Online Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Take your business career to new heights with an accredited MBA from a top university.
Start Dates: January, March, June, September
Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Study Mode: Online
Fees: £10,500 (regional discounts available)
Transform your leadership potential with a CMI-accreditation
Roehampton’s Online MBA equips you with the practical skills and strategic insight to excel in senior leadership roles. You’ll build expertise in management, marketing, and finance, while developing the confidence and adaptability to navigate complex challenges and lead diverse teams.
Through real-world case studies and industry engagement, you’ll gain experience that goes beyond theory, helping you make informed decisions, drive innovation, and deliver impact across your organisation and beyond.
Accreditation
Our Online MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), giving you in-demand skills and connecting you with a wide professional network. With this accreditation on your CV, you’ll be ready to take on leadership roles and make a real impact in today’s global business world.
How you’ll study
Online learning environment
The MBA is delivered through the university’s Moodle virtual learning environment, combining live and pre-recorded lectures, interactive quizzes, discussion forums, and collaborative group activities. The platform supports a blended approach – you engage with content at your own pace while participating in scheduled seminars and peer discussions that bring your learning to life. Guest speakers and visiting industry leaders are integrated throughout the programme, providing direct insight into current business practice.
Weekly study commitment
Full-time students should expect to dedicate approximately 35-40 hours per week across directed learning, independent study, and assessment preparation. Part-time students typically commit around 15-20 hours. The programme is structured around modules that balance self-paced learning with interactive, tutor-led sessions, so you can build a study routine that works alongside your professional life.
Assessment methods
Assessment is grounded in real-world application. You will work through case studies based on live business scenarios, interactive workshops, group assignments, and individual written submissions. Tools such as Mentimeter and live polling are used within sessions to create an engaging, participatory learning experience. The programme culminates in an Applied Research or Consultancy Project, where you tackle a genuine business challenge and produce work that has direct professional value.
Support and feedback
You will receive tailored feedback and guidance from your academic tutors throughout each module. A dedicated student support team is available for academic, technical, and administrative queries. Beyond graduation, Roehampton’s Careers Support Team offers personalised guidance, workshops, networking events, and one-on-one coaching to help you take the next step in your career.
Academic requirements
To be eligible for our online degrees, you’ll normally need a second-class honours degree from a recognised university. We also welcome applications from non-graduates with professional experience, as well as those holding a third-class honours degree.
Language requirements
Our programmes are taught in English. If you’re applying as an international student, you’ll need to provide evidence of your proficiency with a valid qualification issued within the last two years.
- 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
Flexible, online modules
Every 20-credit module gives you the chance to test ideas, solve problems, and apply what you learn straight into your work. Studying online with Roehampton means you’re part of an active learning community where theory meets practice, and where your day-to-day experience becomes part of the classroom.
Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the online MBA are £10,500 for the full programme. Fees cover all teaching, learning materials, assessments, and access to student support services. Regional discounts may be available depending on your location – check your individual programme page or speak with a student recruitment adviser for details.
Alumni discount
Roehampton graduates are eligible for a 20% tuition fee discount when returning for postgraduate study online. This is the only university discount available for 100% online programmes. It cannot be combined with other scholarship offers.
Student loans
UK residents may be eligible for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan through the UK Government, worth up to £12,167. The loan is not means-tested and can be used towards tuition fees and living costs. Visit gov.uk/masters-loan to check your eligibility and apply.
International students
International students are required to pay an initial deposit (IDP) before making the full deposit payment (FDP). This deposit is deducted from your tuition fees when you enrol. Full payment details are confirmed in your offer letter. Contact the student recruitment team if you have questions about international payment arrangements.
Career impact
Advance into leadership
The MBA is the most widely recognised postgraduate business qualification in the world. It signals to employers that you have the strategic thinking, financial literacy, and leadership capability to operate at a senior level. Whether you are looking to step into your first management role or accelerate into executive leadership, the MBA opens doors across industries and geographies.
Roles our graduates pursue
The breadth of the MBA curriculum, spanning strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership, prepares you for a wide range of senior roles, including:
- General Manager – leading teams and operations across business functions
- Management Consultant – advising organisations on strategy, operations, and transformation
- Marketing Manager – driving brand strategy and customer engagement
- Financial Analyst – evaluating business performance and investment opportunities
- Operations Manager – optimising processes and managing resources at scale
- HR Director – shaping people strategy and organisational culture
Dedicated careers support
Roehampton’s Careers Support Team is available to online students from day one through to beyond graduation. Services include personalised one-on-one coaching, tailored workshops, employer networking events, and guidance on CV writing, interview preparation, and career planning. You are not left to navigate your next step alone.
The CMI advantage
As a CMI-accredited programme, the MBA gives you more than a degree. You gain access to the Chartered Management Institute’s professional network of over 180,000 managers and leaders, along with industry resources, events, and a recognised credential that strengthens your professional profile.
Why choose this programme
CMI-accredited MBA
The MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute, giving you a nationally recognised professional credential alongside your degree. CMI accreditation connects you to a network of over 180,000 managers and leaders, with access to industry resources, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
A University of London degree
The University of Roehampton is based in London, one of the world’s leading business capitals. Your MBA carries the credibility of a London university, positioning you for leadership roles in organisations that value international perspective and academic rigour.
Shape your MBA with elective choice
Choose from four elective modules – Investment Strategy, Global Brand Management, Supply Chain Sustainability and Resiliency, or Global Human Resource Management – to tailor your MBA to your career goals. This flexibility means your degree reflects your professional direction, not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
Industry-connected learning
Guest speakers, real-world case studies, and a consultancy-style dissertation ensure your learning is rooted in current business practice. You graduate with more than theory, you leave with work you can apply immediately in your organisation.
Four intakes per year
Start in January, March, June, or September. Whether you are between roles, planning your next career move, or looking to upskill while working, there is always a start date within reach.
Career-driven outcomes
Your MBA is designed with industry skills and knowledge in mind, providing you with the skills you need to secure your chosen career path. Each module is carefully constructed to elevate your knowledge in key areas of business administration relevant to industry standards.
Back your business career with top-tier skills
Drive strategic success
Use strategic tools to improve performance, guide mergers and acquisitions, and design 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.
Transform marketing impact
Develop strategic marketing campaigns, leverage digital tools, and create advantages in the global market.
Master financial strategy
Learn advanced budgeting to make smart financial decisions and improve profitability.
Inspire business transformation
Work effectively with others and grow as a team leader by collaborating with peers from diverse backgrounds.
The Roehampton difference
Internationally recognised: Earn a prestigious business degree respected by global brands and guided by industry leaders.
Flexible first: Study at the office or on your commute home with our fully online curriculum and cutting-edge virtual learning platform.
Personalised experiences: Get tailored feedback and support throughout your studies with resources ready whenever you need them.
Support at every step
We provide bespoke support at every stage of your studies, from wellbeing and accessibility to academic guidance and career development, so you can thrive online with Roehampton.
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