Master of Business Administration
(MBA)

An MBA is a global recognition of your management excellence. It's a milestone in the career of any business professional and is a sure way to enhance your salary and promotion prospects.

The OU Business School MBA emphasises strategic analysis, interdisciplinary skills and independent judgement. The programme is studied in the English language.

All courses assume an understanding of fundamental management principles and business strategy and draw on your past management experience and current work environment.

Earn as you learn

Taking time out to study full time can be costly and can disrupt your career. With the OU Business School, you can fit your studies around your professional and private life and can continue working and earning while studying for your MBA.

Career relevance

Management skills developed during your MBA can be put into practice immediately in your own work environment. This brings benefits to both you and your employer.

A network of support

You will be supported by a personal tutor and be part of a tutorial group of 10-20 students. You will have the opportunity to network with managers from different organisations and countries at workshops and short residential seminars, as well as through a range of computer based conferences.

Routes to the MBA

There are different routes to the MBA depending on your educational qualifications and your organisational experience. The programme starts twice a year and can be completed in 2 1/2 years.

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