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MBA at University of Kent - UCAS

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Course summary

Are you looking to fast-track your career and become an inspirational leader recognised for cutting-edge innovative, sustainable, entrepreneurship-minded thinking? If so, Kent Business School is the place for you to realise your ambition. The CMI and AMBA-accredited Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a prestigious and internationally recognised degree of the highest status. Studying the MBA, you learn about organisations and the context in which they operate, re-interpret these organisational frameworks and apply this acquired knowledge, practically. MBA students frequently springboard into high-calibre roles. MBA Alumni/graduates often become entrepreneurs and launch their own ventures, or take their sought-after skills to public bodies, such as the NHS. The MBA at Kent Business School is delivered by academics and business leaders at the highest level of their expertise. You will be encouraged to think deeply, question everything and find solutions to some of the most critical and convoluted issues facing business of tomorrow’s world. Your expertise, business acumen and ability to think on your feet will be tested on our exciting and demanding MBA Challenge module/experience which covers four areas vital to success in business. Throughout this course you will apply your learnings via industry visits, workshops, and our MBA Study Tour. Join a virtual MBA briefing If you are interested in studying an MBA, or have already applied and want to find out more, then Kent Business School’s MBA online briefings offer a unique insight into the criteria and learnings of the course – if you want to get a head start on securing your place, registration is essential. Not only will you hear directly from MBA Director, Debbie Kemp, who will run through the programme in detail, but also you will get the chance to ask current or past MBA students questions. Briefings generally take place on Wednesdays, from 13:00 to 14:00 (UK time). Reasons to study the MBA

  • Flexible course – study full-time (1 year) or part time over (2-3 years)
  • Receive a CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
  • First-class facilities at our Canterbury campus, close to London
  • Study at a ‘Triple Crown’ accredited business school
  • Our expert teaching staff appear in the top 2% of researchers worldwide
  • Take part in the Business Start-Up Journey through ASPIRE
  • Excellent Postgraduate funding options available
  • Dedicated MBA Suite
  • Double-accredited course (CMI and AMBA)
  • Graduate at the historic Canterbury Cathedral

Modules

The course structure is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new developments and innovation. You are required to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules.

Assessment method

The programme involves a taught and a project component. The taught programme is assessed by a mixture of coursework assignments throughout the year, and by examinations in January and May/June. You must complete two reports, to apply the techniques and insights you have learned to a business scenario.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Association of MBAs

How to apply

International applicants

The University requires all non-native speakers of English to reach a minimum standard of proficiency in written and spoken English before beginning a postgraduate degree. Certain subjects require a higher level. For detailed information see our English language requirements web pages. Need help with English? Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways.

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class UK degree or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification in a variety of subject areas and a minimum of three years' appropriate and relevant leadership work experience. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis for senior managers with more than ten years' managerial work experience who don't have an honours degree. An individual online interview will form part of the selection process, if you meet our general entry criteria. Our professional community Between 2020-2023, 20% of our students on the MBA have between 3-5 years of leadership work experience, with 40% having between 6-10 years, 19% having between 11-15 years and the remaining 21% having 15+ years of leaderships or managerial work experience.  Application Deadlines As places are limited, we advise applicants to submit their application early to guarantee consideration of an offer. Applications for the MBA received after 31 July will be considered on a case-by-case basis, if places are available. The course starts in mid-September. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this 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 .

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MBA at University of Kent - UCAS