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Postgraduate Diploma in Business Studies
This course gives you the skills that today’s business leaders demand, helping you respond to the challenges of a global economy.

Aims of the course

If you’re seeking success in your business management career, an MBA can help you achieve goals – from promotion, to a higher salary, or a whole new direction. You’ll gain knowledge
and skills that will set you apart, with a qualification from one of the world’s most respected Universities.

The world is fast becoming an international marketplace. And, just as companies must increasingly stand out from their competitors – whether next door or on the other side of the globe – so too must individuals.
An MBA from UK University will help you do just that, by giving you the skills that today’s industry leaders demand. This rigorous academic programme has been designed to provide you with specialist knowledge of business, enabling you to manage challenges faced by the private and public sector alike.

Why study these programmes?

These programmes respond to the emerging challenges of the global economy. They will equip you with the skills needed to achieve your full career potential. An extensive range of topical financial, business and legal options include new contemporary options such as sustainability
management and corporate social responsibility.
The international nature of the global economy is reflected not only in the global perspectives that each programme
provides but also in the perspectives of your fellow students on the programme.

Entry requirements

To apply for the Postgraduate Diploma in Business Studies you must have:

Academic

A second class honours degree or the equivalent from a university or other institution acceptable to the University of London
OR a first degree from a university or other institution acceptable to the University of London and a G-MAT score of 550 or over
OR an equivalent professional qualification and a GMAT score of 550 or over

Please note: All other applications will be considered on an individual basis at the discretion of the University.

English language requirement

You should have an advanced level of English. You may be required to pass (or to have passed in the last three years) a test of proficiency in English acceptable to the University, e.g. an IELTS score of 6.5 or over with a minimum of 6 in each sub-test or a TOEFL score of 580 (or 237 in the computerised test) plus a minimum score of 4.5 in the test of written English (TWE).

Work experience

At least two years' relevant work experience is required (undertaken prior to registration).

Course Structure

The course has a flexible modular structure and consists of eight core subjects and a Project. A particular emphasis is given in achieving an optimal balance of theory and practice;

The course structure is as follows:

Module MBA901- Marketing Management
Module MBA902- Human Resources Management

Module MBA903- Financial Analysis for Non-Financial Managers

Module MBA904- Operations Management
Module MBA905- Contextual Environment of Business
Module MBA906- Strategic Management
Module MBA907- Research Methods
Module MBA908- The Independent Manager
Module MBA909- Project / Dissertation
  Breakdown: PgD consist of 5 modules (901, 902, 903, 904, 905) which is taught program at Hamilton College. Students will be required successfully completing further 3 modules (906, 907, 908) and Dissertation (909) under the supervision of UK University  to obtain full MBA Degree.
 
Course Title Postgraduate Diploma MBA (Top up)
Duration 12 Months 6 Months
Tuition Fee £4,500.00 £3,000.00
Examining Body Hamilton College London UK University
Awarding Body SIRM UK University
Entry Dates Jan, Apr, Jul & Sep
 
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