Executive MBA University of Reading

Overview

This Executive MBA degree from the University of Reading will empower you to become an exceptional leader who thinks and acts with clarity, confidence and conviction. Personal and professional development are woven into the fabric of our MBA degree.

You’ll gain a profound understanding of yourself as well as clarity on your future career direction and goals. Our experienced and inspiring tutors will support and challenge you every step of the way.

You will take part in two Global Immersion Study trips. First, you’ll carry out a consultancy-style, team-based project with an emerging international business or start-up, in locations such as the USA or other suitable locations. Next, you will travel to South Africa, where you will work on a team-based project for an NGO, to directly impact organisations grappling with critical social issues.

At Henley, we place great importance on building a community of peers that stretches beyond the length of the MBA. This flexible MBA is a truly international experience, with a global focus to its syllabus and research projects.

Career opportunities:

As part of our Global Executive MBA programme, you’ll benefit from invaluable career, leadership and professional development. This includes:

• Leveraging your strengths
• Leading with gravitas
• The art of negotiation
• Managing change and uncertainty
• Team work and intercultural dynamics
• Maintaining and strengthening resilience
• Improvisation and stand-up comedy

We also run additional professional development events to build your network, deepen your knowledge and help you achieve your career goals.

You’ll benefit from access to a qualified, experienced Executive Coach with whom you can discuss all aspects of your professional development.

You’ll also have access to a host of useful online resources, such as:

• VMock – online CV building tool
• Alumni Extra – webinar library covering a range of professional development topics
• PayNegotiation – online training package