Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Leadership at University of the West of Scotland

Programme overview

This MBA is designed specifically for graduates who have already taken their first steps in their business career, who are ready to move into leadership roles with more responsibility. During this programme, you’ll gain the knowledge and expertise that you need to progress into management positions, and will be ready to lead businesses of all sizes, whether your next role is with a start-up, SME or a multinational corporation.

Duration: Runs over 3 terms | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Paisley: September, January, May; London: September, January, May | Location: Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MBA Pathways program has a number of core modules, which will enable students to lead from within through innovation and creative thinking, shaping them into a leader for the ever-changing context of business. Modules include: Fundamentals of Senior Management, The Strategic Manager, Professional Management and Research Skills, Ethical Leadership Responsible Organisations, Theories of Leadership, Strategic Business Project, Developing Professional Practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic Requirements: You will normally be expected to satisfy at least one of the following admission requirements: Have a degree awarded by an appropriate institution; Have a postgraduate award (passed at an appropriate level); Have an appropriate professional qualification such as those from ACCA or CIMA; Have passed a pre-Master's, or other foundation course; Be a mature student with relevant work or professional experience; You may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed equivalent. NB: International students may be interested to note UWS work in partnership with Olympia College to deliver the MBA course in Malaysia. Learn a Language; Want to learn British Sign Language, French or Spanish in addition to your postgraduate studies? We offer a range of beginners-level modules on our Paisley and Ayr campuses. Go on! Broaden your horizons and enhance your international perspective and CV. Study Modern Languages;

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,275 a year (2026/27). Scottish: per year of study Source

International applicants: GBP 16,275 a year (2026/27). International (all other EU plus Non-EU): per year of study Source

Intake: Paisley: September, January, May; London: September, January, May

Duration: Runs over 3 terms

Apply through the official page: https://www.uws.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/postgraduate-course-search/master-of-business-administration-mba-with-leadership

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