Durham Master in Business Administration (MBA)
Structure of Programme
Core Modules
The core modules provide a foundation of managerial knowledge and understanding. The first module includes some induction material and is designed to tell you more about Durham Business School, the programme you will be studying and how to gain the most benefits from teaching and fellow participants.
The core subjects are:
- Improving Management Decision Making
- Strategic Management
- Managing in the Competitive Environment
- Managing in the Global Environment
- Managing People
- Managing Finance
Core modules except Improving Management Decision Making and Strategic Management are normally assessed by a case-study based assignment and related examination.
Methods of Inquiry and Electives
In your second year, you will study Methods of Inquiry and your electives. You will have flexibility to choose from over 20 electives delivered distance learning, or taught in Durham or Frankfurt, Germany. This allows less disruption to your working life.
No additional fees will be payable but students will be responsible for their own airfare and accommodation if they visit Durham or Germany and may be charged an administration fee. Methods of Inquiry as well as all electives are assessed by assignment only.
Dissertation
The programme culminates in a 15,000-word dissertation on a business topic chosen by you and overseen by a faculty member with relevant academic/consultancy experience. This is a very rewarding part of the MBA learning experience, and often a stepping stone to the next career move.