LIZZIE MAPPLEBECK

Mba

I love my job, so I didn’t apply for the MBA as a ‘spring board’ into a new role, it was the broad curriculum that appealed to me; a wide breadth of learning that touches each part of the business world. I wanted to develop my skills to assist with progression towards my bigger goals such as leadership, setting out strategy, direction and organisational culture.

The support I received to do the MBA as an apprenticeship was great – dedicated staff to answer any questions was a bonus and meetings with my line manager to ensure my learning remains relevant.

The course has provided me with the additional skills, knowledge and understanding to enable me to take a more wholesome and systemic approach to work. I now approach complex business cases with a more confident and comprehensive outlook. Networking with lecturers, professors and other students has been hugely beneficial both from an academic and a professional perspective. I have learned so much particularly in class discussions and debate. uos.ac.uk/neverstandstill

The University has made me feel so welcome, it treats its students with respect and is very inclusive. Fitting in the MBA with full-time work and a family was a daunting prospect but having timetables published in advance and clear dates for critical deadlines has helped. Regular updates and newsletters are circulated so as a student you always know what is going on and what extra support is available should you need it. I have been so impressed with the Library and Learning Services, they bend over backwards to help. Oh, and the on-site Paddy and Scott’s coffee shops are great too!