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.

• 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.