ThereÕs an emphasis on responsible leadership, sustainable strategy, creativity and change that helps inform contemporary debates about how to effectively manage limited resources with maximum impact.

This sought-after qualification will give you a thorough understanding of the functional areas of business and management including:

• accounting and finance
• marketing
• economics
• operations management
• human resource management

By completing this programme offered by the , you'll gain the confidence and resilience to respond to continually developing circumstances, the skills to build and lead a team, and the theoretical and practical knowledge to successfully manage the challenges of the modern business environment.

YouÕll have the chance to go on regular site visits with senior executives and industry experts, as well as the opportunity to undertake a consultancy project with a business or organisation across the public, private and non-profit sectors. This allows you to integrate the knowledge and skills from your MBA to solve a real business challenge.

YouÕll be taught by internationally recognised subject experts. They all have extensive business and consultancy experience. Throughout the course youÕll also be able to engage with senior executives from the private, public and third sectors, as well as entrepreneurs. This provides you with a practical perspective on contemporary business topics. We have a series of guest lectures and workshops which provide many networking opportunities with potential employers.

Career:

Our highly sought-after MBA qualification offers you a route to securing a more senior management position and a higher salary. The skills you'll gain are also transferable to many different career opportunities, and our graduates have gone on to work in senior management in the public, private and voluntary sectors.

We believe that everyone has the capacity to be outstanding, and itÕs the role of our Stirling MBA to facilitate your continued development. The Stirling MBA focuses on the development of the whole person. It enables you to become aware of your untapped capabilities. Our MBA is unusual in its holistic approach Ð it's not only focused on sustainable strategy, but also on sustainable selves. Consequently, youÕll develop an understanding of both functional and operational demands as well as your personal role as an inspiring leader.