MBA Master of Business Administration Finance
Course overview
The University of Sunderland MBA Master of Business Administration (Finance) programme focuses on helping students to understand how to manage successful businesses. With a specialisation in finance, the course aims to accelerate students' career progression towards senior leadership roles with major financial responsibilities.
The course is affiliated with the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) and uses teaching methods such as lectures, seminars, case studies, and presentations. Assessment is primarily through assignments and a significant 60-credit MBA Research Project, which requires independent research into an organisation or industry sector.
Entry requirements
This course is designed to support career acceleration for academically qualified applicants. The university considers all levels of practical work experience, including applications from candidates with limited or no post-degree experience, provided they can show they will benefit from the programme.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants require a second-class honours degree (2:2) or higher. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they will gain from taking this master's programme.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score a minimum of 6.0 overall in IELTS, with at least 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
- Alternative approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) scores will also be accepted.
Scholarships
We Care Postgraduate Bursary
The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.
Up to £2,500
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme work as:
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Investment Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Senior Business Leader
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students on the MBA Master of Business Administration (Finance) at the University of Sunderland is £19,000.
Admission
Students can apply directly to the university using the online application form. Our trained advisors are available to assist you through the application process and provide any necessary guidance.
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