ISSUE FOUR • June 2018
/ Student Experience
Thinking About an MBA? FAQs Answered
Dr Julie Hodges, Associate Dean for MBA Programmes at Durham University Business School, has provided a lot of guidance in the media about MBA programmes recently. We have pulled together some of the most frequently asked questions to help anyone currently considering an MBA programme. How would you suggest choosing between the different modes of study? Who is the right fit for each? The traditional study format of an MBA – an on-campus programme such as The Durham Full-time MBA is a great way for an individual to step away from their day-today professional careers and immerse themselves totally in a business learning environment. Such programmes enable students to learn at a quicker pace than a part-time programme, explore new industries and test their newfound skills in a relatively risk-free environment before returning to the workplace. People who are at an early stage in their careers (three to five years’ experience) and looking to either change direction, or move up a level in their current industry, may find a greater benefit from studying full-time, than through more flexible options.
Dr Julie Hodges
