Master of Business Administration (University of Bedfordshire) Central Area, Central

Course details

The Master of Business Administration from University of Bedfordshire is a generalist programme giving you a broad knowledge of business and opening the potential for you to join an employer in a variety of positions. It will also give you an appreciation of the roles of most functions within an organisation, helping you to co-operate effectively with future colleagues in cross-functional tasks. The materials used in every unit focus on the application of theory to practice. You will be given many case studies to explore in depth to appreciate management practice.

The programme offers a comprehensive professional development programme for experienced manager. The programme aims to develop students entrepreneurial manager skills in an international context while promoting business innovation and creativity.

Programme Structure

The programme consists of the following modules to be completed in 4 terms*

Term 1

• Marketing for Managers (15 credits)
• Accounting for Managers (15 credits)
• Executive Development (30 credits)

Term 2

• Leading People in Organisations (15 credits)
• Managing Operations (15 credits)
• Executive Development (30 credits)

Term 3

• Strategic Management (15 credits)
• The Competitive Global Context (15 credits)
• Theory into Practice Project (30 credits)

Term 4

• Business and Financial Markets (15 credits)
• Small Business and Entrepreneurship (15 credits)
• Theory into Practice Project (30 credits)

Entry Reqluirement

• A recognised bachelor’s degree or professional qualification such as ACCA or equivalent
• Special entry is available for talented, motivated and mature candidates with diploma but with professional working experience

University of Bedfordshire reserves the right to change the above entry requirements and selections at their sole discretion.

Assessment Methods

Each unit is assessed by any combination of class participation, written assignments, projects or examinations. Assessment methods may vary according to individual unit requirements.