
Executive Master of Business Administration (Top-Up)
University of NorthamptonCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in business and management with the MBA (Executive) Executive Master of Business Administration (Top-Up) at University of Northampton. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Our Executive MBA Top-Up course is designed to enable holders of the Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) (or equivalent UK and international qualifications) to gain an MBA qualification in just one year. You will take one module and submit the Business Research Report which will top up your Diploma to sufficient credits to be awarded an Executive MBA. ◾Critical issues in Business (10 Credits) ◾Business Research Project (50 Credits) Your teaching will be delivered electronically enabling you to balance study with your commitments at work and home, whilst enhancing your employment opportunit... International tuition fees are £4,275 per year, home/UK fees are £9,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | September 2026 January 2027 Our Executive MBA Top-Up course is designed to enable holders of DMS (or equivalent UK and international qualifications) to gain an MBA qualification in just one year. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 62 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£4,275
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,250
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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