The University of Manchester Launches Global MBA Programme in Malaysia, Brings International Experiential Learning to Local Industry Professionals

Kuala Lumpur, 8 September 2023 — The University of Manchester, the largest single-site university in the United Kingdom, has launched its Manchester Global Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Programme in Malaysia. Designed to develop business professionals across multiple industries, the two-year part-time programme can be tailored to fit various career trajectories and specialises in international experiential learning, a key element to producing competitive Malaysian business leaders with a socially responsible, global-first mindset.

The introduction of the Manchester Global MBA Programme on local shores makes Kuala Lumpur only the 6th city in the world to host one of The University of Manchester’s prestigious graduate workshops — marking a strong step forward for Malaysia as a key destination on the global education map.

With international learning at the heart of the programme, the MBA is comprised of thematic courses that reflect current geopolitical and economic affairs across the globe. Additionally, faculty members and instructors are flown in directly from The University of Manchester’s main campus in the UK.

Students will take their core courses in global business and management in Malaysia, with the freedom of choosing between more than 20 specialist electives that can be studied overseas at any of the university’s Global Centres in Manchester, Dubai, Hong Kong, Shanghai, or Singapore. To further support students during their studies abroad, the programme provides complimentary hotel accommodation for six nights while studying at any of these centres.

The cross-continental exposure of the MBA programme is made possible by The Manchester Method, a proprietary experiential learning approach that incorporates blended on-site and online learning with hands-on workshop residentials and live projects. The ‘block’ course structure also provides the added option of an accelerated 18-month pathway.

Flexible and portable by nature, the Manchester Global MBA Programme is primed to cater to a diverse class profile — many of whom hold senior positions in organisations spanning over 15 industries, namely manufacturing, finance, consulting, medical, and technology.

“Malaysia was a natural choice for the expansion of our programme, as the diversity in culture here reflects the diversity of experience that is imperative for all leaders to succeed,” shares Lim Bee Ing, Regional Director of The University of Manchester (South East Asia) Centre. “The University of Manchester takes great pride in the richness of knowledge and management skills that our graduates bring to the table. Our student cohorts globally represent over 90 nationalities and join an illustrious line of C-suite industry leaders and 25 Nobel Prize winners, a testament to our track record of research excellence.”

Producing globally influenced, locally inclined talent

Since its establishment, the Manchester Global MBA Programme has already made inroads with honing talent in the local professional business community. Among its Malaysian alumni is Dafinah Hilmi, current Chief Executive Officer of Hong Leong Islamic Bank Berhad.