Master of Business Administration MBA (Global)

12 Months On Campus Masters Program

De Montfort University

Program Overview

The Global MBA at De Montfort University is designed for ambitious professionals who want to fast-track their career in international business. You’ll gain practical skills in leadership, strategy, and entrepreneurship while learning how to navigate real-world business challenges confidently.

Curriculum structure
In this MBA, you’ll start by building a strong foundation in leadership and sustainable business practices. Modules like Leadership and Business Sustainability guide you through real-life challenges in corporate responsibility, talent management, and ethical decision-making.

As you progress, you’ll focus on strategy and global business management. Advanced Strategic Management helps you think like a business leader, plan projects, and make strategic decisions, while Cross-Cultural Management & Marketing teaches you how to communicate and market effectively across borders.

Later, you’ll dive into finance and entrepreneurship. Business Finance & Enterprise Development gives you the tools to understand investment, risk, and capital management, while also exploring how to launch or grow a business successfully.

Finally, the program culminates in a hands-on project. You can either develop a full business plan through the Research Methods & Entrepreneurship Project or tackle a live consultancy challenge in the Research Methods & Consulting Project, applying everything you’ve learned to real business problems.

Focus areas
International business, strategic management, cross-cultural leadership, entrepreneurship, global marketing, corporate finance

Learning outcomes
Graduates leave ready to think strategically, lead teams across cultures, analyze financial data, and develop innovative solutions — prepared to make an impact in any global business setting.

Professional alignment (accreditation)
This MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), ensuring your qualification is recognized by industry professionals.

Reputation (employability & rankings)
DMU has a strong reputation for employability, with graduates going on to roles in companies like Deloitte and Barclays. The school has also been shortlisted for Business School of the Year in the 2025 PIEoneer Awards.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At DMU, learning goes beyond textbooks — you’ll get plenty of hands-on experience that prepares you for the real business world. The Global MBA is designed so you can practise what you learn, work in teams, tackle real business problems, and use the same tools and resources professionals rely on every day. From interactive workshops to live projects, the program makes sure you graduate with practical skills that employers notice:

Here’s how you’ll gain that experience:

Modern campus & study spaces: Study in the contemporary Hugh Aston Building and The Yard, with lecture theatres, breakout spaces for group work, and quiet zones for focused study. The Kimberlin Library offers computers, laptops, e-journals, and other resources to support your research and learning.
Digital tools & online platforms: Collaborate and learn using tools like MS Teams, Turnitin, and the Digital Student Skills Hub — perfect for group projects, self-study, or keeping up with your coursework anytime, anywhere.
Group work & interactive learning: Modules such as Leadership and Business Sustainability use debates, discussions, and real-world case studies so you practice making decisions and solving problems as a team.
Real business projects & entrepreneurship: Your final project lets you either build a complete business plan with the Research Methods & Entrepreneurship Project or tackle a live consultancy challenge with the Research Methods & Consulting Project, applying your skills to real-world situations.
Networking & industry support: Take part in business talks, events, and entrepreneurship sessions. You also have access to DMU’s Innovation Centre, helping you connect with professionals and explore start-up opportunities.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Completing the Global MBA at DMU opens doors to a variety of exciting career paths, including roles like business consultant, project manager, financial analyst, or management trainee. The program equips you with the practical skills, leadership experience, and international business knowledge employers are looking for, making you ready to take on global opportunities with confidence:

Career support services: DMU’s Careers Team offers personalized guidance with one-to-one coaching, CV and interview preparation, mentoring, and access to online tools and networking events to help you land the right role.
Internships, placements & real-world experience: The program connects you to internships, work-based learning projects, and live industry challenges, giving you hands-on experience while you study.
Global exposure & international opportunities: Through DMU Global, you can take part in overseas study, international exchanges, short-term internships abroad, and global field trips — helping you build a truly international perspective.
Employer connections & alumni outcomes: Past graduates have gone on to work with major companies such as Deloitte and Barclays, showing the MBA’s strong link to real-world business opportunities.
Lifelong career support: Even after graduation, DMU keeps supporting you through its “DMU for Life” network, offering ongoing career advice, networking events, and recruitment resources.
Graduate employment stats: Over 95% of DMU graduates from previous cohorts were employed or pursuing further study within six months of finishing their degree.

Further Academic Progression:
If you wish to continue studying, you could progress to a PhD or DBA, or take specialized postgraduate courses in finance, strategic management, or global business — building on your MBA to reach higher levels in academia or industry.