Program Overview

Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at Newcastle University is a 12-month, full-time course that offers a carefully structured and immersive experience. The programme is designed to provide students with the opportunity to enhance their self-awareness, integrate and apply their learning, develop their consulting skills, and contribute to and lead diverse teams.

What You'll Learn

The programme is built around a distinctive approach to learning and teaching, focused on purposeful transformation. It offers a coherent and engaging learning journey, fostering personal and professional growth through hands-on projects, critical thinking, and experiential learning. The programme integrates digital/data literacy, sustainability, and a global perspective across all modules, preparing students for the challenges of future business.

Modules

The programme consists of several modules, including:

• Developing your core skills – Phase One
  • Core modules:
    • NBS8122 – Financial Management
    • NBS8124 – Marketing Management
    • NBS8126 – Strategic Management
    • NBS8159 – Organisations, Leadership and People Management
    • NBS – Operations and Supply Chain Management
  • Business in Action
    • NBS8490 – Business in Action
• Preparing you for global business – Phase Two
  • Modules:
    • NBS8489 – Business Analysis for Decision Making
    • NBS8497 – Entrepreneurship and Innovation
    • NBS8493 – Corporate Social Responsibility and the Challenge of Ethical Business
  • Electives:
    • Group A:
      • NBS8495 – Emerging Economies: Challenges and Opportunities
      • NBS8496 – Digital Transformation and Intelligent Systems
      • NBS8013 – Leading Organisational Change
    • Group B:
      • NBS8128 – Transitions in the Global Political Economy
      • NBS8096 – Finance and Investment
      • NBS8634 – Digital and Data Driven Marketing
• Making an impact – Phase Three
  • Management Consultancy Project
    • NBS8130 – Management Consultancy Project
  • Individual Project
    • NBS8523 – MBA Individual Project

How You'll Learn

The programme is delivered through a range of teaching methods, including traditional lectures and seminars, live case studies, group projects, and immersive experiential activities. Assessment methods include case studies, essays, professional skills assessments, oral examinations, oral presentations, portfolios, problem-solving exercises, reports, reflective logs, research proposals, written examinations, and written exercises.

Your Development

The programme is designed to help students develop a global perspective, digital transformation skills, and a deep understanding of ethics, responsible leadership, and sustainability. Students will have opportunities to engage in business networking, learning expeditions, and business competitions, and will be supported in their career development through a range of resources and services.

Your Future

Newcastle University MBA graduates work in a variety of roles and sectors, and the programme has a strong track record of supporting students in achieving their career goals. The programme's careers package offers a range of information and resources, including appointments with the MBA programme Careers Consultant, MBA-only extracurricular careers sessions, and access to online resources such as GoinGlobal and MBA Exchange.

Quality and Ranking

Newcastle University Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), and the Association of MBAs (AMBA). The programme is ranked among the top 200 in the world and top 50 in Europe by QS Global MBA Rankings.

Facilities

The Business School is located in a state-of-the-art building, with a range of purpose-built facilities, including computer clusters, lecture theatres, seminar and teaching spaces, a dedicated Student Hub and Quiet Space, and a contemporary café.

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the programme are £33,250 for both home and international students. The programme offers a range of scholarships, including the Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarships and the Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships.

Entry Requirements

The programme requires a 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent, and a minimum of three years' significant, full-time, post-graduation work experience. English language requirements include IELTS, Pearson, Duolingo English Test, or TOEFL.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted throughout the year, and there is no application closing date. International students are advised to apply at least two months before the course starts. The application process includes providing academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, English language test results (if applicable), and two referees. All selected applicants will be interviewed for the course. A deposit of £1,500 is required for international students who need a visa to study in the UK.