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MBA Administration Top-up

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MBA Administration Top-up

Are you ready to be the future of business?

Birmingham Newman welcomes applicants onto the Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top Up from any background, regardless of your industry experience. If you hold a qualifying undergraduate degree and aspire to be a resilient, sustainable and progressive business leader or manager, this MBA programme is for you.

With you at the centre of everything we do, you’ll embark on a dynamic learning journey designed to make you career-ready and future-focused. Supported by our expert academic team and dedicated professional services, you’ll gain more than knowledge—you’ll develop the confidence, skills, and industry insight to lead and manage dynamic teams, and work strategically within your chosen industry sector.

Studying an MBA with Birmingham Newman University can help you progress along your chosen career path, transition into a new industry, and develop new knowledge, skills, and capabilities. Our executive professional programme blends rigorous learning with real-world application, prioritising employability, professional development, and industry engagement. You’ll have opportunities to connect with business leaders, tackle real challenges, and build a portfolio of applied experience.

When you graduate, you won’t just hold an MBA – you’ll stand out with globally relevant expertise, practical experience, and a competitive edge aligned with your ambitions.

Ready to transform your future? Apply now and take the first step toward your management journey.

What does this course cover?
With a focus on supporting students in becoming the business leaders of tomorrow, you will study modules that will develop your knowledge in sustainable business, market-focused management, financial management, team leadership and consultancy. Course content is both academic and industry relevant, helping to inform you of the contemporary world of business. As a student on our MBA programme, you will also have access to exclusive academic and career support sessions which are designed to support you in getting the most from your learning journey and support you in planning for your future career goals.
How will I be assessed?
Assessments for the MBA programme have been designed around industry relevant criteria. You will have opportunities to develop key employability skills such as report writing and presenting skills through assessment. In addition to summative assessment, you will be supported throughout the programme with formative assessment opportunities that provide you with continuous feedback and opportunities for professional development.

At Birmingham Newman University, you’re at the centre of everything we do. Our innovative, student-focused approach ensures your learning experience is tailored to your goals and ambitions. We combine academic excellence with strong industry engagement, delivering a curriculum that’s current, practical, and aligned with professional standards. Our expert teaching team brings diverse experience across sectors, research, and consultancy – giving you real-world insights and a competitive edge. With us, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to thrive as a confident, future-ready leader.

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Entry requirements

120 credits in a related Postgraduate Degree or Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent.

If English is not your first language, you must have an IELTS score of 6.5, with no element below 6.0. (Other English language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information).

Consideration will be given to applicants with lower grade in qualifications (e.g. a 3rd class degree or non-honours degree) who have a relevant range of post study professional experience. Professional experience will be considered by the programme leader in conjunction with the quality office on an individual basis.

Course fees

The tuition fee for academic year 2025/26 is: £9,000. Tuition fees for courses starting January to May 2026, fall within the 2025/26 academic cycle.

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