Master of Business Administration MBA

• Overview

  The Master of Business Administration is a globally recognised postgraduate qualification for ambitious, motivated graduates. If you aspire to be a business professional and do not have any previous business or management experience studying our MBA will allow you to achieve this.

  This course is available on a Full Time basis with a September and January intake and via Distance Learning with a September and January intake.

  Course

  Highlights

  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma and affiliate membership throughout the course of study and 12 months after graduation*
  • MBA business trip **
  • PRINCE 2 Foundation and Practitioner Award***
  • Distance Learning option available
  • Extensive online materials to support your studies

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• Course Details

  Studying our MBA course will support your career progression by developing your critical thinking and research skills and enhancing your business knowledge and understanding.

  You will learn to think laterally, challenge convention and offer informed solutions to business issues. You will gain valuable skills that will set you apart from colleagues, allowing you to progress to your full career potential.

  Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma and affiliate membership

  Throughout the course of study and 12 months after graduation The CMI is the leading management organisation in the UK with a developing reputation across the world. Membership provides significant benefits in networking, access to information and research. You will receive a CMI Level 7 Diploma and affiliate membership (included as part of your course fees) throughout the course and this will continue to be valid for 12 months after you have graduated.

  *Only applicable to students studying MBA full-time on campus directly through The University of Northampton.

  PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Award

  PRINCE2® (Projects in Controlled Environments) is the internationally recognised project management programme. Online learning materials are provided as part of your course fees. Additional PRINCE2 assessment must be successfully completed in addition to your MBA study.

  ***Optional – membership and/or examination fees not included as part of course fees.

  MBA business trip

  You will have the opportunity to participate in the MBA business event (Greece in 2017) in your first year. The MBA business event is optional and the cost should not exceed £500 for flights and accommodation (if you are travelling from the UK). You will need to allow an additional £250 for your expenses.

  **Optional – not included in course fees.

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  Additional

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  Additional Information

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• Careers and Events
  • Student Support

    Mah Norr talks about her experience on the MBA

    “The most amazing part is student support. No matter what type of situation you face, the University of Northampton is there to support their students. The care gets extra special when it comes to their international students.” [Read more]

    
  • Open Days

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    Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.

    Each Open Day has a packed programme of subjects talks, advice sessions and activities designed to give you all the information you need about studying with us.

    To find out more about the day, please feel free to have a look at our Open Day Guide.

    
  • Careers

    Career Opportunities

    Unlike other postgraduate programmes which provide in depth specialisation in a specific field, an MBA is interdisciplinary. An MBA exposes you to all areas of business including accounting, finance, marketing, and human resources.

    
• Requirements

  If you hold a first or second class honours degree from a British university or equivalent you will be eligible to apply for this course. Work experience is useful but is not an essential requirement, so long as you can demonstrate a clear passion and interest in business and/or enterprise.

  If you would like more information on how to apply for this course, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  English language requirements:

  If your native language is not English you must provide evidence of your English language capability at a level approved by the University. The level required for study on masters degree courses is IELTS 6.5 or its equivalent.

  Please visit our English Language Requirements page.

  Contacts

  Course enquiries
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  Application status enquiries
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  Current student enquiries
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  International student enquiries
  international@northampton.ac.uk

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• Course Content
  • Level 7

  • Critical Issues in Business (10 Credits)
    Module code: STRM042

    Core Module Y
  • Managing and Organisational Behaviour (20 Credits)
    Module code: HRMM055

    Core Module Y
  • Strategic Marketing (20 Credits)
    Module code: MKTM028

    Core Module Y
  • Managing Operations and the Supply Chain (20 Credits)
    Module code: BSOM046

    Core Module Y
  • Competitive Strategy and Innovation (20 Credits)
    Module code: STRM043

    Core Module Y
  • Financial Decision Making (20 Credits)
    Module code: FINM036

    Core Module Y
  • Business Management Research in Practice (30 Credits)
    Module code: STRM059

    Core Module Y
  • International Business Negotiation (20 Credits)
    Module code: STRM060

    Core Module Y
  • The Entrepreneurship Report (20 Credits)
    Module code: MKTM033

    Core Module Y

  Facilities &

  Special Features

  Our MBA courses are designed to provide you with the general management skills that global businesses demand. They combine the study of critical business areas and leadership skills with additional recognition, qualifications and activities.

  We offer a unique combination of opportunities including:

  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma and affiliate membership throughout the course of study and 12 months after graduation*
  • MBA business trip **
  • PRINCE 2 Foundation and Practitioner Award***
  • Extensive online materials to support your studies

  *Only applicable to students studying MBA full-time on campus directly through The University of Northampton.

  **Optional – not included in course fees.

  ***Optional – membership and/or examination fees not included as part of course fees.

• Further Studies
  • Graduate Discount Schemes

    Discounts for alumni and new students

    Whether you are an international, home or EU student, we offer generous tuition fee discounts for postgraduate study.

    Our International Scholarships page has details of the International Graduate Scholarship offering up to 50% for alumni of the University and the International Scholarship offering up to 30% for new students.

    The Graduate Discount Scheme page has information about the 20% discount for Home and EU graduates.

    
• Fees & Funding
  • UK & EU
  • International

  20/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £10,660
  Distance Learning: £5,330 Year One (90 credits), £5,330 Year Two (90 credits)

  To see what Scholarships and funding may be available to you, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  Additional costs

  You will have the opportunity to participate in the MBA business event (Greece in 2017) in your first year. The MBA business event is optional and the cost should not exceed £500 for flights and accommodation (if you are travelling from the UK). You will need to allow an additional £250 for your expenses.
  Please note: Additional fees, over and above your course fees, will be payable for the optional elements, for example for travel and accommodation for the Business Event or by the examination or membership bodies for membership and assessments associated with the qualifications.

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £10,530
  Distance Learning: £5,265 Year One (90 credits), £5,265 Year Two (90 credits)

  To see what Scholarships and funding may be available to you, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  Additional costs

  You will have the opportunity to participate in the MBA business event (Greece in 2017) in your first year. The MBA business event is optional and the cost should not exceed £500 for flights and accommodation (if you are travelling from the UK). You will need to allow an additional £250 for your expenses.
  Please note: Additional fees, over and above your course fees, will be payable for the optional elements, for example for travel and accommodation for the Business Event or by the examination or membership bodies for membership and assessments associated with the qualifications.

  20/21Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Distance Learning: £5,330 Year One (90 credits), £5,330 Year Two (90 credits)
  International: £14,750

  To see what funding may be available to you as an International student, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  Additional costs

  You will have the opportunity to participate in the MBA business event (Greece in 2017) in your first year. The MBA business event is optional and the cost should not exceed £500 for flights and accommodation (if you are travelling from the UK). You will need to allow an additional £250 for your expenses.
  Please note: Additional fees, over and above your course fees, will be payable for the optional elements, for example for travel and accommodation for the Business Event or by the examination or membership bodies for membership and assessments associated with the qualifications.

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Distance Learning: £5,265 Year One (90 credits), £5,265 Year Two (90 credits)
  International: £13,750

  To see what funding may be available to you as an International student, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  Additional costs

  You will have the opportunity to participate in the MBA business event (Greece in 2017) in your first year. The MBA business event is optional and the cost should not exceed £500 for flights and accommodation (if you are travelling from the UK). You will need to allow an additional £250 for your expenses.
  Please note: Additional fees, over and above your course fees, will be payable for the optional elements, for example for travel and accommodation for the Business Event or by the examination or membership bodies for membership and assessments associated with the qualifications.

  Scholarships

  Dr Mike Daniel Research Degree Scholarship

  The Dr Mike Daniel Research Degree Scholarship awards £500 to a postgraduate research degree student at the University of Northampton. Dr Mike Daniel was Pro…

  Sir Thomas White Scholarship

  The Sir Thomas White scholarship will support and acknowledge an academically gifted student, with the proviso that the selection panel is confident that there is…

  TD Lewis Scholarship

  The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.  This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…

  The Chancellor's Fund

  The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply.  The…

• Distance Learning

  Your teaching will be delivered electronically enabling you to balance study with your commitments at work and home, whilst enhancing your employment opportunities.

  You will be aided throughout the process by our supportive teaching staff that are professionally qualified and have industry and academic experience to share with you. You will be encouraged to engage with your fellow students and tutors online.

  Studying via distance learning will give you the flexibility to study at your convenience without the need to travel or physically attend classes. Please note that modules are delivered within trimester periods so you will need to complete them in specified times.

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