Full Time Executive MBA

Structure of the Executive MBA
The Executive MBA consists of 8 taught modules (each worth 15 credits) and a 60 credit individual research dissertation. Normally, part-time students study two modules in each semester, whilst full-time students study 4 modules in each semester. However, varying rates of study can be arranged.

Semesters are 15 week blocks and there will be a 3-hour class for each module per week. Students obtaining 60 credits will be eligible for a Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration and a Post Graduate Diploma with 120 credits. The final stage is a dissertation and you may not formally commence this until you have completed the entire taught stage. On successful completion of the dissertation an MBA will be awarded. Skills Development An important element in studying an MBA is the acquisition of skills. You will develop analytical abilities as well as essential managerial skills such as team working, leadership and effective communications. An ability to interpret data is also developed through modules such as Managing Finance, Managing Operations, Managing Information and Research Methods. By the time you reach the final dissertation, you will be able to apply these to the investigation of a major strategic issue. Assessment of the MBA The structure of the programme has been created with specific progression in mind and the assessment methods are designed both to reflect and support this aim. Students are assessed via a wide range of methods in order to ensure the development of an extensive range of abilities and skills over the duration of the programme. These methods include management reports, case studies, group activities, presentations, time constrained assessments and a dissertation. If you are not in employment, experience to support assessment is available through the university's Business Bridge and Community Bridge initiatives Some modules offer case study assignments. Participants will normally receive only one award for this programme.This will be the highest award for which they qualify at their point of exit. Application to the Executive MBA Our philosophy enables us to accept a wide range of applicants, the key criteria being that all candidates must be able to demonstrate an ability to benefit from, and contribute to, the programme. This will normally require that you have at least three years relevant managerial experience. Most people join us at the start of the programme whilst in a few other cases there is a possibility of awarding exemptions from specific modules. This can be discussed at interview. Although most applicants are graduates the fact that you may not have a degree is not a bar to entry. Applications from nonstandard entrants are welcomed by the Programme Team. Usually, those falling within this category have significantly more experience. To be considered for admission a candidatemust normally be: · in a managerial position at work with a minimum of three years appropriate experience; and · a graduate of a UK university or equivalent degree awarding institution; or · the holder of a professional qualification recognised as degree equivalent; or · the holder of a specified diploma; or · the holder of a level 5 NVQ in managerial or equivalent award. If you feel that you do not meet the Executive MBA criteria, the School offers an alternative, full-time MBA programme for those students with less managerial work experience. Overseas applicants will be expected to provide evidence of a level of English ability equivalent to 6.5 of the International English Language Testing Standards (IELTS) achieved within the past 24 months.