When you successfully complete your LEB Professional Diploma in Business Administration (PDBA) or other postgraduate diploma taught in English and approved by UOG , you can continue your studies to obtain a MBA by completing the Master’s Stage with LEB through a collaborative arrangement with the University of Gloucestershire. It requires that you undertake research methods training followed by a dissertation delivered and supervised by LEB
The PDBA which has been accredited with 120 credits and level 11 (equivalent to EQF level 7) by a Credit Rating Body of the SCQF (Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) only requires successful learners to undertake the 60 credit research methods training and dissertation with LEB.
Learners who successfully complete the PDBA will be awarded a Professional Diploma in Business Administration which will be internationally recognised. The programme is listed on the SCQF data base and can be found using this website https://scqf.org.uk/about-the-framework/scqf-database/ Just type in London Examinations Board under “Owner of Qualification” and you will find details there.
This MBA will help you to develop a strategic, integrated and holistic perspective of organisations
Master of Business Administration-Sample Certificate
Master of Business Administration–Sample Transcript
Students have the option to earn an MBA with a specialism, as outlined below.
- General
- Accounting and Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Marketing Management
- Health Care Management
Entry Requirement
- Passed a London Examinations Board credit rated diploma at level 11 with 120 credits and on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework;
- passed a London Examinations Board EQF level 7 diploma with 120 credits in business/management or similar; or
- passed a regulated qualification at EQF level 7 with 120 credits in business/management or similar or any other programme accepted by the University at their absolute discretion from time to time.
Course Outcomes
Whether you’ve worked in business for a number of years, or are a specialist and wish to progress into a more senior management position, this course will give you an opportunity to work at a more fundamental level on the issues that matter in business
Or, as a recent graduate you can enhance your employment prospects. Whatever your level of experience, the MBA (Master’s Stage Award) offers a flexible study route and will allow you to refresh and enhance your management skills and knowledge
You’ll investigate changing areas of strategy, leadership and management theory and practice, and will be able to confidently apply this knowledge to practical organisational situations
The Dissertation of the University of Gloucestershire MBA
The University of Gloucestershire MBA dissertation
We have a general MBA or an MBA with five specialisation. The purpose of the dissertation is to allow the learner to carry out a self-managed piece of work that provides an in-depth investigation of an issue relevant to the field of management and business. The dissertation allows the learner to critically evaluate and synthesise relevant business related philosophies, theories and models, undertake a process of enquiry using primary and/or secondary data sources and critically relate these academic concepts to a relevant area of business management activity. The dissertation allows for an analytical study of academic topics within the context of practical business decision making and can thereby contribute to the body of knowledge in the domain of management and business. The reflective element of the dissertation will give the learner an opportunity to critically analyse and evaluate their learning journey.
The Available Specialisations
1. MBA in Accounting and Finance – Dissertation Module
Whether you are an experienced finance professional seeking senior leadership roles, or a recent graduate aspiring to strengthen your career prospects, this dissertation route allows you to specialise in Accounting and Finance at an advanced level. You will explore contemporary issues such as financial strategy, risk management, corporate governance, and investment analysis, while building your wider leadership and management capabilities. Alongside the opportunity to achieve CMI accreditation, the module enables you to conduct original research that addresses critical financial challenges and apply this knowledge with confidence to practical organisational contexts.
2. MBA in Human Resource Management – Dissertation Module
For those aiming to progress into senior people-management roles or to enhance employability in HRM-related careers, this dissertation pathway offers the chance to specialise in Human Resource Management. You will investigate key areas such as strategic workforce planning, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and organisational change, while developing advanced management and leadership insights. With the option of CMI accreditation, you will design and conduct research that engages with the complex realities of managing people and organisational culture, and be able to apply your findings directly to workplace practice.
3. MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management – Dissertation Module
This specialist dissertation route is designed for professionals and graduates who wish to advance their careers in operations, logistics, and supply chain management. You will explore themes such as sustainable operations, global supply chain strategy, lean and agile systems,
and quality management. The pathway enables you to enhance your leadership and problem-solving skills while working towards professional accreditation with the CMI. Through your dissertation research, you will investigate real-world operational challenges and apply your learning to deliver innovative and practical solutions within complex organisational environments.
4. MBA in Marketing Management – Dissertation Module
Whether you are an experienced marketing practitioner or a recent graduate aspiring to strengthen your employability, this dissertation route allows you to specialise in Marketing Management at an advanced level. You will examine areas such as strategic brand management, digital marketing, consumer behaviour, and global marketing trends, while enhancing your leadership and management skills. With the opportunity to achieve CMI accreditation, the module provides the framework to carry out in-depth research into pressing marketing challenges and apply your insights to deliver creative, evidence-based solutions in practice.
5. MBA in Healthcare Management – Dissertation Module
This pathway is tailored for professionals and graduates seeking leadership roles in healthcare and related sectors. You will investigate critical issues such as healthcare policy, service delivery, patient-centred care, quality improvement, and governance, alongside broader leadership and management theories. The route provides flexibility for students from diverse professional backgrounds, including those new to healthcare. In addition to the opportunity for CMI accreditation, you will design and conduct dissertation research that addresses contemporary challenges in healthcare management, generating insights that can be applied confidently to improve organisational outcomes and patient experiences
Dissertation Assessment
10% Assignment: Individual: Proposal 1,500 words
80% Dissertation / Major Project: 15,000 words
10% Assignment: Individual: Reflective Paper 1,500 words
The Master’s Stage with the University of Gloucestershire accrues 60 credits for the dissertation and equates to 600 notional hours in total (Scheduled Contact Hours: 10 and Independent Learning Hours: 590). The Master’s Stage of the MBA can be completed in 6 months.
Delivery Mode
(a) Mode A: Blended Learning mode – Each taught Module should have a total of 8 hours of face-to-face lectures and supported by self-study using the Online Learning Resources and online interactions with the Module Leader.
(b) Mode B: Fully Online mode – Each taught Module should have a total of 8 hours of online classes, tutorials and interaction with the Module Leader. This will be supported by self-study using Online Learning Resources. Pre-recorded video lectures for each module will be provided.
Notional Hours
The Master’s Stage with the University of Gloucestershire accrues 60 credits for Dissertation and equates to 600 notional hours in total (Scheduled Contact Hours: 10 and Independent Learning Hours: 590).
Guide to Learning Time
The Master’s Stage MBA can be completed in 6 to 12 months.
Pricing: £3,980 for UK and £6,230 for international students.