Business Administration

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Staffordshire University

Program Overview

The MBA in Business Administration at Staffordshire University is perfect for anyone ready to take their career to the next level. You’ll gain practical leadership skills, learn how to make strategic decisions, and explore real-world business challenges so you can step into a management role with confidence.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in business and management. Modules like Risk Management for Sustainable Business teach you how to navigate uncertainty, while Strategy for Value Creation helps you think long-term about growing a business. You’ll also dive into Sustainable Global Supply Chain Management, exploring how efficient supply chains can drive success, and start developing entrepreneurial and marketing skills through Innovation and Entrepreneurship and International Marketing.

Year 2

The second year focuses on applying your skills in real situations and preparing for leadership roles. Cross-Cultural Management and Leadership shows you how to lead diverse teams effectively, and your Dissertation lets you tackle a real business problem, putting everything you’ve learned into practice. Throughout the year, you’ll continue developing innovative and strategic thinking skills to confidently solve complex business challenges.

Focus Areas

Leadership, strategy, sustainable business, innovation, entrepreneurship, global marketing, risk management.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the MBA, you’ll be able to lead teams, make informed strategic decisions, solve complex business problems, and apply management techniques to create real value for organisations.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The program includes pathways accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), so students on the marketing route can earn CIM-recognised qualifications alongside their MBA.

Reputation (Employability & Rankings)

Staffordshire University is known for career-focused teaching and a strong student experience. It holds a silver rating in the UK Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), and its research in business and management is rated internationally excellent, giving graduates a real advantage in the job market.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Staffordshire University, the MBA isn’t just about reading case studies — it’s about doing business in real time. From your very first module, you’ll tackle real-world challenges, work in teams, and make decisions just like a manager or consultant would. The university provides modern, flexible learning spaces and digital tools so you can experiment, collaborate, and test ideas in a safe, supportive environment. Your learning is hands-on, whether you’re working on group projects, leading presentations, or completing your dissertation based on a real business problem.

Here’s a closer look at how you’ll gain practical experience:

Collaboratory team space: Work with classmates on group projects, practise leadership, and get a feel for real workplace dynamics.
The Catalyst building: A modern, digitally equipped environment designed for collaboration, networking, and project-based learning.
Problem and Practice Based Learning: Engage with real business scenarios that sharpen your critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Final dissertation project: Solve a genuine organisational challenge and create recommendations you can proudly show to employers.
Group work and presentations: Regular teamwork and presentation opportunities let you practise communication and leadership just like in the business world.
Career support and placement opportunities: Optional placements let you gain real industry experience, supported by Staffordshire’s dedicated careers team.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from the MBA in Business Administration at Staffordshire University opens the door to exciting leadership and management roles. Many alumni step into positions such as Management Consultant, Operations Manager, Marketing Manager, or Senior Business Analyst, giving them the chance to make a real impact in organisations across the globe:

Here’s how Staffordshire helps you turn your MBA into a successful career:

Careers, Placements & Employability support: From the start, you’ll have access to personalised career coaching, CV guidance, employer events, and one-on-one advice — and through the Graduate Hub, this support continues for life.
Placement opportunities: You can take a professional placement year or shorter placement projects, gaining real-world experience that makes your CV stand out.
Employer connections: Staffordshire MBA graduates have gone on to work with companies like Harley-Davidson, Airbus, IBM, Expedia, and BT Global Services, showing the level of opportunities you could access.
Long-term value: Your MBA is a globally recognised qualification that helps you stand out in leadership, strategy, consultancy, and entrepreneurial roles worldwide.
Graduate outcomes: You’ll leave with the skills to lead, innovate, and make strategic decisions, preparing you for senior roles across sectors such as finance, consulting, manufacturing, and HR.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’re keen to take your learning even further, your MBA can be a stepping stone to doctoral research. Staffordshire offers routes like a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) or a PhD in Management or Business, letting you build on your MBA dissertation, deepen your expertise, and open doors to academia, executive consultancy, or top-level leadership roles.