Master of Business Administration MBA (Global)

Program Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Global) program at De Montfort University is designed for early career professionals and graduates seeking to enhance their business and leadership skills in a global context. Through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and self-directed study, the program develops analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, preparing students for careers in business and management. The program is delivered using a block teaching approach and incorporates a variety of learning technologies and support services.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Global) program at De Montfort University (DMU) is designed for early career professionals and graduates who want to enhance their abilities and gain leadership skills in a constantly changing business environment. The program focuses on developing analytical and numerical skills, critical evaluation and appraisal, problem identification and problem-solving skills, as well as effective interpersonal and team-building skills.

• To enable students to critically evaluate and adapt to a wide range of Business and Management issues within a global context.
• To develop students' analytical and problem-solving skills.
• To enhance students' communication and interpersonal skills.
• To help students build a personal development portfolio for use in their CV and job applications.

Description:

The program is delivered through a combination of weekly large group sessions, tutorials, online resources, and self-directed study. The course uses a block teaching approach, where students study one subject at a time. This allows students to engage with their learning, receive regular feedback and assessments, get to know their course mates, and enjoy a better study-life balance. They will also have access to the Kimberlin Library, which offers a space to work, study and access a vast range of print materials, with computer stations, laptops, plasma screens and assistive technology also available.

Outline:

Course Modules:

• Block 1: Leadership and Business Sustainability
• Block 2: Advance Strategic Management
• Block 3: Cross-Cultural Management and Marketing
• Block 4: Business Finance and Enterprise Development
• Block 5 & 6: One of the following:
• Research Methods & Entrepreneurship Project
• Research Methods & Consulting Project (simulator)

Teaching and Assessment:

• The course relies on a mixture of weekly large group sessions, tutorials, online resources, and self-directed study.
• Formative in-class feedback is used to engage learners in reflecting on their learning and meeting the assessment outcomes.
• The program utilizes a variety of learning technologies, including Learning Zone, Collaborate Ultra, DMU Replay, MS Teams, Turnitin, and more.
Students can also access LinkedIn Learning and learn how to use Microsoft 365 and study support software through the new Digital Student Skills Hub.

Teaching Contact Hours:

• This is a full-time course, and students should be prepared to devote approximately 2 hours of lectures, 6 hours of workshop, and 2 hours of asynchronous activity each week.

Careers:

• The program helps students develop the skills and knowledge needed for a variety of careers in business and management.
• Graduates have landed roles across the globe with companies including Deloitte, Barclays, and Software Group.
• DMU's award-winning careers service provides guaranteed work experience opportunities to help students gain valuable experience in their chosen field.

Other:

• The program is delivered using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) approach, which provides a wide variety of support, facilities, and technology to all students, including those with disabilities and specific learning differences.
• DMU Global offers a range of international experience opportunities, including on-campus and UK activities, overseas study, internships, faculty-led field trips and volunteering, as well as Erasmus+ and international exchanges.
• The program is offered in both September and January intakes.

2024/25 tuition fees for UK students: £19,800 2024/25 tuition fees for EU and international students: £19,800