Master of Business Administration (CMI)

Entry requirements

To be eligible for this course you must normally have either:

• A UK honours degree at a minimum of second class (2.2) or equivalent.

For students whose prior learning was not taught in English:

• IELTS 6.5 or equivalent

If you don’t have academic qualifications

We are more than happy to consider, and positively encourage, an application from you if have substantial management experience (typically 5 years) and can show us that you have the motivation to study the programme.

We’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study the course. We may also want references and evidence of relevant experiences.

Don’t have any of the above?

If you have other postgraduate level business awards you may be eligible for entry and/or exemptions. This will be assessed on an individual basis.

If you don’t already have an undergraduate degree, and you’re not quite there with the required amount of work experience, we may be able to offer you a place on one of our undergraduate degree programmes.

Months of entry

January, October, July, April

Course content

Designed for practising managers looking to take the step upwards to a strategic role, this online MBA provides a distinctive way of developing your achievements and thinking. Delivered 100% online, this Master’s programme has the added value of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accreditation. CMI promotes excellence in UK management and leadership and this course is your pathway to success.

We believe that modern leadership requires holistic management skills that apply to a range of business functions and themes. Following consultation with our international alumni and employers, we have developed this MBA to build and hone your broad management skills for delivering strategy and change within the complex landscape of modern business.

Our modern, international approach means your MBA will stand out and appeal to employers all over the world.

Course Details (Modules)

• Personal & Business Transformation
• Ethical Leadership
• Managing within a Competitive Environment
• Leading Transitions
• Implementing Strategy
• Sustaining the Business
• Research Project

Information for international students

Arden makes it possible to study from anywhere in the world. Thousands of students from over 150 countries already do. You don't need to leave your country or your family to get a UK degree. Click here to find out more.

Fees and funding

We believe costs shouldn’t be a barrier to personal development which is why our degrees cost much less than the average UK qualification. If you are looking for a smart, value for money option then look no further - you can stay in control of your finance and focus on your learning.

Distance Learning Masters:

• Pay-as-you-go: £975 x 6 instalments, plus £3,650 dissertation
• Pay in full: £8,550

Find out more about fees and funding on the website. Please note that duration of the course will depend on those who apply for a student loan. Please speak to our admissions advisors for more information.

Qualification and course duration

MBA