Masters | Postgraduate Course - Master of Business Administration MBA Course Details within Newcastle University

MBA 12 months full time; 24 months part time (Executive MBA)

The MBA aims to advance the knowledge and practice of management through a 'real-world' learning environment, structured around a vigorous analysis of organisational practice and informed by relevant and contemporary research. Accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), the programme has been ranked among the world's top 100 MBA programmes by the Economist Intelligence Unit 2009. The programme focuses on issues such as: globalisation; organisational transformation and corporate governance; technological innovation, e-business, entrepreneurship and information management.

The programme comprises compulsory modules (70 credits), optional modules (60 credits) and a research dissertation (50 credits). Compulsory modules typically include: the global business environment; managing people and organisations; developing and implementing corporate strategy; leading change; operations management; strategic marketing; managing information; and accounting and finance. You also select optional modules from a range of specialised areas such as: business in China; exploring e-business; international marketing; finance and investment; international entrepreneurship; service management; business support in a practical setting; introduction to small business.

Students also develop their 'soft skills' through the personal and professional development module, which runs through semesters one and two and are provided the opportunity to engage with real businesses via the 'Live' management consultancy project.

Executive part-time students attend seven three-day blocks in Year 1 and seven three-day blocks in Year 2; these include an international management consultancy trip in Year 2.

The MBA is only for professionals who have significant post-graduation work experience. You must have a minimum of three years' full-time work experience and an upper-second-class Honours degree or international equivalent. Applicants whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with no less than 6.0 in any element. Interviews (telephone or in person), will form a significant part of the applications process. Our INTO Newcastle University Centre can provide extra tuition to help you meet the University's English language requirements.

UK/EU students - own employer sponsorship; preferential loans taken under the AMBA Loan Scheme.

International students - own government; University scholarships.