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Residence Abroad
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Practical Training
MBA Study
The mission of the Mountbatten Institute is to foster international and cross-cultural understanding through experiential education, practical
training and residence abroad, and to provide opportunities for personal growth and professional development. Mountbatten provides
university graduates with hands-on training in business through a 12-month professional placement in London, while studying towards an
MBA degree or Postgraduate Certificate in International Business Practice.
Placements are available in:
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Finance
Accounting
Human Resources
Marketing/ Communications
Law
Placement Companies
Academics
Steps to Apply
In conjunction with the full-time placement,
trainees study towards an MBA or
Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) in
International Business Practice. The
academic program is designed to
complement and enhance the experience
gained in the workplace. Classes are held
on weekends and evenings, with the MBA
group meeting approximately six times a
month and those pursuing the Certificate
meeting four times a month.
1. Complete the online application at:
www.mountbatten.org
Courses are structured around class
discussion, team projects, readings and
presentations, written assignments, and
examinations.
3. Submit your application electronically,
print a copy, and mail it with your
resume, personal statement and $100
application fee (check or money order)
to the New York office by the application
deadline.
MBA participants continue to Asia to
complete their degree through a four-month
guided fieldwork experience in the
emerging market of Bangkok, Thailand.
The PGC and MBA are awarded by St
Mary’s University College, Twickenham.
2. Request an official copy of your
university transcript(s). Mail to:
Mountbatten Institute
Attn: London Admissions Team
North American Regional Office
50 East 42nd Street, Suite 2000
New York, NY 10017
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Ashurst
Barclays Capital
BGC International
BlackRock
Credit Suisse
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
IPC Information Systems
Citi Bank
Forrester Research
Institutional Investor
Liquidnet
Merrill Lynch
Morgan Stanley
M&G Investments Management
Royal Bank of Scotland
Thomson Reuters
UBS Investment Bank
Example Trainee Roles
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Financial Analyst
Business Analyst
Accounting Assistant
Emerging Markets Analyst
Global Prime Finance Analyst
Accounting Services Analyst
Risk Management Analyst
Equity Sales
HR Administrator
Global Diversity Coordinator
Recruitment Operations Analyst
Marketing and Communications
Coordinator
Note: Placement companies and roles are
subject to change.
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Eligibility
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Citizenship of a country outside of the European Union
Bachelor’s degree by program start date, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Business based degrees strongly preferred, but all majors are welcome to apply
Proof of English language proficiency if non-native speaker
(Please refer to ‘Eligibility’ at www.mountbatten.org)
 3-6 months of office experience desired
Desired Skills & Characteristics
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Application and Interview
Following the application deadline,
Mountbatten staff will evaluate all
applications to determine a candidate's
suitability for the program. Successful
candidates will be invited to interview with
Mountbatten staff in various locations
throughout the US. Candidates based
outside of the US will have the option to
interview by videoconference.
At interview, we will further explore your
academic and work experience, interests
and leadership roles, and discuss your
placement options. A decision on
acceptance into the candidate pool will be
made shortly after interview. Phone
interviews with London sponsor company
managers begin approximately two months
before the program start date.
Analytical and quantitative, logical thinker, numerical, problem-solver
Awareness of financial and accounting concepts
Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, team player, professional
Application Deadlines
 March Intakes: October 31
 August Intakes: March 31
Sample Application Process Timeline (August Intake)
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Face to Face Interviews with Mountbatten Staff: late April/ May
Phone Interviews with Companies & Placement Confirmed: June & July
Visa Processing: July/ early August
Program Start Date: Mid-August
Program End Date: Mid-August
MBA participants continue onto Bangkok to complete their degree
6. Arrive in Bangkok: Mid-September
7. Depart Bangkok: Mid-December
Note: These time frames are approximate.
Once you accept a placement, we work
with you to coordinate your visa and other
program logistics.
Tuition and Fees
MBA Degree
Application Fee USD $100
Initial Deposit
USD $1,000
Programme Fee USD $2,900
Tuition
USD $32,000
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TOTAL:
USD $36,000
Postgraduate Certificate
Application Fee USD $100
Initial Deposit
USD $1,000
Participation Fee USD $11,900
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TOTAL:
USD $12,000
Fees include: housing, utilities, course materials, and
full-time support from Mountbatten staff and faculty. For
available financing options, visit our website.
Living Allowance
Housing
All Mountbatten trainees are paid a monthly
living allowance for food, transportation, and
personal expenses. The living allowance is
directly deposited into your UK bank
account.
Current housing is provided in Central
London in Canary Wharf and Islington
(Zones 1 & 2).
GBP £615/month
 Fully furnished,
modern apartments (flats)
 Cleaned weekly
 4-6 interns per flat
 Utilities included
(Approximately USD $1,000)
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