Rankings

Number 1 modern university in London

(Times Good University Guide 2022)

Ranked in the top 15% of young universities worldwide 

(Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2024)

Joint number 1 modern university in UK for Research

(Research Excellence Framework 2021)

About the degree 

Our CMI-accredited Online MBA doesn’t just prepare you to take on a senior-level job role — it sets you up to transform the industry. Gain bleeding-edge skills in strategic management, marketing, and finance, all the while honing your ability to lead with confidence, agility, and vision. With the industry expertise and real-world experiences you gain from this degree, you’ll feel ready to make a global impact, navigate complex business challenges, drive innovation, and lead cross-cultural teams. Plus, optional specialisation courses will allow you to tailor your MBA to your career goals.

Why join this programme?

Study 100% online

Access your course content through our learner-friendly virtual platform. From anywhere, work through lectures, case studies, seminars, and other interactive activities.

Boost your business skills

At home or on the go, this MBA equips you with top-tier business acumen and experience to get you ready to take on your next big role. 

Personalised learning experience 

Benefit from tailored support and personalised feedback throughout your studies. Our dedicated faculty and on-demand resources help you achieve your individual career goals.

The skills you’ll develop

Drive strategic success

Harness strategic tools to enhance business performance, lead mergers and acquisitions, and create growth strategies.

Lead projects to victory

Combine project management tools and top-notch interpersonal skills to steer projects to success.

Conquer complex challenges

Apply problem-solving and research skills to tackle business issues and provide data-driven recommendations.

Master financial strategy 

Learn advanced budgeting to make smart financial decisions and improve profitability.

Inspire leadership and transformation

Lead innovation and change management initiatives across business units and teams.

Transform marketing impact 

Develop strategic marketing campaigns, leverage digital tools, and create competitive advantages in the global market.

Modules

Over 10 weeks, each 20-credit module will challenge you to stretch your professional skills and gain real-world applications you can immediately use on the job. You’ll work through a variety of assessments, collaborate with a global network of peers, and engage in interactive discussions, all designed to deepen your expertise and broaden your perspectives.

Compulsory

• Strategy in Practice
• Advanced Project Management
• Problem Solving and Research Methods for Managers
• Consultancy Practice
• Strategic Marketing and Communication
• Strategic Leadership and Change
• Financial Management and Decision-Making
• Applied Research or Consultancy Project

Optional

• Strategic Investment Appraisal
• Global Brand Management
• Beyond Profit: Responsibility and Sustainability in Business
• Principles of Human Resources Management 

Faculty

The University of Roehampton, London 

Since the 1840s, the University of Roehampton has been recognised as one of London’s premiere higher education institutions, delivering world-class, expert-led programmes
to learners in the UK and beyond. 

For over a decade, we’ve been at the forefront of the online learning movement, offering a range of online courses and degrees that meet people where they are in life and the world. 

We always keep our students and our academic excellence top-of-mind. In 2024, we ranked in the top 15% of young universities worldwide (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings). And for the second year in a row, we were among the top 10 UK universities for postgraduate satisfaction (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey).

Entry requirements

English language requirements

Our programmes are delivered in English. Non-native English speakers must demonstrate a minimum standard of English language proficiency through a valid English language qualification that is no older than two years from the date of issue. Accepted language tests and scores for postgraduate degrees include:

• IELTS Academic – 6.5 overall
• Roehampton’s English Language Test – 6.5 overall
• Kaplan Test of English – 478-509 overall
• TOEFL IBT – 89 overall
• PTE Academic – 59 overall
• Cambridge – 176 overall

Higher education requirements

To be eligible for our online degrees, you should hold a second-class honours degree from a recognised university. However, we also encourage non-graduates with appropriate professional qualifications and those with third-class honours degrees to apply as well.

Silver in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

(Teaching  Excellence Framework)

Duration 

2 years, part-time

Fees 

£10,500

Fees and funding opportunities

Study Loans

For applicants from England and Wales, you can apply for a Master's Loan of up to £12,471 from Student Finance for the 2024/25 academic year throughout the course. This amount can be at your discretion to be used towards fees, maintenance costs, or other related costs. If your course lasts for more than a year, the loan will be divided equally across each year of your course.

Repayment Terms

Loans are repayable once you earn over £21,000 per annum and will be repaid over a maximum of 30 years. Further information about interest rates and other details are available with Student Finance England.

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Accreditation

Our Online MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), enhancing your career prospects and expanding your professional network across diverse industries and sectors. 

This dynamic qualification not only validates your managerial skills but also positions you to become a career-defining leader in the global marketplace, with the support of Roehampton and CMI’s extensive expertise and resources.

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