The Global MBA experience
Interaction
- interact with tutors and fellow students through online asynchronous seminars, where theory is applied to practice;
- join a tutor group, with other students from all over the world, who debate and share experiences of business;
- get individual support from tutors via the mailbox.
Support
- responsive administrators answer your questions by phone, or you can manage your programme online;
- a high level of feedback from experienced tutors guides you through the MBA;
- examinations in 140 countries are included in your fees.
"Administrative support is fantastic."
Karl McEntee, Systems Support Specialist,
The Coca-Cola Company, Ireland
Materials
- purpose-written, up-to-date textbooks and study guides for each module are included in your fees, to structure your programme and support your progress;
- you have access to extensive resources in the virtual library where thousands of business reports and articles can be downloaded;
- support documents help you prepare for assignments and examinations.
Participants
- you learn with managers and professionals from around the world with a wealth of experience to discover and share;
- everyone is part of a tutor group and you will be supported, challenged and motivated by your tutor.
Development
- your confidence develops and increases as you move forward through the MBA;
- your career progresses during the programme and often may change direction;
- you develop the skills needed in 21st century business by working in virtual teams.
"I cannot over-emphasise the contribution my MBA studies have made to my recent career progression."
Philip Watkins, Managing Director
Face-to-face workshops
- you must complete two intensive workshops before you graduate, normally in Oxford and at other locations including one overseas venue each year;
- these workshops focus on leadership, research and consulting in business, developing competences and the skills for your ongoing development;
- in addition you may also study on campus in Oxford with other modes of the programme and join short, intensive study trips with partner organisations.
Assessment
- a range of methods is used, including case studies, work-related assignments, contributions to seminars, exams and a dissertation or consultancy project.
The seminars
Each module has a seminar programme, facilitated by experienced tutors, where you will debate issues and apply theory to practice. These thought-provoking seminars run over 11 days, allowing you the freedom to participate wherever you are in the world, at times which fit around your work and personal commitments. Seminars are archived and you can download and print the discussions.
"I searched for the right balance between theory and practice, and flexibility whilst retaining my job. 19 months down the line I have no regrets about my decision to join the Oxford Brookes MBA."
Andrew Kilama Lajul
Manager, Umeme (Pty) Ltd, Uganda
"The MBA opens your eyes to global diversified practices and individuals, enabling you to gain a wider perspective of business and management practices."
Laura Roberts, Principal Accountant
Northamptonshire County Council, England
The tutors
Knowledgeable, challenging and supportive tutors, experienced in the delivery of a global programme and using feedback as the key to your development, underpin the Oxford Brookes experience.
"Well informed tutors who challenge and are thought-provoking provide prompt and detailed feedback on assignments."
Hazel Coen, Divisional Manager
Halton Borough Council, England
"The best aspect for me was the tutor support! I enrolled on another distance learning programme before, but the support was poor and feedback slow, so I quit. This MBA has developed my ability to think."
Assistant Manager, Niaga Finance Company, Hong Kong
The materials and virtual library
The learning materials designed for the programme are comprehensive, accessible and up to date and are supported by a vast collection of articles and reports in the virtual library, making study more convenient.
"The extensive databases enable detailed research from any location."
Nigel Wyman, Executive Director
Alden Group Ltd, India
The workshops
These are intensive experiences, aimed at developing your leadership, research and consulting capabilities and adding value to your programme.
"Excellent, the best workshops I've ever attended. A journey of self-development that is more than just the achievement of a qualification."
Laura Roberts, Principal Accountant
Northamptonshire County Council, England
"I haven't seen or heard of any programme like this anywhere. The organisation is superb and the delivery excellent."
John Awuah, Financial Controller
United Bank for Africa Ghana Ltd, Ghana
In a recent survey, 99% of those contacted said they would recommend the programme!
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