives the scope to learn other disciplines which can enhance their own specialisms. It also broadens their horizons so that they are more innovative about how they lead our organisation. first direct (a UK subsidiary of HSBC) “The course has given me the hard analytical skills that an MBA graduate is supposed to have, the time to consider and rethink what I wanted to do and re-established confidence in my own abilities to take on a fresh challenge and succeed” Pete Melling (MBA 2004) Corporate Financier, PKF (UK) LLP A Person-Centred Approach At Leeds University Business School we adopt a unique person-centred approach. The support we offer is second to none. Competencies identified at the point of selection form the basis for personal insight and growth. These are developed throughout the programme which also emphasises the development of Executive Skills. The Leeds MBA can be tailored to meet your individual career needs and aspirations especially through the choice of option modules and the MBA Project. The Leeds MBA has a clear support structure for career management. These opportunities encourage a more strategic approach to personal and career development and can enhance the added value of the MBA. The Leeds MBA can be studied either Full-Time for one year or, for the Executive programme, in modular format over two to three years. Whichever route you choose you can be sure that the quality of these professionally managed programmes and their focus on your personal and professional development will remain the same. 4 5 MBA Accreditation and Rankings Leeds is a member of the prestigious Russell Group, an association of 19 major UK research-intensive universities. The Russell Group promotes and supports the contribution of top-level university research to national economic growth and innovation. LUBS is one of only a few business schools in the UK to be accredited by EQUIS and have its Full-Time and EMBA programmes accredited by the Association of MBAs. EQUIS accreditation is granted by the European Foundation for Management Development. This is a distinction earned by 86 business schools worldwide, including only 16 in the UK. AMBA accreditation is a measure of the quality of an MBA programme and is often used by managers, employers and professional bodies to 'rate' MBA programmes and their schools. The Association of MBAs is widely recognized as the guardian of MBA quality. The Association of MBAs offers a range of membership services for MBA students and graduates (alumni). Further information is available at www.mbaworld.com or telephone +44 (0)20 7246 2686. In The Financial Times 2006 MBA/Business Schools Survey, LUBS is ranked 82nd in the world, 12th in the UK and 20th in Europe The Financial Times draws attention to the school's outstanding performance in research - where it is ranked 3rd in Europe, 40th in the world LUBS is rated 5 for international excellence in research in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, 2001 LUBS is rated 60th in the world by The Economist Intelligence Unit in Which MBA? 17th edition, 2005 LUBS rated ‘excellent’ for learning and teaching (QAA, 2001) Experience the Leeds MBA The Leeds MBA: Move Forward “The insights I've gained from the Leeds MBA have made me equally comfortable discussing 'hard' technical and financial business issues in the same breath as the softer people and change issues facing the organisation” Obinna E Onyegbula (MBA 2004), Head of Corporate IR/ER Research & Advisory, Shell (Nigeria) M The Leeds MBA is an intensive educational and self–development undertaking. It is designed to provide you with a unique set of experiences and help you to move forward in your professional life. The programme structure of the Leeds MBA is shown below: Core Modules (10 credits each) Business Accounting Corporate Finance Human Resource Management Options and Information Management Organising and Managing for Performance Executive Skills (20 credits) Conceptual competence, research methods, business modelling, interpersonal skills, project and time management International Business Managerial Economics Managing Change Marketing Strategic Management “The reputation LUBS has is very good, even colleagues outside the UK had heard how good Leeds was” Julie Burton (EMBA Student) PA Consulting, (UK) Option Modules (10 credits each) Select three options from the list on offer at www.leeds.ac.uk/lubs/mba MBA Project (30 credits) TOTAL 180 credits Each module is worth 10 credits (total 130 credits) and is assessed by either an examination or an assignment. Core skills count for 20 credits while the project is worth 30 credits and is assessed by means of a 12,000 word dissertation. The degree of Master of Business Administration (MBA) is awarded to participants who successfully complete the required number of credits, including the MBA project; it is classified as Pass, Merit or Distinction, depending upon performance in the modules, core skills and project. The degree ceremony, at which the MBA degree is awarded, is held in December each year. To celebrate their success, graduates and their guests are welcomed to a reception at the Business School after the ceremony. 6 7 MBA The Academic Experience The Leeds MBA is both academically challenging and practical. The programme is reviewed regularly to ensure that it reflects the latest thinking and research. The core programme covers the fundamentals of business and management in ten modules. In addition, you have a choice of three option modules from a selection of business subjects in areas such as marketing, finance, international business and management. “The latest thinking... Running alongside is an Executive Skills module, designed to promote a range of personal and professional skills appropriate for business leaders. In the final part of the programme, your focus will be on the MBA Project. The Project is undertaken in-house for a company and provides real deliverables for the host organisation. You will be supported in your selection of a Project by a dedicated MBA Project Manager and are supervised throughout by a member of academic staff. “An intensive year’s study of a wide range of business knowledge was the power engine I needed for further career development” Lance Yu (MBA 2004), Product Manager of Johnson & Johnson Medical (China) A Skills Development Experience ...and the skills to succeed” At Leeds University Business School you are treated as an individual. We know that each new MBA student will arrive with a range of professional skills and differing work and academic experiences. A range of activities runs through the MBA programme to develop skills appropriate to your needs. This will ensure that you graduate with a comprehensive range of professional or transferable skills to equip you to be a more effective leader and manager in the future. Skill development activities include: Interpersonal skills Group working Project management Business planning Business modelling Research “The Leeds MBA helped me hone my interpersonal skills that prepared me to act, lead and achieve goals in life. It provided a basis for generating new ideas, defying conventions and acquiring a global outlook” Skaiste Sruogaite (MBA 2005) External Relations Assistant Manager, Proctor and Gamble (Lithuania) 8 9 A Learning Experience “Learning without thinking is labour lost... The Leeds MBA offers a learning experience that extends beyond academic activities in a number of ways. We believe that learning does not stop in the classroom. The value of challenging entrenched attitudes also leads to deeper understanding and enhanced confidence. The opportunities to learn from others, and to learn something of your own strengths and development needs as a learner, are vast. A key concern will be to focus on what will most benefit you and to organise your time and commitments most effectively to reap maximum benefit. Whichever MBA programme you choose, the emphasis is on your active participation and the sharing of ideas and experiences. Beyond this, learning and teaching methods are varied and tailored to the module or session; we include lectures, syndicate or small group M “I was offered the best learning experience with a completely new method of teaching. The professors here are amongst the best in their fields” Ashwin Subramanian (MBA 2005) Entrepreneur (India) work, case discussions, audio-visual material, visits and visiting speakers, computer-based activities, selfassessment exercises, manager presentations, reading and private study. A Reflective Experience ...thinking without learning is dangerous” Your time on the MBA programme will be stimulating, bringing insights into the latest ideas and business concepts as well as exposure to a new social and study environment. This time spent away from the day-to-day pressures of work is also an opportunity to develop and reorient your career, to reflect upon what has been learned and to assess new opportunities. For Full-Time students the MBA programme gives you time to consider your preferences and work out strategies for achieving them. Although EMBA students remain in the workplace, you benefit from the opportunity to reflect away from the daily demands and pressures and in the company of likeminded individuals who are at a similar stage in their development. “The knowledge learned has helped me to see business from a broader perspective and understanding. The more time you spend researching and applying this knowledge to real business experiences the better the learning outcome. It’s extremely hard work but very insightful” Malcolm Wallis (EMBA 2005) Divisional Director, Azzuri Communications (UK) 10 11 MBA A Careers Experience * Source: Financial Times 2006, Economist Intelligence Unit 2005 The Leeds MBA has a clear support structure for career management, both integrated into the programme and as part of our alumni service. Many of our students are keen to find new opportunities in different markets, industries or functionality, and are given support in making the right choice, getting contacts and preparing for the application process. ...over 90% of our MBAs are employed within 3 months of graduation* “After graduation, the Careers Centre and MBA Alumni team continued their tremendous support for me to set up my own business under the Spark programme. By setting up and running my business I can apply the full range of what I learned and experienced from the Leeds MBA, which is both challenging and enjoyable” Lingjun (Lily) Li (MBA 2003), Owner, Direct D-stress (China) M Employment in the UK The Career Management Centre can help you with any immigration issues, and uses its network of corporate contacts to facilitate company-based projects in the summer term for the right candidates. Our support doesn’t stop at the end of your MBA – we work with you when you need it. the Executive Skills module. They have the opportunity to present these plans in a sponsored competition to a panel of judges from banking and industry. It is also possible for a student to prepare a business plan as an MBA Project. In addition, budding entrepreneurs may be eligible for support from the University’s SPARK project which can provide advice, facilities, development and networking to students and graduates. The University of Leeds Careers Centre, which includes MBA services, is Matrix-accredited for the high standards of its advice and guidance. Career Management The Leeds Career Wise Programme runs from induction week until graduation and beyond, with workshops, expert presentations, individual counselling, job and project opportunities, networking events, and links with alumni. Our approach to career management is one of facilitation and support. You will be in full control of your career decision making and take full responsibility for your personal development. This structure has helped our students to be very successful in their job search: more than 90% are in employment within three months of graduation, and most achieve immediate career enhancement or the change they were looking for. “The Career Centre at Leeds is heaven for students. They train you in all aspects of job hunting like CV preparation, written tests, and mock interviews. It's due to their help and support that I could make a solid entrance into my company in the UK; later on I was transferred to India and now have been moved to Dubai, UAE.” Rohit Pradhan (MBA 2002), Marketing Specialist, Cummins Middle East (India) MBA Business Plan Competition The Business Plan competition is open to all MBA students and the winners are awarded a cash prize. The competition is sponsored by Barclays Bank. The business plan competition culminates in an evening event where the short-listed entries make their presentations to a panel drawn from Barclays Bank and other senior managers from the world of business. The event is a high-point in the MBA calendar and takes place in the second semester. More information on the Spark programme can be found at: www.spark.leeds.ac.uk/ EMBA Global Careers Our MBA is highly international, with students from all continents. Our Career Wise Programme takes account of cultural differences and supports you in your career decision making wherever you want to go next. Leeds is a founding member of a European business school alliance, CARNET, which seeks to enhance career opportunities for its international students by bringing together students and employers world-wide. The alliance launched a global website in 2006 which sources international jobs for students of member schools and allows our students to link into a wider MBA network. Students on our EMBA are already in employment, often sponsored by their company. There may be situations, however, where additional support from the Career Management Centre is appropriate. This is usually on an individual basis and can include any of the components of career management support provided to the MBA Full-Time. “I chose to do my EMBA at LUBS as I wanted an academic qualification to validate my work experience and also to assist with my career development” Claire Saville (EMBA) Quality & Development Manager (East Cambs/Fenland PCT) (UK) Enterprise Many Leeds MBA students plan to start their own businesses. The MBA is the ideal vehicle for planning and preparing such a move. On the Full-Time programme students develop a business plan as part of 12 13 MBA A Personal Development Experience Your personal development during the MBA and beyond will be supported by a range of activities and workshops run by experienced staff. During the programme, you will work through a process of analysis, self-assessment and practical learning, assisted by a Personal Development Plan. This simple, practical way of defining realistic goals based on straight-forward selfappraisal will make sure you take advantage of opportunities for learning and developing during the course and give you an overview of your achievements at the end of the programme. Where do you want to be? Personal development activities are embedded in the EMBA programme. The Executive Skills module provides a direct opportunity for personal development, which is also promoted via other modules through learning and assessment strategies. EMBA students also have a number of opportunities to come together outside of the classroom including the chance to meet some of the MBA Full-Time students through sharing of option modules. These opportunities help to promote self awareness and to further develop personal and interpersonal skills. “The time in Leeds has been enriching to me professionally and has given me time to reflect on my own career and personal life. Time that will always be viewed by me as time well spent” John Horton (MBA 2005) White House Liaison for the US General Services Administration (USA) 14 15 MBA An International Experience Professor Peter Buckley A Social and Networking Experience “The world at your feet... “A real bonus has been the insights my fellow students from overseas provide not only into life, business and the cultural impacts which exist in their own country but their perceptions of the people and life in the UK.” Sandra Szikora (MBA 2006) (UK) ...And an association to be proud of” A good professional and supportive network is invaluable in the modern business world. This is something that you will develop during and beyond the Leeds MBA. With over 10,000 alumni, our community stretches across the world. The dedicated Alumni Association (www.leeds.ac.uk/lubs/alumni) can keep you in touch with the School after graduation by updating you with news, events (both in the UK and overseas), career information and resources as well as connecting you to your fellow alumni. Your connection with alumni starts from day one. Most professional and social events on the Leeds MBA are open to students and alumni, giving you many opportunities to meet and network with new people. An MBA Society composed of all MBA students arranges get-togethers and team building activities, such as: Outdoor activities in the local national parks Sightseeing trips Cultural celebrations End of semester parties Sporting trips Barbeques Other activities are organised by the University’s International Centre and the Students’ Union. M Managing Director of the Automotive Division of GE Consumer Finance Director of Corporate Communication of BOC Director of Service Strategy of the NHS Chief Economist of the Bank of England CEO of First Direct (part of the HSBC group) Design Director of Ford Events are also organized with the LUBS alumni association and the local branch of the Association of MBAs, enabling you to network with like-minded professionals throughout the year. The School hosts a Women in Management Forum, established by MBA Full-Time students. This provides an ideal opportunity to meet and network with other students, alumni and staff as well as people from the local business community. MBA students are invited to the Business School’s Corporate Wisdom lecture series. These lectures, given by distinguished speakers on key topical business issues, reflect a shared objective of LUBS and Whitehead Mann, of developing leadership in organisations. The lectures are intended to inspire, educate and challenge and are aimed at Chairmen/Chairwomen and Chief Executives of leading private and public sector organisations in Yorkshire, along with other key influencers. Previous lectures have been given by people including the Chairman of Next and the Cabinet Secretary. They are always well attended by many of Yorkshire’s leading figures. These close links with industry are at the heart of LUBS’ activities and provide unequalled opportunities for you to network with senior managers from leading organisations. International Business at Leeds The Centre for International Business, University of Leeds (CIBUL) is the world's premier International Business research centre. It was created in 1995 and is based at the Business School. Particular areas of expertise include China and India. CIBUL, together with the Institute for Research on Contemporary China, is headed by Professor Peter Buckley. With these two world-class research centres under his control and a distinguished track record in teaching, Professor Buckley is well known in academic circles and a familiar face on the Leeds MBA. He uses his research for practical purposes, and has carried out consultancy assignments for a range of organisations from central and local government to international bodies and multinational firms. In 2006 he was chosen as the third recipient of the Viipuri Prize in Strategic Management and Business Economics, for his "outstanding record in the field of international business research". Peter Buckley has recently ended a three-year project on UK International joint Ventures and a study of 'Managing Cross-Border Knowledge'. His current research interests focus on the theory of the multinational firm, knowledge management in multinational firms, the international transfer of technology, the impact of foreign direct investment, international joint ventures and alliances, and foreign direct investment in China. He has taught in many countries including the US, India, Singapore and Japan. He was listed in the THES list of most successful academic authors (Jan '06). Television and radio contributions include BBC 'Business Breakfast', Chinese TV, Singapore TV, BBC Radio 4 and BBC World Service. Professor Buckley is just one of the world-class academics who teach on the Leeds MBA. His module, International Business, examines the core concepts of international business and their application to the dynamics and constraints of international business strategy. 16 One of the defining characteristics of the Leeds MBA is the multi-cultural nature of the cohorts and the mix of nationalities of the staff connected to the programme. Upwards of 20 countries are typically represented on the MBA Full-Time. Working in international groups on joint projects and exercises you have the opportunity to meet and learn from people from all over the world. This provides an ideal environment for you to be exposed to and learn the skills necessary for senior managerial roles in the future, whilst at the same time developing a global network of contacts. Although EMBA students tend to be more locallybased, block delivery does mean that students from a wider geographical area, including overseas, are able to attend. Currently EMBA students travel from Europe and North America as well as from the wider UK. The EMBA group is made up of students from both the public and private sectors, covering the range from SMEs to MNCs. EMBA students learn through the mechanism of learning sets. These learning sets, which will typically include participants from other backgrounds and industry sectors, act as both a challenge and a support in understanding and negotiating cultural differences. Networking Events As a Leeds MBA student you can take advantage of the School’s links with the corporate world both in and out of the classroom, via project placements, visiting speakers and networking events. Recent guest speakers at the School have included the: Sales Director of the Financial Times SME Banking Directors of Barclay’s Bank “The Women in Management Network was an excellent opportunity to meet high-profile professional women who had already made it and open up career possibilities and provide contacts” Christina King (MBA 2005), Consultant, Angle plc (UK) 17 Leeds “Leeds, Live it, Love it” M A purpose-designed Business School... Reflecting its growth in size and influence in the 1990s, the Business School moved into prestigious new accommodation in 2001. Based in the impressively renovated 19th century buildings of the former Leeds Grammar School on the western side of the University of Leeds campus, the Business School now boasts state-of-the-art facilities for learning, teaching and research: the Yorkshire Bank Lecture Theatre encourages active participation and utilises the latest audio-visual technology and professional presentation equipment seminar and syndicate rooms provide a less formal environment for group and team work a postgraduate computer cluster includes nearly 70 networked PCs linking into the University library and e-mail systems, access to the Internet, Microsoft Office software and a computer help-desk a dedicated postgraduate study centre for reading and private study a café serving international cuisine and a postgraduate common room provide opportunities for informal meetings and relaxation An MBA office with experienced staff and a range of programme resources, including an on-line MBA careers centre, diary and events management and a virtual programme and management module area. ...in the University of Leeds The University of Leeds is one of the largest, best equipped and most popular universities in the UK. It received its royal charter in 1904 and today has more than 32,000 students from over 100 countries, including some 4,000 international students and 5,000 postgraduates. Leeds University holds Fairtrade status. The University has achieved a global reputation for the high standards of its teaching and research, and is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of top research-led universities. Employers rate it highly too: a recent survey of graduate recruiters ranked Leeds University 6th in the UK. MBAs enjoy all the facilities and amenities of a large, thriving campus: over 2.7 million library items and access to the latest web-based databases, library catalogue and other services via the library home page at www.leeds.ac.uk/library over 1,700 seats in PC clusters with access to a wide range of software, the Internet and e-mail, and support from a hotline help desk (www.leeds.ac.uk/iss) state-of-the-art Language Centre, including selfteaching resources for studying over 40 languages and English Language programmes for international students – see www.leeds.ac.uk/languages student services, including a health centre, counselling service, the chaplaincy, a disability service, Student Union and a full-service careers centre with experienced advisers (www.careerweb.leeds.ac.uk) wide choice of University accommodation: all new international students from outside the European Union (EU) on one year MBA programmes are guaranteed accommodation the alumni office for graduates of the Business School (www.leeds.ac.uk/lubs/alumni) an international student advisory service and international student societies (www.leeds.ac.uk/students/international) 3 1 2 4 5 6 7 1. Our MBAs come from a range of backgrounds, organisations, cultures and countries. This diversity provides a dynamic learning environment. 2. MBAs enjoy high quality facilities, ranging from this dedicated computer cluster... 3. ...to the Yorkshire Bank Lecture Theatre, comfortably seating 140 people, for lectures and conferences. 4. ...and the bright and welcoming café. 5. The original Leeds Grammar School was designed and built by EM Barry in gothic style in 1857. 6. Glass adds light and space to the mid-19th century building. 7. The most striking feature of the new Business School is the glazed entrance for visitors and events. 18 19 MBA An ideal location... Regularly voted the most popular university city in the UK, Leeds is home to three-quarters of a million people and, after London, is the top financial and legal services centre in England, with over 30 national and international banks based in the city. Leeds has received a string of accolades including Britain’s Best City for Business (OMIS Research). As the major employment centre in the region, just under 500,000 people work in the city, and employment growth in the region is anticipated at 45% over the next 10 years. Indeed, the last 10 years have seen £2.5 billion invested in commercial property development in Leeds and a further £4.9 billion of projects are under construction or on the way. Leeds is a vibrant and multi-cultural city. Major national and regional attractions include the Royal Armouries, Henry Moore Institute, Harewood House and the West Yorkshire Playhouse Theatre. There is a thriving music and arts scene, covering everything from jazz and rock to opera and ballet. Sports enthusiasts can see Leeds United Football Club, Yorkshire County Cricket Club at Headingley and Leeds Rugby League and Union Clubs, and participate in a range of sporting activities in the city and beyond. Over two-thirds of the Leeds district is designated green belt land; just to the north of Leeds lie the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors, perfect for lovers of outdoor pursuits. For those who prefer shopping, it is only a ten-minute walk from the University to the centre of Leeds. With its traditional markets, elegant shopping plazas and over 1000 shops including the chic Harvey Nichols store, the city has been dubbed “the Knightsbridge of the north” by the Financial Times. M Programmes Offered by the Business School MBA programmes EMBA MBA Full-Time Full-Time MA/MSc programmes MA Accounting and Finance MA Advertising and Marketing MSc Banking and Finance MSc Credit Management MA Economics MA Economics and Development MA Economics and Finance MSc Financial Mathematics MA Human Resource Management* MSc International Business MSc International Finance MSc International Marketing Management MSc Management *also available part-time for graduates with work experience Research programmes MA(Res), MPhil and PhD degrees ...and easy to get to Major north-south and east-west motorways meet at Leeds and frequent inter-city trains link the city with London, just two hours away, and other major cities. Leeds/Bradford international airport provides scheduled connections to major UK and European cities, and is just a few miles from Leeds city centre (maps on page 22). Corporate development programmes Tailored programmes, including work-based learning, for companies and organisations Undergraduate programmes Over fifty single and joint honours degree programmes in the main business subjects of accounting, economics and management “My stay in Leeds is so enriching and fulfilling. I love classical music, so Leeds is my home: the University weekly concerts and the Opera North performances are my leisure activities whenever I need to unwind” Morgan Mkhatshwa (MBA 2006) Hospital Manager, Life Healthcare (Pty) Ltd (South Africa) 20 21 MBA GLASGOW EDINBURGH Leeds/Bradford International Airport How to find Leeds University Business School A660 TO OTLEY / SKIPTON LEEDS UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL LEEDS WO OD HO US ES T USE DHO WOO A660 MANCHESTER L OR MO E LAN BIRMINGHAM CLA R UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS MAIN ENTRANCE SOUTH ENTRANCE A61 R A660 TER BL ENHEIM BRISTOL N DO EN A RO D LONDON AN D RD ST. MA RK SR D RD EY SL OD WO A61 TO HARROGATE WEST ENTRANCE A58 A58 TO WETHERBY 8 A5 A65 TO ILKLEY AND SKIPTON Y RD LE ODS WO ERR OW T WILL WA Y 8 A5 COO KR I A58 WE ST GAT E EA ST PA R. CAL VE RL YS T LGI E DG WE LLI NG TON ST PAR KR OW TH EH EA DR OW BRI GG ATE NE WM AR KE TS T M621, M62 TO MANCHETSER A58 HALIFAX A62 HUDDERSFIELD A647 BRADFORD WHITEHALL RD LEEDS CITY STATION AR LANE BUS STATION DUN CAN ST A6 1 ATE NEW BRIGG A6 4 A61 A65 CL AR EN DO N ST MARY INFIR EC ST QUEB T BO LE S NEVIL THE CALLS A64 TO YORK D OA AR RI TO VIC Map & Directions For detailed directions please visit: www.leeds.ac.uk/lubs/contacts M621, M1 TO LONDON 22 M 19 Whilst the University endeavours to ensure that the information contained in this document is accurate at the date of publication the University does not accept liability for any inaccuracies contained within it. 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