Overview

At this Global Master of Business Administration offered at University of Portsmouth Study topics that combine global business principles with an in-depth understanding of local market dynamics, including subjects such as managing change, creativity and innovation and the global business environment.

You'll develop a versatile, in-demand skill set to stand out in the employment market in high growth industries, and personalise your course by choosing from one of our specialist pathways:

Sustainable Business Innovation through Design Thinking

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Transformation

International Tourism and Hospitality Management

Strategic Leadership in Healthcare

Highlights

Explore and apply global business principles through practical and realistic teaching and assessments

Choose a specialist pathway that interests you, from options designed alongside our research centres

Complete an industry placement year with a company or several unique organisations

Learn from a teaching team with experience and expertise from industries including global corporations, dynamic start-ups and non-profit organisations

Build your network by working closely with real businesses and entrepreneurs in one of the UK’s most entrepreneurial cities

Graduate ready for a range of careers in high growth industries, and a transferable skill set in demand by employers

MBA graduates could go on to be:

General Manager/CEO

Management Consultant

Financial Analyst or Manager

Marketing Manager

Operations Manager

Project Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Entrepreneur/Startup Founder

Data Analyst/Manager

Healthcare Administrator

Real Estate Manager

Nonprofit Manager

Public Relations (PR) Manager

Educational Administrator

Telecommunications Manager

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Programme Structure

Modules include:

Business in Action

Global Business Environment

Strategies for Sustainability Leadership

Managing Change, Creativity and Innovation

Entrepreneurship and Business Venturing

Sustainable Business Innovation through Design Thinking

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00

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There's no deadline for applications to this course. We accept applications right up until the course start date, as long as there are places available.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Business Administration International Business Master in Business Administration (MBA) View 422 other Masters in International Business in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A second-class honours degree (or equivalent, including professional qualifications), not necessarily in a business related subject.
If you're applying as an international student with a non-UK degree, you’ll need to show you meet the UK entry requirements listed above.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18100 GBP / year

≈ 18100 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

12800 GBP / year

≈ 12800 GBP / year

Additional Details

For UK and EU students:

£12,800

Living costs

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

710 - 1099 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Highlights

MBA graduates could go on to be:

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Portsmouth

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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