Full-time MBA student life
We want you to have fun, relax, get fit, experience new cultures and make friends for life. From sports clubs to social events, there are lots of opportunities to immerse yourself in life beyond the classroom. We view extra-curricular activities as an integral part of your experience and we encourage you to get involved in as many as possible.
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hours by train to London
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direct flights from Manchester airport
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national parks within easy reach, plus countryside, historic towns and the coast
MBA extra-curricular activities
You will have an unbeatable experience in Manchester. We strive to nurture a collegiate, friendly and supportive environment. This starts at induction with three days of team building in the beautiful Lake District. Throughout the programme, you can participate in a growing range of student-led MBA activities:
- MBA student council election
- MBA socials, e.g. Welcome Party, Diwali night, Latin night, Asian night, barbeques, 'Thirsty Thursdays'
- AMBS postgraduate business clubs, e.g. Energy, Women in Business, Technology, Finance, Consulting
- International Football Challenge in Manchester (includes matches against top B-Schools, Old Trafford tour and party!)
- MBA ball
- MBA sports tournament in Paris
- MBA Partners & Families Club
- 'Manchester Matters' - student-led speaker series in the style of 'Ted Talks'
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The University of Manchester
As a Manchester MBA, you will be part of The University of Manchester, the UK's largest single-site university. This gives you access to an impressive range of clubs, societies and services, including:
- Over 80 sport and fitness activities, from athletics to Zumba
- More than 300 societies offering everything from knitting to scuba diving
- Wellbeing services to boost your mood and help you stay calm and focused, e.g. annual Wellbeing Week, the Counselling Service and drop-in relaxation sessions
- The UK's largest Students' Union, a hub for student life on-campus
- Student volunteering opportunities to immerse you in the local community
- The International Society where you can meet students from all over the world studying at the UoM, Manchester Metropolitan University and Salford University. You can also join trips all over the UK.
The City of Manchester
Manchester is a cosmopolitan, compact city and our campus is just a short walk from the city centre. It boasts a famous music scene, vibrant nightlife and a packed calendar of festivals and cultural events. The city is also home to excellent sports facilities, two world-class football teams, Lancashire County Cricket Club and the Great Britain cycling team.
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At the end of induction we host a welcome party for the new class
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Our MBAs head to the Lake District National Park during induction for adrenaline-filled team building activities
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Old Trafford football stadium, home of the world-famous Manchester United, is a short bus ride from campus
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Manchester is friendly, diverse and easy to get around. It was voted the UK's most liveable city by the Global Liveability Survey (2016).
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Our MBA student council organises an annual International Football Challenge in Manchester - a chance to compete against MBAs from top B-Schools
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Get a taste of other cultures at MBA socials, including Latin Night, Asian Night, Diwali Night and European Night
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From salsa to swimming, the MBAT sports tournament in Paris is a highlight and a chance to meet MBAs from all over the world
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Celebrate your MBA journey with staff and students from both cohorts at the MBA ball
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Every year thousands of visitors come to Manchester to experience the award-winning Christmas markets
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Manchester is home to two world-class football teams and the UK's National Football Museum, which is also a Not-for-Profit consultancy client
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Beautiful countryside, including three national parks, is easily accessible by train from Manchester
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Manchester is a vibrant city with a rich musical heritage, vibrant culture scene and lively student population