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Cultivate the skills, qualities and acumen needed to lead and succeed in business
Aberystwyth University’s 100% online MBA equips you with the leadership skills, strategic mindset, and problem-solving abilities needed to excel in today’s global business environment. Covering core business disciplines such as marketing, finance, strategic management, and human resource management, this flexible programme develops both practical and theoretical expertise in business leadership.
You will engage with real-world case studies and apply critical thinking to complex business challenges, enhancing your ability to drive innovation, optimise operations, and implement strategic initiatives. Throughout the programme, you will refine your decision-making skills by exploring global economic and regulatory frameworks, emerging technologies, and sustainable business practices.
Designed to fit around professional and personal commitments, this MBA prepares you for leadership roles across industries – whether in established multinational corporations, dynamic start-ups or entrepreneurial ventures.
What will you study?
As a student of this programme, you’ll gain the skills to lead diverse teams in a global business environment, applying strategic insights and leadership principles. You’ll learn to communicate with impact, develop innovative strategies that integrate technology, navigate economic and regulatory challenges ethically, and use data analytics to optimise operations, manage risks, and drive informed business decisions.
Key knowledge and skills taught on this course:
Apply leadership principles to manage global teams
Communicate clearly to lead, present, and solve challenges
Develop strategies integrating technology and business principles
Evaluate global factors for ethical business growth
Use data analysis to optimise decisions and operations
Admission requirements
Entry requirements
To study Aberystwyth’s 100% online International MBA you will need to have completed:
A recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) from an accredited college, institution, or university, equivalent to or higher than a UK bachelor’s degree with honours and at least 2 years’ full-time managerial work experience.
OR
3 years’ minimum relevant work experience
English language requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English, or who haven’t recently studied or undertaken work experience in English, will need to demonstrate proficiency by completing an approved English language test such as IELTS (6.0 overall with no individual sub-scores under 5.5), or equivalent.
Modules
Leadership & Organisational Behaviour
Develop the skills and qualities of an effective leader in today’s diverse and evolving business environment. You’ll explore leadership strategies for managing change, fostering ethical decision-making, and enhancing emotional intelligence. You’ll also examine the relationship between contemporary leadership challenges and classical leadership theories, equipping you with the tools to lead effectively in multicultural and dynamic organisations.
Global Marketing
Explore the principles of marketing strategy and implementation, learning how to create and deliver value to customers and stakeholders. You’ll develop key skills in segmentation, targeting, branding, pricing, distribution, and promotion. This module equips you with the analytical tools needed to craft effective marketing strategies that align with organisational goals and drive competitive advantage.
Business Strategy
Develop the strategic thinking and decision-making skills needed to drive long-term business growth. You’ll explore key theories, concepts, and models that help managers improve an organisation’s competitive position and create value for stakeholders. This module examines strategy from a broad perspective, applying to businesses of all sizes and industries, as well as not-for-profit organisations. Furthermore, you’ll gain insights into effective strategic analysis and managerial approaches that influence success.
Economics for Managers
Discover key economic concepts, theories, and analytical techniques while building a strong foundation in economics. You will examine the supply and demand model, the core market framework that evaluates trade-offs and choices by weighing benefits against costs. At the firm level, you will analyse product and market structures, while at the macroeconomic level, you will explore fiscal and monetary policy. Finally, you will develop an understanding of key topics in international trade, financial markets, economic growth, and externalities—both positive and negative.
Finance for Managers
Gain a comprehensive understanding of financial principles essential for managing operations and achieving strategic goals. You’ll explore the time value of money, investment instruments, and capital expenditure decisions. You’ll also cover key financial management topics, including cash flow allocation and financial asset management, providing you with the tools to make informed financial decisions that support business growth.
Operations Management
Understand the critical role of operations management in business success. You’ll explore key topics such as operations strategy, capacity planning, facilities management, and quality control. Through practical insights and case studies, you’ll develop the skills to optimise processes, improve efficiency, and enhance overall organisational performance across various industries.
Financial Accounting and Analysis
Analyse how financial statements inform business decisions across all levels of an organisation. You’ll explore how small and large process changes can enhance efficiency and profitability, as well as the impact of capital projects, long-term investments, and risk management on financial performance. By interpreting key financial data, you’ll develop the skills to support strategic decision-making and drive organisational success.
Global Strategic Management
Explore how organisations develop competitive advantages and achieve their objectives through strategic decision-making. You’ll examine key models designed to help businesses of all sizes, including global corporations, navigate complex environments. This module equips you with the skills to analyse strategic challenges, build organisational capabilities, and make informed decisions that drive long-term success.
Strategic Human Resource Management
Discover how to enhance organisational performance by aligning human resource strategies with business objectives. You’ll explore the role of HR in fostering a high-performing workforce, developing leadership capabilities, and shaping company culture. Through a combination of academic theory and real-world applications, you’ll learn to diagnose workforce challenges, implement strategic HR frameworks, and prepare for an evolving business landscape.
Entrepreneurship
Gain the skills and mindset needed to transform ideas into successful ventures. You’ll explore the entrepreneurial process from opportunity recognition to business execution, including creativity, strategy, and securing funding. This module equips you with the tools to develop an entrepreneurial vision, overcome challenges, and turn innovative ideas into real-world business opportunities.
Management Research Project
Undertake an independent research project with guidance from a faculty supervisor. Apply your investigative and research skills to a business scenario of your choice, analysing one or more organisations in depth. Develop strategic insights to enhance business performance while demonstrating your expertise. Your supervisor will offer support and advice, ensuring you stay on track. This module empowers you to explore real-world challenges and refine your analytical abilities for practical impact.
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