MBA Executive UK

Course Structure

The Executive Birmingham MBA is designed to be flexible so you can study around your work. This is a part-time programme delivered in a hybrid format over two years. Each module runs for a seven week period and includes a combination of online content and an in-person residential weekend. Executive MBA candidates can complete one global immersive module. You can also choose to study up to three elective modules in Singapore, Dubai and Online. 

Study across three campuses

The Executive MBA is designed so you can complete up to three modules online or across any of our campuses. This will mean you participate in a residential weekend in Singapore or Dubai (residential weekends are compulsory). Completing modules online is an option too in case you need the extra flexibility and need to complete a module entirely online without residential weekend. 

Global immersive modules

Executive MBA students can complete one global immersive module with our partners in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Mexico or Europe. These modules are designed to give you exposure to an international business environment. Completing a global immersive module will enable you to compare and contrast different business systems and strategies in a country whose economy is markedly different to the United Kingdom.

• Online learning - study online at your own pace so you can complete your MBA around work and other commitments
• Residential weekends – meet other MBA candidates on your cohort, network and engage in professional development opportunities
• Purposeful Leader module – this a reflective and developmental module that includes career coaching encouraging you to explore your leadership and career aspirations in relation to your purposive values
• MBA Project - students must choose to complete a Company Project, Entrepreneurial Project or a Research Project
• Global immersive modules - optional one-week intensive modules delivered in a country with an economy that is markedly different to the UK
• Taught modules – including lectures, workshops, seminars and blended learning support
• Assessments - including group and individual projects, group presentations, individual assignments and class tests

The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.

As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff. For more information on the circumstances in which the University may need to make changes to modules, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for applicants.

Executive MBA modules

You will complete nine core modules, including the Purposeful Leader module. You can then choose to complete a mix of elective modules or a specialist pathway, both of which can include one global immersive module.

The three specialist pathways include:

• Marketing
• International Business & Strategy
• Innovation & Business Transformation

Core Modules 

Our Standard Requirements

A good Honours degree (or equivalent), or equivalent professional qualification

You must have a minimum of three years' professional experience. Usually we expect Birmingham MBA candidates to have a minimum of five years professional experience. You must demonstrate career progression and managerial responsibilities, which could include people management, budget management or project management  

IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band); TOEFL IBT 88 (21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); Pearson Academic Test of English 67 overall with no less than 64 in all four skills

Please note we will also consider candidates without a first degree or professional qualification but with at least ten years’ work experience including significant managerial responsibility.

Postgraduate Masters loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

Birmingham Masters scholarships

We want to welcome the brightest talent to our postgraduate community. That’s why our Birmingham Masters Scholarships award £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.

Before you submit your application, you should have the following supporting documents:

• Evidence of your academic and/or professional qualifications
• An up-to-date copy of your resume or CV
• One academic reference, and one work related reference (if you don't have an academic reference, we will accept two work references)
• Your personal statement, including why you wish to apply to the MBA course, why you have chosen to apply to the Birmingham MBA in particular, highlights of your career to date, examples of managerial responsibility, and your career aspirations for the future (maximum 2 pages)

BBS Careers

Birmingham Business School offers a dedicated lifelong careers service to Birmingham MBA candidates. Our Skills Development Consultant works closely with academics to offer personal coaching throughout your programme as part of The Purposeful Leader module.