Master of Business Administration
(Management)
Programme Overview
The Master of Business Administration (Management) is a two-stage postgraduate programme designed to develop advanced business, leadership and strategic management capability within contemporary organisational environments.
The programme integrates advanced taught learning with supervised research and applied investigation, enabling learners to develop strategic thinking, analytical capability, leadership competence and professional skills relevant to complex and dynamic business contexts.
Stage 1 develops advanced managerial and professional capability through specialist taught modules focused on strategic management, leadership and governance, financial management, business analytics, project management, organisational behaviour and contemporary marketing management. The programme equips learners with the ability to analyse complex organisational challenges, apply integrated business solutions and enhance operational and strategic performance within contemporary organisations.
Stage 2 focuses on independent research, advanced investigation and applied problemsolving through a Research Proposal module and a substantial Management Investigation (Capstone Project).
The programme supports progression into senior professional, managerial and leadership roles across a wide range of industries and organisational contexts, while also preparing learners for further academic and professional development.
Course Information
Course Objective
Develop Advanced Business & Leadership Expertise
Build advanced knowledge and specialist expertise across core business, management, and leadership disciplines.
Strengthen Strategic & Analytical Thinking
Enhance strategic thinking, analytical capability, and evidence-based decision-making relevant to contemporary organisational environments.
Apply Advanced Management Frameworks
Develop the ability to critically evaluate and apply advanced management concepts, theories, and frameworks to complex organisational challenges.
Build Leadership & Organisational Competence
Strengthen leadership, professional, and managerial competence in improving organisational and strategic performance.
Develop Research & Problem-Solving Skills
Build independent research capability, problem-solving ability, and applied management skills for professional practice.
Advance Professional & Academic Growth
Prepare learners for professional advancement, leadership responsibilities, and further academic progression.
Programme Outcomes
- Critically evaluate key theories, concepts and frameworks in business and management relevant to contemporary organisational environments.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of organisational structures, leadership practices and governance within diverse business contexts.
- Critically apply advanced knowledge of core business functions, including finance, marketing, human resource management and operations, to support strategic decision-making.
- Analyse the impact of internal and external environmental factors on organisational performance and strategic planning.
- Analyse and interpret complex business information to identify opportunities, challenges and areas for organisational improvement.
- Develop innovative and evidence-based solutions to contemporary business problems using critical thinking and sound reasoning.
- Evaluate and synthesise quantitative and qualitative data to support informed business and management decision-making.
- Apply project management tools and techniques to plan, implement and evaluate business projects.
- Interpret and utilise financial and management information to support strategic planning and decision-making.
- Conduct applied business research using appropriate methods to support organisational analysis and decision-making.
- Communicate effectively using appropriate methods and formats for diverse professional audiences.
- Demonstrate leadership, teamwork and interpersonal skills in a range of business contexts.
- Apply reflective practice and self-management skills to support continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
Course Structure
The Master of Business Administration (Management) is structured as an integrated twostage postgraduate programme comprising a taught Postgraduate Diploma stage and a final MBA research stage, totalling 180 credits at Level 7.
Stage 1 – Taught Stage (120 Credits)
Stage 1 consists of the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Business Management, which develops advanced business knowledge, strategic awareness, leadership capability, analytical competence and applied managerial skills relevant to contemporary organisational environments.
The taught stage enables learners to critically engage with core business and management disciplines, including strategic management, leadership and governance, financial management, business analytics, project management, organisational behaviour and contemporary marketing management.
Successful completion of Stage 1 provides learners with the academic and professional foundation required to progress to the MBA research stage.
| Module Code | Module Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| M07001 | Strategic Management | 15 |
| M07002 | Leadership and Governance | 15 |
| M07003 | Advanced Business Research Methods | 15 |
| M07004 | Financial Management and Decision Making | 15 |
| M07005 | Business Analytics | 15 |
| M07006 | Project Management | 15 |
| M07007 | Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources | 15 |
| M07008 | Contemporary Marketing Management | 15 |
| Total Credits | 120 |
Exit Awards
- Learners who successfully complete 60 credits may be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Business Management.
- Learners who successfully complete 120 credits may be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Business Management.
Stage 2 – MBA Research Stage (60 Credits)
Stage 2 consists of supervised research and applied investigation through a Research Proposal module and a substantial Management Investigation (Capstone Project).
This stage enables learners to integrate and apply advanced business, management and leadership knowledge in the investigation of complex organisational, managerial or strategic challenges within contemporary business environments.
Learners are expected to undertake independent research, critically evaluate evidence, apply appropriate research methodologies and develop strategically relevant and evidencebased recommendations or solutions.
Stage 2 Modules
| Module Code | Module Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| M08001 | Research Proposal | 20 |
| M08002 | Management Investigation (Capstone Project) | 40 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
Successful completion of both Stage 1 and Stage 2 leads to the award of Master of Business Administration (Management).
Teaching & Assessment
Delivery is designed to support advanced, research-led and applied learning through a range of academically rigorous and professionally relevant teaching and learning approaches, including:
- Lectures, workshops and seminars
- Case studies, business simulations and applied organisational activities
- Research supervision and academic mentoring
- Online learning resources and discussion forums
- Independent study and guided reading
- Peer learning, collaboration and research presentations
Teaching and learning activities support both theoretical understanding and practical application within contemporary organisational environments. Where appropriate, learners will engage with real-world business scenarios, enabling the application of strategic management frameworks and evidence-based decision-making approaches to contemporary organisational challenges.
Entry Requirement
Applicants must have:
- A recognised Level 6 qualification (e.g. Bachelor’s degree) in a relevant subject area
- English language proficiency evidenced through Medium of Instruction (MOI) or an equivalent recognised English language qualification.
Relevant managerial, professional or entrepreneurial experience equivalent to a minimum of three years is desirable.
Learners progressing through the integrated programme may normally demonstrate this through prior or concurrent professional experience gained before or during the programme.
Applicants with an appropriate Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in a cognate subject area may be eligible for advanced entry into Stage 2, subject to institutional regulations and recognition of prior learning policies.
Progression Opportunities
To be awarded the Master of Business Administration (Management), learners must:
- Successfully complete Stage 1 (120 credits)
- Successfully complete Stage 2 (60 credits)
- Achieve a total of 180 credits at Level 7
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