What is the difference between Specialist Masters and MBA courses?
In the UK, people generally tend to take a specialist masters to gain in-depth knowledge in a particular area and then choose to complete an MBA later in their working life to broaden their understanding of business. On specialist masters courses the student body tends to be younger and slightly less experienced. A specialist masters is an in-depth course focusing on a particular function, which can help to make you an expert, or develop your expertise further in this area. It is suitable for those willing to develop knowledge within a particular industry or function. An MBA is a general management course which will give you a broader overview of how organisations work and it will help you to change direction or even start your own business. An MBA is more effective for those wanting to move into a senior management role.
