Master of Business Administration MBA, by distance learning
University of Leicester
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Course descriptionWith the Leicester Global MBA you learn from a pioneer in global executive education with a strong international reputation. When it launched in 1989, the Leicester Global MBA was one of the first AMBA accredited distance learning MBA programmes in the world. Today, over 12,000 Leicester Global MBA alumni worldwide are a testament to our expertise and experience in helping professionals succeed and being a student with us gives you access to this network of international ...Read more

Course description

With the Leicester Global MBA you learn from a pioneer in global executive education with a strong international reputation. When it launched in 1989, the Leicester Global MBA was one of the first AMBA accredited distance learning MBA programmes in the world. Today, over 12,000 Leicester Global MBA alumni worldwide are a testament to our expertise and experience in helping professionals succeed and being a student with us gives you access to this network of international business leaders.

With the Leicester Global MBA you can study fully online and benefit from face-to-face learning to suit your needs. Our online learning environment lets you study anytime, anywhere and includes lectures, live seminars and workshops, interaction with tutors and students and our online study guides. Each year you can attend our annual Leicester Masterclass that takes place at Brookfield, our new £16 million School of Business campus.

All teaching is delivered by School of Business academic staff who combine teaching with research and bring the latest knowledge and skills to their teaching. You'll study in small groups with extensive opportunities for teamwork allowing you to build your professional networks with fellow students and tutors.

When you take the Leicester Global MBA you'll have the opportunity to specialise your degree, tailoring the course to meet your needs. You have the choice of studying for a general MBA or following one of our three specialist routes: Finance; Human Resource Management; Marketing.

The Leicester Global MBA offers a great return on investment because you can continue to work while you are gaining a valuable qualification. By studying whilst you work, you, your team, and your company immediately benefit from your newly gained knowledge and skills. You'll also benefit from the opportunity to undertake assignments and the MBA Project on the topics relevant to your work and professional career aspirations.

Careers and employability

We recognise that career development is a major factor in your decision to embark on an MBA programme. With the Leicester Global MBA you will have extensive career support from the start – and after you graduate. As soon as you register on the programme, you get access to both the School of Business Careers Team and the University of Leicester Career Development Team, plus a suite of Professional Development Resources.

The Leicester Global MBA careers support is comprehensive and designed to support your personal and professional development so that you have positive business impact. The structured support will help you build a clearer picture of options and ensures you can confidently articulate your capabilities.

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36/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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43rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
36th

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Entry requirements

You will need to have at least one of the following academic or professional qualifications: First or second class honours degree from a UK university, or Equivalent degree from a non-UK university or academic institution, or Postgraduate degree or diploma from a recognised institution, or Equivalent graduate level professional qualification, such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Chartered Certified Accountant qualification or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Professional Qualification. You will also need a minimum of three years' appropriate and relevant postgraduate work experience (defined as having worked in a supervisory, managerial or professional role).

Tuition fees

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£17,700 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

As an indication of what you might pay, the fees for students who started in 2023/24 were: £17,700 and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2024/25 entry.

£17,700 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

As an indication of what you might pay, the fees for students who started in 2023/24 were: £17,700 and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2024/25 entry.

£17,700 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

As an indication of what you might pay, the fees for students who started in 2023/24 were: £17,700 and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2024/25 entry.

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University of Leicester
University of Leicester , Leicester

The University of Leicester, established in 1921, is celebrated for its pioneering research and inspiring teaching....

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