The 12month MBA at Oxford College of Business
You don’t need Jason Bourne’s drawer full of fake passports to flit around the world hobnobbing with the powerful these days. Given the way that governments have bailed out banks, industrial giants and failing European economies in recent years, it’s clear that business and politics are closely intertwined, and MBA courses are increasingly reflecting such developments. Having turned his back on his career as a CIA assassin, Bourne would probably fit right in studying geopolitics, marketing and corporate strategy. But where should Sri Lanka’s globally minded seasoned manager look to combine the study of discounted cashflow with trade and public policy? The automatic choice today is to join the 12month MBA offered at Oxford College of Business.
Shifting of world super powers
London and Paris once formed the axis of global economic and political power, but the second half of the 20th century saw a shift to Moscow and Washington. The US’s economic fortunes may have had their ups and downs, but its economic and military clout ensure that Washington still occupies a place at the table with two relatively new players, Beijing and Berlin. This shift in power and influence means that those about to dig deep into their pockets for an MBA with the expectation of learning more than just business, are now looking at graduating with an MBA programme which is ranked #10 in the world in just 12months !
An Australian MBA
Based in Australia, which is considered to be one of the safest economies in the world, the 12month MBA programme from the Australian Institute of Business at Oxford College of Business offers a historic backdrop for students trying to get to grips with modern business strategy, and the influential alumni network that is so much a part of the MBA experience. In this case, students can take into account the guanxi dynamic of personalized relationships so important to succeed in Sri Lanka’s business community. This prestige’s MBA programme is delivered at Oxford College of Business, which has played a key role in Sri Lanka’s social and economic reform over the past 10 years. “If you are serious about pursuing your career dreams it is essential to develop an in-depth understanding of Sri Lanka’s business culture and business policy,” explains associate Head of Academic at Oxford College of Business. “We have a faculty full of industry experts, some of whom play an advisory role to the Sri Lankan government in formulating economic and business policy, and provide the bridge between the values and mindsets of East and West.”
Opportunity to learn from industry and business leaders
Understanding the mindset of the political and military leaders has been a challenge for business pundits and financial analysts for months, especially after a 30 year long war which has come to an end. So for MBA students at Oxford College of Business following the 12month MBA, the chance not only to just attend guest lecturers of some of the war heroes in the country, opposition leaders, ministers, business leaders but also to ask them questions has given an added dimension on to the 12month MBA program at Oxford College of Business. “You expect to get insight from business leaders on any good MBA programme these days,” says one of the seasoned senior managers currently following the 12month AIB MBA at OCB, “but to be able to talk to people who are setting Sri Lanka up to face modern day challenges, is something that’s special about studying for the 12month AIB MBA at Oxford College of Business.”
Learn how to formulate business strategy
Overall MBA students at Oxford College of Business are exposed to the interworkings of local and global business and policy with access to commercial and government leaders, as well as opportunities for career progression at some of the nation’s most influential organisations. For many seasoned managers the opportunity to graduate with one of the top ranked MBA programmes in the world helps future business leaders open eyes to the intersection of business and strategy. Students on the 12month MBA at OCB will meet academic experts and business leaders who will explain how business policy decisions impact on business strategy. Students have to also work in teams to analyse policy issues and develop support strategies as a part of their MBA programme. MBA students at Oxford College of Business are encouraged and taught to look at the bigger picture, companies need managers who see the bigger picture, both locally and globally. The ability to understand a countries economic framework for doing business is a must-have, in modern business today, which Australian Institute of Business has understood and incorporated on to its world famous MBA programme.
A worthwhile investment
The 12month MBA offered at Oxford College of Business in affiliation with the Australian Institute of Business (AIB) is ranked #3 in Australia and #10 in the world according to the latest research conducted by the International Graduate Forum published by the CEO Magazine (UK) in 2012. Despite the challenges and demands of the 12month MBA program at OCB, the benefits the degree can bring to those in middle management roles are tremendous. Not only is it an ideal way of improving one’s salary, it also facilitates career advancement and opens doors to new opportunities – both within a candidate’s existing workplace or further afield. For those experiencing the middle management squeeze, OCB’s 12month MBA programme could be just what is needed to breathe new life into slightly stagnant careers.
So if CIA agent Bourne (played by Matt Damon, pictured) does head back to school, his only challenge is to remember enough about his former identity to nail the application process, and describe to the MBA admissions team his significant accomplishments. Not easy when you’ve lost your memory, and need to rely on a contract killer called Carlos the Jackal to write your letter of recommendation.
For more information contact Malindu Ranasinghe – 0714151547 or visit www.ocbsrilanka.com
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