MBA Master of Business Administration (with PgCert) at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

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Department: Business and Management | Duration: 24 months full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2026, February 2027 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules; Open All; Strategic Leadership for a Sustainable Future (30 credits)+; In this module, you’ll study different leadership theories and apply them to real business issues, with a focus on strategy and sustainability. You’ll work with business leaders to understand the skills employers look for in a digital and global workplace. You’ll also reflect on your own learning throughout the module. This will help you understand your leadership style and identify areas for improvement as a future business leader.

Career pathways

This two-year MBA course includes an integrated Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) in either Human Resource Management or Digital Marketing and Analytics. This gives you the chance to gain specialist knowledge in an area that aligns with your career interests.

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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.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time; University fee table Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2026/27). University fee table Source

Intake: October 2026, February 2027

Duration: 24 months full-time

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

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