Master of Business Administration (MBA) MBA

Join our prestigious AMBA-accredited MBA. We are ranked among the Financial Times Global Top 100 and recognised as a Tier One programme by CEO Magazine’s Global MBA Ranking 2025. Develop the leadership skills you need to thrive in today’s global business environment. Study in the dynamic city of Glasgow. Engage in hands-on projects with real-world impact, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Scotland. Take advantage of dedicated career support, global networking opportunities, and a range of scholarship options to support your journey.<br/><br/><strong>WHY THIS PROGRAMME</strong><br/>• Develop as a values-driven leader, focusing on the 3 Es: Enlightened, Engaged, and Entrepreneurial.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain practical experience through real-life industry projects*, outdoor activities, and company visits that prepare you for the business world.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Stay ahead with insights from top industry leaders on themes such as AI, digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation through interactive sessions.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Achieve a coaching qualification from the Association of Coaching and participate in dedicated peer support groups.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Master the Case Consultancy Method. Compete for a chance to participate in global case competitions. Apply your knowledge in real business scenarios.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Apply business knowledge to real world problems from the start of the programme. Make an impact and engage with the Scottish business community.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from extensive networking opportunities, personalised alumni mentoring and being part of a small, diverse cohort.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• The Glasgow MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute and contributes to achieving Chartered Manager Status. The Marketing route is accredited by Chartered Institute of Marketing. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Adam Smith Business School is triple accredited.<br/><br/><br/><br/>*Industry Projects are not guaranteed. All applications are subject to availability and review processes. We will support candidates with their applications before the deadline but if unsuccessful, they can opt for a research proposal for their dissertation. Students can also secure their own projects with approval from academic and/or professional services.<br/><br/><strong>PROGRAMME STRUCTURE</strong><br/><strong>Core learning experiences</strong><br/>The Glasgow MBA starts with core leadership training. Then, specialise in finance, marketing, or strategy, or explore areas like entrepreneurship and sustainability. Participate in a team consulting project to tackle real business challenges, and finish with a dissertation. Choose from research, industry, or start-up pathways to work on your project from June to August.<br/><br/>**Core courses<br/>Semester 1**<br/>Decision Making Under Uncertainty<br/>Managing Operations<br/>People & Organisations: Understanding and applying the science<br/>Financial Information and Analysis<br/>Marketing Management<br/><br/><strong>Semester 2</strong><br/>Global Economy<br/>Strategic Management<br/><br/><strong>Semester 3</strong><br/>MBA Group Consultancy Project<br/>MBA Project: Industry Pathway<br/>MBA Project: Research Pathway<br/>MBA Project: Start-up Pathway<br/><br/><strong>Optional courses</strong><br/><strong>Strategy</strong><br/>Organisational Security: the challenges of managing intentional and accidental threat Factors<br/>Supply Chain Management<br/>International Strategy For Multinational Enterprise<br/>Strategic Human Resource Management<br/>Innovation Management<br/>Hacking the MoD (H4MoD)<br/><br/><strong>Finance</strong> <br/>Entrepreneurial Finance<br/>Financial Markets & Risk Management<br/>Mergers and Acquisitions<br/>Corporate Finance and Financial Markets<br/>Corporate Insolvency, Rescue and Recovery<br/><br/><strong>Marketing</strong><br/>Business to Business Relationship Management<br/>Digital Marketing<br/>Strategic Brand Management<br/>Consumer Behaviour<br/><br/><strong>CAREER PROSPECTS</strong><br/><br/>As a Glasgow MBA graduate, you’ll join a network of global professionals making a difference. Our MBA Development Manager will help you plan and compete in the job market. Many graduates land senior roles or start their own businesses. Recent alumni have joined top firms like Amazon, Barclays, Deloitte, Diageo, and in many smaller businesses in Glasgow and throughout Scotand.