Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
University of Plymouth · Plymouth
MBA Master of Business Administration
A general MBA covering core business and management areas for people aiming at mid to senior management roles, with an optional placement and a careers-focused reflective portfolio.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:2 honours degree or equivalent; other qualifications and experience considered individually
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Professional degree or four-year Bachelor's Special degree: 55% or GPA 3.00/4.00 for 2:2, 60% or 3.30 for 2:1
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, minimum 5.5 in each element
- English alternatives
- Recognised English qualification such as IELTS, or a Plymouth pre-sessional English course
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Plymouth.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on plymouth.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Plymouth before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.