Business Administration (Executive) MBA
Course code: N2EX
Study mode: You study most days of the week and complete all course units /modules in the standard time., You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.
Course type: MBA
International: Available to study online
Study at: Inverness; Moray; North, West and Hebrides; Perth
Start in: January; September
Learning mode: You access classes and/or materials digitally.
Duration: Full time: 18 months; Part time: 2.5 - 3.5 years
How: You complete course tasks independently. These may be set by your lecturer or chosen by you.
What is special about this course?
Are you an experienced professional looking to progress to higher leadership and management roles?
Our MBA Business Administration (Executive) is part of a suite of MBAs, designed to provide leadership and management skills across the areas of Artificial Intelligence, Aviation, Environmental Management, Executive, Marketing, Renewable Energy, Supply Chain Management and Sustainable Oil and Gas Management.
Build the strategic leadership, management and decision-making skills that help you progress your career and lead with confidence in organisations shaped by artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Learn how to combine ethical leadership, innovation and business expertise to identify opportunities, drive growth and respond effectively to change.
Develop a strong foundation in leadership and management while exploring the impact of artificial intelligence across modern organisations. Gain theoretical knowledge, practical understanding and strategic management skills that support career progression into senior and executive-level roles. Strengthen your ability to navigate complex business challenges, lead diverse teams and make informed decisions in dynamic global environments.
Drawing on employer insights, this MBA equips you with the capabilities organisations seek in today's leaders. Explore how ethical behaviour, cultural awareness, adaptability and responsible decision-making contribute to long-term success in an increasingly interconnected world.
A defining feature of this MBA is its focus on ethical and responsible leadership, helping you develop the executive excellence needed for the future of business. Through a strong emphasis on innovation, entrepreneurship and technology, you will build your learning around four core pillars:
- Ethical awareness
- Cultural readiness
- Future readiness
- Identifying growth and opportunity
Special features
- The course is delivered online for maximum flexibility
- Develop reflective learning skills based on your experience and peer-to-peer exchange, facilitated through the MBA hub
- Participate in a wider dialogue via the MBA hub, between fellow students, business partners, local community and academic colleagues
- An online induction programme will provide support and information, as well as an initial opportunity to interact and network via the hub
Partnerships and accreditations
UHI are proud to provide this course to students at our partner organisation, the University of Akureyri in Iceland.
- Honours degree, normally at 2:1 and not less than 2:2, or international equivalent
- There is no barrier to entry based on the subject studied to degree level
- Other professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis
- International students whose first language is not English must also meet the language competency standards as detailed on the International page of the website
- It is desirable that you have some post-study work experience
- You will be asked to give us academic references before you can enrol and, where appropriate, provide employer references
- You may be asked to undertake a short piece of assessment work
You will study 5 core modules:
- Responsible leadership and management in the global environment
- Research for business
- Growth and opportunity through innovation
- Change for sustainable futures
- Masters research project
You will also study 2 option modules from the following:
- Operations management
- Corporate and competitive strategy
- Supply chain management
- Accounting and reporting for decision makers
- Strategic marketing
- Understanding social media
How will I study my course?
- Full-time
- Part-time (structured)
- Part-time (unstructured)
- You will study this course fully online, either full-time or part-time, and will undertake tutor supported study, learning entirely via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE)
How long will my course last?
- Full-time: 18 months
- Part-time (structured): minimum of 2.5 years (3 years if completing the research project over 2 semesters)
- Part-time (unstructured): minimum of 3.5 years
- Inverness
- Moray
- North, West and Hebrides
- Perth
- This course is fully online. You will apply to and be enrolled by UHI Perth, who will deliver the course in conjunction with UHI Inverness, UHI Moray and UHI North, West and Hebrides
- University of Akureyri students: please click on the relevant apply link below (September or January start) and then select the 'University of Akureyri applicants' option to begin your application process
Start date
- September
- January
Fees
The following fees apply to this taught postgraduate course:
Online study (all students) - MBA 180 credits
| Study mode | 2025-26 | 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | £7,488 | £7,938 |
| Structured part-time (per 60 credits) | £2,496 | £2,646 |
| Unstructured part-time (per 20 credit module) | £832 | £882 |
Funding
Eligible Scotland-domiciled students studying full-time can access loans up to £11,500 from the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS). This comprises a tuition fee loan up to £7,000 and a non-income assessed living cost loan of £4,500.
Eligible Scotland-domiciled students studying part-time can apply for a tuition fee loan from SAAS. You must be intending to complete the course in no longer than twice the length of time it would take for a full-time student. For example, if your course is available to full-time students as a one-year programme, you will be funded for a maximum of two years' part-time study. If your course does not have a full-time option, you must complete within three years. You can apply for a tuition fee loan up to £7,000, which will be paid pro-rata for each academic year of study.
Full details can be found on the SAAS website. Applications for loans open in April.
Students from the rest of the UK who meet the eligibility requirements may be able to apply for a loan from the Student Loan Company.
What can I do on completion of my course?
The MBA Business Administration (Executive) is a bespoke course, tailored to your individual needs. It will equip you with critical skills and analytic competencies enabling you to continue with your chosen professional or academic developments.
Can I progress into further study?
The MBA Business Administration (Executive) provides excellent preparation and training for further advanced study in many areas of research. As such, you may wish to pursue a PhD or professional Doctorate studies within your chosen field.
Course is online and open to applicants from anywhere in the world
Please see guidance for international applicants regarding entry requirements
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