Why the Leeds MBA?

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Eight reasons to choose the Leeds MBA

Looking to take the next major step in your career? The Leeds MBA exposes you to the latest management thinking and practice: a powerful blend of research-evidenced theory and live, practice-based learning.

We know pursuing an MBA is a big decision, regardless of your business background. To help you make the right move for your professional development, we’ve highlighted the key reasons for studying with us below:

  1. Practical, real-world learning. You’ll work with a range of organisations, consider different business case studies and learn from guest speakers.
  2. Our signature Live Business Challenges. Collaborate in teams with industry professionals to examine real, contemporary business challenges and develop innovative solutions.
  3. Gain a global perspective. Our internationally focused curriculum and study opportunities help you to become a global business leader. During the International Study Tour, you’ll work on a real consultancy project with an international organisation.
  4. Join a diverse professional community. Work closely with MBA colleagues and make connections from across the world. We bring together driven business professionals from many countries with a wide variety of industrial backgrounds and specialisms.
  5. Future-focused and data-driven. Explore established business subjects along with the latest trends and developments, such as AI and digital transformation. Our MBA curriculum is regularly updated to prepare you to be a future-thinking, progressive leader and manager.
  6. Personal Careers Coach. A dedicated MBA Careers Coach will support you while you’re studying and for three years after graduation, helping you to identify your goals, shape your career path and achieve your ambitions.
  7. Extensive links with industry, worldwide. You’ll experience this through guest speaker events, networking opportunities, alumni talks and with partner organisations during your live challenges.
  8. Study in one of the UK’s largest cities for business. Leeds is a leader in the digital, financial, professional services and tech sectors, and has Britain’s fastest growing legal sector.
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