It takes around 12 months to complete the MBA program. After completing the Qualifi Level 7 postgraduate diploma, students can apply for the MBA programme at Bucks New University
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International Master of Business Administration
Course Type
MBA Top-Up
Study Method
Online and Part-time
Start Date
September / February
Course Duration
12 months
Assessment
No exam, assessed on a continuous basis through assignments and class participation
Language Medium
English
Progression Pathway
Requirements
- Level 6 Qualification or First Degree or Three years managerial work experience (evaluated on a case-by-case basis)
- A good command of English
Existing educational qualifications and work experience will be directly taken into programme and allowing for module exemptions, please email or WhatsApp us for details.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or
- HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above, or HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above or
- Satisfy the examiners in UK EDUCATION qualifying examination, if required
Accreditation
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Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Provided by Qualifi
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International Master of Business Administration by Buckinghamshire New University
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Provided by Qualifi
Mandatory Units
You must take all six of the following:
| Mandatory Units | |||||
|
Unit Reference |
Mandatory Units |
Level |
TQT |
Credit |
GLH |
|
702 |
Manage Team Performance to Support Strategy |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
704 |
Information Management and Strategic Decision Taking |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
705 |
Leading a Strategic Management Project |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
706 |
Strategic Direction |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
711 |
Strategic Planning |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
724 |
Development as a Strategic Manager |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
Optional Units
Select at least two of the following:
| Optional Units | |||||
|
Unit Reference |
Optional Units |
Level |
TQT |
Credit |
GLH |
|
703 |
Finance for Managers |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
708 |
Strategic Marketing |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
710 |
Organisational Change Strategies |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
|
712 |
Human Resource Planning |
7 |
150 |
15 |
60 |
The overall structure of the course is based on eight units that cover a number of topics relating to learning outcomes. Six units are mandatory with learners being able to choose two optional units from four. Each unit has the equivalency of 15 credits.
Learners will be invited to attend lectures and workshops that will introduce the subject matter. Learners must complete all units successfully and achieve 120 credits before the Diploma can be issued.
International Master of Business Administration by Buckinghamshire New University
If you are looking to progress your career into a management, consultancy or director position then studying our International MBA top-up can help you to develop the necessary skills to secure your next step. The programme has been designed to provide you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the continuingly changing and often disruptive factors within the global marketplace.
Skilled and qualified executives and managers are in high demand and employers want employees who are not just academically qualified but are also work-ready with professional skills in management and leadership. Our International MBA top-up will help you develop the knowledge needed to become confident in your abilities to excel in the workplace.
Our programme has been specifically designed by our industry experienced lecturers to reflect the ins and outs of business and allow you to gather the business function and operations knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace.
Students study one core unit:
- Dissertation (Major Project)