International Master of Business Administration

Buckinghamshire New University

Mont Rose College of the Management & Sciences offers International Master of Business Administration this course in partnership with Buckinghamshire New University.

Awarding Body

Level of Course: Level - 7 Master’s Degree

Number of Credit Hours: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will have completed at least 180 credits.

Mode and Length of Study: Full Time: 12 – 15 months

Attendance: A full-time student is required to attend 21 hours per week in term time.

Workload: A full-time student will study 180 credits in an academic year.

Exemption: No exemption is allowed for this programme.

Course Contents/Description

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE Level 7

» MB701 – International Management of Finance » MB702 – Marketing Strategy in an ‘Always On’ World » MB703 – Leading, Managing and Developing Talent » MB704 – International Logistics and Operations

Performance

» MB705 – Strategic Leadership » MB706 – Project Management » MB707 – Organisational Resilience » MB708 – Digital Leadership » MB709 – Dissertation

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

A. Knowledge and Understanding

» Select and use appropriate problem-solving and decision-making techniques, including the ability to create, identify, and evaluate options and to implement and review decisions » Critically reflect on one’s own practise in relation to published literature through an extended dissertation project

C. Practical Skills

» Display empathetic and effective two-way communication skills, including listening, negotiating, and persuading or influencing others » Design, implement and critique research into business and management issue » Conduct, under supervision, an independent piece of empirical research or problem-based learning demonstrating a mastery of the subject area

In addition to the above, on successful completion of the International Masters in Business Administration, a graduate will be able to:

B. Intellectual/Cognitive Skills

» Critically evaluate and use a range of quantitative and qualitative methods for providing information and evaluating options in an uncertain business environment » Demonstrate an in-depth critical understanding of a chosen aspect of business or management through an extended self-managed dissertation project

D. Key/Transferable Skills

» Incorporate a critical ethical dimension to their practice, managing the implications of ethical dilemmas and works proactively with others to formulate solutions » Use personal reflection to analyse self and own actions » Make connections between known and unknown areas, to allow for adaptation and change. Communicate complex ideas in a written form suitable for dissemination to a wider audience

LEARNING, TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT METHODS TO ACHIEVE THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES:

The structure of the programme runs across 12-15 months (depending on when a particular cohort start) with 180 credits being attained over this period. Students study 8 modules which carry 15 credits and a final self-managed learning module (dissertation) which carries 60 credits.

Students study four concurrent modules (MB701, MB702, MB703 and MB704) in Part 1 (Semester 1) and four concurrent modules (MB705, MB706, MB707 and MB708) in Part 2 (Semester 2). Personal development and research skills are taught in both semesters but receive a greater focus in Part 2. This builds up to Part 3, which consists of the self-managed learning module: Dissertation. Class sessions comprise of a range of activities including interactive lectures, discussions, group work, presentations and business simulation games. These relate to topics that are set in a scheme of work for each module. Learning outcomes for the programme and specific modules are applied to the content under discussion at each session. A consistent approach in this is the relationship of theory to practice. Students are introduced to theories and content; discussion applies this to their experience and to case studies. Core texts are recommended for each module.

Students are assisted in further reading by the use of Blackboard and Library databases. This provides them with continuous access to learning materials, discussion boards, wikis as well as the full range of library facilities. Throughout the programme, the objective is to enhance the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability of students. Learning outcomes are met by a combination of self-study, directed research and investigation, online tutor support, and Blackboard materials as well as tutor-led sessions. Input is not limited to tutor input, though – the programme team makes regular use of guest speakers from respected organisations, and student presentations are also used to help develop personal research and reflection skills as well as learning collaboratively. All of these help to enable students to develop important personal skills needed to proceed with their careers in business organisations. The assessment tasks include individual assignments, examinations, Time Constrained Assessment, case study analysis, personal presentations and postings to online discussion for a combination designed to assess and meet the stated aims and the required learning outcomes. The dissertation and project modules have a regular discussion forum which will be facilitated by the tutor to check understanding, give formative feedback and allow peer-assisted learning. Even though the dissertation and projects are highly individual pieces of work, some students benefit from working in action learning sets – and these will be facilitated by the tutors in addition to individual supervision meetings. These allow for peer-to-peer learning as well as a peer-to-peer formative assessment. Such interactive activities help students to gain from different perspectives as well as develop their abilities to work collaboratively in a multi-cultural group. The assessment strategy is designed to ensure that learning outcomes are achieved and that there is a development of knowledge and skills. Independent learning is embedded within the programme, and students develop a depth of understanding via synthesis, critical analysis and evaluation. Assessments are by coursework and examination/TCA with some modules being assessed by coursework only. Coursework takes several forms, such as an individual report, individual presentation, or reflective portfolio. The importance of the notion of learning from personal reflection is emphasised by the inclusion of the need for personal reflection in many of the assessments; even though not necessarily contributing to the mark awarded, the team believes that such reflective skills are an important habit to develop. Such assessment tasks, then, help to prepare students for similar challenges in their careers – with managers at all levels and in all types of organisations increasingly needing to be able to communicate ideas in different ways: face-to-face or remotely, with or without planning time, solo or with colleagues. Formative assessment is provided for in each module – students learn from feedforward as well as feedback. Such support is provided in a number of different ways, such as: face-to-face in-class student discussions with tutors or peers, formative assessments, tutor guidance, and comment on draft work. The programme team also offers remote help through, for example, Skype or similar. Assessment loads across the programme are monitored carefully to avoid imbalance or too many instances of clusters – although this latter point cannot be totally avoided given the nature of timetabled study. The programme team work to ensure that assessments are spread and are equivalent sizes such as word counts.

Entry Requirements

Applicants to the International Master of Business Administration will normally have obtained a Hons degree (or equivalent) and have at least 2 years post-graduation experience in a post carrying managerial or professional experience. The

broad nature of the International MBA allows us to appeal to a broad range of applicants from across a diversity of subject disciplines or professions. The global nature of the International MBA allows us to appeal to applicants from different parts of the world. Students whose first language is not English or whose language of instruction at undergraduate level was not English will be required to demonstrate English proficiency at a score of IELTS level 6.5 or its equivalent. In keeping with the nature of MBAs across many other institutions, the programme specification will retain some flexibility to enable senior and experienced students who lack formal academic qualifications to be considered, e.g. via portfolio preparation and interview. In line with the university Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme, potential students can apply for Advanced Standing by Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL); their application will be considered by the Course Leader or other member of the course team.

HOW TO APPLY

Please download the application form from https://mrcollege.ac.uk/apply-online/. Complete and return it to Mont Rose College with relevant qualification documents, one suitable reference, a copy of your passport and attached scanned document copies via email at admissions@mrcollege.ac.uk or, by post to Mont Rose House, 412-416 Eastern Avenue, Gants Hill, IG2 6NQ.

Study Location: Mont Rose House, 412-416 Eastern Avenue, Gants Hill, IG2 6NQ.

WAYS TO APPLY

ONLINE

Directly apply for your chosen course www.mrcollege.ac.uk/apply-online

VISIT THE COLLEGE

You can contact the Admissions Team and make an appointment

Those applying for advanced standing via APCL should have:

» A Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (or equivalent) for those students wishing to enter directly onto

Part 2; or

» A Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (or equivalent) for those students wishing to enter direct onto Part 3. » Nonstandard qualifications will be subject to a mapping exercise against our PG Cert, or PG Dip to ensure equivalence.

Opportunities Available For Students After Completion Of The Award

All Bucks Business School graduates benefit from a range of post-graduation support which could include help with developing new business ideas – via our Launchpad Clare Enterprise Centre, for example – or through our well-developed career service and alumni links. In terms of incomes, research into earnings of MBA graduates has shown that, on average, salaries were 50% higher on completion than pre-MBA levels (Yeaple, 2014)1. In addition, on completion of the award, students may be able to apply for Doctorate level programmes such as PhD or professional doctorate.

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee is £9,250 and £2,500 bursary per annum. Students on this course may be fully funded by the Student Loan Company. This facility is only available to UK and other European Union students. For more information, please contact the admissions team at admissions@mrcollege.ac.uk or T: +44 20 8556 5009

HOW TO APPLY

At Mont Rose College we believe in encouraging and supporting all sectors of the community to access Higher Education. In accordance with the college Admissions Policy places will be o ered (subject to availability) on the basis of student’s meeting the entry criteria.

WAYS TO APPLY

ONLINE

Directly apply for your chosen course

www.mrcollege.ac.uk/apply-online

VISIT THE COLLEGE

You can contact the Admissions Team and make an appointment

Mont Rose House, 412-416 Eastern Avenue, Gants Hill, IG2 6NQ

ENROLMENT

Students are required to bring the below documents in order to apply:

» Passport or Birth Certificate - (if born in the UK) » Proof of qualifications (International qualifications will need to be translated into English) » Personal Statement

» 2 x Passport size photographs » Curriculum Vitae

» Work contract - (If requested to provide one) » Reference Letter - (If applicable) » Enhanced DBS - (If applicable)

If you are EU National you must provide original evidence of where you have lived in the last 3 years. Evidence can be the following:

» Bank Statement

» Council Tax Bill

» Utility Bill » Payslip or P60 » Work Permit or Accession Worker Cards

FEE INFORMATION

Here at Mont Rose College we believe higher education should not only be accessible but a ordable to as many people. You may have heard that many universities are charging as high as £9,000 per year however we believe in removing the financial barrier a ecting many people across various community groups. Our HND programmes start form as little as £7,724 per year for home and EU students.

You may be eligible to apply for a student tuition fee loan, paying towards the full cost of you programme of study. You can also apply for loans towards living costs and you may want to apply for grants.

Instalments can be arranged by the college finance team or the fees can be paid in one lump sum.

Option 1: Student Loan Funding

Option 2: Self-Funding

The fees are very a ordable and does not compromise the quality of learning at Mont Rose College

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HOW TO FIND US

Mont Rose College is located in the East of the city of London. The college is at 1 minute walk from the Gants Hill station. The Gants Hill Underground Station is on the Central Line and Ilford station is on the British rail station; there are frequent and fast services from central London and from areas further east of Gants Hill and Ilford.

The College is well-connected to the surrounding London boroughs by the many bus routes that pass through Ilford. Bus stops are close to the college. In particular, there are the useful services of 167,128,366,150,145,179,396, 123 and 366 to Northbrook Road. Ilford

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DISCLAIMER POLICY

This prospectus was issued in November 2022 and is intended primarily for prospective undergraduates students wishing to enter Mont Rose College. The prospectus describes an outline of the courses and services o ered by Mont Rose College as well as details of the various student support. The information therein was correct at the time of going to press

While Mont Rose College makes every e ort to ensure that the contents and statements made in this publication are fair and accurate, it can accept no liability for omissions, errors or subsequent changes. The statements made and information provided, are a general guide and there may be changes following publication, which a ect the contents. Courses and modules may be altered or withdrawn without notice and fees and financial support mechanisms may similarly change. Please note, also, that the information provided on entry requirements for particular courses are, as cited in the course pages is intended for guidance only. The conditions attached to o ers may vary from year to year and form applicant to applicant.

Further to this, should you be o ered and accept a place on any course at Mont Rose College, neither you nor the College shall be liable for any delay in performing or non-performance of any of your or its obligations, other than an obligation to make payment, if caused by the circumstances beyond your or its reasonable control. This includes, without limitation, any of the following: act of God, governmental act, industrial action, strikes, lockouts, fire, flood, earthquake, bad weather conditions, explosion, civil commotion, war, terrorist attack, technical failure or power failure.

For details of any changes made since publication, please refer to our website www.mrcollege.ac.uk

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We are grateful to the many people involved in the production of this prospectus and would particularly like to thank all the students profiled.

This publication was produced by Mont Rose College of Management and Sciences in November 2022.

It is accurate at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to amend information within this prospectus without prior notice. Please visit our website at mrcollege.ac.uk/mrc-policy for our full terms and conditions.