Innovation, Enterprise and Circular Economy MBA

Program Overview

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Overview

We offer the world’s first and only MBA focused on the Circular Economy.

This new economic model aims to:

use resources and energy more effectively

reuse products and materials

deliver increased profit for organisations

As a student you’ll have a unique degree and first-mover advantage, opening up a range of new career opportunities. You’ll learn the core aspects of a traditional MBA programme, augmented by in-depth study of this contemporary economic model – equipping you with the skills you need to tackle the business, social and environmental challenges of the twenty-first century.

The curriculum has been developed in partnership with the

Ellen MacArthur Foundation

. You’ll study topics including:

regenerative product design

new business models

reverse logistics

materials, resources, energy and competitiveness

operations, marketing and strategic management

The programme is studied part time through distance learning, using a combination of self-study, online teaching and group discussions. This flexibility means you can fit your learning around your work and home commitments, and complete the MBA at a pace to suit you in anything from two to six years.

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Contact our Distance Learning MBA team

Enquiry form

Telephone:

+44(0)1274 790 112

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Professional accreditation

We are proud to be in an elite group of business schools to hold the triple accreditations of Equis, AMBA and AACSB, often referred to as the "

Triple Crown

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Rankings

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Times Higher Education Business School of the Year 2021

The Times Higher Education Awards recognise outstanding achievements in UK higher education. The School of Management was recognised for our focus on economic and social regeneration.

Our award citation states, "During the pandemic, the school focused its initiatives on helping graduates from disadvantaged backgrounds navigate the disrupted job market and on providing support for local businesses dealing with crisis trading conditions. The judges commended Bradford's "inspiring" support for students, alumni, schools and local businesses."

Find out more about our Times Higher Education Business School of the Year 2021 award

Program Outline

What you will study

All module information is for 2022 entry, and is subject to change.

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First year

Circular Economy Core Principles and Concepts

Materials, Resources, Energy and Competitiveness

Business Models for a Circular Economy

Diversity, Scale and Development

Enterprise and Innovation

Accounting and Economics for Decision Making

Digital Marketing, Branding and Strategy

Leadership for Transformational Change

MBA Management Project

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Learning and assessment

Our Circular Economy MBA programme consists of three stages:

20-credit core modules

– designed to help you get back in to learning and provide fundamental knowledge of management principles and theory, before leading into an in-depth understanding of specialist topics that are essential and relevant to the contemporary commercial world

10-credit core modules

– designed to help you explore contemporary management topics in more detail

Management project

– enables you to put the knowledge and skills gained throughout the programme to practical use on a relevant management issue

Your knowledge and understanding of each subject area studied will be assessed by the most appropriate means. This will typically involve the completion of a written assignment, an exam, or in some cases an assignment and an exam.

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How you study

Each module contains study units that you will progress through each week under the guidance of a module leader. This equates to approximately 14-16 hours of study per week.

If work or family life is particularly busy we offer flexibility for completion of the MBA in two to three years.

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Official programme specification

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Career support

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AWS Academy program from Amazon Web Services (AWS)

The School of Management has joined the prestigious worldwide AWS Academy program from Amazon Web Services (AWS). All students will be given an opportunity to enhance their employability skills, helping to make them ready for the world of work.

AWS Academy is a global program that provides educational institutions with access to cloud computing content to support student learning in a competitive digital workplace. As a member of the AWS Academy, the University of Bradford will help students become proficient and certified in the use of AWS technologies and ready to join the dynamic cloud IT workforce.

All learners will have the opportunity to seek professional certification with the skills gained through AWS Academy content, delivered by University staff that are AWS Academy accredited.

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Career Booster

During your time studying at the Faculty of Management, Law and Social Sciences you will have the opportunity to take part in our distinctive career booster programme throughout the duration of your course. The programme is designed to equip you with the necessary skills and graduate attributes to be job-ready when seeking employment with leading innovative organisations. The Career Booster Programme offers you the opportunity to gain certificates in:

The European Computer Driving License (ECDL) - the benchmark for digital literacy

Sage 50 Accounting and Sage 50 Payroll - training that will allow you to develop leading accounting and payroll software skills

Project Manager Professional certificates - giving you the edge when seeking to become a Certified Project Manager

Big Data analysis and reporting skills - using Software and Services (SAS) that will lead to certification.

In addition, the programme will also include activities to promote teamwork, confidence, communication and many other skills sought by employers.

Developing a portfolio of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certificates will demonstrate to employers that you are not only ambitious but also take responsibility for your own professional development.

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Career prospects

An MBA is an opportunity to either change career direction or consolidate experience then return and progress in a previous industry or job. The Financial Times Global MBA rankings show that alumni continue to operate in a wide range of sectors with, on average, 20% of them being in board level positions within three years of graduation.

The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career Development Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the

Careers

website.

Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of programmes there is direct input by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops.