Global with Professional Placement MBA
Are you an ambitious graduate ready to drive change in global organisations? Develop the skills employers value most and boost your career prospects through extended real‑world management experience on our MBA Global with Professional Placement.
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Overview
| Course length: | 2 years full-time |
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| Start dates: | September 2026 |
| Location: | Edge Hill University |
| Subject(s): | Business Management, Accounting and Finance |
| Faculty: | Arts and Sciences |
| Department: | Business School |
Explore the complexities of global business and build the evidence‑based decision‑making skills that are essential for effective leadership and management. You’ll develop a global mindset that prepares you to lead and collaborate effectively across diverse professional groups and stakeholders, with the opportunity to apply your learning in real‑world settings.
This two‑year programme places employability at its core. Designed for career-focused graduates, it combines a full MBA in Global Business Administration with substantial professional work experience. You’ll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a self-sourced, approved workplace while building a strong professional portfolio that sets you apart in the global job market.
In Year One, you’ll complete a dedicated Preparing for Placement module (non‑credit bearing), designed to support your transition into professional practice. This includes an employability skills gap analysis, participation in an assessment centre, development of a professional CV and LinkedIn profile, and the creation of a personalised action plan to help you secure a suitable placement. You’ll be fully supported throughout by the University’s Careers Service and the Business School’s placement lead.
Throughout your placement (a minimum of 30 weeks), you’ll develop a comprehensive Professional Placement Portfolio, including a reflective diary, a presentation of your achievements, and an updated career development plan. Alongside an employer reference, this portfolio evidences your professional capability and preparedness for the global job market.
By the time you graduate, you’ll have developed the knowledge, confidence and real‑world experience to lead responsibly in global organisations, positioning you to succeed in a competitive international environment.
An accredited degree
This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Course features
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International students can apply
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Professional practice placements
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Professional accreditation
What you'll study
Throughout the programme, you will develop knowledge, skills and behaviours across a range of key areas within the field of Global Business Administration.
You will gain a thorough understanding of the analysis, application and implementation of strategic management theories as well as as the opportunity to hone your leadership and business analytical skills. You will also develop an awareness of the research methodologies and techniques needed to undertake an independent research project. You will gain a firm understanding of the fundamental financial systems that support financial decision making and learn how to create and manage brands in order to build customer value and brand equity. You’ll also critically analyse global trends and develop strategic insights relevant to managing business in an international environment. You will also complete a dedicated Preparing for Placement module (non‑credit bearing), designed to support your transition into professional practice.
In Year 2, you’ll complete The Management Consultancy Project, a practice-based project linked to a real organisational problem. The project will be embedded into your placement year, allowing you to research an organisational problem within your placement host.
How you'll study
Sessions will be delivered via workshops, seminars and lectures.
How you'll be assessed
The course utilises a variety of summative assessment methods including academic critical essays, simulations, case studies, reports, group presentations and portfolios.
Who will be teaching you
All modules are delivered by experienced lecturers and professors who have research specialism and/or professional experience in their subject matter.
Entry criteria
A degree equivalent to a UK lower second class (2:2) honours degree in any discipline:
Candidates with a lower honours degree attainment may be admitted where they provide evidence of experience and/or prior learning at the discretion of the department
Candidates may be invited to an interview. Candidates are encouraged to make contact with the Department/ Course Leader to discuss the requirements and expectations of postgraduate study specific to the programme.
IELTS 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent test). Students who are 0.5 below this can take a 6 week pre-sessional course at Edge Hill University and students who are 1.0 band below required entry score can take a 12 week pre-sessional course.
Overseas qualifications will be assessed using ECCTIS (formerly NARIC) to ascertain comparability.
There is an opportunity for Recognition of Prior (Experiential) Learning, in accordance with the university regulations.
Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
If you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven't been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
English language requirements
International students require IELTS 6.5, with a score no lower than 6.0 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
How to apply
Application links will be added when available.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
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Facilities
A stunning £8million building provides impressive teaching and learning facilities for students in Edge Hill Business School.
The contemporary three-storey building offers a 100-seat lecture theatre and modern seminar and meeting rooms. There are also social learning areas which enc
ourage a more informal and interactive style of learning, in addition to an attractive roof garden and atrium.
Finance
Tuition fees
UK Full-Time
£14,500
a year
UK Part-Time
£81 per credit
for 180 credits
International
£15,500
a year
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.
Financial support
Please view the relevant Money Matters guide for comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK students joining postgraduate courses at Edge Hill University.
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply for financial support. Irish nationals can ordinarily apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). If you are an EU student who does not have settled or pre-settled status, or are an international student from a non-EU country, please see our international student finance pages.
Your future career
We want to encourage you to achieve your ambitions through placing employability at the heart of all our programmes in the Business School. A strong emphasis is placed on the development of your general intellectual and technical skills, as well as your subject specific knowledge.
By combining an MBA, CMI accreditation, and a 30‑week professional placement, this route will help you stand out in the graduate employment market. You’ll graduate with both academic knowledge and valuable real‑world experience, giving you a strong advantage when applying for roles worldwide.
Your future career options could include:
- Management trainee and graduate leadership schemes with major employers
- Roles in operations, strategy, or business development, particularly where professional experience is valued
- Management consulting and advisory roles
- Starting your own business, supported by a strong mix of academic insight and workplace experience
- International careers across a range of sectors, supported by the global focus of the programme and flexible placement opportunities
All placement opportunities are subject to visa compliance requirements.
We provide you with careers support, offering guidance on application processes, assessment days and interview techniques. Our extra-curricular activities will help you to work towards membership of professional bodies, along with networking events and graduate fairs.
