MBA Professional at University of Derby

Programme overview

In a post-Brexit, post-Covid-19 world, professional leadership skills will be more essential than ever to drive growth and organisational change. Designed for ambitious managers and leaders, our MBA Professional blends academic study with real work-based scenarios. You will develop the strategic direction and vision to accelerate your professional management career and become an inclusive, forward-thinking leader and role model within your organisation.

What you will study

The course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma and MBA. To complete the MBA, you'll study modules such as: You will conclude your MBA studies with either a traditional dissertation or a Project.

Career pathways

Completion of this course will prepare you for senior leadership and management roles in the private, public or third sector. Job roles could include:

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally hold a good honours degree (minimum upper second class) from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) in any subject or a professional qualification deemed to be of equivalent standing. Alternatively, applicants may have significant management experience and a substantial record of achievement. Applicants meeting these criteria may not have previously studied at university.; We welcome and encourage all applicants as long as they can be considered adequately prepared to succeed on the programme. If learners have few or no formal qualifications, they may be able to gain entry to the programme if they have the required communication and learning skills as well as the knowledge, experience and motivation to succeed.; All applications are considered on an individual basis. Applicants may be invited to an interview, either on campus or online, as part of the application process.; When submitting your application, please ensure it is complete, with all the relevant documents requested in the application form.

Intake: September, January

Duration: Part-time: Up to 3 years

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