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Marketing Management, MBA

The Marketing Management MBA draws on decades of professional experience to prepare you for leadership roles in the marketing sector.

Our London-based MBA in Marketing Management focuses on developing your knowledge in marketing strategy and change management.

Our MBA provides a solid grounding in marketing management, which includes engaging projects. You will have the flexibility to follow your professional interests and engage with your chosen sector, from retail and travel to professional services and data modelling.

As part of the course, you must secure an internship with a company of your choice (UK or overseas) to apply your knowledge and gain practical experience. You will emerge with the experience and expertise to embark on managerial roles in marketing and the transferable skills to make an impact in any organisation.

Location

Greenwich Campus

Duration

2 years full-time

Start month

September

Fees information

For fee information related to this course, please see fees section below

What you should know about this course

  • Gain expertise in marketing strategy and change management with modules designed to meet industry needs.
  • Apply your theoretical knowledge to real-world situations through a mandatory internship with a company of your choice, either in the UK or overseas.
  • Study at our beautiful Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Benefit from studying at a university consistently ranked highly for student satisfaction and graduate prospects in marketing.

What are MBA degrees?


If you are an ambitious individual looking to further your career and set yourself apart from other working professionals, then an MBA from the University of Greenwich is for you.

What you will study

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About the course team

Welcome to our Master of Business Administration in Marketing. Your teaching team includes accomplished lecturers and practitioners with vast experience in marketing management, digital marketing, leadership and consumer behaviour. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.

Come and meet us

We are offering virtual events so that you can still experience how Greenwich could be the right university for you.

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Entry requirements

If you are

An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above.

Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered.

For more information, contact courseinfo@greenwich.ac.uk or 020 8331 9000.

You can also read our admissions policy.

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses. If you cannot find your country on this list, please contact international@gre.ac.uk.

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Available to overseas students?

Yes

Can I use Prior Learning?

For entry: applicants with professional qualifications and/or four years of full-time work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

For exemption: If you hold qualifications or courses from another higher education institution, these may exempt you from courses of this degree.

How you will learn

Teaching

In a typical week, learning takes place through a combination of lectures and seminars. You'll be able to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller group sessions. Contact hours may fall between 9am and 9pm, depending on your elective courses and tutorials.

Class sizes

Information coming soon.

Independent learning

Outside of timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate time to self-study to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams. Our Stockwell Street library and online resources will support your further reading and research.

You can also join a range of student societies, including the Economics and Business Society.

Overall workload

Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, and assessments. For full-time students, the workload should be roughly equivalent to a full-time job. For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of modules you are studying.

Assessment

On this course, students are assessed by:

  • Examinations
  • Coursework
  • Dissertation.

Feedback summary

University policy is to give feedback on assignments within 15 days.

Examination results will be available within 15 days.

Dates and timetables

The academic year runs from September to June.

Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000.

Fees and funding

Your time at university should be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress. Planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

Full time Part time Distance learning
Home £17,350 N/A N/A
International £21,000 N/A N/A

Accommodation costs

Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. University accommodation is available from £126.35 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost.

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Funding your study

There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.

EU students may be eligible for a bursary to support their study. View our EU bursary to find out more.

Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship.

Financial support

Further costs may include (but are not limited to):

  • Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies. Our Stockwell Street library offers an extensive range of books for loan, as well as access to journals and digital resources.
  • Software: computers on campus have access to software which is paid for by the university. However, students may wish to purchase a personal copy of any particular software they wish to use off-site.
  • Memberships: applying for membership of a professional body may incur further costs. Find application costs on their websites.
  • Field trips: you may need to contribute towards any trips required for your course.

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

The internship will help you to put into practice skills developed in communication, numeracy and problem-solving within a professional context, and to build your sense of business values and integrity. You are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university, pending approval.

The Business School Employability Office will support and guide you through workshops, meetings, briefings, one-to-one appointments and group sessions. Former students have secured internships at Bosch, Harrods, Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG and Starbucks Coffee Company (UK) Limited.

How long is my placement?

The 11-month internship enables you to apply your knowledge and gain practical experience with a company of your choice, in the UK or overseas.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Our Marketing MBA graduates will apply to work in a senior management positions in any industry and can specialise in marketing.

Do you provide employability services?

Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential and offer support for two years after graduation. Services include:

  • CV, cover letter, and application tips
  • Interviews support
  • Careers fairs
  • Mentoring.

More about our careers services.

Support and advice

Academic skills and study support

Access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.

Support from the department

As a Business School student you will be able to enter our Enterprise Challenge, which rewards student entrepreneurship and innovation. Previous winners have received significant prize money to develop their business ideas.

Join groups such as the Trading and Investment Society and take part in student competitions like the UK Trading Challenge. Our team of Greenwich students have repeatedly won this competition.

Accommodation information

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If you are a UK student or have settled/pre-settled status (EU) and you want to study full-time then you apply through the Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS).

If you are a UK student or have settled/pre-settled status (EU) and you want to study part-time then you can apply directly via our online application form.

If you are from outside the UK, you can apply via UCAS, directly via our online application form or via one of our in-country representatives. If you require a student visa, you cannot study part-time at undergraduate level.