Norwich Business School

MBA MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EXECUTIVE PART TIME)

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MBA MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EXECUTIVE PART TIME)

Start Year
2023
Attendance
Part Time
Award
Degree of Master of Business Administration
Duration (years)
2

Assessment for Year 1

You will be assessed throughout the course using a variety of methods, including exams, assignments, group work and presentations. 
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This is the first year of your MBA programme

Assessment for Year 1

You will be assessed throughout the course using a variety of methods, including exams, assignments, group work and presentations. 
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Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.

This is the second year of your MBA programme

Clearing and Admissions Live Chat   
Register interest   
Open Days   

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.

Entry Requirements

Degree classification

Bachelor degree - 2:1 or equivalent

Degree subject

Any subject area

Additional entry requirements

A candidate’s work experience is highly significant and we are looking for applicants with a minimum of three years in a managerial, professional or entrepreneurial role and with experience of managing a team or project.  We will look carefully at your CV when assessing your suitability for our MBA programme, so you are strongly encouraged to include as much detail as possible about the responsibilities and tasks for each role and the skills you have developed from these.  If your CV does not sufficiently evidence your work experience, then we may not be able to progress your application.  

In addition, candidates should normally possess one of the following:

  • First or second class honours degree, or international equivalent, or;

  • Relevant postgraduate diploma, or;

  • Qualification from a professional body recognised by UEA.

Applicants who do not hold a first degree or equivalent will be considered on the basis of their business and managerial experience, their career to date, and their likelihood of benefiting from the course. The final decision is at the discretion of the MBA Course Leader.

Applicants for the Senior Leader Apprenticeship should also hold GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade C or above (or international equivalent) as evidence of Level 2 functional skills – evidence of these qualifications must be provided before enrolment on the course.

Students for whom english is a foreign language

We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:

IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in only two components with 6.0 in the others)

PTE (Pearson): 64 (minimum 59 in only two components with 64 in the others)

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

Other tests, including Cambridge English exams and the Trinity Integrated Skills in English are also accepted by the university. The full list of accepted tests can be found here: Accepted English Language Tests

 

 

Interviews

All candidates who meet the above requirements are interviewed as part of the application process, either in person or via MS Teams. This allows them the opportunity to ask any questions about the course, the School, and anything else they may wish to know that would help them complete their application.

Intakes

This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The next planned intake for this course is September 2023.

Course Reference Number: 6884902

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2023/24 are: 

  • UK Students:  £24,000 (part-time)

  • International Students: £24,000 (part-time)

Two year part-time course, £12,000 per annum.

We estimate living expenses at £1,023 per month. 

Further Information on tuition fees can be found here

 

Scholarships and Bursaries 

The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates. 

Course related costs

You will need to pay some subsistence expenses for the international project trip (flights and accommodation are included in course fee).

Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.  

Course Reference Number: 6884902

How to Apply

Applicants expressing an interest in the Executive MBA or Senior Leader Apprenticeship for September 2023 should submit a CV and a Personal Statement directly to the MBA Team: mbateam@uea.ac.uk

Your Personal Statement, should be no more than 500 words, and should outline:

  • the contribution an MBA will make to your career progression

  • the experience or qualities you would bring to the course that will benefit your fellow MBA cohort members

The MBA Team will assess and if suitable, arrange an interview. Candidates who are successful at interview will then be contacted by the Postgraduate Admissions Office and invited to complete a formal application form. 

Further Information 

If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying please do contact us:

MBA Team, Norwich Business School

Tel: +44 (0)1603 591753
Email: mbateam@uea.ac.uk

International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.

Course Reference Number: 6884902
Key details
Attendance
Part Time
Award
Degree of Master of Business Administration
Duration (years)
2
The part-time MBA has established an excellent track record of attracting successful, mature professionals and business people from across East Anglia to study at UEA for over 30 years. The overall aim of this part-time MBA is to develop your analytical and strategic management skills, using concepts derived from a wide range of academic disciplines, enabling you to respond creatively and effectively to the challenges of the business environment. It is designed to draw upon generic management knowledge and to develop the essential skills of analysis and critical reasoning and application, enabling you to add value to your organisations.
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