Master of Business Administration, part-time Glasgow (MBA) at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

The Strathclyde MBA is a practice-focused programme at Strathclyde Business School, triple-accredited by AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS, built around capabilities, strategy in practice and responsible leadership, with Global Practitioners bringing industry experience to the classroom.

What you will study

The MBA is built on three blocks of 10-credit modules: Building Capabilities (Operations & Project Management, Entrepreneurial Thinking & Practice, Marketing Management, Managing Value-Driven Analytics, Consulting Skills leading to the Consulting Impact Challenge), Responsible Leadership (Accounting and Financial Management, Leading a Sustainable Organisation, Strategic Leadership Development, Responsible Organisation leading to the Boardroom Challenge) and Strategy in Practice. The capstone project can follow a research, consulting or entrepreneurial pathway.

Career pathways

MBA students have a dedicated in-house careers service with career planning, skills development and personal coaching.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a UK degree or equivalent academic qualification (professional qualifications also considered), be at least 24 years old and have at least three years' full-time postgraduate experience in which managing people and resources played a significant role. Applicants complete essays, provide references and attend a formal interview; GMAT is not standard but may be requested. Direct entry without a degree may be offered to applicants with non-degree or professional qualifications plus at least five years' varied management experience, or 10 or more years of extensive management experience (not available for the full-time programme). Computer competence in word processing, spreadsheets and report writing is required. English language (first language not English): minimum IELTS 6.5; applicants slightly below may be considered if they undertake pre-sessional study.

GBP 13,125 a year (2026/27). Glasgow Executive MBA (part-time over 2 years): £13,125 in each of years 1 and 2 (total £26,250) Source

Intake: April and September (October entry also referenced in fee notes)

Duration: Part-time, 2 years

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