UK University Online MBA Course

Bradford University School of Management:
Bradford University School of Management is one of the UK's longest-established university-based business schools, and has been providing the MBA in the UK for more than 30 years. Based in Bradford in Northern England, Bradford University School of Management now provides an opportunity for both UK-based and international students to complete a Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme through online / distance learning. At Bradford, we appreciate that many students have to juggle work and family commitments, alongside their studies. Each year, we have approximately 100 distance-learning MBA students.

Online / Distance Learning Master of Business Administration (MBA):

The programme is aimed at intelligent, highly motivated managers who wish to equip themselves with the essential business and management skills required in the increasingly competitive, diverse and dynamic business environment.

Duration:  The distance learning MBA can be completed in 2-6 years. On average, students take 3 years to complete the programme.

Distance learning students are not required to attend any sessions at the university. However students are welcome to attend a 2 day on-site MBA induction session in either September or January. Further to this, students can chose to study up to 3 modules (each running over 3-5 days) at the School of Management or at any one of our partner institutions in the Netherlands, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai for no extra cost (other than travel and subsistence costs).

Compulsory Cycle 1 (Modules for the distance-learning MBA):
Completion of an on site induction (September and January) or on line induction. Following on from the induction, in order to provide you with a solid foundation you will study ten compulsory modules covering key business and managerial disciplines:

- Business Economics
- Business Accounting
- Operations Management
- Marketing
- Managing People
- Managerial and Professional Development
- Business Research
- Business Ethics and Sustainability
- Corporate Finance
- Strategic Management

Elective Cycle 2 (Modules for the distance-learning MBA):
Once you have gained the required managerial skills and knowledge during Cycle 1 of your studies you will then be required to complete four Cycle 2 modules. There are a total of nine Cycle 2 modules to choose from for those studying purely by distance learning, these are:

- Marketing Communications
- International Business Strategy
- Project Management
- International Financial Management
- Management of Change
- Entrepreneurship
- Managing International Business in Emerging Economies
- Management Leadership
- E-Business

If you decide to study a Cycle 2 module(s) at Bradford or at a partner institute, a number of alternative modules will be available (e.g. Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate Marketing).

Assessment:
Your knowledge and understanding of each subject area studied will be assessed by the most appropriate means. This will typically involve the completion of a written assignment, an exam or in some cases an assignment and an exam. If you need to sit an exam we have approved examination centres worldwide, making it highly likely that there is an exam centre near you. Please note, if you do not sit the exam at the Bradford School of Management or RDI Coventry you will have to pay an extra fee to your chosen examination centre.

Entry Requirements for the Distance-Learning MBA:
* A degree from an approved university: UK degree minimum 2:2 (honours); European degree gross percentile average (GPA) of 2.5 out of 4.0 or 6.5 out of 10, or overall average of 70 from 100 per cent  or an acceptable professional qualification.
* At least three years' relevant postgraduate work experience.
* Proficiency in English - a 6.5 score on IELTS test of English, 580 in written TOEFL, 240 in computer-based TOEFL or 94 or better in the internet-based TOEFL are needed from non-native speakers. Under exceptional circumstances alternative evidence demonstrating proficiency in English will be accepted.
* Once you have been accepted onto the programme and have started your studies, you will be required to complete a a short on line exercise to help assess critical thinking and numerical reasoning (the Bradford Test). Applicants with a GMAT of 600+ attained in the last two years do not have to take the Bradford Test.
* It may be the case that you are a highly motivated applicant with a proven track record and a wealth of highly relevant work experience but you do not have the required academic qualifications. If this is the case, you may well still be eligible for the MBA and as such you are encouraged to proceed with your application.

Course Materials:
For each module you will receive a textbook and a high quality study book containing essential study notes, case studies and short exercises to develop your understanding. The study books are written by academics from Bradford University School of Management many of whom are world leading authorities in their subject area. Each study book contains:

- 9 study units, each unit is designed to develop your understanding of a particular subject area.
- 2 optional assignments which you submit to your tutor for feedback. These assignments enable you to track your progress whilst providing valuable feedback ensuring that you understand key subject areas.
- A series of short case studies and exercises reinforcing key principles and ideas and demonstrating how academic theory can be put into practice.
- Clear guidance on accessing additional learning materials (e.g. academic papers) that will help reinforce your understanding and knowledge.

The printed materials are used alongside on-line materials made available via the Bradford School of Management virtual learning environment (Blackboard). The on-line materials include:

- A copy of the module study book.
- Guidance on the assessment used for the module.
- Powerpoint slides and audio recordings (where available) taken from Bradford based full time MBA lectures.
- Film from 3 key on-site lectures (where available).
- Key readings selected by Bradford academics from .leading academic journals, trade publications and broadsheet newspapers.
- Selected audio and video clips helping to underline your knowledge and understanding of particular subject areas.
- Additional non-compulsory readings enabling you to engage with and advance your understanding.
- A comprehensive bank of multiple choice questions allowing you to monitor your understanding and get instant feedback on your understanding and progress.
- Access to the University on line library resources.