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Master of Business Administration

Global MBA
Table of Programme overview 3

contents
Hear from our students - Ali Alriyahi 4

Class profile 5

Student demographics 6

Hear from our students - Anna Paterlini 7

Syllabus 8

Specialisations 9

Learn online 11

Hear from our educators - Shahnaz Hamid 14

Entry requirements 15

Accreditation 16

Careers 17

Start application 18
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Match your ambition

Advanced skills, for ambitious professionals.

Learn advanced industry disciplines to gain the competitive edge, and develop the skills needed to thrive as a
leader in the global business community.

Explore cross-cultural business perspectives, working with professionals worldwide, and learn crucial skills in
leadership, critical thinking, and project planning.

This postgraduate programme is the pathway to the professional elite, with ten specialisations to choose from
which give you the focus needed to match your ambitions. Our innovative online learning experience gives you
the flexibility to organise your study around your lifestyle.

The Global MBA is the choice for driven professionals, ready to take their career to the next level.

Location Study duration Start dates Fees

Online Minimum: 18 months January, April, £9,000 (£1,000 off for full payments)
Maximum: 36 months July, October £1,500 per module (6 modules in total)
If you’re a business
owner, or if you want
to go into business,
you need to know
your industry from
A to Z, and that’s
what the Global
MBA programme
has given me.

Ali Alriyahi
Global MBA graduate, Jordan
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A network of inspiration
Diversity enriches your learning experience,
encourages new perspectives, and allows you
to share and foster new ideas with fellow
students from around the globe.

25-34 35-44 91%

years old years old of our students

47% 32% work and study

Our 60%
students speak more than

by age two languages

45-64 18-24 46%

years old years old of our students

17% are women

4%
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You’ll develop a network of like‑minded

professionals from a variety of disciplines
and backgrounds.
17%
United
Kingdom

25%
Europe

20%
7% Asia

North
America 2%
South
America

29%
Africa
After graduating
from the Global MBA
I got my dream job
in an advertising
agency. Everything
I learned helped me
to change career
and change field.

Anna Paterlini
Global MBA graduate, Italy
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Refine your skill set,

design your syllabus

Engage with core business disciplines Stage one

before focusing on an area of specialisation —— Marketing & Business Environment

that will help you reach your goals. —— Accounting & Managerial Finance
—— Systems & Operations Management
—— Strategic Management & Leadership
The Global MBA syllabus reflects the international marketplace by
combining the latest in management theory with the practical skills Stage two
that modern employers need. It is a comprehensive programme Choose from one of ten specialisations or opt
that explores fundamentals such as finance, strategic management, for the standard programme syllabus
operations management, and marketing.
Stage three
You can either enrol on the standard programme with a fixed syllabus Integrative Research & Consultancy Project
of six modules, or select one of 10 industry-related specialisations
featuring two elective modules to tailor your degree to fit your career
goals. The final part of the programme involves a research project –
including writing your MBA dissertation.
*for details of available specialisations see pages 9 -11
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Industry-related specialisations let you

direct your studies, and help you increase your
professional impact.

Innovation & Technology Management Project Management

Gain the expertise needed to integrate new technology Analyse the fundamental organisational, managerial,
into business strategy, and help organisations gain a and leadership skills necessary to become an
competitive advantage. effective and successful project manager.

Electives Electives

Strategic Technology Management Project Management & Leadership

Innovation & Product Development Cross-cultural Management

Marketing Management Sales Management

Examine international marketing performance, Discover the latest CRM strategies to design,
and the contemporary marketing techniques develop, and manage a successful customer and
employed by global companies. sales-focused business.

Electives Electives

Global Marketing Management Consumer Relationship Management

Digital Marketing Communications Strategic Sales Management

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Investing Banking International Business Financial Management

Learn the skills needed to maximise corporate value Gain the skills to develop and execute marketing Prepare for a career as a leader in the financial
while reducing financial risk, and become a leader strategies for multi-national organisations, industry, and gain the tools necessary to succeed
in the world of modern banking and finance. and solve global marketing problems. in managerial positions across the sector.

Electives Electives Electives

Advance Corporate Finance Global Marketing Management Advanced Corporate Reporting

M&A & Private Equity Cross-cultural Management Performance Management & Control

Risk Management Oil, Gas, & Energy Management Management Consulting

Learn how to transform risk factors into value-creating Examine key disciplines in the energy sector, and learn Study the different skills a consultant needs to have, ranging
opportunities, and tackle continuity management how to effectively deal with challenges facing the oil from analytical to project management to relational skills,
issues in a global business environment. and gas industries. and evaluating client capabilities and business opportunities.

Electives Electives Electives

Corporate Governance & Ethics Contemporary Issues in Oil, Gas, & Energy Management Consultant Toolkit

Enterprise Risk Management Carbon Mgmt. & Entrepreneurship Cross-Cultural Management

Learn entirely online
Without leaving your country or career, you
will study fully online with all of the support,
resources, and energy of a campus programme.
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Life online with LSBF

Gain globally sought-after skills
Led by industry experts, the Global MBA equips you with
the skills sought by leading employers around the world.

Study from anywhere in the world

Geography is no longer a barrier to a quality education. You can attain
the Global MBA entirely online while travelling or working.

Fit your study around your life

No more juggling work or family commitments because of your academic
obligations. You can access our online platform anytime, anywhere.

Networking opportunities
You will have access to the expertise of successful business leaders and fellow professionals,
as well as networking events where you can meet tutors, students, and alumni.

Career development support

We offer career training and advice service, helping you match your traits and
qualifications with those sought by employers.
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Your online learning resources:

Professionally produced video lectures A designated tutor who will provide Case studies to enhance your
created by leading business practitioners support and feedback throughout understanding of theory in context
your programme

Dedicated student support services Access to online forums where 100% practice-based
throughout your studies you can discuss new concepts with assessment methods
fellow students
Being the programme leader
for the Global MBA is a hugely
gratifying experience. It has
given me the opportunity
to meet enthusiastic and
ambitious students from
around the world, and help
them develop the skills
needed to reach their goals.
This course is perfect for
motivated individuals looking
to move their career forward,
and become outstanding
leaders in business.

Dr. Shahnaz Hamid

PROGRAMME LEADER,
Global MBA
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Ready for the next step?

If you’re ready to become part of our global online
campus, here are a few things we’ll need from you.

Academic entry requirements

A UK bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any subject.

Mature students
If you don’t have the necessary academic qualifications, you can still apply
through our mature route. You will be asked to provide evidence of three
years of relevant managerial work experience, plus transcripts of your
highest qualifications achieved to date, which should be at NVQ level 4 or the
equivalent. Applications via this route are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

English entry requirements

The Global MBA is a postgraduate course conducted in English, therefore
evidence of an appropriate language level is required, e.g. an IELTS score of
5.5 in all bands, a bachelor’s degree completed in English, or work experience
in an English-speaking environment.
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Connect with
trusted institutions

Taught by LSBF Awarded by Member of

London School of International Telematic AACSB International—

Business & Finance
London School of Business & Finance (LSBF) is a
private UK institution that delivers a wide range of
degrees and professional qualifications. LSBF has
campuses in Europe, Asia, and North America, and
online programmes creating an extensive global
network of more than 25,000 students from over
150 countries.
University UNINETTUNO
UNINETTUNO is a distance teaching university
based on close cooperation with established
universities from Europe, the Middle East, the
United States, and Asia. Thanks to the use of
innovative learning technologies, UNINETTUNO
offers a unique university experience based on
quality, flexibility, and innovation.
The Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business
AACSB International is a global association of leaders
in education and business dedicated to supporting
and advancing quality business education worldwide.
Through membership, accreditation, research,
thought leadership, professional development,
and advocacy, AACSB partners with over 1,500
organizations, from more than 90 countries globally.
 Wherever you see your career taking you, this programme
opens doors to diverse career opportunities
Senior Accountant - Business Development Manager - Business Consultant Director - Project

Manager - Finance Analyst - Budget Analyst - CEO - Finance Manager - Oil Gas & Energy

Management - Technical Project Manager - Lead Application Engineer - Programme Associate -

Restaurant Manager - Executive Director - Outsourcing and Accounts Assistant - Customs Expert

Graduates of the Global MBA have gone on to work

for leading organisations around the world

GE - GOOGLE - ROCHE - ADECCO - 3M - SCOTIABANK -

BRENTFORD FC - UNDP - IACCM - SYNECCO
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This brochure was updated in October 2019. The information given here is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change.
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