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However, more than individual programme components, topics or structure, it is the school’s ability to impact its students and wider society that excites dean Holmes. In speaking about the strength of its international connections and expertise, she underlines the institution’s desire to “drive research internationally and make shifts to policy”, as well as to “transform students’ lives” through its educational offerings. • Leading The Future is a collaborative project between AMBA & BGA and BlackRook Media. Watch the video in full at amba-bga.com/business-school-docuseries-season-two
The topics of sustainability and technology have been integrated
change the attendance mode.” Kynighou highlights how this allows the school to offer flexibility when needed, while also preserving the value of cohorts learning side by side. “It’s the same experience for everyone; all that’s different is how you can come into the classroom. And that’s great because it gives people more flexibility without compromising your learning, or your interactions with peers and tutors.” The programme is also offered in a modular format, with modules delivered in blocks of three consecutive days. “What this means is that students have an immersive experience, with a deep dive into the learning,” shares Holt.
throughout the MBA programme, reflecting their growing importance to business and forward-focused leadership. “We bring the different topics of sustainability into the classroom in every module, whether it’s finance, operations management or human resource management. It is not a standalone topic,” advises Kynighou. Technology and specifically “digital leadership” is another ever-present theme in the curriculum, with students receiving guidance on the responsible use of AI, before delving into the benefits of its use in strategic management.
Top : The school offers a hybrid flexible format to meet shifting student needs, says MBA director Anastasia Kynighou. Bottom : Manchester offers a plethora of opportunities
for people to study, live and work, offering a wide range of industries.
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