Overview

The Business Administration (Marketing) programme of the University of Sunderland is an internationally respected business qualification. In one year, you'll develop a strategic understanding of all aspects of managing a successful business.

This Master of Business Administration (MBA) has a specific focus on marketing, allowing you to specialise in the marketing aspects of senior management.

The course prepares you for senior roles and our aim is to accelerate your progress towards well-paid positions of leadership.

Career ready

An MBA is a challenging qualification which requires significant dedication. Employers recognise its worth and the value that an MBA-qualified business leader can bring to their organisation.

Business graduates from Sunderland have secured roles in organisations such as Facebook, Microsoft, Sage, HSBC, IBM, Enterprise, Nissan, Accenture, Procter & Gamble, Merck & Co, Barclays, Nissan, Marriott Hotels, Viacom 18, PricewaterCoopers, and Adidas.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Leadership for a Sustainable Future

International Business in Context

Digital Enterprise and Innovation

Digital Marketing and Analytics

MBA Research Project

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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More details

Most courses are open for applications all year round – we’d highly recommend applying for a master’s degree at least six months before the start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Business Administration Marketing Master in Business Administration (MBA) View 186 other Masters in Master in Business Administration (MBA) in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

We require a relevant degree or equivalent professional qualifications.
This course is designed to support career acceleration for suitably academically qualified applicants. All levels of practical work/work experience will be considered, including applications from candidates with pre-graduation or limited/no work experience post-degree, if you can demonstrate that, you'll benefit from this course.
You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above, which must include mathematics and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

20000 GBP / year

≈ 20000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

18000 GBP / year

≈ 18000 GBP / year

Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Sunderland

Funding

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