MBA Executive (Human Capital)

Executive MBA (Human Capital)

in partnership with Grant Thornton

Cranfield Masterships Master’s level apprenticeships ®

The Cranfield and Grant Thornton partnership Cranfield University and Grant Thornton are delighted to jointly offer this high impact MBA programme. Working closely with APSCo we have listened to the market and, based on our insight on what makes truly great leaders, we have developed a curriculum that responds to the needs of modern, dynamic organisations. Naturally, the programme is challenging and will stretch even the brightest minds, encouraging future leaders to explore new areas and push themselves beyond their comfort zones. This unique partnership combines the best of academic insight and commercial application. We will use this to help your staff become the leaders of the future. We will equip them with the know-how and confidence to stand out from the crowd, enhance their ability to lead innovation, and encourage them to deliver social impact and transformational results.

We very much look forward to working with you on this exciting journey.

Professor Sir Peter Gregson, Chief Executive and Vice-Chancellor

Dave Dunckley, CEO of Grant Thornton UK LLP

2,800 learner managers each year

The University works with over 1,500

businesses and governments based in over 40 countries

A professional network of 60,000 + alumni

19 nationalities represented (Exec MBA 2018 cohort)

The Cranfield Executive MBA (Human Capital) meets the requirements of the UK Level 7 Senior Leader Master’s Degree Apprenticeship Standard

Reasons to choose our Executive MBA (Human Capital)

Grow their network Our students study with a cohort of experienced professionals drawn from a range of industries and countries, building their network and giving them insights into best practice internationally. Real-world learning Cranfield, Grant Thornton and APSCo are actively engaged in international research and consultancy, from advising multi-sector clients through to international governments. They bring this real-world experience back to the lecture theatres, ensuring students benefit from the very latest management thinking and trends in human capital. Industry-focused project During the course students have the opportunity to undertake a company-focused project in the area of HR and staffing, as part of their course; enabling you to build MBA level learning into your organisation.

Applied learning The Cranfield Executive MBA (Human Capital) enables your employees to develop their knowledge, skills and abilities while applying what they learn immediately in the workplace. Enhance their knowledge and skills Our students develop a sophisticated understanding of core aspects of business management and Human Resources Management (HRM), as well as enhanced leadership skills. Closeness to industry The collaboration of Cranfield, Grant Thornton and APSCo on the design and delivery of this programme ensures your employees will be exposed to industry-leading education, incorporating teaching from current practitioners, business simulations and one-to-one leadership coaching.

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This Executive MBA meets the requirement of the Level 7 Senior Leader Master’s Degree Apprenticeship Standard. This programme will dovetail with the on-the-job learning requirements of an apprenticeship, adding to the skills and knowledge of your employees to evidence their growth and development over the course of their apprenticeship.

“Today’s leaders in the areas of human resource management, staffing and talent, not only need subject expertise but also broader leadership and business skills as well as the ability to draw on data and technology to support a people strategy. Too often we see excellent people professionals fail to make the step up to senior management or

board level because they lack the broader understanding of their organisations or the analytical skills, that would allow them to contribute to the development and implementation of organisational strategy.”

Emma Parry, Professor of Human Resource Management Cranfield University

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Benefits to your organisation

The Executive MBA (Human Capital) will develop your employees’ leadership and business skills, with a specific focus on applying these skills into human resource management, staffing and talent strategies. They will cover core modules including operations, marketing, strategic management, data analytics, leadership and finance before specialising in a number of specific modules in the areas of human capital. At the end of the course, they will obtain a Cranfield Executive MBA (Human Capital). This will provide them with the skills and toolkit to lead your organisation to the next level through: • a deep understanding of the core elements of managing and leading a complex organisation allowing them to see the business as a whole and to become a more effective member of the senior team. • the ability to define and set strategic direction, particularly in relation to people, and to embed operational plans. • the ability to develop data-driven people strategies and to make use of technological advancements in managing people. • the ability to drive enhanced performance of self and others, to deliver sustainable, measurable impact and value to your organisation. • the ability to apply key business understanding to the recruitment industry or to people strategy in your organisation.

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Enhance your workforce skills

Executive coaching ensures application of learning within learners' organisation

Group Projects that advance your organisation’s strategic agenda

Elective modules that provide a clear focus on human capital and the recruitment sector

Application of all learning to your organisation’s context

“The fact that there will, at last, be a high-level business qualification for those working in recruitment is a real game-changer and we’re incredibly proud to be part of it. This programme embraces the whole human capital workforce ecosystem. Whether you are working in a recruitment firm – or within a corporate internal

resourcing or HR department, this is for you. Any profession working together to get the right people into the right roles deserves a robust and internationally recognised business qualification. The Executive MBA (Human Capital) is that qualification!”

Ann Swain , Global CEO, Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo)

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Course details and structure

This Executive MBA has been designed for middle to senior managers wanting to move into a more senior leadership role and for those on a fast-track career path within their organisation. This programme will accelerate the candidate’s performance in their current role via this skills development programme. The course is delivered in three day blocks once per month (Thursday – Saturday) over the two year period and students will be expected to complete approximately 10-15 hours of self-study each week. This will include a mix of blended learning, group work, coaching and self-study and a work based project agreed by the employer. They will require support from their manager or a mentor as part of the programme.

Year 1 Compulsory modules 160 credits

Year 2 Compulsory and elective modules 80 credits

Leadership and career development activities including optional company-based project or international business assignment

Registration (January/April/September)

Completion (Two years)

240 credits 2400 hours 1 credit = 10 learning hours

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Part- time

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Key facts

Programme themes

Start Date

Cohort profile 2017- 2018

Human Capital

Age range 23 - 55 Age average 36

Average Class Size 100 Average cohort size

Nationalities 19

31 %

Data-driven people strategies

female

69 % male

Talent acquisition, development and retention

HR Technology

This information is the September 2018 registration data of the Executive MBA programme.

Leading a recruitment or staffing business

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Duration

Fees and funding The cost of the programme is £27,000 which is inclusive of all tuition fees and the end point assessment. Eligible organisations will be able to use £18,000 of their Apprenticeship Levy towards the overall cost, with the remaining £9,000 payable by the company to Cranfield over two years. Bursary opportunities are available, including bursaries to APSCo members, please visit www.cranfield.ac.uk/ som/embahcfunding to find out more. Entry requirements Our usual requirements are a minimum of five years’ post-qualification work experience combined with a good degree and/or professional qualifications. We also welcome applications from candidates who do not have a degree provided that they can demonstrate high levels of achievement, exceptional career progression or evidence of leadership potential.

Average Class Age Start dates

Competitive Advantage

First intake September 2019 then January, April and September each year

2 years part-time

Strategic change management

Business Development

Commerciality

Location The course will be delivered at both Cranfield School of Management in Bedford and Grant Thornton in London. Delivery Three day blocks (Thursday to Saturday) once a month

Interpersonal Excellence

Emotional intelligence

Leadership

High performance teams

Influencing the top team

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Cranfield School of Management Cranfield University is a world-leading, purely postgraduate university and home to one of the most internationally recognised and long-established business schools in Europe. We have a global reputation for developing high-performing leaders in technology and management. We unlock the potential of people and organisations by partnering with business and governments to deliver transformational research, postgraduate education and professional development. The course will be delivered at the Cranfield campus with some off-site learning in London. Accreditation Cranfield School of Management is one of an elite group of business schools worldwide to hold triple accreditation. We are also members of GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council) and the EMBA Consortium for Global Business Innovation.

Grant Thornton Grant Thornton in the UK is part of a global organisation and is a leading business adviser to more than 40,000 clients. It sits at the heart of the growth agenda with a bold purpose to shape a vibrant economy by building trust and integrity in markets, unlocking growth in dynamic organisations, and creating environments where businesses and people thrive. Grant Thornton is committed to developing the skills and knowledge of managers critical for future productivity, growth and sustainable, long term prosperity.

Designed in partnership with

The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) was formed to give all firms involved in the recruitment of professional talent that have a commitment to excellence, the specialist support and distinctive voice they need to be successful. Membership of APSCo may entitle organisations to a discount on this course.

For more information please see www.apsco.org

Contact us

Grant Thornton 30 Finsbury Square

Cranfield School of Management Cranfield MK43 0AL, UK T: +44 (0)1234 758081 E: studymba@cranfield.ac.uk www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/exmbahc

@cranfieldmngmt cranfieldsom cranfieldmanagement Cranfield School of Management

London, EC2P 2YU, UK T: +44 (0)20 7728 2387 E: apprenticeships@uk.gt.com www.grantthornton.co.uk

Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this leaflet is correct at the time it is printed. Please check www.cranfield.ac.uk/mba for the latest details. Terms and conditions can be found at www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/embahcfunding April 2019