University of East Anglia UEA

MBA Master of Business Administration

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The Master of Business Administration from the University of East Anglia (UEA) is a prestigious programme designed to challenge and transform your approach to business. This 12-month programme is delivered by Norwich Business School and accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) combines academic excellence with real-world experience, preparing you for leadership in today’s business environment.

At UEA, you'll learn from leading academics and industry experts, gaining experience through two live consultancy projects. The programme also includes a London residential visit, where you'll engage with senior managers from top organisations. With an international cohort and small class sizes, you'll benefit from a personalised learning environment that enables collaboration and professional growth.

Key features include dual accreditation from AMBA and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), giving you a globally recognised qualification. You'll also receive a CMI membership during your studies and be eligible for a CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice. Upon graduation, you’ll become part of UEA’s global MBA alumni network, maintaining valuable connections throughout your career.

Entry requirements

  • Applicants who do not hold a first degree or equivalent will be considered on the basis of their business and managerial experience, their career to date, and their likelihood of benefiting from the course.

  • All candidates who meet the entry requirements will be interviewed online as part of the application process. 

 

Grade Requirements: 

  • First or second class honours degree, or international equivalent.

  • Relevant postgraduate diploma.

  • Qualification from a professional body recognised by UEA.

English Proficiency: 

International students whose first language is not English are expected to show proof of English proficiency. An IELTS overall score of 6.0 is required. Other language tests such as PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT and equivalents are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme

    We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • British Council Great Scholarship

    British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.

    Up to £10,000

  • David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health

    The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.

  • International Early Payment Awards (September Start)

    Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.

  • International PG Merit Scholarship C

    £4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.

  • Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship

    Total Value - £13,250

    Up to £13,250

  • The Annabel Abbs Scholarship

    Please contact the provider

  • Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)

    Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MBA Master of Business Administration at the University of East Anglia can pursue a variety of roles such as:

  • Chief Executive Officer

  • Business Development Manager 

  • Corporate Finance Manager 

  • Operations Consultant

  • Startup Founder

  • Marketing Manager

Cost of study

Students who wish to enrol for the MBA Master of Business Administration from the University of East Anglia (UEA) are to pay a tuition fee of 26,950. However, this fee is provisional and subject to change.

Admission

Applicants can submit their applications for this course via UCAS. For more details on the process, feel free to consult one of our experienced counsellors.

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