University Campus Suffolk scholarship

We are strongly embedded in our local region, and our unique and integrated partnership with four colleges is central to our identity. Our national and international impact through research and innovation brings recognition and opportunity to the region.
The student experience is at the heart of what we do; the strong partnership between students and staff at the University is central to our ambitions. Our students experience the highest quality in teaching, learning and social environments. Scholarship and high impact research is pervasive within the institution, and we offer our students a transformational experience.

Introduction

The MBA is one of the most sought-after qualifications in the world. It represents significant value to both private and public sector organisations. The MBA offers sophisticated business knowledge at a senior level of management and significantly advances leadership skills. Undertaking this qualification demonstrates determination to succeed in a chosen career area and will bolster your confidence. The course aims to develop analytical and strategic management skills using concepts derived from a wide range of academic disciplines. This enables students to respond creatively and effectively to the challenges presented by a global business environment, and to broaden the range of management responsibilities they undertake.

Longevity and Reputation

The MBA offered at the University of Suffolk is one of the longest running MBA programmes in the UK. It will be celebrating its 30th birthday next year.

Flexibility

With us, you can choose to study your MBA on either a full-time or part-time basis. The programme is modular and is completed at a pace dictated by the student. The flexible structure of the MBA programme provides an opportunity to build up credit over time towards a full MBA.
It incorporates intermediate awards including the Postgraduate Certificate in Management (three modules, 20 credits per module) and the Postgraduate Diploma in Management (six modules, 20 credits per module).
The full MBA is achieved upon completion of seven modules and a dissertation (a total of 180 credits). Alternatively, you can also opt to take just one module as part of a Continuing Professional Development programme. On passing, this will give you 20 Masters Level credits, which may be used to build up an alternative Masters qualification.

Coverage

The core programme is wide-ranging and includes modules in Operations and HRM, Financial and Risk Management, Global Economic Trends, Strategic Change Management, Strategic Marketing, Consultancy Management, International Business Strategy, and Research Methods. Students are also required to complete a 15,000 word dissertation.

Tuition

You will be taught by knowledgeable professors and lecturers, each of whom has extensive experience in both senior management and academia.
Practice-based learning
Students will be involved in live management issues through various projects and assessments, developing leadership and management skills, and undertaking both group-based and individual work. Students are also invited to guest lectures by practicing managers, each of whom has extensive experience in their particular field.

Facilities

The course is delivered in the award-winning Waterfront Building in Ipswich. This is an inspiring location not least because of its views over the Marina, and is the focal point of an extremely well-resourced campus. Class sizes are small (typically between 10 and 15 students).
Course modulesFull-time students complete the course over one calendar year, with attendance, typically, on an afternoon and evening basis 2pm 9pm, two days per week. Naturally there is also a significant level of independent study required at Masters level. Part-time students taken between two and three years to complete the degree.
Financial and Risk Management
Global Economic Trends
Strategic Change Management
Strategic Marketing
International Business Strategy
Business Seminars
Research Methods
Dissertation


Entry requirements Academic Requirements

Hold a degree with a 2:2 minimum classification or equivalent from undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, or;
a professional qualification of graduate status, or;
an HNC or HND and have three years management experience, or;
have five years significant management experience.Non-Academic Requirements
Any offer of a place will be subject to:
demonstrate an ability to discuss and debate pertinent business issues during your interview.
International Requirements
IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language, or, a B2/C1 in the Common European Framework of References for Languages (CEFR).

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