Distance Learning MBA
Gain the skills employers are seeking from a triple-accredited MBA at the University of Bradford. Study fundamental business administration principles while tailoring your expertise.
Level
Masters DegreeDuration
2.5 years part-timeLanguage
English
Distance Learning MBA
Masters Degree (Postgraduate)
2.5 years part-time
Develop world-class business skills with a triple-accredited MBA
Elevate your leadership potential and drive meaningful change with the University of Bradford's Distance Learning MBA. Ranked 1st in the world for Value for Money and ESG/Net Zero teaching (Financial Times, 2024), this MBA programme is designed for ambitious professionals who want to make an impact.
The flexible format enables you to balance your studies with your personal and professional commitments, all while preparing for senior leadership roles. Combining academic rigour with real-world application, this degree equips you with the tools to drive meaningful change both within your organisation and in society.
Customise your MBA journey to match your career goals
Whether you're looking to accelerate your current career or pivot into a new industry, this programme offers unparalleled flexibility. You will first build a strong foundation in key business areas — such as leadership, finance, marketing, and strategy — before diving into elective modules that cater to your specific interests.
You can opt for specialised module clusters like the digital economy, innovation and entrepreneurship, or sustainability to hone your expertise in areas that are shaping the future of business.
These flexible learning options ensure that your MBA journey not only enhances your existing skills but also positions you for new opportunities in a rapidly changing global market.
Lead the future of sustainable business leadership
The University of Bradford is dedicated to creating sustainable value for both people and the planet. Through this Distance Learning MBA, you'll embrace the philosophy of "doing well by doing good," gaining the skills to lead with purpose and drive meaningful change.
The programme’s focus on sustainability will equip you with the tools to drive positive change, making you an influential leader in today's complex business environment.
Throughout the MBA, you'll be challenged to think critically about how businesses can achieve success while contributing to the greater good. You'll work on projects that push you to consider both the ethical implications and the long-term sustainability of business decisions.
Develop critical executive skills and critical insights
As you progress through the MBA, you’ll not only gain theoretical knowledge but also build practical leadership skills. Modules are designed to develop your executive decision-making abilities, prepare you to manage complex global challenges, and refine your capacity to lead high-performing teams.
You'll also have the opportunity to engage in real-world projects that apply your learning directly to business scenarios, giving you the confidence to handle business challenges as a senior leader.
Accelerate your success with impact
With triple accreditation (EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB), the University of Bradford offers a top-tier education that is globally recognized for its quality and impact. The programme’s rigorous academic structure and its emphasis on social mobility ensure that you’ll graduate not just with a degree, but with a profound ability to lead and inspire in the global business arena.
By completing this MBA, you'll join a network of professionals who share your drive for success and sustainable business practices. The combination of academic excellence, flexibility, and real-world focus prepares you to take on leadership roles with confidence, ensuring that you’re equipped to lead in an ever-changing global marketplace.
What can you do with a Distance Learning MBA?
With this Distance Learning MBA, you'll be well-positioned for cross-industry leadership roles, including:
Chief strategy officer
Sustainability director
Digital transformation lead
Innovation manager
Management consultant
Circular economy specialist
Global supply chain director
Is this a part-time or full-time degree?
This MBA programme is a part-time, distance learning degree that can be completed in two to three years. You can accelerate your graduation timeline with condensed modules and earn credits by choosing certain intensive one-week modules.
How will you be assessed?
Assessment methods vary by module and include individual and group assignments, online quizzes, presentations, and a final management project.
Work experience:
You must have at least three years of management or leadership work experience, which can be from any industry, including both private and public sectors, and charitable organisations.
Academic and professional achievements:
You should have a good first degree awarded by a UK university or overseas equivalent, or a relevant professional qualification.
If you don't have a first degree or professional qualifications you'll need to demonstrate significant management or business leadership experience (normally at least eight years).
We will also consider an academic recommendation based on interview.
Numeracy and literacy competencies:
You'll be require evidence of numeracy and literacy competencies. You may also be required to complete an authorised online aptitude test such as the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or school equivalent (The Bradford Test).
English language requirements:
If English is not your first language, we may need evidence of your proficiency in English through a recognised test (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE-A). You'll be required to achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with no sub-test less than 5.5, or equivalent.
If you have not taken an English test, but have extensive experience of working and being taught in English, then we may be able to waive the requirement for a formal test.
What will it cost?
The total tuition fee is £20,196 spread over the length of your course.
- Explore contemporary management theories and practices, considering their impact on organisations in local and global contexts.
- Strengthen your decision-making skills by applying key concepts, frameworks, and models.
- Develop the confidence to tackle complex strategic challenges in an unpredictable business environment.
- Learn to adapt, collaborate, and problem-solve ethically across different professional settings.
- Assess the role of sustainability in business and its influence on decision-making.
- Reflect on your career goals and identify steps to keep your skills and knowledge up to date.
- Enhance your ability to gather, evaluate, and use data to build and present strong business cases.
University of Bradford
Established 60 years ago, the University of Bradford School of Management has a rich history and international reputation as one of the innovators in business education. We have one of the longest-running MBA programmes with 49 years of delivering this degree and 25 years of Distance Learning.