Master of

Business
Administration
University of
Central Lancashire

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 University of Central Lancashire
The University of Central Lancashire is the international, multi-campus university
tracing its roots back to 1828 and leading the way in modern learning today.
Today UCLan is one of the UK’s largest universities with a staff and student
community approaching 38,000. The employment-focused course portfolio with
over 350 undergrad programs, nearly 200+ postgraduate courses, and rich array
of CPD courses means UCLan offers the skills in countries and 125 partnered
institutions around the world.

The University of Central Lancashire is in the Top 7% of universities worldwide,

according to the Center for World University Rankings 2022-23. It has also been
awarded 5 QS stars commemorating the quality of teaching. Additionally, the
University of Central Lancashire was awarded Silver in the UK Government’s
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF),based on high quality teaching, excellent
teaching facilities and the good careers that graduates go on to discover.

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 Ranking and Qualification

UK Ranking

# 75
QS World University Rankings 2023 QS Stars Rankings 2023 -
5 stars in Teaching ‌• Employability ‌•
Internationalisation ‌• Facilities •‌ Inclusiveness

World Ranking

# 94
Times Higher Education - WES Approved
Best universities in the UK 2023

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 Master of Business Administration

Course Description
The Master of Business Administration
taught and awarded by University of Central
Lancashire is an intensive programme
designed for those wishing either to establish
or sustain a successful managerial or
professional career. This 4-month MBA Top-
Up is delivered 100% online and is intended for
holders of a recognised postgraduate diploma
with 120 credits.

Taught by highly experienced and qualified

tutors, who will provide guidance for the
completion of an MBA dissertation, the MBA
provides a rigorous process of personal and
managerial development in which you are
encouraged and expected to make your own
unique contribution.

The UCLan MBA is well established and

enjoys an excellent reputation amongst
employer organisations in the private, public
and voluntary sectors. Graduates of the
MBA can progress to senior positions in their
organisation, or to the completion of a Doctor
of Business Administration (DBA).

Course Content

Dissertation (Major Project)

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 Progression Pathways

University of Central Lancashire

Master of Business
Administration (Top-Up)
60 Credits • Duration: 4 months

Completed
QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in
Strategic Management
and Leadership
120 Credits • Duration: Max 12 months

Recognized professional
qualification(s) plus at least
3 years of full-time work
experience at senior level
* Shortlisted applicants may be invited for
an interview.

Bachelor’s degree awarded

by a recognized institution

UKRQF / NQF Level 6 or

HKQF Level 5 qualification

The shortest time to complete the course:

4 months
(Completion time depends on student progress)
180 credits required to complete the course

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 Programme Features

100% online learning, which can be accessed

from your phone, pc or tablet at home or on
the move. On successful completion of your
studies, you’ll be invited to attend a graduation
ceremony on campus.

Duration Assessment
Study Mode of Program Performance of students are
assessed on a continuous
Online and Part-time This program can be basis through assignments
completed in 4 months. and class participation.

Entry Requirements
• UK RQF/ NQF Level 6; or HKQF Level 5 qualification or
• A bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognized
institution or
• A recognized professional qualification (s) plus at least
3 years of full-time work experience at senior level.
Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview.

English Language Requirements

Medium of
• IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or
Instruction
• HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above, or HKDSE
Examination English Language at Level 3 or above or All modules will be taught
• Satisfy the examiners in UK EDUCATION qualifying in English.
examination, if required.

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 Programme Structure
This MBA course is divided into two parts, Postgraduate Diploma PLUS MBA Top Up.

Postgraduate Diploma (120 Credits)

QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in
Strategic Management and Leadership
Start Date: Anytime
Duration: Max 12 months, course exemption will be provided base
on experience
Mode of Study: Distance Learning
Structure: 6 Mandatory plus 2 electives only with no exam

Mandatory Units Optional Units

1. Manage Team Performance to Select at least two of the following:
Support Strategy 1. Finance for Managers
2. Information Management and 2. Strategic Marketing

part 01
Strategic Decision Taking 3. Organisational Change
3. Leading a Strategic Strategies
Management Project 4. Human Resource Planning
4. Strategic Direction
5. Strategic Planning
6. Development as a Strategic
Manager

MBA Top Up (60 Credits)

University of Central Lancashire
Master of Business Administration Top-Up part 02
Start Date: September / January / June
Duration: 4 months, course exemption will be provided base on
experience
Mode of Study: Distance Learning
Structure: Dissertation Only

Dissertation (Major Project)

The dissertation module aims to equip you to become a skilled and critical
researcher in Business and Management by undertaking an academic or practice-
oriented research project. It will provide you with the knowledge and understanding
to plan and undertake an independent research project. And help you to
understand the impact of business and management research on practice, people,
organisations or policy, and your own practice.
In terms of coursework, you will be required to complete a brief on research
methods (2,000 words), a project (12,000 words) and a professional development
report (1,000 words).*
*The above details are meant for guidance only and is subject to change by the university.

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 QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in
Strategic Management and
Leadership Module Outline

Unit 702:
Manage Team Performance to Support Strategy

Aim of the unit will explore how team performance can be evaluated and
optimised to realise strategic objectives.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to set performance targets for teams to meet strategic objectives
‹ Be able to agree team performance targets to contribute to meeting
strategic objectives
‹ Be able to monitor actions and activities defined to improve team
performance
‹ Be able to apply influencing skills to respond to the dynamics and politics
of personal interactions

Unit 703:
Finance for Managers

Aim of this unit is geared towards supporting Learners in understanding

and using financial information and data. This unit is important to
Learners as it support decision making.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to analyse financial information and data
‹ Be able to assess budgets and their ability to support organisational
objectives
‹ Be able to evaluate financial proposals for expenditure provided by others

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 Unit 704:
Information Management and Strategic Decision Taking

Aim of this unit will address the volume and complexity of data and
information available to organisations and how to analyse, apply and
determine its value in making strategic decisions.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to understand the importance of management information on
strategic
‹ Be able to understand the importance of information sharing within an
organisation
‹ Be able to use information to support strategic decision making
‹ Be able to monitor and review management information

Unit 705:
Leading a Strategic Management Project

Aim of this unit will involve the Learner in formulating research and
methodologies to support a strategic management project. They will
be required to critically evaluate options and data sources prior to
presenting project outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to identify and justify a strategic investigative project
‹ Be able to conduct research using different data sources, and synthesise
data and options
‹ Be able to draw conclusions and make recommendations that achieve
the project aim
‹ Be able to develop and review the results of the investigative project

Unit 706:
Strategic Direction

Aim of this unit will explore the strategic aims and objectives of an
organisation and their significance in setting direction, identifying
success and progress for the organisation. The unit will also explore
where different strategic options may lead the organisation to change its
direction.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to review and determine the organisation’s strategic aims and
objectives
‹ Be able to evaluate progress towards achieving organisational strategic
aims and objectives
‹ Be able to determine and evaluate strategic options to support a new
strategic position

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 Unit 708:
Strategic Marketing

Aim of this unit will investigate underlying models, techniques and

theories that underpin marketing and can contribute to strategic
objectives. It will also provide Learners with a critical understanding of
the marketing function within complex organisations.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to understand the relationship between the marketing plan and
strategic objectives
‹ Be able to produce a strategic marketing plan
‹ Be able to promote the marketing plan in support of strategic objectives

Unit 710:
Organisational Change Strategies

Aim of this module is to enable students to understand, plan and achieve

organisational change successfully. The received wisdom in much
of the business world is that change has to be fast, large-scale and
transformational if organisations are to survive. However, there is also
evidence that many successful organisations take a much slower and
more cautious approach to change. In addition, the failure rate of change
initiatives is claimed to be around 70%. It follows from this that managing
organisational change is one of the most problematic tasks leaders
undertake, and that the ability to do so is a key attribute of successful
leaders and successful organisations.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Understand how to apply solutions to organisational change
‹ Understand how to develop a change strategy using implementation
models
‹ Be able to analyse an organisational response to change
‹ Understand how to evaluate the impact of change strategies

Unit 711:
Strategic Planning

Aim of this unit is about the value of the strategic planning process in
formulating appropriate strategies and designing a plan that will be
supported by stakeholders and other organisational leaders. The critical
review of the plan and its success is also addressed in the unit.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to conceive and analyse strategic options
‹ Be able to formulate a strategic plan
‹ Be able to implement, evaluate, monitor and review the strategic plan

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 Unit 712:
Human Resource Planning

Aim of this unit will address issues that are important when planning for
and securing a workforce that will be able to deliver strategic objectives.
The unit will also consider the constraints and influences on organisations
HR practices.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Understand how the HR plan supports strategic objectives
‹ Understand the legal and organisational frameworks for the employment
of staff
‹ Understand the effect of the organisational environment on employees

Unit 724:
Development as a Strategic Manager

Aim of this unit aims to supports organisational and self-awareness

in Learners. It provides foundations for a self-critical and reflective
approach to personal development to support the Learner when
operating at a strategic level. Wider context organisation and
environmental factors are also considered as contributors to overall
strategic success of the individual and the organisation.
Learning Outcomes
‹ Be able to identify personal skills to achieve strategic ambitions
‹ Be able to manage personal leadership development to support
achievement of strategic ambitions
‹ Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the leadership development plan
‹ Be able to advocate an employee welfare environment that supports
organisational values

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