Program Overview
The Master of Business Administration at Aston University is a MBA programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Master of Business Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 18,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 18,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Business Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Measuring and Enhancing Financial Performance
- Creating and Delivering Customer Value
- Designing and Managing Operations, Systems and Processes
- The Global Economic Environment
- Crafting Organisational Strategy
- Leading Complex Organisations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To enter the online programme, you need one of the following:
A good UK honours degree or an equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University
A degree-level professional qualification
In addition, the applicant must have three years of postgraduate work experience and two references, one from an academic referee and one from a current or previous employer.
Applicants who have extensive work experience who have not completed a graduate qualification may apply. These applicants will be initially enrolled as certificate students and attend all the same classes as the MBA students. If they pass the first six modules, they will transfer to the MBA at no additional cost.
International Students
International students require an official academic transcript with an official English translation of university grades.
International students whose native language is not English will need to satisfy English language requirements with one of the following:
IELTS score of seven overall with no less than six in any section
TOEFL 105 (internet-based) with a minimum score of 22 in any section
Pearson Academic Test of English with a minimum score of 57 in all four skills
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 18,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 18,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 18,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aston University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Aston University
Aston University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Aston University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months