Edinburgh Business School s MBA remains one of the world s largest international MBA programmes. It attracts more students from more countries than any other programmes, drawn by the quality of the teaching and the flexibility of study. Edinburgh Business School offers part-time students the opportunity to work at their own pace, in their own time, yet get full on-campus and online academic support. Edinburgh Business School also offers students the chance to interact with fellow students across the world and to join our network of more than 11, 900 students worldwide and over…

74th in the Economist s MBA rankings 38th in the Financial Times Finance MSc world rankings * Figures refer to 2016 rankings The Edinburgh MBA is also ranked 91st in the world in the 2017 Financial Times Top 100 MBA programmes, rising seven places from 2016. Programme accreditations Students who have passed the MSc in Finance and Investment can apply for exemption from taking the qualifications required for the CISI Diploma Award. Our finance programmes cover at least 70 per cent of the CFA curriculum, which will benefit those who choose to study for the CFA qualification…

If you are looking to significantly enhance your career prospects - either within your current organisation or somewhere new - the Full-time MBA at The University of Edinburgh Business School offers a dynamic, intensive opportunity for progression. Studied over 12 months or 16 months, this taught programme is designed to prepare you to progress with confidence into leadership roles. The programme will: deepend your understanding of how businesses and markets work how value is created through innovation and marketing how strategies are crafted how businesses are financed how…

Edinburgh Business School enters new era with appointment of Executive DeanDate: Professor Heather McGregor CBE Edinburgh Business School, pioneer of the distance-learning MBA, enters a new era with appointment of Executive Dean. Edinburgh Business School, the Graduate School of Business of Heriot-Watt University, with campuses in Edinburgh, Dubai and Malaysia, has appointed an international businesswoman and human resource specialist to its top post, to help the school build upon its exceptional track record for developing leading professionals across the globe. Professor Heather…

I am responsible for working closely with the Business School staff and the University’s Estates and Buildings department to maintain, develop and manage the buildings and facilities of the Business School. Areas included are: Building Maintenance Health & Safety Security Fire Safety and Staff Training Management of Refurbishment projects Waste Management Cleaning Catering First Aid All ensuring that the buildings and accommodation are maintained to a high standard and to support the School’s teaching, research and corporate engagement. Background Having been part of…

On acceptance on to the programme, you must first complete the three courses titled Introduction to Business Research 1, 2 and 3. These courses support students in understanding the research process: Introduction to Business Research 1 gives you a basic understanding of what research is and how it is carried out. It is particularly useful if you have not undertaken any postgraduate research before. Introduction to Business Research 2 considers research methodology and literature review. It explains how to carry out a business-related literature review and then use it to develop…

As the employment market continues to improve, competition will continue to intensify. With a world-class Masters from the University of Edinburgh, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to stand out from the crowd and achieve your goals. Knowledge exchange Our powerful interaction with business places the School at the heart of cutting-edge consultancy, research and recruitment assistance. Career development You will benefit from quality career guidance provided by the Business School s Student Development Team and the University s own award-winning Career s service…

Our online MBA is designed to educate and support a new generation of global business leaders. Our MBA is responsive to current economic and financial conditions; agile in addressing contemporary issues; flexible in providing genuinely applicable learning. And above all, ethical in approaching your business and management education as a continuous value driven journey of professional and business advancement. We aim to create confident individuals with great leadership skills and equipped with the right tools and knowledge that will help them go up within an organisation’s managerial…

Structure Over a two year period, the Executive MBA combines short intensive bursts of classroom interaction with online support. Most courses involve visiting Edinburgh once a month for two days over a three month period. The Strategic Leadership course and 3 option courses are delivered in intensive one-week blocks, concluding with an advanced final project. Find out more Strategic leadership A new approach to leadership, emphasising a proactive, entrepreneurial and responsible way of thinking and acting. Innovation A focus on innovation to help challenge your assumptions…

This programme is specifically designed for working executives who prefer part-time study. The course is delivered in a modular format on Fridays and Saturdays, once a month. The taught part of the programme takes place over 21 months, followed by a Capstone Project. TestPlant MBA Scholarship Donated by international software business TestPlant, this scholarship offers a £10, bursary towards tuition fees & internship. Find out more Collaborating with business Students will have access to business practitioner speaker events, while working on a number of consultancy…

The Warwick MBA takes three years with seven core modules, six elective modules and a dissertation required. Mr Pye said it takes at least 15 hours study a week. It is not an easy option by any means,he said. The course is flexible but it is not easy. Students have to visit Warwick twice in the first year and for three to four days in the second. The fees are currently around £7, 500 per year and most students pay their own. Financial Times rankings show that a Warwick MBA boosts graduates salary by around 32 per cent. And, said Mr Pye, there is a distinct advantage to…

Heriot-Watt University’s main campus is set in 380 acres of parkland in Edinburgh, Scotland s beautiful and cosmopolitan capital city. Its roots go back to 1821, when it was established as the world’s first Mechanics Institute in the belief that education should be available to everyone. Another first came in 1869 with the acceptance of women, more than 20 years before any other Scottish university. This pioneering thinking still drives its teaching and research today. Scottish roots, international outlook The University has five campuses including three in the UK - Edinburgh…

Research We strive to produce theory-led, practically relevant research that addresses challenges faced by businesses, public organisations, regulatory bodies, and policy-makers. The School aims to create a supportive, collaborative, and vibrant research culture by raising the quality of our research output and by assisting faculty to achieve our goals. Find out more Programme overview The Business School offers academically rigorous and highly crafted programmes for undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students