MBA Global Experience Week
How business can address inequality

 

Sunday 29 June - Saturday 6 July

 

Who should take this module?

This module will focus on the sustainability, social, and investment factors that contribute to inequality in East Africa and particularly in Kenya. It is suitable for students who are interested in learning about the potential of the African market, and those with a sustainability background.

  • FTMBA 2024 (programme requirement)
  • WMBA 2024 (programme requirement)
  • EMBA 2024 (as an elective in Summer 2025)
  • GMBA 2024J & GMBA 2023S (as an elective in Summer 2025 - 24 or 32 month track)
  • GMBA 2023J & GMBA2022S (as an elective in Summer 2025 - 32 month track only)
 
 
 
 
 

Key dates

Registration Form

  • FTMBA / WMBA - Use the above form to register for the module on IBConnect.
  • GMBA/EMBA - Use this form to PAY for the module.
  • Deadline 10 February 2025

Registration Form Link

Personal Details Form (to be launched)

This form will be launched in November 2024 for students who are signed up to the module.

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Travel Clearance (to be launched)

Travel Clearance is required for this module, please complete the form. Clearance is given when you receive the email reply from the Occupational Health team (can take up to 14 days).

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Module Pricing

Full terms & conditions can be found here

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Module Tuition

FTMBA & WMBA as part of programme fees

GMBA & EMBA tuition fees - usually £2000 for twin occupancy

Airfare

FTMBA & WMBA Economy Class flights capped to £800 included in programme fees

GMBA & EMBA Flights

Accommodation

Twin-occupancy room for duration of the module.

Single room supplement, or additional nights at the hotel

Visa & Vaccine costs

Included and reimbursed as expenses

Additional health requirements (e.g. malaria tablets, bug spray, sunscreen etc)
Meals Breakfast included with the hotel, some meals Lunches, most dinners.
Travel In-country transportation provided Travel to and from the airport.
Company Visits Curating and sourcing company visits in line with the theme.
Health & Safety Travel insurance for the dates of the module; Risk management and Security Additional travel insurance for extended stay in country

Module Pricing for GMBA/EMBA students

Carbon Offsetting Fee

£TBC For European travel to the module

  • Optional incentive

  • Contributions support Malawian farmers

Carbon Offset Your Travel Here

Module Fee

GMBA & EMBA

£1950Includes non-refundable 2.5% transaction fee

Mandatory

  • Twin Room Accommodation

Pay the Module Fee Here

Single Room Hotel Fee

£0  Included in the existing rate

  • Check In Sunday 29 June 3PM

  • Check Out Saturday 5 July 11AM

Inclusivity Fund

The Imperial College Business School Inclusivity Fund exists to remove barriers. Through this fund we aim to promote the participation of our whole Business School Community in all the activities we offer.

Please note that applications are reviewed periodically and are assessed confidentially by the Inclusivity Fund Committee on the specific dates below. Please note that applications will only be reviewed on these dates and applications need to be submitted by 09:00(BST) on the review date.

  • Tuesday 22 October 2024
  • Tuesday 3 December 2024
  • Tuesday 14 January 2025
  • Tuesday 25 February 2025
  • Tuesday 8 April 2025

    APPLICATION FORM

    Volunteer Opportunities

    Student Company Visit Host

    As a student host, you will be the Master of Ceremonies (MC) for the company visit. Some of your duties will involve arriving promptly at the venue to greet any local speakers and thank them for hosting us. You will introduce the speaker, kick off the Q&A session with some of your own pre-prepared questions and facilitate the Q&A with the wider group. To find out more, view the Student Company Visit Host Brief

    Student Blogging & Social Media

    Whether you are already a student ambassador or a gifted photographer, get in touch to act as the official GEW champion on social media. Content will be featured in LinkedIn, Instagram stories (as part of the student takeover), Instagram grid, and on the School website.

     
     
     
     
     

    In Collaboration with Omnia Discovery

    Omnia Discovery delivers bespoke experience based learning programs for international business schools and executives. They are founded by Bayes Business School MBA alumni.

    https://www.omniadiscovery.com/

    Module Outline

    Our mission is (define your mission under group settings)

    Learning Outcomes

    By the end of the module, you will be able to:

    • Describe the social, political, and cultural dynamics of doing business in the host countryAnalyse and evaluate the opportunities and challenges that influence doing business in the host country
    • Analyse and evaluate the opportunities and challenges that influence doing business in the host country
    • Assess issues related to sustainability, climate change, and/or social impact in the host country
    • Understand key innovations that are characteristic for the host country context

    Module Content

    The objectives of the module are to:

    • Gain real life exposure to an organisation that is based abroad
    • Learn about the macro environment and cultural context in which global organisations operate
    • Apply concepts, tools, and frameworks from the MBA programmes to solve real-world problems
    • Put into practice teamwork and consulting skills to address these problems

    Learning and Teaching Approach

    Sessions will normally be based on a combination of lectures, class discussion, group presentations, guest talks and case study analysis. This approach encourages the achievement of the various module learning outcomes by ensuring the acquisition of knowledge and facts, as well as the development of critical appreciation of the learnt theory and concepts and how these can be applied to real-world contexts.

     
     
     
     
     

    Module Staff

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    Travis Mager

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