A Tailor-made MBA for CIMA/ACCA Passed finalists from University of West London (UWL)

ANC School of Postgraduate Education commands a leading edge in the domain of postgraduate education in Sri Lanka today. Its longstanding partnership with the University of West London (UWL) has enabled thousands of business professionals and young graduates to earn world class post graduate qualifications in the shortest span of time, without travelling overseas for quality education. The UWL together with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and ACCA offers its tailor- made MBA for CIMA/ ACCA passed finalists, and this accelerated programme delivered at ANC could be completed within one year on a part time basis. Students are granted exemptions of 50%.

CIMA MBA-Course Content

Managing People

Global Marketing and Digital Business Business Ethics in Action Research Method Dissertation

A fast track route to success

The MBA Programme is a tailor made route that enables students to convert their CIMA/ ACCA qualification to a UK master’s degree in Business- a fast track to enhanced career opportunities: based on the average pay for jobs requiring finance qualifications around the world, it has been observed that a recognized MBA is by far the most lucrative. CIMA/ ACCA equips you with the adequate knowledge of Finance and Accounting and skills to land in a rewarding job in finance and the MBA will allow you to progress in your career further to a top managerial job role. In this light, your CIMA/ ACCA qualifications complemented by the MBA will help you become the leader you were meant to be.

Muhtar Kent, the Chairman, and former CEO of the Coca-cola Company, discusses the importance of transforming one’s professional qualifications into an MBA: “My MBA experience taught me to really refine both the analytical side of my thinking and the creative and emotional side – something that has paid off in droves as I have progressed through my career… It teaches you to have a holistic view of the mechanics, strategies and psychology of business. That was invaluable to me.”

University of West London: “The Career University”

Globalization and technological advances have not only posed challenges but also provided growing opportunities for job creation. This has forced institutes of higher learning to focus on skill development to suit the requirements of the industry or global market. UWL is one of the top ten institutes in the UK for employability ( Higher Education Statistics Agency- HESA): “we are the Career University and we work exceptionally hard to support our students and get them into rewarding and fulfilling employment… We offer career focused teaching developed for today’s job market, impressive links with industry, and outstanding support…,” says Professor Peter John, Vice Chancellor-UWL No 56 in the Times Good University Guide, 2018

No 58 in the Guardian University Guide 2018 ( UWL has climbed 38 places to No. 58-the biggest rise of any UK university) The best university in London for student satisfaction according to National Student Survey (NSS) 2017

The top modern university in London for employment, according to the Higher Education Statistics Agency ( HESA)- July 2017

The winner of TEF Silver ( Teaching Excellence Framework Silver awarded to institutions that deliver high-quality teaching learning and outcomes for their students, and consistently exceed “rigorous national quality requirements” in the UK 150 years of excellence in teaching and professional education

UGC recognized international university

Studying at ANC

Excellent services of a team of lecturers who possess a fine blend of the right industry expertise together with a solid academic background

Up to 20% of teaching covered by Visiting Faculty of UWL

Students get the first hand information on applying the theoretical knowledge in the real world business

Networking opportunities with corporate and industry leaders

Courses are taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, small group sessions, practical experience, and workshops.

Students are given every opportunity to produce the best research dissertations in line with the UK Quality Code for Higher Education

Access to the UWL’s online library and make use of Blackboard’s virtual classroom In sum, the advantage of transferring your CIMA qualification into an MBA is that

They give you a great grounding in business and finance. The skills gained from the MBA is complementary to CIMA qualifications, and the combination will strengthen your CV, to give you a competitive edge in the job market.

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