MBA Master of Business Administration (top-up)

The MBA is recognised worldwide as the premier postgraduate qualification in the field of business management. This MBA is a ‘top-up’ programme designed specifically for holders of postgraduate diplomas in business or management, allowing you to ‘fast-track’ your studies to gain a full MBA award. The programme assessment is project based and supported through expert supervision and online learning – it can be studied from any location worldwide.

Minimum 120 Level 7 credits or equivalent in a business or management subject. Examples of such qualifications include: • a Diploma in Management Studies from a British University • Edexcel Extended Diploma in Strategy Management • Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma in Management and Leadership • Postgraduate Diploma in Business and/or Management related studies • NCC Education PG Diploma in Business Management Qualifications and academic performance will be reviewed by the Programme Director. Advance Post Graduation Diploma in Maritime Business Management from IMBA. Candidates will be required to be competent in English. Candidates whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each element) or equivalent in a secure English language test. If the candidate’s English language does not meet the above standard, they will be given the opportunity to complete one of the University’s pre-sessional English language courses. English language requirements. Work experience is considered as part of the application process but is not essential. We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.

Candidates whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each element) or equivalent in a secure English language test. If the candidate’s English language does not meet the above standard, they will be given the opportunity to complete one of the University’s pre-sessional English language courses.

International students: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Part time (Home) £5,400 £5,560 Part time (International) £5,400 £5,560 There is a possibility to pay fees in instalments. Find out more about paying your fees.

UK students: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Part time (Home) £5,400 £5,560 Part time (International) £5,400 £5,560 There is a possibility to pay fees in instalments. Find out more about paying your fees.

UK/Home: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Part time (Home) £5,400 £5,560 Part time (International) £5,400 £5,560 There is a possibility to pay fees in instalments. Find out more about paying your fees.

International: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Part time (Home) £5,400 £5,560 Part time (International) £5,400 £5,560 There is a possibility to pay fees in instalments. Find out more about paying your fees.

September (main intake; some programmes may start in January)

Varies by programme; check with admissions team

• Distance Learning, United Kingdom