About this course
This accredited full-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at the University of Southampton will give you the confidence to stand out in the fast-moving business world. You'll learn to think strategically and gain essential management skills. You'll graduate with the knowledge to lead people and organisations to face the challenges of sustainability, innovation and change in today’s volatile business environment.
You'll learn from experts whose research directly informs the course content. Our academics will show you how to apply the latest thinking to real business problems through:
- business research
- ‘live’ client consultancy
- company visits
- international study trips
- exposure to senior business leaders
Highlights of the course include:
- an international study trip
- a 'live' international consultancy project in an emerging market country
- a business project with industry clients
- a leadership development programme (learn more in the careers section)
- a study suite exclusively for MBA students
The programme includes 2 overseas trips: an international study trip, and a ‘live’ project in an international location. They’ll give you opportunities to apply your learning to practical business situations.
You’ll graduate with a wide range of business skills, the confidence to tackle problems and lead organisational change, and experience of working in an international, cross-cultural team. Our students come from a variety of professional backgrounds and many return to their sector with a view to taking on roles with greater managerial, strategic or leadership responsibilities.
We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.
Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).
Course lead
Your course leader is Peter Rodgers, Professor of Strategy and International Management and MBA Director. His research focuses on informality within state-business relations, non-market strategies and entrepreneurship. His work is published in leading business journals across the world.
Related pathways
You'll choose 1 of 6 pathways on this course:
- Generalist - Choose this pathway if you want to gain a broad overview of modern business and management, with skills you'll be able to apply to many different business situations.
- Entrepreneurship - Choose this pathway if you want to develop your own business or focus on new product development. You'll gain key management skills and explore entrepreneurship in established organisations.
- Maritime - Choose this pathway if you work, or want to work, in the maritime sector. This is ideal if you're a maritime industry consultant, if you're moving into the maritime sector from another industry, or if you're a sea-based professional moving to a shore-based role.
- Project management - Choose this pathway if you aspire to lead and excel in project-driven environments. You’ll be able to lead teams, critically analyse live projects and suggest potential areas for improvement in an informed and critical manner.
- Data Analytics - Choose this pathway if you are passionate about leveraging data to drive organisational decisions. You’ll develop a deep understanding of big data and its applications, gain proficiency in tools for effective decision making and learn how to use analytics to drive strategic decisions.
- FinTech - Choose this pathway if you want to understand the foundations and applications of FinTech. You’ll gain an understanding of the implementation and develop the ability to navigate and thrive in the rapidly evolving landscape of financial technology.
Accreditations
Association of MBAs (AMBA)
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
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Course location
This course is based at Boldrewood.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
Entry requirements
You’ll need:
- a 2:2 degree
- 3 years' professional experience of supervising or managing people
Some analytical experience will strengthen your application. We will invite all suitable applicants for an interview.
Find the equivalent international qualifications for your country.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
- overall score
- 6.5
- reading
- 6.5
- writing
- 6.5
- speaking
- 6.0
- listening
- 6.0
We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.
Pre-masters
If you don’t meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
If you don’t meet the academic requirements, you can complete a pre-master's programme through our partnership with ONCAMPUS. Learn more about the programmes available.
Recognition of professional experience
We'll consider your application if you don't have a first degree but have professional qualifications or 8 years' experience in management. You'll also need to show evidence of ability.
Got a question?
Please contact us if you're not sure you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
Course structure
This is a full-time master’s course. You’ll study for 12 months, from September to the following September.
The course takes place in 3 stages:
- Mastering fundamentals (semester 1): You’ll develop expertise in key business and management skills through core modules.
- Mastering complexity (semester 2): You’ll build on your learning and develop more complex skills through core modules. You’ll also choose your optional modules.
- Mastering business (over the summer): You’ll work independently to research and write a business project about a sector and organisation of your choice. You’ll have the chance to work with a real business client for this research project. You’ll have one-to-one meetings with your supervisor to discuss progress.
Semester 1 overview
This is the ‘mastering fundamentals’ stage.
You’ll learn about people management, accounting, marketing, operations, corporate finance and the global business environment.
At the end of Semester 1, as part of the Global Business Environment module, you’ll go on a study trip to Europe. This will help you learn about the realities of operation global businesses and how trade is conducted with the rest of the world.
Businesses we have visited include:
- DAF Trucks
- Medtronics
- Q-Park
- the Wijn Kasteel Genoels Elderen
- Floating Farm
Watch our YouTube video about the study trip
Semester 2 overview
This is the ‘mastering complexity’ stage.
You’ll learn about strategy and decision-making, business analytics and risk, leadership, sustainability, innovation and change.
At the end of semester 2, as part of the Leading Sustainability, Innovation and Change module, you’ll take part in a ‘live’ international consultancy project with a client company.
Our clients are innovative companies who want to grow their businesses internationally. They come from various sectors, including:
- media
- oil and gas
- financial services
- pharmaceuticals
We’ll assign you to an MBA consulting team and you’ll work on a strategic issue for a local client company at our consulting trip’s international destination.
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
The modules outlined provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. As a research-led University, we undertake a continuous review of our course to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Find out why, when and how we might make changes.
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules :
Accounting
Accounting based reporting systems can provide powerful inputs into corporate decision making processes. The overall aim of this module is to provide an understanding of the processes and assumptions underlying the generation of accounting data and an app...
Business Analytics and Risk
In today's era of "big data", business analytics has become a key part of management decision making. Modern managers must now routinely understand the use and value of both qualitative and quantitative data in order to manage risk more effectively. This...
Business Project
The Business Project module forms the third part of the MBA (Mastering Business) and allows students to demonstrate their mastery of business management and leadership in a 'capstone' project for an organisation or business sector. It is an individual an...
Corporate Finance
Corporate Finance is essential to the successful running of any corporation and includes maximising shareholders' wealth, assessing investments, determining the costs of capital and making financing decisions. Most organisations make decisions pertaining ...
Digital and Data-Driven Marketing
The focus of this module is on the nature of marketing in the context of today's rapidly changing business environment, which primarily means digital and data-driven marketing. The module will provide you with a broad overview of marketing theory and prac...
Global Business Environment
This module is unusual in the MBA programme as it invites students to focus their research and analysis on the global environment rather than internally on their firm. With this external focus in mind the module examines the impact of globalisation and t...
Leadership Development Programme
Leading Sustainability, Innovation and Change
This module acts as a key vehicle for the completion of the taught part of the MBA programme and comprises of teaching based in Southampton and an international study trip which includes a 'live' group consulting project for a local organisation. It compr...
Operations Management
This module will examine the strategic importance of operations management in manufacturing and service settings in both private and public sectors. In the past, where organisations tended to be more hierarchical than today, the words, "strategy" and "ope...
People and Organisations
The module is designed to introduce the main elements of individual and organisational behaviour and human resource (HR) practices in organisations, and therefore focuses on people management. In particular, the module provides a context for you to apprec...
Strategy and Decision Making
The module aims to provide an overview of the relevant theories, tools and techniques in corporate, competitive and international business strategy focusing on strategic analyses, strategy formulation, strategic decision-making and choices and strategy im...
You must also choose from the following modules :
Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency Investment
This course will explore the architecture of Blockchain technology that is rapidly changing the landscape of the financial industry and beyond. Countless applications are being explored in payments, insurance, lending, fund raising, settlement of securiti...
Deeper Analytics and Big Data
In today’s era of “big data”, business analytics has become a key part of management decision making. Modern managers must now develop a deeper understanding of the use and value of big data and of the various analytical tools which are available to make...
International Banking
This module is focused on banking, as opposed to financial market or accounting and finance-related courses otherwise on offer in the MBA. Students will learn about the 'micro' side of banking, including financial institutions, instruments and techniques,...
Project Management
In this module you will explore the fundamentals of project management and its application in different contexts. It will examine the characteristics of projects, such as sources of complexity and uncertainty, that can impact the successful delivery of pr...
Responsible Leadership
This module covers the principles and practices of responsible leadership. It looks at the philosophical foundations of ethics and applies principles to real-life cases and hypothetical dilemmas. Techniques of ethical management are presented. Causes and ...
Strategic Brand Management
Supply Management
Learning and assessment
Learning
We teach through a mixture of:
- lectures with group discussions
- practical exercises
- case studies
- simulations
- ‘live’ business projects
We emphasise the importance of collaboration between students, as this is critical for developing your management and leadership skills. We’ll teach you in small groups, using a round-table classroom layout, to encourage discussion and develop your teamwork skills.
Through case studies, simulation exercises and games, you’ll learn how to apply your knowledge to real-world settings.
Assessment
Depending on the modules you take, we’ll assess your progress through a combination of:
- exams
- coursework assignments
- reflective reports
- group projects and presentations
- a 12,000-word business project
Academic Support
We'll support you as a mature student with personalised sessions on study skills such as:
- academic writing and referencing
- group work
- presentations
You'll meet with your personal academic tutor throughout the year for help and advice. You can also speak to members of the MBA staff team for guidance.
Careers
Whether you want to improve your promotion prospects, bring new skills to your current role or show you're ready to take on more responsibility, an MBA will help you achieve your ambitions.
Working closely within a diverse, international group will enrich your experience and give you a valuable insight into different business cultures.
To help you plan your next career steps, the Southampton MBA includes the Leadership Development Programme (LDP), which runs throughout the year.
The LDP includes a series of workshops on key leadership and management skills, and 'soft' skills such as business communication and negotiation.
The LDP also offers executive coaching, careers coaching and employability workshops delivered by the University’s Careers and Employability Service. In addition, you’ll have access to worldwide MBA-level employment opportunities and recruiter fairs.
During your time on the MBA course you’ll become a member of the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), giving you access to a range of business management career and e-learning resources.
We invite industry guest speakers from companies such as:
- Aston Martin F1
- Carnival
- HCL Technologies
- IBM
- Ernst & Young
You can also attend industry presentations and seminars hosted by the Business School.
Careers services at Southampton
We're a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise team will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:
- work experience schemes
- CV/resume and interview skills workshops
- networking events
- careers fairs attended by top employers
- a wealth of volunteering opportunities
- study abroad and summer school opportunities
We have a thriving entrepreneurship culture. You'll be able to take advantage of:
- our dedicated start-up incubator, Futureworlds
- a wide variety of enterprise events run throughout the year
- our partnership in the world’s number 1 business incubator, SETsquared
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year's study:
- UK students pay £33,900.
- EU and international students pay £33,900.
Deposit
If you're an international student on a full-time course, we'll ask you to pay £2,000 of your tuition fees in advance, as a deposit.
Your offer letter will tell you when this should be paid and provide full terms and conditions.
Find out about exemptions, refunds and how to pay your deposit on our tuition fees for overseas students page.
What your fees pay for
It also includes the cost of two international trips:
- European study trip
- 'Live' international consultancy project
This does not include the international travel or visa cost.
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. There may also be extra costs for retake and professional exams.
Explore:
10% alumni discount
If you’re a graduate of the University of Southampton, you could be eligible for a 10% discount on your postgraduate tuition fees.
Postgraduate Master’s Loans (UK nationals only)
This can help with course fees and living costs while you study a postgraduate master's course. Find out if you're eligible.
Business Excellence Scholarship
We offer scholarships up to £9,000 for candidates who can display a combination of the following business excellence criteria:
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a high degree of relevant professional experience in management and/or leadership role
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evidence of rapid career progression
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clear ability to contribute to the quality of the MBA cohort
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strong academic ability / performance
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excellent performance at interview
If we offer you a place on the course, we'll automatically consider you for the Business Excellence Scholarship. There is no need to complete a separate application. The scholarship award is made at the discretion of the Business School.
The deadline to submit your application so it is considered for a scholarship is 31 July.
Southampton Business School MBA Excellence International Scholarship
Scholarships ranging from £4,000 to £10,000 are available to international students studying for the Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Find out more about the Southampton Business School MBA Excellence International Scholarship, including eligibility, deadlines and how to apply.
Southampton Business School Future Leader MBA Scholarship
Scholarships of £12,000 are available to international students from ‘emerging markets’ who are studying for the Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Find out more about the Southampton Business School Future Leader MBA Scholarship, including eligibility, deadlines and how to apply.
Other postgraduate funding options
A variety of additional funding options may be available to help you pay for your master’s study. Both from the University and other organisations.
Funding for EU and international students
Find out about funding you could get as an international student.
How to apply
- Use the 'apply for this course' button on this page to take you to our online application form.
- Search for the course you want to apply for.
- Complete the application form and upload any supporting documents.
- Submit your application.
For further details, read our step by step guide to postgraduate taught applications.
Application deadlines
There are different application deadlines for this course. Applications are expected to close:
- International students: Tuesday 29 July 2025, midday UK time
- UK students: Tuesday 9 September 2025, midday UK time
We advise applying early as applications may close before the expected deadline if places are filled.
Application assessment fee
We’ll ask you to pay a £50 application assessment fee if you’re applying for a postgraduate taught course.
This is an extra one-off charge which is separate to your tuition fees and is payable per application. It covers the work and time it takes us to assess your application. You’ll be prompted to pay when you submit your application which won’t progress until you've paid.
If you're a current or former University of Southampton student, or if you’re applying for certain scholarships, you will not need to pay the fee. PGCE applications through GOV.UK and Master of Research (MRes) degree applications are also exempt. Find out if you’re exempt on our terms and conditions page.
Supporting information
When you apply you’ll need to submit a personal statement explaining why you want to take the course.
You’ll need to include information about:
- your knowledge of the subject area
- why you want to study an MBA
- your career plans and ambitions after the MBA
You’ll need to submit two references, these can be professional or academic references.
Please include the required paperwork showing your first degree and your IELTS English language test score, if you are a non-native English speaker. Without these your application may be delayed.
What happens after you apply
You'll be able to track your application through our online Applicant Record System.
We will aim to send you a decision 6 weeks after you have submitted your application.
Unfortunately, due to number of applications we receive, we may not be able to give you specific feedback on your application if you are unsuccessful.
We may invite you to an interview, which will take place by phone if you live abroad. You'll get an email from the admissions tutor if we'd like to talk to you before offering you a place.
Equality and diversity
We treat and select everyone in line with our Equality and Diversity Statement.
Got a question?
Please contact us if you're not sure you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
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