With International MBA (IMBA) programme offered by Magna Carta College, get three UK recognised qualifications; including:
- Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
- Chartered Manager Status from the UK’s much revered Chartered Management Institute (CMI) on the basis of Level 7 Diploma qualification
- MBA (top up) through the advanced entry, as a Level 7 Diploma holder, with Buckinghamshire New University
The programme is especially designed for transforming middle to senior tier managers to future organisational leaders. This programme focuses on fostering resilient, sustainable organisational trailblazers within a globally connected commercial context.
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Inside Look Into INTERNATIONAL MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
Qualification
On successful completion of the programme you will be awarded
- Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
- Chartered Manager Status (on the basis of your Level 7 Diploma)
- International Masters of Business Administration.
Awarding Bodies
LRN, Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Buckinghamshire New University
Course Description
The main aim of the IMBA triple qualification programme is to enable you to provide you the knowledge and the tools to develop a strategic, integrated and holistic perspective on organisations and management on various important areas , from international finance to marketing strategy, and digital leadership to project management,. You will be confident in your leadership capabilities, and be prepared for senior management career advancement.
STAGE 1:
Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership consists of following units
Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Learners will need to meet the requirements outlined in the table below before the qualification can be awarded.
| Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership | |||
| Unit number | Unit title | Credit | GLH |
| Mandatory units – learners must achieve both units | |||
| 1 | Strategic Leadership and Management | 20 | 45 |
| 2 | Strategic Change Management | 20 | 45 |
| Optional units – learners must achieve one unit | |||
| 3 | Research Methods | 20 | 45 |
| 4 | Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 20 | 45 |
| 5 | Strategic Marketing Management | 20 | 45 |
| 6 | Project Management – the Strategic Perspective | 20 | 45 |
| 7 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 20 | 45 |
| 8 | Financial Principles and Techniques for the Strategic Manager | 20 | 45 |
| 9 | Strategic Supply Chain Management | 20 | 45 |
| 10 | Strategic Management of Quality and Operations | 20 | 45 |
| 11 | Small Business Management; a Strategic Overview | 20 | 45 |
| 12 | The Digital Business; Transformation and Optimisation | 20 | 45 |
| 13 | The Role of Organisational Culture and Communication in the Delivery of an Organisation’s Strategy | 20 | 45 |
Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Learners will need to meet the requirements outlined in the table below before the qualification can be awarded.
| Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership | |||
| Unit number | Unit title | Credit | GLH |
| Mandatory units – learners must achieve all units | |||
| 1 | Strategic Leadership and Management | 20 | 45 |
| 2 | Strategic Change Management | 20 | 45 |
| 3 | Research Methods | 20 | 45 |
| Optional units – learners must achieve three units | |||
| 4 | Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 20 | 45 |
| 5 | Strategic Marketing Management | 20 | 45 |
| 6 | Project Management – the Strategic Perspective | 20 | 45 |
| 7 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 20 | 45 |
| 8 | Financial Principles and Techniques for the Strategic Manager | 20 | 45 |
| 9 | Strategic Supply Chain Management | 20 | 45 |
| 10 | Strategic Management of Quality and Operations | 20 | 45 |
| 11 | Small Business Management; a Strategic Overview | 20 | 45 |
| 12 | The Digital Business; Transformation and Optimisation | 20 | 45 |
| 13 | The Role of Organisational Culture and Communication in the Delivery of an Organisation’s Strategy | 20 | 45 |
STAGE 2:
Chartered Manager status on the basis of Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma from Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
STAGE 3:
Diploma
- Candidates should possess a recognised Bachelors Degree in any discipline or overseas equivalent.
- Candidates who do not possess the required academic qualifications but have a minimum of five years experience of working in a strategic management position are also encouraged to submit an application.
- English language ability equivalent to IELTS 6.5.
Chartered Manager
- Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
IMBA
For the IMBA (top up) route you will be required to have:
- Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (or UK equivalent)
- An undergraduate qualification equivalent to UK Bachelors 2:2 or higher, alternatively two years’ supervisory or management work experience may be considered for candidates not meeting this requirement
- A Statement of Purpose
- A secure English language test such as IELTS 6.0 (with 5.5 in all modules) or equivalent
All online study materials and student handbooks are supplied. You will be allocated a tutor for academic support and have access to a Student Support Coordinator for administrative support. You will also complete an online induction and have access to an online virtual learning environment.
Flexible Distributed Learning
We recommend an average of 12-15 hours study time per week for this programme
No exemptions are allowed for this programme.
In addition to a completed application form:
- Copies of your relevant certificates and transcripts.
- One suitable work reference.
- Copy of your CV covering your work history (covering the last five years).
- Proof of English language ability (IELTS or equivalent)