Your future career

Our Management School helps open up opportunities so you can maximise your career after graduation.

We’re committed to giving you the skills and knowledge you’ll need to make a difference to SMEs, family businesses and major global organisations. Everything you do while studying here is designed to help you build the personal skills that will make you stand out to future employers.

Our supportive and collaborative environment allows you to invest in your future and on graduation, join our global community of business alumni.

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Invest in your future

96% of our graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020-21, HESA).

The University of Stirling achieved five stars for Teaching, Employability, Research, Internationalisation, Facilities and Inclusiveness in the QS Stars University Ratings 2021.

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Creating opportunities

We prepare you for life after graduation, whether that be through studying abroad, improving your leadership skills, or taking part in a student consultancy project. If you have a passion to succeed in business, we’ll help you realise your ambitions from the moment you arrive at Stirling.

Student Managed Investment Fund

The Student Managed Investment Fund gives you a chance to experience a professional investment environment while you're studying.

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Career focused

Through our excellent links with industry, you’ll be able to take advantage of company-based projects, internships and networking opportunities. You’ll gain real insights from industry leaders, with a wide range of visiting speakers. You can advance your practical management skills by applying for an internship or get involved with one of the business-related university clubs, where you can network with like-minded individuals and the local business community. We have the opportunities to help you pursue your career while you’re still at university; however, you’ll need to drive to make them happen and get the most out of your experience.

Our Careers Service is able to support you to be the difference at every stage of your journey.

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Industry insights

Looking for insight into your chosen career? We have numerous business talks occurring throughout the year. From renowned entrepreneurs to international management experts, some of the world’s top business people visit Stirling.

You’ll gain invaluable real-world insight into the latest management issues and benefit from a vibrant, international community of business thinkers.