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The Impact of Our MBA Programme

Impact

Statement

A concise, powerful narrative encapsulating your unique journey, aspirations, and vision. Beyond a resume, it's a declaration of purpose and potential, serving as a catalyst for self-reflection, articulating your value proposition, and shaping your career trajectory.

Find Your

Purpose

According to Harvard Business Review, 89% of executives link a strong collective purpose to employee satisfaction, 84% see its impact on organizational transformation, and 80% connect it to increased customer loyalty. Our MBA programme aligns with these findings, empowering students to deeply understand their personal and professional aspirations.

Be Mentored by

Excellent Academics

Not only do our academics boast stellar industry and academic backgrounds, but their passion for imparting cutting-edge knowledge ensures a dynamic learning environment that goes beyond the conventional.

Learn

Globally

Our MBA programme delivers a vital global perspective, responding to the demand highlighted in QS Reports where 60% to 71% of employers actively seek candidates with international exposure. Benefit from invaluable insights, gaining a decisive advantage in the global workforce.

Engage with

Industry Leaders

Indeed Career Guide underscores the importance of networking, with 26% finding it indispensable for career growth and an additional 45% deeming it crucial. Engage with industry leaders to unlock success, gain insights, and forge meaningful connections for a prosperous career.

Network with the

Movers and Shakers

The Academy of Management Journal reveals that highly successful managers invested 70% more time in strategic networking. In our MBA programme, gain insights from top academics and connect with industry leaders, fostering invaluable connections for your success.

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Edinburgh Business School, the Graduate School of Business of Heriot-Watt University, is committed to providing opportunities to experienced professionals from all over the world who desire to study our graduate level business programmes.

For more than 25 years our programmes of study, particularly our flagship MBA, have enhanced the careers of business professionals globally. Little wonder that over 40% of Fortune 500 companies have employees on the Edinburgh Business School MBA programme.

THe EDINBURGH BUSINESS SCHOOL MBA

Discover endless opportunities in the business world with Heriot-Watt University's MBA programme, available in Full-Time & Part-Time. With its prestigious reputation, internationally diverse faculty (based in the UK, Dubai & Malaysia), and unwavering dedication to achieving excellence, we offer an exceptional platform for you to begin your path towards professional advancement and personal enrichment.

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA IMPACT

Globally Connected Learning
Build connections and participate in active learning across our global community, thus allowing students to communicate and collaborate with classmates & academics online and on-campus.
Purpose-Driven Education
Purpose-Driven Education develops students' emotional intelligence, teaches them coping strategies to manage their time effectively, cultivates a positive mindset, and develops self-confidence, interpersonal and communication skills and a sense of purpose
5 Global Campuses
Five global campuses with partners in over 150 countries and more than 30,000 students worldwide.
Go Global
Go Global and study in our UK or Dubai campus through the Inter-Campus Transfer Programme.
*For UG programmes only

mba scholarships and bursaries

EXCLUSIVE

Edinburgh Business School Scholarship

Edinburgh Business School is thrilled to announce the availability of exclusive scholarships* for our prestigious MBA programme at the renowned Heriot-Watt University Malaysia campus.

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Terms & Conditions

  • The successful applicant shall receive a scholarship to undertake the MBA programme at the Malaysia Campus.
  • The scholarship covers the costs of study for the nine MBA courses. The scholarship award does not cover the cost of interim award fees, examination defer or absent fees, travel, accommodation, or incidental expenses.

Alumni Discount*

20%

tuition fee discount*

We are proud to provide 20% tuition fee discount* for all alumni of Heriot-Watt University who have studied for at least one year or more at any Heriot-Watt campus.

Professional Bodies Bursary*

10%

tuition fee waiver*

A 10% tuition fee waiver* is offered to all members of the following professional bodies, and also to all spouses and/or children of the members.

Heriot-Watt Corporate Partnership Postgraduate Bursary*

The Heriot-Watt Corporate Partnership Postgraduate Bursary* is a concession package for students who are applying to our postgraduate programmes in a group of more than 1 from the same company. This is applicable for local, international, part-time or full-time students.

Shaping Entrepreneurial Women Scholarship

Our Edinburgh Business School is in collaboration with the 30% Club Malaysia to establish the Shaping Entrepreneurial Women Scholarship*. This initiative offers working women a valuable opportunity to join our MBA programme.

*View Terms & Conditions

  • The successful applicant shall receive a scholarship to undertake the part-time MBA programme at the Malaysia Campus. The scholarship covers the costs of study materials, teaching sessions and revision seminars for the nine MBA courses required to qualify for the MBA degree.
  • The scholarship award does not cover the cost of interim award fees, examination defer or absent fees, travel, accommodation, or incidental expenses.
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our teaching team

PROFESSOR. MUSHTAK AL-ATABI

PROVOST & CEO

Course:
Business Negotiation

DR JAY WASIM

Head of Department,
Business and Management

Course:
Developing and Executing Strategy,
Entrepreneurship and Creativity

DR MELISSA W. MIGIN

Director
MBA Programme

Course:
Strategic Marketing

DR GOWRIE VINAYAN

Associate
Professor

Course:
Developing Successful Projects

DR RICKY WONG

Head of Department,
Accountancy, Economy & Finance

Course:
Financial Decision Making

DR DAVID BARRON

Associate
Professor

Course:
People, Work
and Organization

DR HUI HON CHUNG

Assistant
Professor

Course:
Business Economics

DAPHNE LIM

Assistant
Professor

Course:
Leadership, Theory and
Practice

GLOBAL COURSE LEADERS

The Global Course Leader designs and manages the course content, coordinating with local course leaders and catering to students online from around the world.

DR COLIN TURNER

Head of Department
of Management

Course:
Developing and
Executing Strategy

DR LAURA GALLOWAY

Professor

Course:
Leadership, Theory
and Practice

DR JANE PRIEST

Assistant Professor

Course:
Strategic Marketing

DR GERALD REILLY

Associate Professor

Course:
Economics
for Business

DR LINDA BUCHAN

Director of
Accreditation

Course:
People, Work
& Organisation

DR ERNEST EZEANI

Associate Professor

Course:
Financial
Decision Making

SHAI DAVIDOV

Associate Professor
CMBE, PMP, CSM, PRINCE2, FAPM

Course:
Delivering
Successful Projects

core MBA courses

PEOPLE, WORK AND ORGANISATION

Focuses on understanding workplace behavior and its impact on performance. It covers individual differences, group dynamics, and organizational factors, enabling students to enhance performance in various settings.

FINANCIAL DECISION MAKING

Empower students with accounting and financial tools to interpret data from various sources and make impactful decisions. It covers key accounting and finance topics, including management accounting tools, financial management, and risk management.

DELIVERING SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS

Empower students with skills to plan and execute projects for business success. It emphasizes a holistic approach, linking organizational strategy to project success criteria. This managerial-oriented course aligns with professional standards (PMI, APM, IPMA, ISO) and integrates concepts through a comprehensive longitudinal case study.

ECONOMICS FOR BUSINESS

Develops decision-making skills and the ability to interpret economic information. It covers fundamental concepts, market dynamics, government roles, and macroeconomics with a business focus, concluding with a research activity.

STRATEGIC MARKETING

Equips students with tools for proactive marketing decisions that align with the firm's conditions. It emphasizes managing resources to achieve organizational goals in chosen markets with a customer-centric approach, championed by top management.

LEADERSHIP THEORY AND PRACTICE

Effective leadership is paramount for organizational success, according to the CEO Institute. This course distinguishes leadership from management and explores its strategic and operational applications in developing organizations.

DEVELOPING AND EXECUTING STRATEGY

"Developing and Executing Strategy" is the MBA programme's capstone course, centered on long-term strategic management. It provides a practical framework for informed decision-making, benefiting not only senior managers but also those aspiring to such roles.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

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testimonials

The MBA programme gave me a deep understanding of business functions and the skills to analyse complex problems, develop strategies, and make data-driven decisions. It also offered project collaboration and networking opportunities with diverse professionals.

Yang Fatimah Kamarulzaman

Internal Auditor

PETRONAS Chemical Group Berhad
Class of 2022

Edinburgh Business School MBA provided excellent global exposure through the lectures and expanded network besides shaping personal branding and providing a diverse career advancement opportunity.

Sharmila Gunasekaran

Marketing & Strategy Lead

GSK Pharmaceutical Malaysia
Class of 2021

With the unique Edinburgh Business School MBA, I'm impressed with the balance of theoretical and practical business knowledge, and the valuable exchange among peers from different industries. I now have a growth mindset helping my career progression.

Jim Lee Loong Cheong

VP, Decision Management

Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad
Class of 2019

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Upcoming Intake

September 2024

We are currently recruiting for the
upcoming September 2024 intake.

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