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Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Buckingham - UCAS

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Course summary

The University of Buckingham is:

  • Home of the two-year degree, the University of Buckingham, based in the South East of England, is ranked 6th for Student Satisfaction in the UK (National Student Survey, 2020).
  • We are proudly independent and not-for-profit, and offer courses in Allied Health, Business, Computing, Education, Humanities, Law, Medicine, Psychology and Security and Intelligence. We are one of the few universities in the UK that offer September and January start dates for almost all of our courses.
  • Based in Buckingham on a riverside campus, we are only 20 minutes’ from Milton Keynes central station and a short drive from Bicester, Aylesbury, Banbury and Northampton. There is free parking on-site and we are within easy reach of London and Oxford.
  • Our award-winning small class tutorials ensure every student is known by name and supported throughout their studies, including by dedicated personal tutors.
  • As pioneers of the two-year degree, we offer a condensed version of the traditional three-year degree, meaning you can gain a full honours degree and complete your studies a whole year earlier. Alternatively, you can complete both your undergraduate and master’s degree with us in just three years: saving you time and money.
Embark on an exciting journey in business education with our newly revamped MBA programme. Experience the dynamic synergy and interactive learning that redefine success in the modern business world. At Buckingham, our student-centred approach cultivates collaboration and real-world applications, empowering you to excel. Immerse yourself in an agile learning environment, honing teamwork, and transferable skills crucial for leadership. Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), our MBA offers the opportunity to gain CMI’s professional qualification in Strategic Management and Leadership in Practice upon successful completion of the MBA. Join us to gain knowledge and to be inspired and empowered for leadership in the ever-evolving business landscape – a landscape to which we at Buckingham are continually adapting. The Buckingham MBA focuses on 13 main areas of learning, equipping you with skills needed for modern leadership in the dynamic globalised world of business:
  • Decision-making and Leadership
  • Strategic analysis
  • Digital Technology and Disruption
  • Sustainability and Ethics
  • Interpersonal and People Management
  • Negotiation and Culture Management
  • Marketing and Innovation
  • Financial and Managerial Accounting analysis
  • Personal and Critical Self-awareness
  • Operation and Supply Chain Management
  • Risk Management
  • Project Management
  • Research and Time Management.
Our MBA programme is taught both full-time and part-time. Each have two entry points available: September and January. The full-time programme is just one-year, creating an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to join the workplace in the shortest possible time. The part-time programme is staggered across two-years, making it more suitable for working individuals.

Assessment method

The assessment of individual modules within each course varies according to the subject. Assessment is usually by assessed coursework, presentations, posters, group work or a combination of these methods. Please check module information for more details.


Entry requirements

A first degree, good 2.1 or equivalent. (Professional career/experience in this field would also be considered) IELTS: 6.5 average (with 6.0 or above in each component)


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £13840 Whole course
Northern Ireland £13840 Whole course
Scotland £13840 Whole course
Wales £13840 Whole course
Channel Islands £13840 Whole course
EU £22144 Whole course
International £22144 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £22144 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Buckingham - UCAS