Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-up
Graduate from the University of Plymouth The NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business Management is an Ofqual regulated qualification recognised as a suitable entry route onto the University of Plymouth MBA Top-up programme, allowing students to fast-track their studies to gain a full MBA award. Course Overview This MBA Top-up route is designed for students already holding 120 Level 7 credits in business or management, allowing them to complete the remaining 60-credit dissertation component to gain the full MBA award. The programme is recognised worldwide as a premier postgraduate qualification in business management and can be studied remotely with expert supervision. Students can study from the UK or worldwide without needing to travel to Plymouth, with learning support provided through the University of Plymouth digital learning environment. Study Details Study mode: Remote study / distance learning Learning style: Project based Supervision: Expert dissertation supervision Credits: 60-credit dissertation Programme flexibility: two start dates, September and March Entry Requirements NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business Management (L7DBM) 120 credits from the L7DBM form part of the 180-credit MBA, leaving students to complete a 60-credit dissertation Qualification Structure The programme consists of a single module: STO712: 60-credit Level 7 dissertation under supervision from a qualified academic with relevant subject expertise Academic Progression On successful completion, graduates achieve the Master of Business Administration award from the University of Plymouth.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Top-up
Graduate from Cardiff Metropolitan University The NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business Management is recognised as suitable entry onto Cardiff Metropolitan University’s MBA Top-up programme, allowing students to fast-track their studies to gain a full MBA award. Course Overview The MBA Advanced Entry route is designed for students who hold an approved Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma in a management subject and want to complete the final stage of the MBA. The programme is delivered through distance learning and includes guidance similar to the induction support normally provided at Cardiff Metropolitan University or through its partners. Students complete scheduled interactive webinars for Research Methods and receive one-to-one dissertation supervision, with online tools and guidance provided throughout. Study Details Study mode: Distance learning Teaching support: Interactive webinars Credits: 20-credit Research Methods module and 40-credit Dissertation Approximate duration: 7 months Completion includes Cardiff Metropolitan University MBA certificate, transcript and HEAR record Entry Requirements NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business Management (L7DBM) Approved Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma in a management subject may support advanced entry Qualification Structure The course content is made up of two parts: Research Methods – 20 credits, approximately two months Dissertation – 40 credits, approximately five months Dissertation length: 8,000–10,000 words on a chosen subject, preferably related to the student’s line of work Academic Progression On successful completion, students receive a Cardiff Metropolitan University certificate in Master of Business Administration, plus transcript and Higher Education Achievement Report.