Salford Business School - Salford

LoneStarObserver

Several years ago, I completed my MBA at this business school before moving abroad and securing a successful career. As the CEO of a thriving company today, I often reflect on my educational experiences, and I feel it is important to share insights, particularly for international students considering their options.

First and foremost, I urge you to reconsider studying in Salford. The city is not particularly welcoming to international students, and the university lacks the kind of international recognition that is often critical in a global job market. During my time there, I found many staff members unresponsive and dismissive, particularly toward international students.

One particular incident remains etched in my memory. On the very first day of the MBA program, I sat next to a bank director from another country, also enrolled in the program. His phone accidentally went off during the lecture, and the professor – a senior faculty member – shockingly demanded that this middle-aged director perform push-ups in front of the class. Despite the professor’s repeated insistence, the director rightly refused. I still remember a student recording the incident on their phone. To this day, I find it baffling that an institution teaching management and leadership would resort to such inappropriate behavior toward a seasoned professional. Is this truly how Salford University fosters leadership and professionalism?

To be candid, my current role has no connection to the degree I obtained at this university. In fact, when applying for jobs, I didn’t even include this qualification on my CV. My professional success has been built on real-world experience, and I now earn significantly more than what I expect even the highest-paid employees at the university receive.

My advice to prospective students is to take your time, research thoroughly, and understand that higher education institutions are also businesses. As an international student, you will pay significantly more in tuition fees, so it’s essential to ensure that the investment is worth it.

Although I achieved top academic distinctions, if I could do it again, I would focus on gaining practical, real-world experience instead of pursuing this degree. The most valuable aspect of my time at the university was meeting other international students like you. Beyond that, I found little value in the academic environment, where many faculty members seemed disconnected from the realities of the professional world and content to stay within the safety of their campus offices.

Adeleke Kazeem

I studied information systems management at Salford Business School and I must say that I had very good experience. It can be challenging if you do not reach out when you "hit a brick wall". The tutors are amazing as they go all out and make time to see you and discuss any challenges you might be having with school and yourself once you reach out to them.

The coursework are quite engaging and interesting with opportunities to collaborate with fellow students to brainstorm on group work and ideas.

The 24hrs library accessibility is a big plus for when you need to get on with assignments and projects and there is a great bunch of resource available online if you can't get to the library.

I do recommend the Salford Business School to anyone looking to study business courses in the UK and am sure you will be glad you did.

Florin Finaru

As a final year Business Information Technology student at Salford Business School, I can say this is a great place to prepare yourself for the world out there. The staff is always friendly and will give you advice when needed. But most importantly, the projects students are involved throughout the years, form the base of an initial experience that helps them get into the employment or entrepreneurial world.
Constant development is seen on campus which shows the university is working towards a great experience for future students.

Mark Mayne

I spent three years with Salford Business School, where i studied Business Information Systems and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I not only learnt a great deal but also got to work closely with some very inspiring people including lecturer Aleksej Heinze.

I would certainly recommend studying their and the facilities at the new campus in Media City are well worth a look. I think one of the biggest plus points for me was the innovative approach where it was not just about learning in class rooms. The hands on projects without side businesses was invaluable. I have also been lucky enough to go back and work with some of the staff members on new projects.

Carl Potts

I studied at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels at Salford Business School and I’d like to say how much I enjoyed the Experience. The Course I entered was challenging but extremely rewarding with an emphasis on practical real-world skills I find increasingly useful as I enter the world of self-employment. Salford Business School gave me the confidence and skills to attempt new challenges and I have no hesitation in recommending it to others

P for Pandetta

Salford Business School has proven to be the first step of success in my professional knowledge. During my MSc. Marketing course at Salford Business School, I not only learned theoretical knowledge but also gained a hands on experience of practical field. The best thing about this course is that it is not the traditional Marketing course, in fact it is an advanced contemporary course adapted according to the needs of the professional world. After doing this course, I realized that every step of the course took me towards a specific skill which is demanded highly in the market hence my value was increased as compared to students of other Business School. The faculty is very helpful and well experienced. The practical projects done during the course were realistic which gave us complete insight of how corporations work. I would suggest everyone thinking of doing a Marketing Course to opt for Salford Business School.

Rob Henry

I began my business course at Liverpool John Moores University, but didn't feel like it met my requirements. After researching into Salford Business School, I realised that this was the university for me. Here I developed the tools needed to become part of the business world.
I have now been a graduate of Salford Business School for 2 years and have started up 2 successful companies. I would definitely recommend Salford Business School to anyone that would like to begin a successful career in business.

Joshua O'Cock

I took a Search and Social Media Marketing Strategy course at Salford Business School last week and I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone interested in growing their online presence. The balance between learning new practical tools and tricks and setting a big picture strategy was brilliant, just what I needed. Since the course I have implemented many of the things I leant on the day and genuinely can see the results already.

Strongly recommended.