Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) Business School

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is recognised internationally and is considered one of the most prestigious qualifications in the business world. If you are seeking a senior role in business, this challenging and thought-provoking programme has been designed to sharpen your leadership acumen and give you the practical skills, theory and workplace understanding to progress your career. The course is delivered by a triple accredited business school. By choosing to complete your MBA with us, you are choosing to study at one of the best business schools in the world, internationally recognised for excellence in teaching and research.

There are six intakes annually for this course, with programmes starting in January, March, May, July, September and November.

Features and benefits of the course

• Triple accredited - we are a triple accredited business school, with prestigious accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world.
• Globally accredited - Impartial professional bodies think our MBA programme is one of the best, which is why it’s fully accredited by AMBA.
• Be at the forefront of business thinking - with expert teaching that is grounded in the latest research, you will gain first-hand knowledge of pertinent cross-industry issues that will help you grow your career and boost your earning potential.
• Study your way - Global Online has been designed to help you to achieve an MBA degree without taking a career break: from a fast and easy application process, the opportunity to begin your studies at six different entry points in the year, to the choice to pay per unit you study. Our Virtual Learning Environment has been expertly designed to help you study around existing commitments, wherever you are. 
• Grow your worldwide professional network - through our online seminars with tutors and peers, you will regularly collaborate with business professionals around the globe, making invaluable industry connections that can open doors now or in the future.
• Be supported every step of the way - we pride ourselves on our students’ study experience. As a Global Online MBA student, you will be given access to the Student Success Team. Specialists, who will help you make the most of your time with us and ensure you hit important deadlines.

Manchester Metropolitan University is an innovative and modern university based in one of the most diverse cities in the world. 

Located in the heart of multicultural Manchester, we take an international and inclusive approach to learning, and believe higher education should be accessible to all.  

Our Global Online courses are designed with this ambition in mind, combining expert-led theory with practical application to help you advance your career – and are all delivered through a 100% virtual learning environment where you can collaborate with students from across the world. 

We are a triple accredited business school. This achievement places us among the very best business schools in the world. These accreditations are testament to our high standards of excellence in teaching and research.

Dr Linda Alker, Principle Lecturer and Programme Lead, Global Online MBA programme 

Dr Linda Alker 

Principle Lecturer and Programme Lead, Global Online MBA programme 

Prior to joining Manchester Metropolitan University Business School in 2006, Linda held senior management roles in the health and social care sector. Over the last 10 years, she has been responsible for leading, developing and managing the masters programmes in Leadership and Management and is now a Principal Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour. 

Linda holds a PhD from the University of Manchester, a Masters in Organisational Psychology from the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Central Lancashire. 

Her research interests cover a wide range of topics including leadership, organisational change, workplace stress, bullying and diversity. Linda’s PhD theses was on workplace stress in the financial sector. 

She is a fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development and holds an Executive Coaching Diploma from the Institute of Leadership and Management. 

With more than 310,000 alumni in over 170 countries around the world, when you complete your studies you will automatically become part of our global alumni community. You will be able to access exclusive alumni benefits and services, networking and event invitations and lifelong support from Manchester Met.

To enrol in the course, you will need the following:

• A UK honours degree (2:2 or above) or an international equivalent PLUS 3 years  or work experience
• OR significant management experience (10 years or more) and a record of achievement in business and leadership
• ALL applicants must be a minimum of 25 years of age.
• If you’re applying with non-UK qualifications, you can find further information for international students on our international website

English language requirements: 

Applicants whose first language is not English are required to produce evidence of English language proficiency. 

Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. Accepted English qualifications can be viewed here 

We provide a FREE Pearson English test to all applicants, if required, which can be requested from your enrolment advisor during the application process. 

Read more about our English requirements.

All applications are taken through our online applications portal. To get access to the portal please fill in the form on the applications page and we shall send you an email with login details. Once you have access you will be able to upload the following documents and submit your application:

• Certificate and/or transcripts evidencing your academic and/or professional qualifications e.g. degree certificate
• Evidence of English language proficiency for non-native English speakers e.g. IELTS or free Pearson English test results
• Your CV
• A passport photo of yourself
• A personal statement detailing your motivations for studying your chosen course with Manchester Metropolitan University Global Online.

Once submitted we will assess your application and make a decision on whether we can offer you a place on the course. This is usually within five working days of all required documents being uploaded.

With our flexible payment options, we have made paying for your course and your professional development as easy as possible. 

We offer you the option to pay unit by unit, pay the full fees upfront or pay via a sponsor. No matter what payment option you choose, we accept all usual online payment methods in any currency via our highly secure Flywire payment portal. 

Fees for 2022/23 academic year of entry (1 September 2022 to 31 August 2023): 

Unit fee: £1,248*  

Course fee: £14,976 

Fees for 2023/24 academic year of entry: 

Tuition fees for the 2023/24 academic year of entry (1 September 2023 to 31 August 2024) are still being finalised, please check back on the website for further details or contact an enrolment advisor on +44 (0)161 880 4721.   

Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study). 

*Fee based on 15 credits per unit