Program Overview
The Master of Business Administration in Executive Leadership and Management at University of Worcester is a rigorous postgraduate programme delivered on-campus at University of Worcester. Designed for graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in business & management, the programme develops both theoretical foundations and applied skills essential for today's competitive environment.
Spanning 36 months, students engage with cutting-edge research, industry-relevant case studies, and practical projects. Instruction is delivered in English by research-active faculty with professional expertise.
The programme culminates in a dissertation or capstone project. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles, research careers, and doctoral study in business & management.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at University of Worcester.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Business & Management.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 36 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
Careers
Stand out from the crowd with this internationally recognised postgraduate qualification.
A Master of Business Administration (MBA) highly valued by top employers and could be the first step toward your career as a:
- Finance manager
- Human resources manager
- Marketing manager
- Digital strategy manager
- Information technology manager
- Product manager
- Finance analyst
- Managing director
- Business consultant
- Brand strategist
Links with employers
Worcester Business School has close working relationships with many international and regional businesses, as well as NHS and government organisations. Businesses that have helped develop the course, offered placements and contributed live client briefs include Lloyds TSB, Her Majesty’s Prison Service, NFU Mutual, Royal Mail and Hitachi Capital.
You’ll also benefit from our excellent links with professional organisations, including the Chartered Institute of Management, the British Computer Society and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Program Curriculum
Course content
The course is composed of eight taught modules and a research project. Each module is 15 credits and the research project one is 60 credits.
You have the option to choose two of the taught modules, allowing you to customise the degree to match your interests.
We regularly review our courses to reflect the latest research and developments in the subject area, as well as feedback from students, employers and the wider sector. As a result, modules may change to ensure the course remains current and relevant.
Optional modules will run if enough students choose to study them. It is not guaranteed that all modules will be offered every year.
Admission Requirements
Entry requirements
An honours degree at 2:2 level or above in any subject (or International students holding a qualification recognised as equivalent by the University). Entry to the Master of Business Administration requires all applicants to complete an application form which gives a variety of information about the student’s work experience, qualifications and motivation. These will be checked by the Admission tutor. Where information on the form is insufficient for a decision to be made the applicant will be requested to attend an interview with the Admission Tutor.
Any questions? If you have any questions about entry requirements, please call our Admissions Office on 01905 855111 or email admissions@worc.ac.uk .
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,500/year (international)
Fees
Fees contents UK and EU Students In 2026/27 standard fee for full-time home and EU students enrolling on MA/MSc/MBA and MRes degrees is £9,730 per year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may increase each year for both new and continuing students. For more details on course fees, please visit our course fees page . £9,730 International students In 2026/27 standard fee for full-time international students enrolling on MA/MSc/MBA and MRes degrees is £18,400 per year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may increase each year for both new and continuing students. For more details on course fees, please visit our course fees page . £18,400
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financial Aid & Funding Opportunities
A range of funding options may be available to students enrolling at University of Worcester. Explore all options early — many scholarships have deadlines months before programme start.
- University Scholarships: University of Worcester may offer merit-based, need-based, or programme-specific scholarships for postgraduate students. Contact the international or financial aid office for current awards.
- Government Scholarships (): National governments often fund outbound and inbound student mobility. Check your home country's government scholarship schemes (e.g., national student loan bodies, ministry of education awards).
- International Scholarships: Major funders include: Commonwealth Scholarships, Fulbright (USA programmes), Chevening (UK), Erasmus+ (Europe), DAAD (Germany), Campus France, Australia Awards, and many more.
- Employer Sponsorship: Professionals returning to study may negotiate tuition sponsorship with their employer, particularly for MBA or executive programmes.
- Graduate Assistantships / Fellowships: Some universities offer funded research or teaching assistant positions that include a stipend and partial or full tuition waiver.
- External Foundations: Rotary Foundation, Aga Khan Foundation, Ford Foundation, and many discipline-specific bodies fund postgraduate study globally.
- Payment Plans: Flexible instalment plans may allow you to spread tuition payments across the academic year.
About University of Worcester
University of Worcester
Worcester, United Kingdom
The University of Worcester is a public research university based in Worcester, England. With a history dating back to 1946, the university began awarding degrees in 1997 and was granted full...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-18
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
- Credits 60–90 ECTS (programme-specific)
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