Aberdeen Business School is recognised both nationally and internationally for its corporate and management education. In 2008 this course was listed as one of the top 40 online MBA courses available globally.
It has been developed to ensure that it meets the highest international standards and is of direct relevance to the real world. This distance learning MBA course is delivered online through the University's virtual learning environment, Campus Moodle, where you will have access to teaching material and communicate with lecturers and fellow students.
You will study online through the university virtual learning environment, Campus Moodle. There will be the opportunity for you to interact with tutors and fellow students from around the world.
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Distance Learning
Our supported distance learning mode of delivery allows you to study online from any location and is designed to fit in around your work commitments. You will be taught and supported by experienced industry professionals who will recreate the same challenging interactive format of the on-campus courses for those studying at a distance.
Our virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle offers students flexibility of where and when they can study, offering full and open access to tutors and other class members. Students have the benefit of being part of a group of learners with the invaluable opportunity to participate in active, group-related learning within a supportive online community setting. The online campus provides students with lectures and course materials and it also includes:
As online learners, students are part of a 'virtual cohort' and the communication and interaction amongst members of the cohort is a significant aspect of the learning process.
Details on the distance learning are also available from our Distance Learning Guide.
The MBA is a challenging Masters level programme demanding a combination of intellectual abilities and business experience.
To gain admission you will normally:
All international students, for whom English is not their first language, must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 570 (paper) or TOEFL 230 (computer) prior to receiving an unconditional offer of a place on the course.
The course is accredited by Association of MBAs (AMBA). It is regarded as the international authority on the development of business leaders and the guardian of MBA quality standards. It plays a unique role in supporting business schools to develop business leaders and provides a network for MBAs, business schools and employer.
Robert Gordon University is one of only a handful of institutions worldwide that have been accredited in respect of every form of the MBA.
MBA Scholarship
Aberdeen Business School is able to offer a limited number of scholarships to assist exceptionally able students who wish to undertake their MBA programmes. Further details can be obtained on MBA Scholarship .
For Academic Year 2013/2014
All Students
For Academic Year 2012/2013
All Students
Distance Learning Part-time
All course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change. Published fees apply to the course's mode of delivery.
For further information see Student Finance pages
All students can apply online by visiting Apply Online.
If you are a UK/EU student and would like a paper application form or further information, please email postgraduateadmissions@rgu.ac.uk.
If you are an International Student and would like a paper application or further information, please contact international@rgu.ac.uk.
Further details are also available from the Course Leader:
Allan Scott
Aberdeen Business School
Robert Gordon University
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen AB10 7QE
Email: a.scott@rgu.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1224 263428
View the 2011 MBA yearbook online
