None Classes
Business Management
The IQF MBA is a prestigious postgraduate qualification designed to develop advanced leadership, strategic management, and decision-making skills for aspiring business leaders and professionals. This programme is highly practical, combining global business theory with real-world applications to prepare learners for senior management and executive roles across diverse industries.
The MBA builds on existing professional experience and academic knowledge, focusing on key themes such as strategic leadership, financial management, marketing innovation, business ethics, and global competitiveness. Learners will also complete a major research project or dissertation, applying advanced concepts to contemporary business challenges.
Applicants to the IQF MBA are normally expected to have:
A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent Level 6 qualification) in business or a related discipline
Mature learners with substantial management experience may be considered without a degree (subject to centre approval)
Evidence of English language proficiency (where applicable for international students)
The MBA is delivered at Level 7, making it equivalent to a UK Master’s degree.
The MBA consists of advanced modules designed to enhance both strategic and operational business knowledge. Core areas of study typically include:
Strategic Leadership and Organisational Behaviour
Corporate Finance and Financial Strategy
Strategic Marketing and Digital Transformation
Operations and Supply Chain Management
Global Business and International Trade
Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Business Growth
Business Ethics, Sustainability, and Corporate Governance
Research Methods and Dissertation / Major Business Project
Length: 12–18 months (full-time) or 24–36 months (part-time/flexible)
Study options: On-campus, blended learning, or 100% online through accredited IQF centres
Learning methods: Interactive lectures, business simulations, workshops, case studies, and research projects
Assessment is based on applied coursework, presentations, case analyses, group projects, and a final research dissertation. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of knowledge to business and organisational contexts.
Graduates of the IQF MBA are well-positioned to:
Move into senior leadership and executive roles across global industries
Pursue specialised postgraduate qualifications such as a DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) or professional leadership certifications
Become entrepreneurs or business consultants, leveraging the MBA’s focus on innovation and strategy
Business Management
