Today’s fast-paced global marketplace requires business leaders to navigate the complexities of many cultures with business expertise. Acquire the skills and coaching you need to lead a multinational business in just two years’ time with the Kelley–Manchester Global MBA Program. The program is jointly delivered by the Kelley School of Business and the Alliance Manchester Business School (MBS)—top-ranked institutions recognized around the world for their innovative business curricula and high return on investment for graduates. You’ll learn from the same top faculty who teach in-residence degree programs, and build lasting momentum for your global or international business career.
Earn a global MBA from two elite business schools
Application Deadline: May 29, 2023
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KELLEY-MANCHESTER GLOBAL MBA PROGRAM
April 29, 2020
12-1 PM Eastern Standard Time
May 27, 2020
6-7 PM Eastern Standard Time
Topic: Admission Overview and Program Structure
Hosts: Usha Venkat, Executive Director
Laura Walter, Program Manager
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Watch the videos to learn about the Kelley-Manchester Global MBA student experience
Description of the video:
I'm actually trained in Food Science and Technologies. The mission of NamZ and WhatIF Foods is to create foods that are nourishing for you and for the planet, as well as uplifting and benefiting the farming communities that grow them all at the same time.
Eventually as the business grew, I would be able to bring more value if I understood more of the business aspects of the company. When I found out about the Kelley–Manchester Global MBA, I was very attracted to the blended learning approach, the idea that I will be exposed to two different educational systems, as well as two different alumni networks.
I wanted to kind of do my MBA part-time and apply in real-time to whatever I was learning in my day-to-day work. So I had to be able to grasp financial concepts, run forecasts, discounted cash flows, financial management, strategic financial analysis. These tools were provided to me through the course of the MBA.
I did the MBA really to better equip myself to move into roles that had greater responsibility within the organization, that make a deeper impact, and influence the future direction of the company.
The MBA, it changed my life, allowing me to be exposed to be so much more, equipping me with the right tools to understand the depth of the decisions being discussed. All of this combined opened the doors to being able to take on greater responsibility at work and a greater appreciation of what a business needs to survive in a difficult time, and to grow despite the difficult time.
So, I guess if I look at myself in 2017 and I look at myself today, I think that today I'm better positioned to make sense of the complex food ecosystem and how it is working in the complex, and uncertain world that we live in. And hopefully, through all this, I would be able to help bring out better food to people and a better planet for generations to come.
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Lauren Smith, Manager, Franchise Performance, Burger King Corporation; Kelley–Manchester Global MBA student:
My goal in the corporate world was always to find something unique for me. I knew that a nine-to-five desk job was not something that made me want to wake up in the morning. I really wanted a global education, but I also wanted an education that was rooted in the US as well.
What I appreciate about the program itself is, we have an opportunity to network all across several different learning centers in the US and the UK and all over the world, and so it was such a unique fit to find the Kelley–Manchester program because I knew immediately that it was not only, sort of, an uncommon way to do education, but also an additional challenge because you're dealing with multiple cultures, a variety of educational viewpoints and it was something immediately that I knew I was getting so much context and so much culture in one program that fit seamlessly together.
One of the reasons I chose the program is because I knew I needed to work. I didn't want to go to a traditional two-year MBA program where I sort of dropped off the face of the workforce. So right now I work for Burger King Corporate. I partner with franchisees who own Burger King corporations and so I work specifically with their leadership team to ensure that all of the operational aspects of the business are covered.
I also run a freelance wedding photography company and so it's something that I feel like I have a little bit of creative energy in my system. I was a little concerned at the beginning that I wouldn't be able to manage a corporate job, I wouldn't be able to manage a photography business. But I was able to sort of move my schedule around to enable me to really focus on my coursework when I had ample time to do so and just continue to take a little bit of a lighter load when I knew that I had requirements at work, or I had requirements in my photography business.
My personal life feels who I am as a professional. I have always been someone who's tried to achieve many things and this program drives me to achieve something a little bit more. I would label myself as a go-getter and so, this program just continues to validate that for me while also really holding me accountable to how I prioritize my life and my day. But, one thing that I would say is the Kelley–Manchester program is changing how I look at my future.
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Andrew Carlsgaard, Senior Financial Analyst, IU Health; Kelley–Manchester Global MBA student:
The reason I really wanted to be part of the Kelley–Manchester program was that opportunity to continuously learn while working, and apply some of those skills on the job. That's probably the most important part of what we've been able to learn here, is just how to think differently about our organization and the things that we do in order to help make our processes better.
I work at Indiana University Health in the financial services area. So what we do is basically take care of all of the accounting, finance, reporting, budgeting for all of the different hospitals and help them solve their business problems, and work through any issues that they're having.
The skills that I've been able to learn through the Kelley–Manchester program really helped me think about how I can apply more of a strategic viewpoint. I feel it's really increased my confidence not only in knowing my role in the organization, but knowing how the organization functions outside of my area. Kelley–Manchester was a perfect fit because not only did it allow me to keep working while I was earning the MBA, but it also allowed us to travel and do these workshops abroad to really get a lot of the learning from a global perspective.
I think it's been very eye-opening to see some of the differences culturally and how that affects business relationships, and how that really drives the global economy. I think that's something that's really important to learn, and it's just changed my perspective. I feel like I'm able to really bring a lot of that into what I'm doing right now. The program's just gone by so fast because it's been really enjoyable. I'm excited to see where it goes next, and at times it hasn't been easy, especially when life throws things your way, but I have learned a lot from it.
Continue working while you earn an international business degree and build a global network
You'll benefit from exposure to two different educational systems and then join two powerful alumni networks that span the globe. The two-year Kelley–Manchester Global MBA program combines British and US-style business education in a blended model that enables students to continue working while earning two MBA degrees. You'll be able to apply what you're learning in your classes to your job without missing out on global immersion opportunities.
Online learning
Half of our global MBA courses are delivered online by Kelley School—a world leader in online learning. Kelley's rigorous curriculum is delivered online in a flexible, interactive format that works for busy professionals. You can advance your career while you continue to manage other responsibilities in your life.
You'll learn from the same respected faculty members who teach in the residential programs—award-winning, accessible teachers who will change how you think about business. Kelley also delivers a class from Washington D.C., providing a well-rounded immersive experience.
Blended format
Half of the courses are delivered by Alliance MBS. These courses typically include an intensive three-day workshop delivered by Manchester’s most senior faculty. This is a chance to step away from your day job and immerse yourself in the world of global business. Manchester has set itself apart with its focus on “learning by doing.” You'll learn how to apply theory to live business challenges, think creatively and become thought leaders.
The two approaches combine to provide a truly unique educational experience from two elite business schools.
Gain valuable skills and insights with our global immersion program
Workshop residencies provide a unique opportunity to study alongside dynamic minds from across the globe and to make valuable contacts. When you attend a workshop at one of Alliance MBS’s six global centers, in Dubai, Hong Kong, Manchester, São Paulo, Shanghai, and Singapore, you'll gain fresh perspectives and explore new ways of doing business.
This is a unique opportunity to study alongside dynamic minds from across the globe and make valuable contacts. You will gain fresh perspectives and explore new ways of doing business.
Workshop Schedule*
- 1st Semester: 6 days at the Kelley School of Business in Bloomington, Indiana
- 2nd Semester: 6 days at any Alliance MBS global center
- 3rd Semester: Study entirely online, or complete a 5-day public policy course in Washington D.C.
- 4th Semester: 6 days at any Alliance MBS global center
* COVID-19 UPDATE: The in-residence opportunities in this program are subject to change based on the safety of international and domestic travel, country regulations at the center locations, and university policies at the Kelley School of Business and Alliance Manchester Business School.
For more information regarding IU’s planning and response to COVID-19, please visit coronavirus.iu.edu.
Year One
| Term | Course Title | Taught By | Days on Campus* | In-Residence Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Induction | AMBS | 1 | Kelley |
| 1 | Leading and Managing in a Global Environment I | AMBS | 3 | Kelley |
| 1 | Quantitative Analysis | Kelley | 1 | Kelley |
| 1 | Strategic Marketing Management | Kelley | Online | Online |
| 1 & 2 | Simulation Project | AMBS | 1 | Kelley |
| 2 | Leading and Managing in a Global Environment II | AMBS | 3 | AMBS Centre |
| 2 | AMBS Elective | AMBS | 3 | AMBS Centre |
| 2 | Accounting in Business | AMBS | Online | Online |
| 2 | Operations Management | Kelley | Online | Online |
Year Two
| Term | Course Title | Taught By | Days on Campus* | In-Residence Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Financial Management | Kelley | Online | Online |
| 3 | Strategic Management and Business Planning | Kelley | Online | Online |
| 3 | Kelley Elective | Kelley | Optional 5 days, Online | Kelley |
| 3 | Kelley Elective | Kelley | Online | Online |
| 4 | AMBS Elective | AMBS | 3 | AMBS Centre |
| 4 | AMBS Elective | AMBS | 3 | AMBS Centre |
| 4 | Live Business Project | Both | Online | Online |
*COVID-19 UPDATE: The in-residence opportunities in this program are subject to change based on the safety of international and domestic travel, country regulations at the center locations, and university policies at the Kelley School of Business and Alliance Manchester Business School.
For more information regarding IU’s planning and response to COVID-19, please visit coronavirus.iu.edu.
Elective options include:
- Strategic Project Organizing
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management
- Negotiation Skills
- Information Systems and Digital Strategy
- Investment Portfolio Management
- Venture Capital and Private Equity
Tuition
The tuition fee for the Kelley-Manchester MBA is $65,000 and can be paid in installments. Please contact us at edp@indiana.edu for further information.
Scholarships
There will be a number of scholarships available for exceptional applicants. Scholarships will be to the value of USD 5,000, USD 10,000 or USD 15,000. All applicants will automatically be considered for scholarships when they apply.
Eligibility
- At least three years of professional experience with strong career progression
- Four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Successful completion of one of the following tests: Manchester Admissions Test (one-hour online test), GMAT or GRE
- If English is not your native language you are required to prove your competency. English competency is assessed throughout the admissions process.
For more information on application requirements, go to the Kelley-Manchester How to Apply page.