MBA (Full-time) at Aston University

Programme overview

The Master of Business Administration, delivered in the heart of Birmingham, covers core management disciplines, while building on Aston University’s strengths in business, technology, and enterprise. Founded by Birmingham’s employers, the University maintains strong industry connections, integrating these ties into its intense, experiential MBA learning experience that fosters an entrepreneurial mindset.

What you will study

Taught stage core modules: Strategy and Economics for Global Competitiveness, Financial Analysis to Drive Value, Strategic Marketing, Planning and Analytics, Operations Management Transformation, Leadership for Tomorrow, Startup Lab Aston. Dissertation stage core modules: Strategic Technology and Global Business Challenges, Aston Edge, MBA Consultancy Research Project.

Career pathways

Aston University's MBA programme prepares participants for a variety of senior level careers in business, including management consulting, leadership positions in a range of disciplines, and entrepreneurship: Work with clients to drive organisational change and efficiency in a fast-moving technological environment Create and execute strategies to drive sales, brand awareness, and engagement across sectors and global markets

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Application information

Entry requirements

One of the following: At least a 2:2 (lower second-class honours) degree or equivalent Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University A degree-level professional qualification

Domestic applicants: GBP 26,000 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fees Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fees Source

Intake: January 2027, September 2027

Duration: One year

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