MBA (Top-Up)

In the current uncertain business climate, there’s never been a better time to add value to your existing qualifications. The MBA (Top-Up) is a globally recognised qualification that gives you the opportunity to build on your prior academic qualifications to unlock enhanced career prospects. In just a few months of study, you’ll join the ranks of MBA-level professionals and will have the skills you need to apply for senior management roles in practically any industry. In fact, on Arden’s MBA (Top-Up) degree course, we go far beyond the standard business and management curriculum. While studying with us, you’ll learn everything there is to know about the development and implementation of business strategies, how to manage and sustain large organisations and steer them to success, and how to be an influential and respected leader in your chosen industry. During this postgraduate top-up degree course, you’ll also study a wide range of management disciplines - with ideas, experiences, and case studies taken from organisations and thought leaders across the world. You’ll have the opportunity to put your learning into practice from the moment you start studying, creating an immediate impact on your career trajectory and providing lasting value to your organisation. Explore postgraduate Business degrees Video • 2 mins

At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application. Eligibility To be eligible for this MBA (Top-Up) course, we need to see that you have: 120 credits at Level 7 in a broadly-based business/management award, such as a Postgraduate Diploma in Business, or an equivalent international qualification. English Proficiency If your Level 7 qualification was taught in English, this can serve as your proof of English proficiency. If you studied outside the UK, your institution may be able to provide a medium of instruction letter demonstrating that your Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma was taught in English Alternatively, an English Language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in each component) if English is not your first language. If you don’t already have the required qualifications for this MBA (Top-Up), Arden may be able to offer you a place on our full MBA programme. You can also explore our MBAs.

IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in each component) if English is not your first language

International students: £3,421 total (online)

UK students: £3,450 total (online)

UK/Home: £3,450 total (online)

International: £3,421 total (online)

October 2026, January 2027

Rolling admission — apply any time before your chosen intake start date; Arden runs several intakes a year and sets no fixed application deadline

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