Introduction

The ethos of this MBA is to see the world beyond the component parts of an organisation, to appreciate the dynamic and holistic nature of life within the organisation, across its stakeholders, suppliers, and communities.

Students will learn to:

• See the bigger strategic picture
• Cultivate your own practical approach to leadership
• Undertake business consultancy and research projects
• Consider the factors that influence practical decision making
• Communicate powerful ideas through pitches, business cases and conversation
• Master a range of tools, creative processes, problem solving techniques, and sources

The University of Chichester, UK

The University of Chichester, a public university located in West Sussex, has been providing quality tertiary education since its founding in 1839. It has 14 departments and is member of the United Kingdom Cathedrals Group of universities. ERCI runs its classes on a lecture-tutorial system. The average teacher-student ratio for lectures and tutorials are as follows:

Lectures – 100 Students to 1 Lecturer

Tutorials – 35 Students to 1 Tutor

Course Delivery

This programme is available in full time mode and will take 12 months to complete. Students will attend 3 semesters of academic study and are expected to complete between 30 credits to 45 credits each semester. Full-time students will attend classes 5 days a week on weekdays.

Course Structure: EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)

Reflect on experiences to deepen own personal development

This course ask students to reflect on their own knowledge and experience and use in-depth research and consultancy insights on this programme to examine what is it they can do, how they can deal with obstacles, and what they can achieve.

Look beyond organisational structures

During this course, students will expand their perspective beyond individual organisational functions, like HR, finance, strategy and marketing. Students will explore the broader world and the opportunities it offers, gaining an understanding of the interconnected and dynamic nature of organisational life involving stakeholders, suppliers and communities.

(All Compulsory and ALL CORE)

Modules

• Understanding Self and Our Impact on Others
• Strategy Development and Implementation
• Accountancy and Finance
• Adapting to the Future: Leadership, Change and Creativity
• Operations and Information Systems
• Strategic Marketing and Sales
• Business Research Project

Course Availability

Course Availability

Intakes for the programme are available 3 times a year. All applications should be submitted to ERCI no later than 1 month before the commencement date.

Assessment Framework

Courses are assessed by a combination of coursework, practical assignments and examinations. Formative assessments will also be included, as well as self- and peer-assessment and a research project.

Entry Requirements

Admission is dependent upon the participant being:

• In possession of an Honours degree (minimum 2:2) or equivalent and/or a professional qualification at graduate level in a relevant field followed by at least two years management experience.
• Or substantial experience in a management or leadership role, usually in a middle or senior managerial post, where student can demonstrate clear potential to operate at postgraduate level and benefit from the opportunity.
• Or 30 years old and above with 8 years of working experience with at least two years of documented management experience.
• Recognition of work-based and distance learning courses
  • Applicants of ‘advanced standing’ resulting in exemption from some modules will be assessed individually through Recognition of Prior learning (RPL), the principal requirements include:
    • That applicant’s previous postgraduate study is in the field of management or leadership;
    • Level of performance in a previous course is taken into account;
    • The maximum remission will accord with the University of Chichester Postgraduate Awards policy on advanced standing.

A member of the academic team will consider applications on an individual basis

*Other qualifications and working experience will be assessed by the University on a case by case basis.

Language Proficiency

Applicants need to meet the minimum English language requirement of an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (with no component below 6.0), or an equivalent recognised test or passed the ERCI English Proficiency Tests.

Remarks

• Applicants should be at least 23 years of age at the time of registration.

Graduation Requirements

Students must successfully complete, or be credited with, at least 180 credits within the stipulated period of study as set by the University, either via module exemptions or completion of requisite modules.

Course Fees

For a full listing of course fees and other charges, please select one of the following:

Fees Payable for Local Applicants   

Fees Payable for International Applicants