MBA (Technology Management)
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    MBA (Technology Management)

    The Open University UK
    The Open University UK
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Milton Keynes
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    Duration7 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 21,440 / Total
    Next IntakeFebruary 1, 2027
    MBA (Technology Management)

    About

    If you’re looking for an MBA with a focus on technology, this is the qualification for you. It is applicable to technology management and technological innovation in a wide variety of contexts and sectors, including: IT/IS, telecommunications, computing, engineering, manufacturing, transport and logistics, retailing, energy production and supply, defence and security, management and administration, and any form of services, including health, welfare and leisure. You will focus on strategic analysis and, intellectual stimulation whilst gaining interdisciplinary skills, and independent judgement – exploring the processes that underpin technological innovation and the challenges of technology from a strategic perspective, with your learning firmly rooted in management practice throughout.

    Key features of the course

    • Practice-based learning brings your MBA into life at your workplace
    • Flexible options enable you to adjust the curriculum to suit your needs 
    • Strong international emphasis essential for developing leaders in a global marketplace 
    • Join an influential network of more than 27,500 alumni from 121 countries when you graduate.

    The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:

    • Knowledge and understanding
    • Cognitive skills
    • Practical and professional skills
    • Key skills

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You’ll be eligible for our MBA by satisfying the following academic, work experience and language requirements.

    Academic requirements
    There are three ways to meet the academic requirements:

    1: Bachelors degree with honours
    You'll need to have a bachelors degree with honours awarded by a UK university or equivalent.

    2: Bachelors degree without honours
    You'll need to have a bachelors degree without honours awarded by a UK university or equivalent and you'll need to have completed one of the following:

    • the discontinued OU module Managing 1: organisations and people (B628)
    • three of our Business Management microcredentials*
    • the GMAT examination and achieved a result of 640 or higher.
    3: No Bachelors degree
    If you don’t have a bachelors degree you'll need to have completed one of the following:
    • the discontinued OU Professional Certificate in Management (S01)
    • six of our Business Management microcredentials*

    *See our Microcredentials page for further information. 

    Work experience requirement
    You’ll need to have gained a minimum of three years’ experience in a managerial, technical or professional role, so that you have a practical business base on which to build your MBA learning.

    Language requirement
    Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend that you will need a minimum score of 6.5 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please see their website for details.

    Acceptance onto the MBA programme
    You’ll be required to show how you meet these requirements. You will be asked to submit your CV and proof of qualifications, including English translations of non-UK degrees. Evaluation of the evidence will take place before you’re accepted onto the programme.  

    If you would like to discuss making an application and require further information, please call The Open University Business School information line on +44 (0)300 303 0065. Lines are open (UK time): Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:30.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    Career

    Career relevance

    The Open University Business School is one of an elite group of schools that are accredited by the three leading international accrediting bodies - AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS - hallmarks of quality of teaching, learning materials and qualification impact. It is home to more than 27,500 successful MBA graduates representing 121 countries.




     

    Employers value the MBA as an indication of high level business and management skills. These skills are in demand, increasingly so in times of economic uncertainty, and employers want practical experience, a thorough grasp of business, and the ability to lead at a strategic level. Much of the work in this qualification involves an evidenced-based approach, thus ensuring relevance in the workplace. AMBA’s careers survey shows that MBA students can expect their salary to increase, and the MBA to have a positive impact on their career progression, as well as bring improvements to their organisation or business.

    Careers and Employability Services have more information on how OU study can improve your employability.

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    1. Choose your qualification.
    2. Select your first module and review the entry requirements.
    3. Register for your module online.
    4. Pay – see fees and funding for your available options.
    5. Send evidence to us to confirm you meet the entry requirements.

    When to apply

    • Registration is now open for the academic year ending July 2023.
    • Closing dates vary depending on the modules you choose.

    To ensure you have everything in place ready to start your course, please check the module descriptions – there may be preparatory work you need to submit before your module starts.

    1. Choose your qualification.
    2. Select your first module and review the entry requirements.
    3. Register for your module online.
    4. Pay – see fees and funding for your available options.
    5. Send evidence to us to confirm you meet the entry requirements.

    When to apply

    • Registration is now open for the academic year ending July 2023.
    • Closing dates vary depending on the modules you choose.

    To ensure you have everything in place ready to start your course, please check the module descriptions – there may be preparatory work you need to submit before your module starts.

    MBA (Technology Management)
    The Open University UK
    The Open University UK
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Milton Keynes

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