Master of Business Administration
Course Overview
The Master of Business Administration is a postgraduate qualification online interview preparation through LOU's virtual learning environment, giving students worldwide access to advanced research methodology, corporate governance, and executive-level practice at London academic standards. Running across 12 to 18 months full postgraduate online route, this programme is designed for motivated learners who need delivered entirely online without compromising on the quality or depth of their studies. Every component of the Master of Business Administration is live online lectures, from live sessions with expert tutors to recorded materials and a comprehensive virtual learning community.
By completing the Master of Business Administration, you will have the knowledge, skills, and professional grounding to critically evaluate policy in business administration confidently, lead organisational transformation in industry frameworks at a postgraduate standard, and apply your learning directly to real-world contexts across business, management & commerce. Graduates progress equipped with a solid understanding of advanced research methodology, corporate governance, and executive-level practice and a recognised online qualification from London Online University.
Key Features
- Online interview preparation through LOU's virtual learning environment, combining live online lectures and virtual learning community
- Aligned with Chartered Management Institute (CMI) professional standards and curriculum frameworks
- Course content informed by Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) guidelines and industry expectations
- Comprehensive online career support including academic resources, practitioner publications, and case study libraries
- Delivered entirely online with qualified tutors and fellow learners across the globe
- Direct progression pathway into the LOU professional practice or doctoral study in Business Administration
- Industry references drawn from Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) and other internationally recognised professional bodies
What You Will Learn
- Critically evaluate policy in the core principles and theoretical foundations of business administration
- Lead organisational transformation in practical approaches to key challenges in business administration
- Develop evidence-based strategy for the regulatory, ethical, and professional frameworks relevant to business, management & commerce
- Synthesise research on data, research, and industry information to inform decisions in business administration
- Produce a capstone or dissertation examining communication, stakeholder engagement, and professional presentation skills
- Conduct original research into contemporary trends, emerging technologies, and global developments in business administration
- Advise at board level on a postgraduate portfolio of skills and knowledge valued by employers in business, management & commerce
Who This Course Is For
- Senior professionals and graduates seeking postgraduate-level specialisation in business administration
- Learners based internationally who require online interview preparation at London academic standards
- Career changers aiming to enter or pivot within the business, management & commerce sector
- Employees in business, management & commerce organisations who need online career support alongside full-time work
- Professionals who benefit from delivered entirely online to balance study commitments with existing responsibilities
Career Pathways
- Corporate Strategy Analyst
- Business Manager
- Entrepreneur and Business Owner
- General Manager
- E-Commerce Manager
- Management Consultant
- Supply Chain Manager
LOU's dedicated online career support service provides virtual CV coaching, LinkedIn profile guidance, and online interview preparation to help Master of Business Administration graduates secure rewarding roles in business, management & commerce organisations across the UK and internationally.
Entry Requirements
- A UK 2:2 (Lower Second Class) honours degree or overseas equivalent in any discipline
- Applicants without a first degree may be considered with 5+ years of senior professional experience
- IELTS 6.5 overall (no band under 6.0) or equivalent English proficiency
- A 500-word research statement covering the applicant's chosen area of specialisation
- Two academic or professional references and a short online interview
Why Study at LOU
Every LOU student benefits from dedicated online career support including virtual CV workshops, LinkedIn profile coaching, online interview preparation and structured introductions to employers across the UK and internationally. Our online career service is available to all students from enrolment through to graduation and beyond.
LOU — London Online University — is an online-first division of Harold International College of London, designed for students and working professionals worldwide who want to study at London academic standards without relocating. Every programme is delivered entirely through LOU's virtual learning environment, combining live online lectures, recorded sessions available on demand, and digital library access.
Apply for Master of Business Administration
Advance your career with an LOU Master's degree delivered entirely online and take the next step in your business administration career with the Master of Business Administration from London Online University. This qualification is online interview preparation, meaning you can advance your expertise and build a recognised London academic credential from wherever you are in the world. Enrol Now
