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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Our Masters in Business Administration (MBA) is an internationally recognised qualification with a flexible approach. It has been developed and designed to meet the requirements of the busy and talented business professional of today.
You will study six Core Modules followed by a choice of two Specialist Modules. At the next stage you will study Strategic Management plus a further two specialist modules. This completes the taught element of the MBA programme. The final stage is the Project stage which provides you with the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills, gained from the taught elements, in an applied business context. The following is a brief list of some of these modules:
- Business Economics
- Marketing Decisions
- Corporate Financial Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Leadership Communication and Change
- Strategic Management
You have flexibility in the mode by which you study. In addition to our online eMBA, the course is available either Full-time or Part-time:
Benefits of the Course
The Aberdeen Business School Masters in Business Administration (MBA) is recognised as one of the best in terms of quality and content. Our programme is supported by staff with academic expertise and credibility gained from current business, professional and consultancy activities. The learning experience takes place in our modern facilities within the Norman Foster building on the Robert Gordon University Garthdee campus in Aberdeen.
The placement of students in a local business organisation is a feature of the project stage and a project placement experience is available for students on the full-time course.
The leadership experience is a facilitated by interaction with both the content and people on the course and sustained through our alumni community. Once you have completed your MBA you can join the MBA Alumni Association.
MBA Entry
The MBA is a challenging masters' level programme demanding a combination of intellectual abilities and business experience. To gain admission applicants will normally:
- hold a first degree, at honours level at a top class banding either a first class or second class upper or equivalent*.
- have at least three years professional experience. This should include some management responsibility of people, resources, projects or finance.
- provide a resume or curriculum vitae detailing your employment history and main achievements.
- provide a written statement demonstrating your motivation and reasons for undertaking the MBA. You must demonstrate how the degree is applicable to your career, how it will help your personal development and what action you will take to leverage the MBA experience.
- provide two letters of recommendation from managers and others in superior positions within the employing organizations for employed applicants. Self-employed applicants or CEO/Presidents should submit letters either from business partners, respected individuals or board level referees.
- agree to provide information necessary to maintain and develop the reputation of the programme through external accreditation and rankings.
- be required to pass an interview. The interview is aimed at evaluating the candidate’s personal attributes deemed necessary for success in the MBA. These attributes include ambition, motivation, commitment, communication and interpersonal skills.
- where appropriate be able to demonstrate competence in written and oral English**.
Notes:
* If you do not have a first degree but have 5 years or more senior management experience you may be considered – please contact the course leader.
**If you are an overseas student who has studied a degree in the UK, Australia, United States or Canada the English language requirement will be waived.
Candidates from West Africa can demonstrate English language competence by providing a copy of a Senior School Leaving Certificate with the application.
Applicants without an honours degree may be allowed access to the online MBA degree by completing one of the Graduate Certificate courses:
Funding your course
MBA Scholarships
The Aberdeen Business School is able to offer a limited number of scholarships to assist exceptionally able students who wish to undertake its International MBA programme on a full-time basis.
MBA Bursary
Hobsons is offering several bursaries for international students wishing to study an MBA course. You can find out about the Hobsons MBA Bursary and how to apply for it by looking at Hobsons MBA Central.
MBA Loan Scheme
The Association of MBAs in conjunction with NatWest Bank have a loan scheme available. For more information on this see:
Course Enquiries and Contact:
Phil Burge
MBA Course Leader - Full-time MBA
Aberdeen Business School
The Robert Gordon University
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen AB10 7QETel: +44 (0)1224 263912
Fax: +44 (0)1224 263838
Email: p.m.burge@rgu.ac.uk
Bryan McNay
MBA Course Leader - Part-time MBA
Aberdeen Business School
The Robert Gordon University
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen AB10 7QETel: + 44 (0)1224 263833
Fax: +44 (0)1224 263838
Email: b.mcnay@rgu.ac.uk
Allan Scott
MBA Course leader - Online MBA
Aberdeen Business School
The Robert Gordon University
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen AB10 7QETel: +44 (0)1224 263428
Fax: +44 (0)1224 263838
Email: a.scott@rgu.ac.ukOR
MBA Administration
Aberdeen Business School
The Robert Gordon University
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen AB10 7QETel: +44 (0)1224 263836/263852
Fax: +44 (0)1224 263838
Email: postgrad@rgu.ac.uk
Register your Interest
The following form is for ALL Home/EU enquirers AND those International enquirers interested in NON Full Time study by distance learning:
International enquirers interested in studying Full Time (on campus) should use the International Full Time form:
Please note: These are NOT application forms. When you complete the relevant form you will be kept up-to-date with course details and documentation.
If you do want to apply please go to: Apply for a course
