The University of Aberdeen's international reputation has attracted a record number of international students to its new MBA programme. Recent figures from Universities Scotland indicate that for every three overseas students who study in Scotland, one new job is created in the Scottish economy.
Professor Patrick Dawson, Director of Graduate Programmes, said: "The popularity of the new MBA programme demonstrates that although Aberdeen is an ancient University, we are providing cutting-edge courses that meet the needs of the international employment market. In addition, the influx of international students could boost the Scottish Economy to the tune of creating as many as 28 new jobs."
The launch of the University of Aberdeen's new MBA programme has proved a huge draw for international students. Over 80 students have enrolled for the MBA programme, from as far afield as China and South East Asia to India and the US. The University's Business School has attracted a further 49 students on its MSc Finance and Investment Management course, and 12 to the MSc Entrepreneurial Management and Change course.
The new MBA programme will provide an emphasis on interactive learning and problem solving between course members. The full-time management programme covers all disciplines of business management, including accounting, economics, law, and management. In drawing upon the international expertise of research-active staff, the MBA programme will promote the development of cross-disciplinary knowledge in preparing students for effective management careers in both the private and public sectors.
Zhu Chun Yan, who has just started studying the MBA programme at the University, has been enjoying her initial experience of life in Aberdeen. She said: "My first three weeks in Aberdeen have flown by. Everyone has been so friendly and helpful. The combination of excellent teaching and caring support from the University has created a superb programme that will help lead me to success in my future career."