Location: Beijing

Halima Sheikh

Business and Marketing, 2006

‘The University has a very good reputation and a great variety of subjects I could choose from. It has a nice student community and an amazing mixture of cultures along with a variety of ages. I loved the fact groups were very small hence every student could express their point of view. The course was so flexible I was able to shape my degree to suit me. The teaching staff were excellent, approachable and clearly very passionate. The good-natured relationship between the staff and the students at MMU us what made my time so enjoyable and worthwhile.’

Contact her by email at halima.sheikh@gmail.com.

Location: Shanghai

Alan Clarke

BA Social History, 2011

‘I came to Manchester, the World’s first industrial City, to study Social History. The teaching staff at the University included some of the best academics in their field. I also spent one year on exchange at Alicante University, Spain.

Manchester Metropolitan University boasts an impressive multi-media language centre, one of the best in the UK. Additionally I was supported by the study skills team who encouraged me to complete the certificate in personal development, whilst the seminars held by the Careers Service improved my employability skills and led me to receive a number of employment offers after graduating.’

Contact him by email at alan.j.clarke@hotmail.com.

Location: Denmark/Germany

Lucy Gabrielsen

BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management 2007

‘My experience at Manchester Metropolitan University started with a PDC in Business Studies in 2004. The flexibility of the courses and the quality of teaching staff motivated me to go onto the full BA programme which I completed in 2007. I chose to work full-time during both study periods and found the University’s system accommodating to my needs. The lecturers consisted of a mix of academics and highly experienced professionals, who could complement the theory with practical examples. The library is a rich and user-friendly source of information and the administration office was always efficient and willing to help.’

Contact her by email at lucygabrielsen@gmail.com.

Abdul H Sayyed, MBA 2006

MMU Alumni Ambassador

Abdul has volunteered to be alumni ambassador in Dubai as the main point of contact for alumni and to assist MMU staff visiting on official business. Contact him through the MMU Alumni Office.

Location: Hanover, Germany

Hans-Juergen Lips

MSc Clothing 2000

‘Studying at Hollings Faculty was a very good experience for me. I got the opportunity to improve my English and to learn a different styles of studying. In addition, my classmates came from different countries which gave me the chance to gain knowledge of different cultures. This international aspect is very important for my job in the textile and garment industry because we are working in a global environment.’

Contact him by email on lipshj@t-online.de.

Location: Denmark/Germany

Lucy Gabrielsen

BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management 2007

‘My experience at Manchester Metropolitan University started with a PDC in Business Studies in 2004. The flexibility of the courses and the quality of teaching staff motivated me to go onto the full BA programme which I completed in 2007. I chose to work full-time during both study periods and found the University’s system accommodating to my needs. The lecturers consisted of a mix of academics and highly experienced professionals, who could complement the theory with practical examples. The library is a rich and user-friendly source of information and the administration office was always efficient and willing to help.’

Contact her by email at lucygabrielsen@gmail.com.

Location: Athens

Petros Petropoulos

MSc Events Management, 2010

‘My time at MMU as a postgraduate student was a unique experience. I met people from all over the world and I had the chance to work and cooperate with them, I am very glad that MMU provided me with such an opportunity.’

Contact him by email at petros_petropoulos@hotmail.com.

Jessie Lau

LLB (Hons) 2010

‘Manchester Metropolitan University is a world-renowned university in terms of its popularity within student employers and overseas educational institutions. During my studies I had tremendous academic support and career advice which meant I found a job only one week after I moved back to my home country! I had a pleasurable time studying at the University and its student ambassador scheme was a great opportunity for me to meet friends and build connections with people. Therefore, I look forward to meeting you at future events!’

Contact her by email at jess_5cm@hotmail.com.

Location: India, Kolkata

Tirthankar Basu

MBA, 2004

‘MMUBS emphasize excellence in teaching, and they have worked hard to assemble a high-quality faculty possessing both the best in academic preparation and a wealth of practical experience. Although we were part of the first full-time MBA cohort, the faculty was committed and had experienced teachers with no compromise on the quality of the education. At MMUBS I always felt they wanted their students to succeed. The standards for performance and expectations for student growth was high, well versed in the latest trends and tools in the field of business. The innovative teaching methods challenged you to get the most out of your course.
Manchester as a city is an amazing place to be in terms of student life, I enjoyed all the attractions of the major modern city. As a student I had unrivalled facilities. My degree from MMU is well respected by employers around the world. All-in-all, the best days of my life.’

Contact by email at tirthankarbasu@gmail.com.

Ravishankar Bhande

MSc International Business Management, 2008

‘MMU has made me realise my academic potential. It is a modern university that provides new and industry-based courses, and also makes many modern facilities available to the students. Manchester as a city is amazing and the student population makes it a fun and active place to be.’

Contact him through the MMU Alumni Office.

Location: India, Bangalore

Preethy Ann Kochummen

MBA 2005

‘Doing my MBA at MMUBS was a well-thought-out decision and I’m happy to say that it was never regretted. As a career move, it was a good strategy to round off my other qualifications and experience with a degree in management. I met and interacted with students from various cultural backgrounds and industry experience. This, in addition to the course topics, enhanced my perspective and gave me a bird’s eye view of the world and its ways of doing business. Manchester as a city is dynamic and tolerant; it has a vibrant student population and offers a stimulating environment for study. Thus, the experience of living in Manchester was as rich – if not more – as that of my MBA degree.’

Contact Preethy Ann by email at preethyann@gmail.com

Jaleel Ahmed, MBA

MMU Alumni Ambassador

Contact him through the MMU Alumni Office.

Sally Renshaw

BA (Hons) Illustration with Animation 2010

‘My first experience at MMU was completing my foundation art and design course; it was very hands on and varied – and I liked it so much I stayed on at MMU to complete a BA in Illustration.’

Contact her by email at renshawsally@me.com.

Location: Rawalpindi / Islamabad / Mirpur

Waqar Mahmood

MBA 2007

‘At MMU everything possible is done to make the student’s life easier. Moreover, I have a superb memory of the lecturers who were always there to answer questions and help me. Today I am proud and entirely satisfied to have been part of MMU.’

Contact him by email at waqar.mahmood@gmail.com.

Location: Islamabad

Amir Ijaz

B Eng (Hons) Computer & Electronic Engineering 2008

‘I had an absolutely excellent and rewarding time at MMU. MMU taught me and provided me with the skills to shape me into the professional I am today. As an international student I never felt neglected and all my queries were well attended by staff and the students union.’

Contact Amir by email at amirijaz@live.com

Location: Karachi

Irfan Abro

MBA 2005

‘I had a wonderful time during my stay in Manchester, especially MMU. There is a great opportunity to learn about different cultures and from the experiences of such a versatile group of people. MMU provided me with a brilliant exposure and a bunch of lovely friends from different parts of the world.’

Contact Irfan by email at abro_irfan@hotmail.com

Location: Karachi

Rakshanda Khan

MA Design and Art Direction 2005

‘MMU was the first time I was living on my own, away from home, in a foreign country so I learnt a lot about myself. I ‘grew into my own skin’ there. Manchester is a great city to be a student in and I found the Faculty of Art & Design to be very understanding and inspiring.’

Contact her by email at rakshanda.k@gmail.com.

Location: Lima

Kamran Karim, BSc (Hons) Information and Communication, 2003

‘The years I spent studying at MMU prepared me for the steps I knew I was going to take, steps that would take me to different corners of the world.
MMU’s diverse student population allowed for a great deal of interaction, interaction that expanded and solidified my knowledge of cultures and social idiosyncrasies.’

Contact him by email at kamrankkarim@gmail.com.

Adrian Henry, BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology, 1999

‘My time at MMU really prepared me for working in the real world. The course had an excellent mix of theory and real world experience – mainly because most of the lecturers had worked in industry before teaching. I found studying at MMU a real value in other areas also – such as networking and exposure to the international BIT Arena. As a university, I found their policies to be forward thinking and progressive which helped to create an excellent environment to grow and learn. Socially, I made some great friends on my course (both students and lecturers) and would not have had exposure to so many opportunities since graduation without them!’

Contact him by email at adrianhentry@live.co.uk.

Location: Aleppo City

Kamal Bulbol

BA (Hons) Business Administration, 2011

‘Studying at MMU did not only give me an academic experience, but practical and real business experience. MMU has given me the chance to meet different people with different backgrounds. I will never forget the time I spent there.’

Contact him by email at kamal_bulbol@hotmail.com.

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Clare Atkinson

BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance 2008

‘Studying for my degree provided me with a solid foundation for work life after University.’

Contact her by email on atkinsonclare@gmail.com.

Location: Houston, Texas

Mohnie Mangat

BSc Manufacturing System Management with Material Science, 1991

‘It was a wonderful time to be in Manchester, let alone at the Poly (as it was then). There was always so much going on in the city and of course on the campus. Although the institution and student population was so large it always felt fairly intimate within the departments, but never closed off to other people. The lecturers and professors were phenomenal with so much real world experience which they brought to the classroom. I didn’t know it then but it had made me who I am.’

Contact him by email at goose@zappow.com.

Location: Boston

Neil Wells

BA Retail Marketing, 1998

‘My experience at the University both on and off campus was excellent. The Faculty members were very knowledgeable and supportive throughout my studies.’

Contact him by email at neil_wells99@hotmail.com.

Location: New Jersey

David Scott

BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Exercise Science, MMU Cheshire

‘My three years at Manchester Metropolitan University’s Cheshire campus were truly amazing and provided me the knowledge and experience I needed to get me to where I am today. The staff provided me with the support and guidance to complete my Honours degree in sports science while having an amazing time being a student and playing BUSA soccer and golf.’

Contact him by email at david.scott@atlantichealth.org.

Rogers Kazembe

Postgraduate Diploma Hotel and Catering Administration, 1990

‘My course gave me an urge and confidence to manage any department at my workplace. MMU was very inspirational.’

Contact him by email at kazembern@hotmail.com.

Location: Harare

Anand Patel

BSc Food Technology Management 2000

‘MMU made me an individual instead of a product of social norms or of circumstance. I moulded a new me and MMU was there every step of the way.’

Contact Anand by email at a.patel@polywaste.co.zw