MBA Master of Business Administration (Finance) at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

The MBA (Finance) is a globally respected qualification. It's designed to develop your strategic understanding of how to manage and lead a successful business, with a specific focus on financial leadership. You’ll gain advanced skills in areas such as: Financial strategy; Corporate finance; Investment analysis; Risk management. The course is affiliated with the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). This further reinforces its industry relevance and professional credibility.

Department: Business and Management | Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2026, February 2027 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

These skills will prepare you for senior roles where financial expertise is key. The course is ideal if you're aiming for leadership positions with significant financial responsibility, whether in corporate finance, banking, consulting, or public sector roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require a relevant degree or equivalent professional qualifications. This course supports career acceleration for applicants with suitable academic qualifications. We'll consider all levels of practical work and work experience. This includes applications from candidates with pre-graduation or limited/no work experience post-degree if you can demonstrate that you'll benefit from this course. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

Intake: October 2026, February 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/postgraduate/mba-finance#apply

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