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International manager balances work and MBA
Katie Ilincariu is Europe and South America sales manager for Fosse Liquitrol – which provides spill control systems to industries such as aerospace and engineering. She decided to embark on a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Portsmouth Business School to further develop her knowledge and understanding of business and established business practices
“I chose to study at Portsmouth because I knew the Portsmouth Business School course was renowned in the MBA marketplace,“ she said. “I have also lived in this area for several years and think Portsmouth is a fantastic city; it has a great history, attractions, amenities and a fast-growing culture of prosperity and development. It also has great places to relax, have fun and socialise in.
“I am enjoying the autonomy and pace of the course, which allows me to carry out a full-time international sales professional role at the same time as studying. The balance between learning and my career is exactly what I need.
“I love the Portsmouth Business School – the facilities, the tutors, the ambiance and environment. The opportunity to visit the
university when I need to use the resources and facilities and also meet with fellow students and tutors is invaluable in assisting with my studies and achievement of the MBA, which I’m already putting into practice as my career progresses.“
Portsmouth Business School offers three options to study for an MBA. The part-time Executive MBA which is taught in two to three day blocks over two years to suit the needs of busy working professional; the Master of Business Administration (full time) is offered over one year; and the Master of Business Administration (with Business Placement) is a two-year programme specially designed for students who wish to combine study and work.
All courses are taught by specialists in their field, including experts in leadership, strategic
Senior sales specialist Katie Ilincariu
management, marketing and finance, to ensure the MBA builds a strong foundation of knowledge and skills invaluable to businesses of all sizes.
More details about the course, scholarships and programme details can be found at on the website.
Details: University of Portsmouth
www.port.ac.uk/mba
Show you mean business. Go back to school.
Portsmouth Business School’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) will provide you with the opportunity to develop your strategic problem-solving skills whilst mastering the latest business knowledge and practice:
• Develop your management abilities • Benefit through innovative work-based learning • Generous scholarships • Taught part-time in two-day blocks over two years • Accredited by the Association of MBAs
To find out more about our wide range of degrees, come along to one of our regular open evenings – details of which can be found at
www.showyoumeanbusiness.com.
‘Since graduating, I’ve applied much of what I have learnt through new challenging roles in the UK and internationally.’
Marc Gray Performance Excellence Manager, BAE Systems
www.port.ac.uk THE BUSINESS MAGAZINE – SOLENT & SOUTH CENTRAL – OCTOBER 2014
For more information or to apply:
T: +44 (0)23 9284 4888 E:
mba.admissions@
port.ac.uk
W:
www.port.ac.uk/mba
www.businessmag.co.uk
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