Master of Business Administration
Bournemouth University
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Develop a global business mindset by building the skills and networks needed to lead in our complex, evolving global economy. Refine your leadership credentials through industry visits, consultancy projects, and the principles of sustainability.Why study Master of Business Administration at BU?A crafted course that develops your mindset to tackle the reality of the business world including emerging technology and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)Advance your leadership ...Read more

Develop a global business mindset by building the skills and networks needed to lead in our complex, evolving global economy. Refine your leadership credentials through industry visits, consultancy projects, and the principles of sustainability.

Why study Master of Business Administration at BU?

A crafted course that develops your mindset to tackle the reality of the business world including emerging technology and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)
Advance your leadership and managerial skills through consultancy projects and industry engagements that transfer your knowledge into business action
Develop your confidence in resolving complex business challenges through creative assessments
A community of life-long learning through associate membership of AACSB, BGA, CMI, and IDM
Choose to take an optional 30-week work placement to enhance your employability and put into practice the taught elements of this course.

Course accreditations
The accrediting bodies on this course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the BU Business School experience.

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation is a hallmark of excellence that has been awarded to fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide
Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accreditation gives you complimentary CMI student membership (and access to resources and services) and when you graduate, you’ll receive a CMI L7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
Accredited by the Institute of Data & Marketing (IDM), upon successful completion of your degree, you will be able to obtain the IDM Certificate in Digital and Data-Driven Marketing.

Course details
The MBA is made up of six core units and option units and a consultancy or research project.

Careers
With academic expertise drawn upon from across BU’s Faculties, our MBA is constantly evolving to ensure it remains at the forefront of change and advancement in all sectors. This course provides you with a springboard for developing a managerial career.

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55/279
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70th
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72nd

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Entry requirements

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject and a minimum of two years relevant full-time work experience. However, applicants with other backgrounds may be invited to interview and are encouraged to discuss their application with the MBA Director.

Tuition fees

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£15,250 per year

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£15,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

£20,000 per year

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£20,000 per year

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Bournemouth University
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