Master of Business Administration (with Professional Placement/Project) MBA
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Course Summary
The Chester MBA offers you the chance to build your global network, test your creativity, challenge your perceptions and develop responsible management skills for international corporate success.
Studying with us allows you to tailor your MBA to your career requirements with our wide range of modules, whilst creating a global professional network with peers from around the world with our diverse student group.
Our flagship MBA degree will provide you with a firm foundation in core business principles, while developing a broadened outlook and understanding of the role of business in the world, all informed by the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) and Sustainable Development Goals. You will be challenged to explore the areas that interest you most and gain the strategic skills and insight to start a successful career.
Based in Chester, the famous walled city, our Business School is nestled on the banks of the stunning River Dee. The MBA is led by AMBA member Dr Trevor Omoruyi and includes a series of MBA Masterclasses from industry experts, bringing you cutting-edge business insights to inform your learning.
Professional Placement
Choosing a Professional Placement MSc is a win-win for your career, giving you the chance to get real experience, apply your cutting-edge skills in the workplace and stand out to future employers.
In the first year you will have help from the University to find a placement, whilst developing your expertise. You will then spend your second year out in industry on placement, getting the chance to work with industry professionals and grow your network of industry contacts. Bringing the latest business school insights to industry, you will get to make a difference to the workplace and make lasting links with your employer.
Students need to find and secure their own placement, supported by the University. A preparation module will also help you to get ready for your placement.
Professional Project
The Professional Project is your chance to get the experience you need to stand out to graduate employers and make a difference by solving real global business challenges and demonstrating practical application of your learning. Prepare for the future by reflecting on your experience and the enhanced skills that you have gained.
In the first year you will have help from the University to find a professional project whilst developing your expertise in the taught modules of your degree. You will then spend your second year working on a client-led project, getting the chance to work with industry professionals and building your contacts.
Students need to find and secure their own project, supported by the University. A preparation module will also help you to get ready for your project and develop your professional skills.
What you'll Study
Leadership in Action will embed the values of reflective action learning and cultivating a camaraderie culture distinctive to Chester. This is reinforced with subjects such as Leading and Managing Ethically, challenging you to think and act in management situations. The course ends with Preparing for Research Consultancy and Management Research in Action. These modules focus on making some form of impact through scenario/live projects, to deliver research projects for business-driven problems.
Modules
- Leadership in Action (Compulsory)
- Marketing across Boundaries (Compulsory)
- Finance for Managers (Compulsory)
- Leading and Managing Ethically (Compulsory)
- Strategic Management (Compulsory)
- Preparing for Research Consultancy (Compulsory)
In year two you will study a 20 credit module to help you prepare for the 100-credit Professional Placement/Project.
Advanced Professional Practice
(compulsory)
Students will research potential placement opportunities, prepare for interviews and competitive selection, as well as develop the core competencies they will need whilst out on placement. They will enhance their career and personal development through planning and gain core transferable skills in interviewing, applying and personal branding techniques.
Professional Placement
The Professional Placement is your chance to get the experience you need to stand out to graduate employers and
- Make a difference by applying your cutting-edge skills and latest business school insights.
- Prepare for the future by reflecting on your experience and the enhanced skills that you have gained whilst working.
- Grow your network by making lasting links with your employer and building your contacts.
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Professional Project
The Professional Project is your chance to get the experience you need to stand out to graduate employers and make a difference by solving real global business challenges and demonstrating practical application of your learning. Prepare for the future by reflecting on your experience and the enhanced skills you’ve gained.
Dr Trevor Omoruyi
MBA Programme Leader
Stuart Paul
Programme Director for MSc Marketing Management
Dr Farid Ullah
Programme Leader for International Business MSc; Associate Professor
Keith Chandler
Senior Lecturer in Business and Management
Andy Lewis
Visiting Lecturer
Karen Cregan
Senior Lecturer in Human Resources & Business Management
All of the students on the MBA course have different objectives, focuses and learning styles. We offer you a range of subject options so you can adapt your MBA to meet your career goals. Assessments can be presentations or written assignments – sometimes both – and a management project (dissertation).
Entry Requirements
2:2 honours degree
Applicants will normally be expected to hold a first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours or equivalent. In addition, it is anticipated that students will be able to demonstrate some form of previous work experience. Where they do not, the University will assess the student’s application carefully for equivalence and, where necessary, the student will be required to engage with appropriate employment-related experience early during their study programme to ensure that relevant skills are embedded in their learning journey.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency qualification.
2:2 honours degree
Applicants will normally be expected to hold a first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours or equivalent. In addition, it is anticipated that students will be able to demonstrate some form of previous work experience. Where they do not, the University will assess the student’s application carefully for equivalence and, where necessary, the student will be required to engage with appropriate employment-related experience early during their study programme to ensure that relevant skills are embedded in their learning journey.
Please note, some programmes have special entry requirements.
English Language Requirements
For more information on our English Language requirements, please visit International Entry Requirements.
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Fees and Funding
£16,285 for the full course (2024/25)
Guides to the fees for students who wish to commence postgraduate courses in the academic year 2024/25 are available to view on our Postgraduate Taught Programmes Fees page.
The professional placement / project year will cost an additional £2,650, due at the start of the second year of the course.
The University of Chester offers generous international and merit-based scholarships for postgraduate study, providing a significant reduction to the published headline tuition fee. You will automatically be considered for these scholarships when your application is reviewed, and any award given will be stated on your offer letter.
For more information, go to our International Fees, Scholarship and Finance section.
Irish Nationals living in the UK or ROI are treated as Home students for Tuition Fee Purposes.
Your course will involve additional costs not covered by your tuition fees. This may include books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery and related materials, specialist clothing, travel to placements, optional field trips and software. Compulsory field trips are covered by your tuition fees.
If you are living away from home during your time at university, you will need to cover costs such as accommodation, food, travel and bills.
The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships.
Full details, as well as terms and conditions for all bursaries and scholarships can be found on the Fees & Finance section of our website.
Your future Career
Careers service
The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.
Careers and Employability aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.
We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs .