University of Strathclyde

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University of Strathclyde Business School

The University of Strathclyde is now Scotland's third largest university, and one of the largest in the UK, with a world-wide reputation for its teaching and research. We comprise five faculties - Arts and Social Studies, Business, Education, Engineering and Science - and have a total student population of around 14,000.Around 2500 students are at postgraduate level, and a high proportion of the student population is aged 21 years or over. Currently, Strathclyde has over 100,000 alumni around the globe.

Founded in 1947, the University of Strathclyde Business School (SBS) is a pioneering, internationally renowned academic organisation that shapes and develops the business minds of tomorrow. We offer the highest quality business education and management development for both inexperienced graduates and senior managers.

Strathclyde Business School is one of the largest institutions of its kind in Europe, witharound 200 academic staff and more than 3000 full-time students (undergraduate andpostgraduate). The 11 subject departments and specialist units collaborate to provide adynamic, fully-rounded and varied programme of specialist and cross-disciplinarypostgraduate courses.

SBS Faculty Programmes

Strathclyde Business School is able to offer an impressive portfolio of general and specialised business degrees, due to its wide range of subject departments. The following programmes attract teaching and academic input from the wider faculty, and from partner institutions:

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Executive Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Leadership

Department of Accounting and Finance

The Department of Accounting and Finance Our department is currently ranked 2nd in the UK for Accounting & Finance by The Times Good University Guide 2013 and 4th in the UK in the Complete University Guide Subject League Table for 2013. Our position in both of these guides is consistently in the top 5 year-on-year.  The department offers postgraduate degree programmesall available for study on a full-time basis in Glasgow. For further information on courses available visit www.strath.ac.uk/accfin

Department of Human Resource Management

The Department of Human Resource Management (HRM) has a broad human resources, organisation behaviour industrial relations focus and undertakes research in a wide range pf international and UK public, private and voluntary sector organisations. For further information on research and taught courses available visit www.strath.ac.uk/hrm

Department of Management

With over 40 years of experience in course development, the Department of Management is regarded as a pioneer and major innovator in the field of business and management education. Research in the Department is strongly rooted in managerial practice and this focus is reflected in our postgraduate courses and in our executive education and consulting activities. For further information on courses available visit www.strath.ac.uk/management

Department of Economics

The Department of Economics at Strathclyde has around 25 research and teaching staff and enjoys a strong international reputation in research.The department has close links with the Scottish Graduate Programme in Economics, and the Scottish Institute for Research in Economics (SIRE) to provide excellence in teaching, research, and knowledge exchange.  For courses offered visit www.strath.ac.uk/economics

Department of Management Science

The Department of Management Science Science is one the  leading Operational Research (OR) departments in Britain. The department offers two postgraduate degree programmes for study on full-time, part-time or distance learning basis, visit www.strath.ac.uk/mansci for further information.

Department of Marketing

Established in 1971, the Department of Marketing at Strathclyde has long been recognised as one of the earliest seats of excellence and leadership in marketing learning and research. The Department offers three postgraduate programmes, for further information visit www.strath.ac.uk/marketing

Triple Accredited

A small percentage of business schools worldwide hold triple accreditation status - and Strathclyde Business School is one of them. Three leading international organisations review and monitor the quality of business schools worldwide.

EQUIS - The European Quality Improvement System
AACSB - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
AMBA - The Association of MBAs

Location

Scotland is one of Europe's most unique destinations, famed for its history, castles, scenery, lively cities, warm hospitality and its traditions. Glasgow is Scotland's biggest city but its position and excellent transport links mean all other parts of the country are easy and quick to access. A stunning city in its own right, Glasgow is just minutes from some of the most beautiful parts of the country - the rugged west coast, Loch Lomond and Burns country are all on our doorstep.

Surroundings and Facilities

SBS is situated in a modern, award winning building in the heart of Glasgow's city centre. Designed to meet the demands of both corporate clients and students, it is purpose-built to facilitate study, interaction and work, and is equipped with up-to-date computing and technology facilities, a Business Information Service, study areas and its own cafe.

With the campus village a few minutes' walk away, and plenty of city centre off campus accommodation available, SBS is an ideal location for those pursuing full-time study.

University support services and facilities

In addition to the services and facilities provided by SBS, the University itself provides you with a wide range of support services to assist you in your studies or leisure time, and for help or advice all the main University facilities are available to our course members and include:

• University Library
• Sports Centre
• Student and Occupational
• Health Service
• Special Needs Service
• Scholarships and funding

The full range of available scholarships can be found on the University Scholarship Office website at http://www.strath.ac.uk/search/scholarships/

Contact details:

University of Strathclyde Business School
199 Cathedral Street
Glasgow
G4 0QU

T: 0141-553-6118/6119
F: 0141-553-6162
E: sbs.admissions@strath.ac.uk
www.strath.ac.uk/business

Student Testimonial

"Strathclyde Business School was top of my list to apply for a Masters.  It's been great to be a part of a school with such a broad range of subjects and teaching facilities and I've had the opportunity to meet and discuss ideas with students from all over the world.  The course has provided the skills and confidence I need to start my career."

Claire Gailey
MSC International Banking and Finance