A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a prestigious postgraduate qualification that provides an overview of key business practices and is highly valued by employers. Successfully acquiring an MBA usually equates to an improved professional reputation and a better salary with a more senior role at work.
The MBA Top-up is a career development programme for individuals who have significant post-degree work experience and a previous post-graduate qualifications in a business-related subject (at least 100 credits at HE7). There is a strong practical and professional orientation to the curriculum focused on developing knowledge and understanding of complex business issues and developing intellectual capabilities of research, critique, synthesis and innovation, culminating in a Masters’ level dissertation.
The Online delivery of this programme provides a flexible learning and collaborative online experience with live lectures and interactive features including, discussions, breakout rooms allowing interactions in real time with colleagues and fellow students. It also permits opportunities for global networking opportunities with peers.
| Qualification Title :- | Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top Up Online |
| Awarding Body :- | The University of Bolton |
| Credits :- | 80 Credits |
| Structure :- | 3 modules to be completed |
| Mode of Study :- | Full Time, Online Delivery with Lectures |
| Assessment :- | Assignments for each module |
| Overall Grading Type :- | Pass, Merit, Distinction |
| Programme Commencement :- | September, January and June |
| Tuition Fee :- | For details of current fees please contact the College. Flexible payment methods are available. |
- Leadership and Management
- Research Methods and Academic Skills
- Dissertation
You must have both of the following:
- Significant work experience in a business or management capacity;
- And a HE Level 7 qualification with at least 100 credits (minimum) in a relevant subject
(for instance, Postgraduate Diploma in Management, ATHE Level 7 Diploma, Pearson DMS or similar such qualifications from accredited qualification awarding organisations).
If English isn’t the first language, IELTS 6.5 with normally no less than 6.0 in any band (or equivalent) is required. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. When applying please include a reference from the current employer, clearly stating length of employment and give a breakdown of job description and roles and responsibilities.
Each application will be reviewed on merit and applications which do not fall into the criteria listed above may still be considered individually.
The qualification typically takes two semesters to complete which equates to 9 months full-time study.
Gaining an MBA allows faster career progression through management in different companies or to apply your skills and knowledge to managing your own business.
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A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a prestigious postgraduate qualification that provides an overview of key business practices and is highly valued by employers. Successfully acquiring an MBA usually equates to an improved professional reputation and a better salary with a more senior role at work.
The MBA Top-up is a career development programme for individuals who have significant post-degree work experience and a previous post-graduate qualifications in a business-related subject (at least 100 credits at HE7). There is a strong practical and professional orientation to the curriculum focused on developing knowledge and understanding of complex business issues and developing intellectual capabilities of research, critique, synthesis and innovation, culminating in a Masters’ level dissertation.
The Online delivery of this programme provides a flexible learning and collaborative online experience with live lectures and interactive features including, discussions, breakout rooms allowing interactions in real time with colleagues and fellow students. It also permits opportunities for global networking opportunities with peers.
Qualification Title :- Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top Up Online Awarding Body :- The University of Bolton Credits :- 80 Credits Structure :- 3 modules to be completed Mode of Study :- Full Time, Online Delivery with Lectures Assessment :- Assignments for each module Overall Grading Type :- Pass, Merit, Distinction Programme Commencement :- September, January and June Tuition Fee :- For details of current fees please contact the College. Flexible payment methods are available. - + Program Modules
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- Leadership and Management
- Research Methods and Academic Skills
- Dissertation
- + Entry Requirements
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You must have both of the following:
- Significant work experience in a business or management capacity;
- And a HE Level 7 qualification with at least 100 credits (minimum) in a relevant subject
(for instance, Postgraduate Diploma in Management, ATHE Level 7 Diploma, Pearson DMS or similar such qualifications from accredited qualification awarding organisations).
If English isn’t the first language, IELTS 6.5 with normally no less than 6.0 in any band (or equivalent) is required. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. When applying please include a reference from the current employer, clearly stating length of employment and give a breakdown of job description and roles and responsibilities.
Each application will be reviewed on merit and applications which do not fall into the criteria listed above may still be considered individually.
- + Duration
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The qualification typically takes two semesters to complete which equates to 9 months full-time study.
- + Progression
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Gaining an MBA allows faster career progression through management in different companies or to apply your skills and knowledge to managing your own business.
MBA Top Up Online
This MBA has enjoyed an excellent reputation since it was established in 1992 by the University of Bolton. It continues to attract students from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures and from all sectors of business and industry.
Teaching is conducted by a highly dedicated team, committed to being Teaching Intensive and Research Informed, with specialist knowledge in a wide range of subject areas, and close links to business and industry.
Classes are distance delivered synchronously, course materials are available online, allowing applicants to prepare work at home and also ensuring that in-class learning is highly interactive.
The overall aim of the programme is to prepare students for a career at the senior management level. Students will enhance knowledge and skills in strategic thinking appropriate for a global economy. Specifically, the programme seeks to develop and enhance:
- critical knowledge of organisations, their management, and the changing external contexts in which they operate.
- knowledge/understanding of complex business issues, both systematically and creatively, to improve business and management practice.
- intellectual capabilities of research, critique, synthesis, and innovation, culminating in a masters’ level dissertation.
- academic and professional skills to allow for opportunities for career development and further study.
- lifelong learning skills and personal development so as to be able to work with self-direction and originality and to contribute to business and society at large.
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