A masterly achievement for Steven

Studying part-time at Teesside University provided the best of both worlds for Steven Jones who was able to balance work with lectures.

Steven, a site engineer with Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions, studied part-time for a MBA (Master of Business Administration) in the University’s Business School.

The flexibility of being able to combine part-time study with his job helped Steven work towards his MBA, which he will receive during the University’s Academic Awards ceremonies in November.

Steven, of Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, said: 'I chose to work towards the MBA part-time as it enabled me to manage my time to combine study with working. I found it extremely challenging at times, but very rewarding.

'I’d recommend Teesside University as the course was relevant to my work. I heard about the course through an open day. The campus facilities are first rate and the social side is great too, there is plenty for students to do.

'Hopefully the course can help me towards bigger and better things, such as a project management or a consultancy role.'

We’re always delighted to see our employees undertake part-time study Bob Marsden, of Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions, said: 'As an employer we’re always delighted to see our employees undertake part-time study to develop their skills and careers. Studying part-time gives our employees a chance to put academic theory into practice in a workplace environment, which clearly has benefits for employees such as Steven and is also extremely important for us as a business.'

Learn more at Teesside University’s part-time open day from 3.00pm to 7.00pm on Wednesday 15 September at the University’s Middlesbrough campus.

Teesside University is also hosting a range of adult discovery day sessions at the Middlesbrough campus on Tuesday 21 September offering information on a wide range of courses. More details can be found at www.tees.ac.uk/visitus.

For details about how to apply on one of the wide range of part-time courses, along with information and profiles of students and staff, visit www.tees.ac.uk/part-timecall 01642 342275 or email enquiries@tees.ac.uk

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