MBA (Master of Business Administration)

Triple Crown accreditation means we meet the high standards of three of the world’s most prestigious accreditation bodies: AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB.

Experiential learning is at the heart of the Sheffield MBA. Our programme is designed to provide unique learning experiences that maximise the potential of each individual as part of a close-knit community. At Sheffield you are not viewed as a number, but as an ambitious individual with unique attributes ready to take on the challenge of reaching your full potential.

Our MBA programme is diverse and tailored to each student’s journey, individual development needs and career aspirations. Our world-class academics will inspire and challenge you to apply your learning to live organisational issues.

We understand that the challenges of the 21st century require globally minded individuals who can adapt to rapidly changing environments, understand situations and then lead their organisations forward. To this end, we have designed our MBA programme around three core pillars of consultancy, entrepreneurship and leadership.

Triple Crown accreditation means we meet the high standards of three of the world’s most prestigious accreditation bodies.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Association of MBAs, EQUIS, AACSB, the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

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Modules

A selection of modules are available each year - some examples are below. There may be changes before you start your course. From May of the year of entry, formal programme regulations will be available in our Programme Regulations Finder.

Semester One

Core modules:

• Marketing Consultancy Challenge
• The Intelligent Organisation
• Managing Organisational Behaviour
• Global Managerial Economics
• Accounting and Financial Management
• Operations Management
• Career Accelerator Programme

Semester Two

Core modules:

• Individual MBA Challenge
• Internationalisation Challenge
• New Venture Creation Challenge
• Effective and Responsible Leadership
• Strategic Management
• Career Accelerator Programme

You will select 2 of the 4 elective modules:

• Corporate Finance
• Human Resource Management
• Risk and Crisis Management
• Strategic Management Accounting

Duration

1 year full-time

Teaching

• Three-hour teaching periods with lectures, seminars and guest speakers
• Industrial visits and projects

Assessment

• Formal examinations
• Individual and group assignments and presentations
• Project report

Department

We have an international reputation for practical and real-world economics.

We are a leading business school with Triple Crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS). These awards have been achieved through the outstanding quality of our programmes, research output, support for students and alumni, and links with industry. We have a world-class reputation for high quality teaching, ground-breaking research and cutting-edge thinking.

You’ll be part of a dynamic and engaging business school that puts you and your future at the heart of everything it does. We balance a rigorous academic foundation with practical skills to ensure you are ready for the world of work.

We want you to develop skills so you can apply course content in a company setting. Our close links with organisations keep us in tune with the changing demands of the workplace. We know what employers are looking for.

You'll learn from experts - many are former industry professionals and they work closely with businesses. Because our academics are world-leading researchers, your education will draw on the most current management theories.

We want you to engage with the academic content, be conscientious and take an independent approach to study. We want you to be informed, innovative and proactive and do everything we can to support and enhance your career, steering you in the right direction with all the knowledge and skills you require.

You'll benefit from tailored on-site and online professional careers support, dedicated skills sessions and events with experts from world-leading organisations and professional bodies. These activities will help guide your personal and professional development to help you secure your dream placement, internship or graduate role.