What to look for in an MBA – OCB’S 12month MBA leads the pack
Whatever your career goals, obtaining the right MBA could be the boost that you are looking for to reach them. Here are what some of Sri Lanka’s top business professionals feel that you need to consider when choosing an MBA program and what they would recommend to senior managers holding high pressure jobs.
“At some stage in our career we all want to further our professional qualifications. It may be refreshing our knowledge of what we already know or embarking on a subject of study we’ve always had a passion in. While any further study is going to add to our professional skills and experiences, many of us want to ensure the qualification we ultimately choose to invest time and money into will benefit our career. That’s why, before you start researching business schools, you need to research on the type of qualification that will suit your desired needs.” “If you are looking for a program of study that will develop your area of expertise, or that will equip you with a distinctive specialization. If so, you may be better suited to pursue a specialist master’s degree. However, if it’s a helicopter view of management and business practices that you’re after which will help boost your career goals – The 12month MBA at Oxford College of Business (OCB) is the best choice. The MBA is designed by academics of the Australian Institute of Business (AIB) to fit into a busy executive’s schedule and is delivered one module per month over 12 months. This the best MBA for people working in senior management positions, as what is learnt in class can be implemented next day at work.” Consultant Asia Development Bank
” If you are looking at promotions and career progression the 12month MBA at OCB will get you there without a doubt! Each MBA participant has his/ her own specific aims and aspirations he/ she wants to achieve in order to project themselves into the future.
At the end of the MBA program, ask yourself what you will want to have achieved by then. Perhaps it’s being more knowledgeable about behavioral finance or viral marketing? If you have specific expertise needs in certain subject areas, look at the respective faculty members of the schools you are considering.
To me OCB has the best lecture panel for an MBA program as each of the 12 modules are delivered by some of the most prominent business leaders in Sri Lanka today. “
“In addition the high reputation OCB’S 12 month MBA program holds in the business world, the location of the school, the existence of a diverse student profile from all industry backgrounds and its exchange collaborations with other academic partners has made Oxford College of Business the automatic choice when it comes to selecting a Masters qualification.”
“Last but not least, state of the art teaching facilities and classes concentrated on weekends, gives the busy executive all the flexibility and a perfect MBA experience.
The 12 Month MBA at OCB fits the needs of the busy executive as it helps you obtain one of the Best MBA programs available in the country today in just one year.” Samtiha Perera MBA ( University of Lincolnshire & Humberside)
”There are of number of criteria which candidates searching for an MBA program will need to consider. The content of many MBA programs will not differ significantly. The core management topics of finance, human resource management, operations, strategy etc. will be covered in every accredited program so candidates need to establish what added value programs offer. How does the program integrate personal development into the curriculum? Will their personal competency in areas such as decision making, managing others, or negotiation be enhanced by the program selected? All programs will offer management theories but how many will include a real consultancy opportunity on the course? And how is theory and practice combined? This is where the 12 month MBA at OCB scores heavily as it is the one of the most practical MBA available in the market today.” “The sacrifice of time and money for executive candidates means the learning experience is paramount. Candidates need to take the opportunity to talk to current and former students and explore how the program matched their expectations and experience. They should also note the diversity of the group attending the program; MBA students learn from the experiences of their cohort as well as the academics. A good program will have a mix of students from private and public environments representing a range of industrial sectors. If everyone sitting in the room has the same experiences as you there is perhaps little to learn from them. In my opinion the 12 Month MBA at OCB has a brilliant mix of top corporate executives which gives the right MBA experience to all students joining the program provided you are lucky to be selected !. It could also be stated that the 12 month MBA at OCB provides significant added value in terms of growth in personal skills, confidence, efficiency and a strong network you grow close to over the time of the course. “ CEO Sales & Maliban Biscuits
“Taking an MBA is a lifechanging experience . Choosing which school to help you develop your professional potential is therefore not an easy one and will depend heavily on your background, past achievements, current strengths and development opportunities, personal ambitions and also practical considerations.
“The 12 Month MBA offered by OCB in affiliation with the Australian Institute of Business is one of the most practical MBA’S around. The reputation of the campus, content of the courses, the schedules and location are ideal for the busy corporate executive. It is also very important to get a solid view on the people you will be meeting and working together such as peers, faculty, alumni etc. At OCB you make very strong business connections as all students have a minimum of 5 years of managerial work experience.”
“Another important factor is the general atmosphere in the school and the strong the connections between the OCB, the business community and their alumni. This is a clear advantage which OCB’S 12 month MBA has over other post graduate management courses in the country” Asoka Bandara MBA (University of Colombo) Group Managing Director Delmege Group
“As a prospective MBA student, you should be seeking out a program that offers a classroom and syndicate environment with other “battlehardened” classmates, rather than people who haven’t yet experienced management roles. You want to be alongside people from multiple sectors and professions who can really challenge your views of business and who can introduce new ideas and approaches. There also needs to be a good mix of theory and practice that draws meaningfully on your management experience. The 12 month MBA at OCB covers all these aspects and is the ideal MBA program for senior managers holding high pressure jobs” Mewan Dissanayake FCA (ICASL) Financial Controller AVIVA NDB Insurance PLC
The 12Month MBA at OCB is aimed at helping students differentiate themselves, their career, and their business. Students are taken that extra mile to give the edge which will help in delivering an outstanding performance. Oxford College of Business is committed to delivering a fair competitive advantage for their students which is the reason why the OCB- AIB MBA is the most sought after MBA program in Sri Lanka today. For more information contact the Malindu Ranasinghe - 0714151547 or visit www.12monthmba.com.au