Master of Business Administration MBA

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Leeds Trinity University

Program Overview

The MBA at Leeds Trinity is designed to give you a solid foundation in all things business, while also helping you grow as a confident leader. It’s perfect if you want to step into management, boost your career, or even start your own venture — whether your background is in business or something completely different.

Curriculum structure:

Full-time (12 months) — You’ll dive into the heart of business and management:
- Organisations and Management introduces you to leadership, teamwork, and how to handle change in real workplaces.
- Managing Operations and Processes shows you how businesses run day-to-day, teaching you how to optimise processes and deliver value efficiently.
- Strategic Financial Management equips you to understand financial statements, make smart decisions, and manage risk effectively.
- Modules in Marketing and International Business help you understand how to reach customers and operate globally, from creating strategies to navigating international markets.
- Project Management, Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise, and Business and Sustainability focus on practical skills: leading projects, thinking creatively, building new ideas, and making businesses more sustainable.
- You’ll finish with Research Methods and a Research Project, giving you hands-on experience in analysing real business problems and proposing evidence-based solutions.
Part-time (2 years) — The same content is spread over two years, so you can balance studying with work or other commitments, without missing any of the core learning.

Focus areas:
Radical Resilience, Creative Connectivity, Dynamic Discovery.

Learning outcomes:
By the end of the MBA, you’ll be ready to lead with confidence, make strategic decisions, solve real-world business problems, and drive growth and innovation in any organisation.

Professional alignment (accreditation):
The MBA is connected with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), giving you access to professional recognition, plus Leeds Trinity is part of the Chartered Association of Business Schools and the Business Graduates Association (BGA).

Reputation (employability & standing):
Leeds Trinity focuses on making you career-ready. You’ll benefit from strong industry connections, practical business experience, and guidance for entrepreneurship, giving you the tools to hit the ground running after graduation.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Leeds Trinity, the MBA isn’t just about sitting in lectures — you’ll get hands-on experience that prepares you for real business challenges. From using state-of-the-art facilities to working on live projects, the program is designed so you graduate with both knowledge and confidence. You’ll collaborate with peers, engage in industry-focused activities, and gain practical skills that you can immediately apply in the workplace.

Here’s how you’ll get practical experience:

Work in specialist business spaces like the trading room, global classroom, and boardroom/business engagement centre, which simulate real corporate and financial environments.
Take part in the professional placement option, gaining 120 credits through direct work experience in a business setting or a university-supported project.
Access the Andrew Kean Learning Centre with its library, digital resources, study spaces, and IT suites to support your projects and research.
Participate in masterclasses, 1:1 support sessions, and networking events, connecting with staff, industry professionals, and fellow students.
Conduct research projects and your dissertation with full support from the Learning Hub, which offers guidance on research methods, academic writing, and project management.

These experiences ensure you don’t just learn business theory — you live it, practice it, and get ready to make an impact from day one.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Completing the MBA at Leeds Trinity opens doors to a wide range of exciting career paths. Many graduates move into roles like Business Manager, Operations or Project Manager, Marketing or International Business Specialist, or even launch their own businesses. This degree equips you with the confidence, practical skills, and professional credibility to step straight into leadership positions and make a real impact in the business world. Here’s how the university helps you get there:

Career Support Services: The Careers+Placements team works with you from day one, helping with CVs, interviews, applications, and networking. You can also attend career fairs, workshops, and employer events, plus track your achievements with a “Career Passport.”
Graduate Outcomes: Leeds Trinity graduates enjoy strong employability, with a high proportion in work or further study within 15 months of graduating.
Salary Prospects: Early-career salaries typically start around £25,500, depending on the role, location, and experience.
Industry Links & Employer Networks: The university has partnerships with thousands of UK employers, giving you access to internships, placements, and job opportunities.
Accreditation & Credibility: You can earn a dual award with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), and the school is a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA), boosting your professional profile internationally.
Entrepreneurship & Start-up Support: If you want to start your own venture, Leeds Trinity provides guidance, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help turn your ideas into reality.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the MBA, you could choose to take your studies further with a research-based master’s or a PhD in areas like management, international business, sustainability, or corporate governance. The research methods and project work in the MBA give you a solid foundation to succeed in these advanced academic paths.