This CMI-accredited Online MBA equips you with the skills to excel in senior management roles and drive transformative change across industries. You’ll develop expertise in strategic management, marketing, and finance while refining your leadership abilities to navigate complex challenges, foster innovation, and lead diverse, global teams. With industry insights and real-world experience, you’ll be prepared to make a global impact; and optional specialisation courses allow you to tailor the MBA to your specific career goals.
We make learning possible anywhere, anytime, and in any way. On this programme, you’ll work through forward-looking, research-driven modules tailored for the real world — all at your own pace. Sharpen your professional skills and get ready for the real world as you experience a dynamic approach to learning through hands-on projects, innovative assessments, a practical dissertation, and on-demand support — all on our cutting-edge virtual learning platform.
Strategy in Practice
Master essential strategic tools like VRIO, Value Chain, and TOWS to drive business success. Gain a comprehensive understanding of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances to strengthen growth strategies.
Advanced Project Management
Hone advanced project management skills, focusing on planning, execution, and managing change in global, project-based environments. Develop the soft skills needed to adapt and lead in dynamic contexts.
Problem Solving and Research Methods for Managers
Sharpen your critical thinking and research skills to address complex business challenges. Learn to analyse issues, critique findings, and present actionable recommendations to senior management.
Strategic Marketing and Communication
Understand how international companies develop and implement marketing strategies to gain a competitive edge. Learn to apply market segmentation, targeting, and positioning to solve real-world challenges.
Strategic Leadership and Change
Explore how strategic leadership drives organisational change. Study modern leadership and change management techniques to understand how effective leaders navigate and implement transformation.
Financial Management and Decision-Making
Learn the financial strategies essential for effective decision-making. Explore budgeting, accounting, and performance evaluation techniques such as KPIs and the balanced scorecard to support strategic goals.
Strategic Investment Appraisal (Elective)
Master the art of resource allocation across projects with a focus on global investment strategies. Apply capital investment and risk appraisal techniques to make informed, high-stakes business decisions.
Global Brand Management (Elective)
Delve into the principles of global brand management, studying the creation, maintenance, and strategic growth of brands in international markets through case studies and theoretical approaches.
Beyond Profit: Responsibility and Sustainability in Business (Elective)
Examine critical ethical and social issues in business, including sustainability, diversity, and data privacy. Develop a strong understanding of business responsibility and its impact on global challenges.
Principles of Human Resources Management (Elective)
Explore the core principles of HR management, focusing on diversity, equality, and ethical leadership. Develop key skills to lead and manage teams effectively in today’s evolving business landscape.
Dissertation or Consultancy Project
Apply your knowledge to a focused study or consultancy project, showcasing your expertise and consolidating your learning from the programme.
We make learning possible anywhere, anytime, and in any way. On this programme, you’ll work through forward-looking, research-driven modules tailored for the real world — all at your own pace. Sharpen your professional skills and get ready for the real world as you experience a dynamic approach to learning through hands-on projects, innovative assessments, a practical dissertation, and on-demand support — all on our cutting-edge virtual learning platform.
Higher education requirements:
To be eligible for this online degree, you should hold a second-class honours degree of any background from a recognised university. However, the University of Roehampton encourages non-graduates with appropriate professional qualifications and those with third-class honours degrees to apply.
Language requirements:
This programme is delivered in English. If you’re a non-native English speaker, you’ll need to demonstrate a minimum standard of English language proficiency through a valid English language qualification, such as IELTS, that is no older than two years from the date of issue.
Roehampton’s dedicated to providing accessible pathways to higher education, including flexible financing options for your degree. Along with competitive tuition fees, we offer a range of financial assistance, including loans and external funding opportunities.
Study Loans:
Applicants from England and Wales can access a Master’s Loan of up to £12,471 from Student Finance. This loan can be used flexibly to cover tuition fees, living expenses, or other study-related costs. For courses longer than one year, the loan amount is evenly distributed across the duration of your programme.
Repayment Terms
Loans are repayable once you earn over £21,000 per year, with repayments spread over a maximum of 30 years. For more details on interest rates and other information, visit Student Finance England.
The University of Roehampton has been shaping futures since the 1840s, earning a reputation as one of London’s leading higher education institutions. For over 10 years, we’ve pioneered online learning, offering flexible, expert-led courses that fit around your life.
Ranked in the top 15% of young universities worldwide (THE Young University Rankings 2024) and among the top 10 UK universities for postgraduate satisfaction two years running (PTES), Roehampton combines academic excellence with a student-first approach to our online business, marketing, and computing degrees.
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