MBA Top-Up (DL)

Program Overview

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MBA Top-Up (DL) MBA

Overview

This Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-Up (DL) is for people with a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies or an equivalent postgraduate qualification. You can take your existing postgraduate qualification and ‘top-up’ to an MBA by studying either 60 or 90 credits.

We understand that your MBA is part of an onward journey. We offer extensive career support to help you gain a rapid return on your investment in yourself – and achieve your personal goals.

Why us?

• Benefit from employer engagement opportunities, employer visits and our guest speaker programme
• We've been shortlisted for Business School of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards 2024

Course structure

Students are taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, and tutorials.

Students studying via Independent Distance Learning will mainly learn through activities accessed on the Learning Management System, Canvas. Online activities and tasks are supported by limited live online sessions.

Assessment is through coursework, submitted at the end of each module.

Core Modules

• For the 90-credit top-up you’ll study International Business in Context (MGTM02) and complete your MBA Research Project (MGTM05).
• For the 60-credit top-up you will compete your individual research project (MGTM05).

Facilities

This distance-learning course can be studied from anywhere in the world. You'll need good internet access to use our Virtual Learning Environment, where you will access specially designed learning materials, e-books, e-journals, relevant websites and multimedia.

Entry requirements

We don’t currently display entry requirements for Ireland. Please contact the Student Admin team for more information.

This course is designed to support career acceleration for suitable graduate applicants. All levels of practical/work experience will be considered including applications from graduates with limited
o work experience post their postgraduate certificate or diploma who can display they will benefit from a course of this type.

A relevant postgraduate or equivalent professional qualification is a requirement to apply for this course.

If English is not your first language, please see our English language requirements.

Fees and finance

• 60-credit fees are:
  • £8,500 if you're from the UK/Europe
  • £7,500 if you're an international student
• 90-credit fees are:
  • £8,500 if you're from the UK/Europe
  • £8,500 if you're an international student

Career ready

The applied nature of our MBA Top-Up (DL) course will build on your previous managerial experience while moving you forward on a journey of practical professional development. The course is an investment in yourself that can lead to higher salary, promotion opportunities, greater employability and flexibility in an evolving job market.

Graduate success

Business graduates from Sunderland have secured roles in organisations such as Facebook, Microsoft, Sage, HSBC, IBM, Enterprise, Nissan, Accenture, Procter & Gamble, Merck & Co, Barclays, Marriott Hotels, Viacom 18, PricewaterCoopers and Adidas.

Industry links

We invite business leaders into the University to share their experiences with students. Past speakers include Divine Chocolate’s Head of Sales and Marketing and Sunderland Football Club’s CEO.

Learning from business professionals can be very useful if you’re not sure what career to pursue when you graduate. If you already have a plan for your career, these events are an excellent way to start building a network of business contacts.

Program Outline

MBA Top-Up (DL)

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Degree Overview:

This Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-Up (DL) is specifically designed for individuals who already hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies or an equivalent postgraduate qualification. You can "top-up" your existing credential to a full MBA by completing either 60 credits or 90 credits through this distance learning pathway. The program recognizes that your MBA pursuit is part of a continual learning journey and offers extensive career support to ensure a rapid return on your investment, both personally and professionally.

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Outline:

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Modules (90-credit top-up):

• International Business In Context (MGTM02)
• MBA Research Project (MGTM05)

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Modules (60-credit top-up):

• Research Project (MGTM05)

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Learning Delivery:

• Lectures, seminars, and tutorials are incorporated into the teaching approach.
• Independent Distance Learning students use the Learning Management System (Canvas) for primary learning with access to specially designed materials, e-books, and various resources.
• Live online supplementary sessions may be included.
• All modules are assessed individually at completion through coursework submission.

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Other:

• Completion timeframe: 7 months
• Tuition fee: £8,500 (current year only)
• University-affiliated library provides extensive online resources in e-book and journal formats including:

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Other:

• Course begins June 10, 2024 (next start date).

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The tuition fees are £8,500. This information was correct at the time of publication.