The world is awash with MBAs, and it’s easy to see why. Professionals armed with a reputable MBA stand a much better chance of rising to senior management positions than someone without one. Research from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) in 2010 also shows that the earnings of MBA graduates shot up by an average of 33% immediately after completing their study, and rose by 151% within 10 years of graduation.

The importance of national (e.g. The Times) and international (e.g. QS, FT, The Economist) league table rankings shouldn’t be overlooked and give a general indication of the quality of education available at each institution. Accreditation from bodies such as AMBA, EQUIS or AACSB signal the business school and qualification you choose has met rigorous levels of quality that’s consistent around the world: from the experience of candidates on the programme, to the quality and type of teaching, the profile of faculty, and the level of support offered.

Beyond Rankings – How to make a Difference

But it’s clear that rankings and accreditations aren’t everything however. The reality is that beyond the curb appeal generated from where you studied your MBA, once you get to a senior management position you want to be able to really make a difference, transform your company for the better, and be prepared for anything.

But the business world is changing. Tomorrow’s managers will need to be adaptable, able to manage scarcity and complexity to maximise competitive advantage, and know how to implement innovation to drive businesses forward. They will be dynamic, creative problem solvers who can find smarter ways of turning complex challenges into opportunities for competitive advantage. These sorts of managers are already highly sought after and will increasingly be in demand in the future.

MBA content that prepares you for tomorrow’s challenges

Most MBAs offer a strong foundation in the essentials of corporate management. Often very similar, they cover standard corporate management theory designed to address the issues of today. The Loughborough MBA is different. Grounded in practical application, it covers everything you would expect but is embedded with an approach to management decision that addresses the issues of tomorrow: managing scarcity, sustainability and alternate forms of ownership and governance provided through social enterprises and mutuals.

We are launching a new Full-Time MBA (one year) and an International Sports Management MBA (two years, EMBA) from October 2012, to complement our existing Part-Time MBA (two to three years).

Choose an MBA that’s future proof. Choose one from an EQUIS-accredited, top-10 UK business school that’s respected by employers, will transform your business and accelerate your career. Choose the Loughborough MBA – tomorrow’s way of doing business.