Masters of Business Administration (MBA)

University College Birmingham

This MBA is designed for graduates who want to build the confidence, skills and strategic thinking needed to progress more quickly into business and management roles - whether you are stepping up from a traditional academic degree or returning to study to strengthen your professional capability.

What makes this MBA stand out is that you need absolutely no business experience at all and that is it accredited by the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP). No other MBA in the region is accredited by ISEP and gives you a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership Practices with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) on completion.

At its core, this course focuses on strategic development, engaging students in the exploration of contemporary business theory and practice across UK and international contexts. While academically rigorous, the MBA is strongly applied, helping you to translate theoretical understanding into practical decision‑making, leadership and problem‑solving skills valued by employers.

UK employers consistently report shortages in management, leadership, digital and strategic skills, with over 120,000 additional managers needed by 2030 and widespread skills gaps holding back organisational growth.