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Post Graduate
Programs
Masters in Business
Administration (International)
Joint Awarding
Bodies: Higher Education and Training Awards
Council (HETAC) and Liverpool John Moores
University (LJMU)
Duration: 12 months
The Masters in
Business Administration (International) programme
will enable graduates to establish a career in
business or management by developing skills at a
professional level. The full time programme has
been designed to equip graduates with detailed
knowledge and skills in contributing to the
strategic management of an organisation.
The MBA (International) programme will provide
the following:
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Exposure to a
rigorous academic programme
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The establishment of
strong analytical skills
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Development of
practical business skills
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The ability to solve
practical problems
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Preparation for being
a decision-maker
A practitioner focus
is central to this programme. Industry-led
workshops and guest lectures, together with an
emphasis on the internationalisation of business
are central elements of the programme.
Research Skills Analysis, taken in both
semesters, is also a vital part of the overall
programme, providing the theory and techniques to
perform research at Masters level.
Programme Structure
The MBA
(International) consists of 120 taught credits
and a 60-credit dissertation. Normally three
modules in each of two semesters are taught.
On completion of the taught elements students
will proceed to the dissertation stage. During
this part of the course students will be assigned
a supervisor to work with. The dissertation must
be completed within six months. On successful
completion of the dissertation the MBA will be
awarded. Exit awards such as a Postgraduate
Certificate or Diploma may be awarded upon part
completion of the course.
Assessment
Students are assessed
via a wide range of methods in order to ensure
the development of an extensive range of
abilities and skills over the duration of the
programme. These methods include management
reports, case studies, individual and group
coursework, presentations, time constrained
assessments, development of business plans based
on case studies, production of a personal
development portfolio and a dissertation.
Skills Development
Students are expected
to develop analytical abilities as well as
essential managerial skills such as team working,
leadership and effective communication skills.
As part of our learning philosophy, we encourage
our students to learn through reflection on
practice and experience.
Entry Requirements
To be considered for
admission, applicants must hold:
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A minimum Second
Class Honours (2.2) degree from a recognised
third level institution or an equivalent
qualification
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An IELTS score of a
minimum 6.0 or equivalent, where full-time study
has been conducted in a language other than
English or applicants whose first language is not
English.
The MBA
(International) does not require that applicants
have work experience.
Programme Content
Stage 1
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Core
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International Management (HRM, Information
Management & Business Culture)
- Research &
Skills Analysis
- MBA Option 1
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International Business & Trade (Finance,
Marketing & Operations)
- Strategic
Management
- Research &
Skills Analysis
- MBA Option 2
Options (Choose
2) from a range of subject areas such as:
- Marketing
- Human
Resource Management
- Information
Systems
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Stage 2
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International MBA
Award
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