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MBA Global (2 Years), MBA, University of Portsmouth

the United Kingdom

University of Portsmouth

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About MBA Global (2 Years), MBA - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

Fast track your career and embrace the challenges of global business on this Global MBA degree with an optional industry placement.

Study topics that combine global business principles with an in-depth understanding of local market dynamics, including subjects such as managing change, creativity and innovation and the global business environment.

You'll develop a versatile, in-demand skill set to stand out in the employment market in high growth industries, and personalise your course by choosing from one of our specialist pathways:

  • Sustainable Business Innovation through Design Thinking
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Transformation
  • International Tourism and Hospitality Management
  • Strategic Leadership in Healthcare

You can study this degree as a single year course, or complete a second year placement anywhere in the world.

There are two ways to complete your placement — through a paid industry placement anywhere in the world, or through a consultancy placement where you'll work in teams within three unique organisations. You’ll be fully supported by our placements team at every step, whether you want to undertake your placement in the UK or abroad.

You don’t need to have a business related undergraduate degree to study this Master's in global business. Your scheduled teaching activities will be arranged for specific days so you have periods of free time each week to consolidate your learning or secure part-time employment.

Course highlights

  • Explore and apply global business principles through practical and realistic teaching and assessments
  • Choose a specialist pathway that interests you, from options designed alongside our research centres
  • Complete an industry placement year with a company or several unique organisations
  • Learn from a teaching team with experience and expertise from industries including global corporations, dynamic start-ups and non-profit organisations
  • Build your network by working closely with real businesses and entrepreneurs in one of the UK’s most entrepreneurial cities
  • Graduate ready for a range of careers in high growth industries, and a transferable skill set in demand by employers

Exit awards

Depending on the modules you choose, you'll graduate with the following exit awards:

  • MBA (Global)
  • MBA Global  (Sustainable Innovation through Design Thinking)
  • MBA Global (Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation)
  • MBA Global (International Tourism and Hospitality Management)
  • MBA Global (Strategic Leadership in Healthcare)

Who is this MBA Global course for?

This MBA Global is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals with pre-managerial work experience, and enables you to enhance your knowledge of global business and fast-track your career.

MBAs are widely considered and accorded the esteem of a prestigious professional degree globally. Reinforced by both our AACSB and CMI accreditation, and coupled with our integration of the PRME principles in designing the course, our MBA offers an engaging curriculum and learning experience to excel your career.

Graduates with limited business experience are also welcome to apply, as this programme is designed to offer as much practical support as possible to develop your ability to engage with, motivate, and contribute to teams, colleagues, and other stakeholders at all varied levels within the business.

Careers and Opportunities

As an MBA graduate, you'll have the skills to impact various fields and industries across the world. Your leadership, strategic thinking, and commitment to ethical business practices will enable you to contribute positively to economic, social, and environmental outcomes on both local and global scales.

Depending on your interests and experience, you could go on to work in areas like finance, consulting, technology, healthcare entrepreneurship, operations, human resources, or social responsibility. 

MBA graduates are qualified for a wide range of job roles across various industries, thanks to their diverse skill set and business acumen. The specific job roles you do will depend on your experience and specialisms. 

After completing your MBA degree, you could continue to become a chartered manager (CMI) or progress to DBA/ PhD level study.

MBA graduates could go on to be: 

  • General Manager/CEO
  • Management Consultant
  • Financial Analyst or Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
  • Data Analyst/Manager
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Real Estate Manager
  • Nonprofit Manager
  • Public Relations (PR) Manager
  • Educational Administrator
  • Telecommunications Manager

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree (or equivalent, including professional qualifications), not necessarily in a business related subject.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

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