Record numbers sign up for business
More people than ever are signing up for business courses in
York. York St John University Business School is reporting a
record intake of students this year, which – according to Business
School Dean, Jackie Mathers – proves Yorkshire means business when
it comes to emerging ready for success from the downturn.
She said: “At postgraduate level we’re
experiencing record intake numbers for our Masters in Leadership
& Management and an excellent uptake of our Masters in Leading,
Innovation & Change.
“I believe the record enrolments are testament
to the spirit of the region’s business leaders, who see the
importance of equipping themselves with the right skills to
position their businesses for the upturn when it comes.”
Of the 828 students registered in the Business
School this year, more than a quarter are overseas students –
making a positive contribution towards the international life of
the University.
The University has also awarded three
international scholarships to Business School students this
year. Khawla Mohammed Badwan joins the Business School after
completing her degree and Teaching Diploma at the Islamic
University of Gaza. Eannes G Ongus, a graduate from United States
International University (USIU) in Nairobi, starts the Masters in
Leadership and Management; and undergraduate student Valentine
Nkoyo, who is currently studying at Kabarak University in Kenya,
will enter year two of the Business Management degree. The
three students are also working with the University Development
Office to help raise funds for future scholars.
Jackie Mathers said: “We’re incredibly proud
of the international links we’ve developed through the Business
School, and our ability to support overseas students alongside the
region’s business leaders. Feedback suggests that bringing
different cultures together in this way enhances the learning
experience for everyone involved.
“Our Masters in Leading, Innovation and Change
is proving particularly popular this year because it gives people
access to the latest thinking and ideas alongside opportunities to
network with other leaders and senior managers; the support to
develop their own leadership skills; and mentoring within a
confidential and productive environment.
“Above all, it brings expertise from business
leaders, public sector policy makers, academic leaders and
practitioners together with international insights that equip
people with knowledge and practical skills that can be readily
applied to make a difference in their business.”
For further information please
contact Karen Nixon on T: 01904 610077 or
Amy Hall, PR & Communications Officer on T: 01904
876466 or E: a.hall@yorksj.ac.uk