Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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Duration
12 Months
Pedagogy
Blended
Tuition Fee
£ 5,500 £ 9,000
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Stage One: Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership (RQF) – 6 - 8 Months
Credits: 120 Credits
This Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (RQF) leading to an MBA is designed to fit around work and personal commitments. World-class teaching is delivered via pre-recorded online lectures to enrich the learning experience. MSBM has perfected the art of delivering practical management education. Our practice-based approach focuses on addressing real-world business problems.
We don’t just give you the theory; we ensure you learn how to apply it in your working life immediately, with case studies, webinars, business simulations, and 100% project-based.
Stage Two: Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-up – 4 – 6 Months
Credits: 60 Credits
Assessment: Dissertation
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) (top-up) programme is offered to students who already possess the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership qualification.
The MBA (top-up) programme allows you to achieve an MBA qualification between 4 to 6 months, so it is a fast track to new opportunities and enhanced career prospects.
The MBA (top-up) consists of a compulsory single module ‘Consultancy Project Report’ worth 60 credits. The module provides the opportunity for you to examine an area of particular interest within an appropriate organizational context. The module is designed to make a major contribution to your professional and intellectual development, by enabling you to demonstrate your capacity for sustained independent thought, learning, and critical reflection.
The purpose of this programme is to deliver a practical and realistic solution to a business-related strategic challenge, which in turn is supported by appropriate reference to theoretical and conceptual analysis.
Accreditation
All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.
University Progression
University Top-upOn completion of this course, students have the opportunity to complete a Master degree programme from a range of UK universities. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. The top-up comprises the final 60 credits which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.
(The course tuition fee listed above includes the top-up fee)
University Progression
Click here to see University routes and fee information for progression.
Entry requirement
For entry onto the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership leading to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification i.e. Bachelors Degree or Higher National Diploma
OR
- Mature learners (over 25) with at least 5 years of management experience if they do not possess the above qualification (this is reviewed on a case by case basis)
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What you'll learn
Module 1
ASSIGNMENT & STUDY GUIDELINES
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
Module 2
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of strategic and change management models, as well as the ability to review strategic plans, to propose strategic options, to create implementation plans and to lead organizational changes.
Module 3
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
This unit provides an in-depth understanding of the key principles and practice of leadership This will enhance the individuals’ knowledge, skills and attributes to effectively engage in the role and responsibilities required of an effective team player and leader of a team; being proactive in innovation and improvement to inform strategy and business planning within the organization.
Module 4
STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of how the effective strategic management of human resources supports the achievement of organizational objectives in different contexts. Learners will evaluate the contribution of strategic human resource management and the application of leadership and management theory for organizational benefit.
Module 5
STRATEGIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
The aim of this unit is to enable learners to apply financial principles relevant to management in an organizational context, including analytical techniques and theories/models of management accounting, evaluation of budgetary processes, recommending funding sources and appraising investment options.
Module 6
STRATEGIC MARKETING
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the concepts, methods and technical aspects of strategic marketing and the challenges associated with marketing in today’s business environment, including how a strategy combines product development, promotion, distribution, pricing, relationship management, and other elements.
Module 7
ADVANCED BUSINESS RESEARCH METHODS
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ ability to prepare for various types of academically based management research through the development and design of a research proposal. Learners will develop a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical and ethical concepts of research within the context of the business environment.
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