Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• An honours degree (minimum 2.2) from a recognised Higher Education institution or equivalent from a recognised overseas institution;
• Three years' work experience relevant to the MBA course content.

English Language Requirement:

•  International English Language Test (IELTS) 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all components.

CORE MODULES:

Customer and International Market Analysis

• Evaluating dynamic and complex market opportunities
• Identifying potential competitive strategies and understanding how to respond
• Analysing macro and micro environmental factors and incorporating macroeconomic theory
• Studying consumption theories to develop effective market positioning in international markets
• Working from real decision-making situations in the form of case studies, problem-solving activities and discussion of current marketing issues.

Strategy and Implementation

• Examining how companies formulate strategy and translate it into action through case studies and classic readings
• Setting the direction and values of an organisation and achieving competitive advantage in a global economy
• Running a virtual company through a computer simulation, devising a strategy and undertaking critical decision-making tasks.

Leadership, Complexity and Change

• Analysing theoretical and practical issues around key topics such as politics, power, authority and diversity
• Learning how to lead teams based on individual contribution and group dynamics
• Investigating how to work with emotion, risk, and unpredictability
• Exploring ethical and strategic leadership in organisations, including CSR, sustainability, creativity, enterprise and entrepreneurship
• Encouraging self-reflection and critical inquiry.

Managing People in a Global Context

• Looking at the practice and theory of resourcing, acquiring talent, and managing performance in an international context.
• Developing practical skills including: selection, interviewing, negotiation skills, conflict resolution and staff development
• Learning through case studies, problem-solving exercises and role playing
• Accessing interactive web-based support.

Financial Decision Making

• Analysing revenue and costing information for short- and long-term decision making
• Teaming up with finance specialists to support management roles
• Emphasising the importance of using up-to-date financial information
• Using local and international financial databases to enhance the real-time learning environment
• Exploring ethical dilemmas and corporate social responsibility issues.

Systems, Structures and Operations

• Understanding the latest information systems and operations management topics
• Learning through case studies, simulated game playing and scenario planning
• Accessing interactive web-based support.

You then choose a further two optional modules, studying three compulsory modules and one optional module per semester. After these are completed, you will concentrate on your dissertation.

Executive Dissertation / Consultancy Dissertation

You can choose to work on a research project that fits with your interests and ambitions. Alternatively, you can undertake a consultancy research project addressing the needs of a client, putting your skills and adaptability to the test.

Integrated Management Research and Professional Development

In addition, the Integrated Management Research and Professional Development module will support you throughout the course, developing your personal and research skills, according to your particular needs.