USW MBA - Master of Business Administration
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
AED 40,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
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Introduction
Program Overview
Global management and leadership standards warrant technically sound people with the resolve and mettle to fashion the destiny and direction of their organisations. The leaders are expected to comprehend the theory of management and business and to apply this in the real world while also navigating new challenges as 2020 showcases. The onus of creating and materialising opportunities for sustainable growth and the well-being of the workforce and the general productivity of society lies with them.
This SQA USW advanced entry UK MBA program helps develop a comprehensive understanding of business management skills to become a well-rounded manager in a dynamic global business environment. The course provides an understanding of strategic business models, contemporary global issues along with the values of sustainable leadership.
In this distinctive dual certification program from SQA, UK, and the University of South Wales, the UK the learners undertake SCQF Level 11 Postgraduate Extended Diploma in Global Business Management, awarded by Scottish Qualifications Authority, UK and upon successful completion, they will progress to the MBA Top-up stage awarded by the University of South Wales.
Admissions
Curriculum
Program Structure
Part 1 Modules
Part 1 - modules delivering the specialist knowledge, skills, and techniques in strategic management, leadership, marketing, HR, supply chain, business analytics, research, and international perspective, promises a transformative journey for the learner seeking better, smarter ways of doing business through a course of learning that you can apply directly to business problems level.
Strategic Management
Learning Outcomes
- Critically evaluate the relationship between strategy, stakeholder expectations, and organisational performance.
- Evaluate the impact of current and emerging Economic, Political, and Cultural factors on the strategic management of an organisation.
- Formulate innovative business strategies designed to contribute to the success of an organisation.
- Critically assess different leadership styles in developing corporate values, social responsibilities, and managing strategic change.
Sustainability in Business
Learning Outcomes
- Appraise the multiple dimensions of sustainability for business in the context of global challenges.
- Critically review, evaluate and develop sustainability strategies of organisations.
- Critically analyse the strategic alignment of the business functions to sustainability.
- Critically analyse an organisation's global sustainability and your contribution to the impact on global sustainability.
International Marketing Management
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse the changing business environment(s) globally and how they pose challenges to marketing management functions in organisations.
- Develop marketing plans with the application of appropriate marketing models, tools, and techniques.
- Evaluate the processes involved in brand management and how they influence consumer behaviour.
- Decide how to launch new products/services in a dynamic global marketplace.
Strategic Leadership and HR Practice in Organisations
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse the significance of Strategic Human Resources Management and its changing landscape in organisations.
- Critically discuss the impact of Human Resources Management activities on Organisational Performance.
- Evaluate various leadership styles and practices in organisations.
- Plan how to implement change in an organisation.
Supply Chain and Logistics in the Global Context
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse cross-functional drivers of the supply chain in a globally competitive context.
- Critically analyse and review multi-modal logistics systems, warehousing, and inventory management in a global context.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of supply chain management system models and techniques.
- Analyse financial agreements within supply chain management systems.
Application of Business Analytics
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse business problems and discuss the opportunities for organisations to become more analytical and data-driven to solve such problems.
- Evaluate different categories of analytics.
- Critically analyse the importance of analytics in social media functions.
Program Structure
Part 2 Modules - Advanced Entry Modules
Research Methods
This module aims to develop the students understanding and skills of research in a management subject discipline. Critically review a range of research methodologies and select one most appropriate to address a research need. Critically review a range of research methods and select the one(s) most appropriate to address the research design. Equip students with the skills required for the practical aspects of planning, conducting, and producing a Masters's level work.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding and critical appreciation of research methodologies.
- Selectively adopt appropriate analytical techniques to address management research questions.
Management Project
The module explores the concept, theories, and practice of project management and consultancy skills. This module builds on the research methodology skills and a requirement of critical debate established throughout the program and shows how these key skills are vital within a business context to ensure rigorous decision-making. It examines combining the traditional research skills with project management and consultancy skills to enable an evidence-based approach to problem-solving within an organisation. This module will improve student employability; enhance students’ ability to manage complex projects across a range of dynamic business environments in the contexts of entrepreneurship and leadership and management of change.
Learning Outcomes
- Upon completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate: an understanding and critical appreciation of the principles of applied management research.
- Upon completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate: a critical application of a range of business-related tools, frameworks, and concepts in the solution of a business issue.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the UK MBA program, you would enjoy a multitude of opportunities in all sectors, in a wide range of organisations. The MBA degree can help you to launch a progressive career in the business domain as well as increase your brand value before potential recruiters. You will also benefit from our personalised career mentoring support, job search coaching, and Webinars.