Dr. Piers Ibbotson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Since 1990, Piers Ibbotson has been engaged in the performing arts and business sectors, initially as an Assistant Director with the Royal Shakespeare Company. His extensive experience observing directors in British theatre ignited his interest in transferring skills from the arts to the business world. In 1998, he founded a training development consultancy and regularly contributes to senior management programs in the UK and around the world, focusing on integrating concepts from the creative arts into management practices. He has collaborated with leading management consultancies and worked with senior teams from companies such as Adidas, WPP Group, BP, and Mastercard. Ibbotson's academic contributions include the publication of his book 'The Illusion of Leadership: Directing Creativity in Business and the Arts' in 2008, which explores the intersection of leadership and creativity. He is particularly interested in human behavior in the performing arts and how these insights can enhance workplace management, leadership, innovation, and effective communication.

Research Interests

Requirements for Warwick Business School

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:70
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:130
Overall
Required:130
GMAT
Total Score
Required:700
Overall
Required:700
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject (Business, Economics, or STEM for Finance/Analytics) Strong quantitative skills for Finance and Analytics tracks
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Transcripts of marks for all degree level studies
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
  • One academic or professional reference
  • English language proficiency certificate
  • Application assessment fee (£60)
Specialization Notes

Warwick Business School operates through subject groups rather than traditional departments. GMAT/GRE is recommended but not mandatory for most MSc courses, though competitive for Finance.