Dr. Ian Clarke

Professor

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Biography

Ian Clarke is an Emeritus Professor of Strategy at the University of Edinburgh Business School, where he served as Dean from 2012 to 2016. Before retiring in September 2022, he held various notable positions in leading business schools, including Director at Newcastle University Business School and Chair of Strategic Management at Lancaster University Management School. With a strong background in management education, he has directed significant accreditation efforts, achieving 'Triple Accreditation' for the Edinburgh Business School. Ian has extensive experience in conducting research and consultancy for major multinational corporations, focusing on management teams and the discursive leadership skills of senior managers. His collaborations include work with notable linguists and he has been a Principal Investigator on research projects funded by various research councils.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Edinburgh

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.25
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in business, management, or related subject
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Marketing