Master of Business Administration MBA

The University of Buckingham’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to provide an interactive learning experience, with a significant focus on collaboration. Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the programme offers graduates the opportunity to earn an extra professional qualification in Strategic Management and Leadership in Practice. It is available as a one-year full-time course or a two-year part-time option, with entry points in September and January, making it convenient for recent graduates and working professionals.

The curriculum covers about 13 key areas for business leadership, including Decision-making and Leadership, Strategic Analysis, Digital Technology and Disruption, Sustainability and Ethics. The programme is open to candidates who want to venture into the business world, understand management principles, and build a startup.

Learning in the MBA programme is interactive, combining lectures, visual content, case studies, role play, games, simulations, and group projects with business applications. Students engage in discussions to brainstorm and share ideas, presentations to boost their confidence level, and strategic problem-solving exercises to develop practical skills. Assessment methods include coursework, written reports, and group assignments, ensuring students gain theoretical and hands-on experience.

The University of Buckingham is a private university in England, known for its small class sizes, personalised learning experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and two-year degree programmes. Founded in 1976, it has a strong reputation for academic excellence, particularly in Business, Law, and Medicine. The university is heavy on independent research and practical skills, making it an attractive choice for students seeking a conducive atmosphere.

Grade Requirements

• To join the MBA, candidates need a 2:2 or above in any degree subject. However, in some cases, these entry requirements can be minimal if applicants have substantial relevant work experience.

English Proficiency

• For candidates whose first language is not English, they will need to undergo a proficiency test. An IELTS average of 6.5, with 6.0 or above in each component, is accepted; A TOEFL iBT overall score of 79, with minimum component scores of 12 in Listening, 13 in Reading, 18 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing, is considered. Candidates can also show English fluency by scoring between 59-65 in a Pearson Test of English, with 4 minimum component scores of 59; A B2 Pass with Merit in Skills for English; and an International Baccalaureate score of 4 at SL or HL is accepted.

The tuition fee to enroll in the MBA program is £22,144 for international students joining for both full-time and part–time study.

The University of Buckingham provides financial assistance for international students at the postgraduate level, and these are awarded based on location, merit, or financial need. The Sheikh / Mubarak Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah Postgraduate Scholarship offers £20,000 for outstanding Arabic students pursuing a full-time Master’s degree in the UK. The Desborough Bursary provides £5,000 financial aid for postgraduate business students with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Graduates of this MBA from the University of Buckingham are well-prepared to pursue careers in job roles such as:

• Business Analyst
• Financial Manager
• Marketing Director
• Management Consultant
• Project Manager
• Supply Chain Specialist
• Strategy Consultant
• Human Resources Manager
• Risk Manager

Candidates can apply directly using the university’s online application form. To learn more about this process, contact one of our trained counsellors.