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MBA – MQF Level 7

The MBA Global is designed for a new generation of ambitious business professionals and graduates with an international outlook. The business world is experiencing rapid growth on an international scale and, now more than ever, managers within every industry need to be equipped with a strategy for global scalability.

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Steve C

Key Information

Campus Level Format
Domain Academy Masters Face to Face
Duration Pace Fees
18 months Part Time € 9,850 (EU Students)
Application Deadline Start Date Assessment
February 2023  March & October 2024 Assignments

About this Course

This is an Accredited Course by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), at MQF/EQF Level 7.  The MBA Global is designed for a new generation of ambitious business professionals and graduates with an international outlook. The business world is experiencing rapid growth on an international scale and, now more than ever, managers within every industry need to be equipped with a strategy for global scalability. Throughout the course you will develop skills and study areas valued and needed by the industry.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will have gained will gain these skills:

  • Strategic awareness and thinking
  • Confident leadership
  • Presenting logical and relevant arguments
  • Critical evaluation
  • Innovation and the confidence to challenge traditional ways of thinking

Areas you will study:

  • Strategic Management
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Change Management
  • Risk Management
  • Supply Chain Management and Logistic
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Business Research Methods and Data Analysis

‍Awarding Body

This qualification is awarded by the University of Derby and Pearson

 

Entry Requirements

Applicants should hold:

  • Applicants should normally hold a good honours degree (minimum upper second class) in any subject or a professional qualification deemed to be of equivalent standing.
  • Alternatively, applicants may have significant management experience and a substantial record of achievement. Applicants meeting these criteria may not have previously studied at university.

 

  • We welcome and encourage applications from people of all ages as long as they can be considered adequately prepared to succeed on the programme. If learners have few or no formal qualifications, they may be able to gain entry to the programme if they have the required communication and learning skills as well as the knowledge, experience and motivation to succeed. All learners will be asked to provide evidence of academic potential and commitment to confirm their ability to undertake the programme.
  • For students whose first language is not English, competence in English must be demonstrated through an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with at least 5.5 in each component) , or equivalent qualification.
  • You may be exempt from providing evidence of English language proficiency if you have gained your undergraduate degree from an English-speaking country.
  • Students should produce copies of certificates, full CV preferably in EuroFormat and passport-size photo.

If an applicant does not meet the above entry requirements, you are encouraged to contact the Academy for an interview.

Assessment Mode

Formative assessment will be provided across the breadth of modules to provide students with a structured learning approach, as well as feedback opportunities. The process may include self assessment, peer review, tutor feedback, and come from exercises based on, for example, enquiry based learning and problem based learning activities. Summative assessment will aid students in developing Masters’ levels in knowledge, skills and personal development. Over the course of a programme students will experience different assessment methods which may include computer aided tests, research projects, work based reports, case study analysis, patchwork assessment, and reflective reports. In all cases, assessment is directly related to either a student’s personal development or in applying solutions to their own organisations or case study organisations. In all programmes the final assessment at Master’s level will normally be a major piece of independent research and application. This challenges students to demonstrate a wide range of knowledge and skills.

Language of Instruction & Delivery Mode

This programme will be delivered in English at our Domain Academy Campus.

Course Funding Schemes

This course is eligible for individual funding through these schemes: GET QUALIFIED SCHEME Candidates can benefit from a 70% rebate of the course fee via tax credits. Learn more about this scheme

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    * Required

    - Course: MBA

    - ECTS: 180 UK Credits (equivalent to 90 ECTS)

    - Mode of Learning: Face-to-Face

    - Pace of Learning: Part-Time

    - Assessment: Assignments

    - Fee EU Students: €9850

     

    Course Outline 

    Phase 1

     

    Module 1 

    Strategic Leadership & Management (10 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    Learners will explore strategic leadership and management in practice where ethics, diversity and performance management are important considerations, especially during times of uncertainty and volatility in operating markets.

     

    Module 2 

    Strategic Change Management (10 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    Learners will explore different perspectives on strategic change where an appreciation of the relationships between organisational culture, power and internal politics, and organisational learning. Understanding theses different perspectives will enable learners to explore, in greater depth, how strategic change management is applied in practice.

     

    Module 3 

    Strategic Marketing Management (10 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    Learners will investigate how marketing plans are designed to contribute towards an organisation’s mission and strategic objectives. They will consider the management decisions that have to be taken when implementing different elements of the marketing mix (product, price, people and place) and how marketing plans can be monitored and controlled to maximise the benefits to the organisation and its stakeholders.

     

    Module 4

    Financial Principles and Techniques for the Strategic Manager (10 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    This unit focuses on the financial data and management information that strategic manager’s use when making financial decisions. These decisions will be about the planning and allocation of resources based on the financial models and financial statements prepared and presented by the organisation’s management accountants and financial accountants.

     

    Phase 2

    Module 5

    Business Research Methods and Data Analysis (10 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    This module prepares you to apply your dissertation or corporate placement project in an organisational or industry context, and to undertake management interventions in the workplace. It brings your knowledge of your own area of professional practice together with the skills to investigate issues of professional concern. 

     

    Module 6

    Risk Management in a Global Context (10 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    Providing a critical analysis of the management of risks within the global business environment, and how effective management can lead to successful performance. Using a variety of live and historic case studies, you will consider risk identification strategies, risk analysis approaches, and the management of risks.

     

    Module 7

    Global Supply Chain Management and Logistics (10 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    Taking an in-depth look at the increasing need for managing the global supply chain effectively. This aspect of an organisation is seen as a ‘strategic asset’ which can improve efficiency, customer satisfaction and financial results. As a consequence, managing the supply chain is key in terms of how an organisation performs to meet its goals and strategy.

    During the programme, you will also attend two support modules to develop your personal business skills and enhance your career coaching and mentoring skills.

     

    Phase 3

    Module 8

    Dissertation / Corporate Placement Project (30 ECTS)

    (Core Module)

    The dissertation represents a major learning experience for students, providing an opportunity to pursue in considerable depth and with suitable academic rigour a specific area of management and/or strategy, building on the study of relevant concepts, models and paradigms. Each research project will be supervised by a specialised research supervisor. At the beginning, and as part of this module, a dissertation topic and research objectives will be individually negotiated and agreed. This initial collaboration with the supervisor will demonstrate that the proposed research and objectives can be achieved. Students will also have to complete an ethical approval form that meets the University of Derby’s ethics guidelines. The final work will comprise a dissertation or action-based study, a reflective statement and development plan. This whole process will normally be independently assessed by two tutors, one of whom will be the Dissertation Supervisor.

     

    Materials included in the Course Fee:

    - Tuition

    - Course Materials

    - Assessments

    - Certification upon successful completion of the course

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