--- title: "School of Management and Executive Education" description: "Explore Arden University's School of Management and Executive Education. Discover cutting-edge programs and propel your career in financial innovations. Enrol now to know more!" canonical: "https://ads.pr1.ops.ads.arden-prod01.arden.ac.uk/about-us/faculties/schools/school-of-management-and-executive-education" published: 2025-01-06 updated: 2026-08-26 author: "Arden University" --- # School of Management and Executive Education ## Shaping the future of finance with degree courses built for modern careers About the school You are highly energetic and always find possibilities in everything. You now require pedagogy, practical application and life-changing skills to nurture and hone your management. Dive into a School where technological aspect and teaching techniques interacts; developing an environment which is not only advanced but also very creative; leveraging real world environment that enable you to gain those skills. The School of Management and Executive Education offers a stimulating and unconventional experience to your education. By tailor-made programs with the employers, thought leaders contributing to the programs, and the successful alumni worldwide, you will be able to apply the practical leadership skill and effective creativity into working across our degree and apprenticeship programmes. Having obtained professional recognition/accreditation from a number of professional bodies like ACCA, CIMA, CILT, CMI, ILM, CIM, DMI, APM, etc, you will be part of degree programmes that will ensure you are industry 5.0 ready. Moreover, our Supply Chain, Project Management and Senior Leader Degree Apprenticeships are rated “GOOD” by Ofsted. Arden in numbers Top 5 in the UK In July 2025 we were named the 5th best university in the UK for student satisfaction (National Student Survey). 4.6 on TrustPilot Our Trustpilot score of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 842 user reviews places us above many leading universities. 9 global study locations Study from anywhere online, on campus in Berlin, or at one of our eight UK campuses, including three locations in London. \#1 UK Higher Education Institution Awarded to Arden University at the EducationInvestor Awards 2026 for our commitment to investment in higher education. ## Faculty staff ![Dr Hassaan Khan](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/quote_m/public/2023-06/Hassaan%20Khan.png) Welcome from the Head of the School of Management & Executive Education Hello, I’m Dr Hassaan Khan, Head of the School of Management & Executive Education at Arden University. I’ve been with Arden since July 2021, supporting staff and students to achieve success. I hold a BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Finance from the University of Kent, followed by an MSc and PhD in Finance from Durham University. I’ve worked in academia since 2010. Before joining Arden, I was Associate Dean at Global Banking School, overseeing Finance and Business Management degrees. I also served as Director of Programmes at BPP University, managing degree programmes in Finance and Applied Management, as well as professional courses in Accountancy and degree apprenticeships. My career also includes roles as Director of the Centre for Financial Research at Anglia Ruskin University, Entrepreneur Scholar at Judge Business School, and Teaching Assistant at Durham University. In addition to my role at Arden, I work as a Consultant Financial Economist at the Bank of England. I’m a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a member of several professional organisations, including the Fintech Professionals Association, Fintech Alliance, The Royal Economic Society, ICAEW, Chartered Management Institute, and the British Accounting and Finance Association. I’m excited to support you in your academic journey and wish you the very best in your studies. Dr Hassaan Khan Head of School - Management and Executive Education ![Gillian McCurdy](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/quote_low/public/2023-05/Gillian.jpg) Gillian McCurdy Head of Department of Marketing ![Dr Malgorzata Radomska](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/quote_low/public/2026-05/Malgorzata%20%2824.04.25%29%20%281%29.jpg) Dr Malgorzata Radomska Head of Department for Supply Chain and Project Management [meet the team](https://arden.ac.uk/about-us/faculties/schools/school-of-management-and-executive-education/meet-the-team) ` ## Latest News Arden faculty nominated for PIEoneer Award 2023 News ![Arden faculty nominated for PIEoneer Award 2023](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/news_story_low/public/2023-05/Business%20school%20of%20the%20year%20finalist%20-%20square.png?VersionId=CCS87hX7N._ZUhw_K8jb0FqGLi4loGKp&itok=88_CQJgS) [Learn more](/knowledge-base/latest-news/Arden-faculty-business-nominated-finalist-pieoneer) 5 Quick but Important Lessons in Leadership News ![5 Quick but Important Lessons in Leadership](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/news_story_low/public/2021-05/5-quick-but-important-lessons-in-leadership-standard-card.png?VersionId=_WP5hkPc8Ragi.xG6OTAXMxbJHgCqQIR&itok=muyOzPTO) [Learn more](/knowledge-base/career-advice/career-tips/5-quick-important-lessons-leadership) Subject Spotlight: Accounting and Finance News ![Subject Spotlight: Accounting and Finance](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/news_story_low/public/2021-09/Untitled%20design%20%288%29.png?VersionId=U4cTozZAcmcEz_B3JDrYF6kq_JSrC4.v&itok=0UOHQXHD) [Learn more](/knowledge-base/subject-areas/finance-and-hrm/subject-spotlight-accounting-and-finance) 6 Finance and Accounting Careers to Pursue with Your Degree News ![6 Finance and Accounting Careers to Pursue with Your Degree](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/news_story_low/public/2020-03/KB1278-thumbnail.jpg?VersionId=ZFWkcT.SN13AYj5_UJZdRcBAkx3wZveU&itok=1n2RjoGW) [Learn more](/knowledge-base/subject-areas/finance-and-hrm/6-careers-pursue-accounting-and-finance-degree) 6 Quick Tips from a Distance Learning Pro News ![6 Quick Tips from a Distance Learning Pro](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/news_story_low/public/2021-07/6%20Quick%20Tips%20from%20a%20Distance%20Learning%20Pro%20standard%20card.png?VersionId=lSrwNgecAmfzMyOMpq2xGZdXuqYpTlpy&itok=1Ay4uTCk) [Learn more](/knowledge-base/student-life/student-tips/quick-tips-distance-learning-pro) Arden Academic serves as visiting professor in France News ![Arden Academic serves as visiting professor in France](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/news_story_low/public/2021-06/serkan%20standard%20card.png?VersionId=rTUa6OOEz2A2Ukut3lajkEZ6Fm_SYTXC&itok=-MLwSbI3) [Learn more](/knowledge-base/latest-news/academic-to-serve-as-visiting-professor-in-france) Graduate schemes in the UK – everything you need to know News ![Graduate schemes in the UK – everything you need to know ](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/news_story_low/public/2021-07/Graduate%20schemes%20in%20the%20UK%20standard%20card.png?VersionId=oKnRaQ5TlzXihKK662dbvhPovRUQHpsF&itok=6HOVTxnH) [Learn more](/knowledge-base/career-advice/everything-you-need-to-know-about-graduate-schemes) ## Accrediting bodies and industry partners ![The Chartered Institute of Logistic and Transport](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/2021-07/cilt-2%402x.png) The Chartered Institute of Logistic and Transport Membership with the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport is essential to keeping you moving. It provides you with professional resources to support and inform your workplace decisions. It provides you with valuable connections so that you can share best practice and stay connected. It supports your lifelong learning and provides a range of tools to boost your career development. It gives recognition of your status as a trusted professional within the sector. For further information about our range of benefits click on the links below. ![Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/2021-07/cips2.png) Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) CIPS is a UK-based global professional body which aims to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability, and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management. ![Association for Project Management (APM)](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/2022-11/APM_Academic%20Accreditation_RGB.png) Association for Project Management (APM) The Association for Project Management (APM) is committed to developing project management excellence. The organisation has more than 30,000 members and 500 organisations participating in its partnership programmes. ![Digital Marketing Institute (DMI)](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/2021-08/DMI.jpg) Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) The Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) is the global standard in digital marketing certification and works to support today’s marketers in achieving their full professional potential. ![Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/2023-09/CIM-Accredited-Degree-Blue.png) Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) is the world’s largest organisation for professional marketers and plays a key role in setting industry standards. ![Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/2021-05/acca.png) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is a powerful global presence within the accountancy profession, inspiring its members and students towards greater success and prosperity. ![Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/2023-07/cima.jpg) Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) provides continuing professional development services, funds academic research, develops thought leadership, and monitors professional standards in the accountancy sector. ## Further resources Events and Open Days Get involved with Arden by signing up to our free online events and webinars. 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