Business Administration

The Queen’s MBA brings together the academic excellence of one of the UK’s leading research Universities, with the innovative spirit of Belfast. The programme is aimed at professionals looking to take the next step in transforming their careers.



The Queen’s MBA challenges you to develop as a leader with the adaptive skills and lateral, entrepreneurial thinking you need to shape your future. Progressing through the programme you integrate core business and management concepts including strategy, marketing, operations, corporate finance, economics and accounting, whilst the programme also offers you the chance to deepen your knowledge in the emerging areas of business analytics, technology and social innovation. There is a strong emphasis on integrating theory and practice developing ‘mindsets’ and experiential learning. Through a series of leadership development workshops you will develop the insight and self-awareness required for effective leadership in a local and global context.



The Queen’s MBA is AMBA accredited. Fewer than 300 business schools globally hold this prestigious award. AMBA accreditation denotes the highest standard of achievement in postgraduate business education. The School is also EQUIS accredited, indicating the high-standard of business education that our students will receive.

Core Modules

Accounting for Managers (10 credits)

Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking (10 credits)

Marketing Management (10 credits)

Operations and Supply Chain Management (10 credits)

Leading Transformation in a Digital World (20 credits)

People Management and the Future of Work (10 credits)

Corporate Finance (10 credits)

Global Economic Environment (10 credits)

Leading and Influencing in Organisations (10 credits)

Strategy for Managers (20 credits)

Business Analytics (10 credits)

MBA Project (30 credits)



Optional Modules

Sustainability and Social Innovation (10 credits)

Global Technology Innovations (10 credits)

International Business Negotiations (10 credits)

International Study (20 credits)

Graduate

Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any discipline. Applicants with qualifications below 2.2 Honours degree standard may be considered on a case-by-case basis if they can demonstrate appropriate relevant professional experience.



Applicants should have a minimum of three years’ quality professional experience. Internships, a sandwich year, part-time or temporary work will not be considered.



Applicants must provide a full and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae including a full work history. The work history should include the employer’s name and address, job title and brief description of duties and responsibilities, as well as the start and end dates for each period of employment.



International Students

Our country/region pages include information on entry requirements, tuition fees, scholarships, student profiles, upcoming events and contacts for your country/region at https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/international-students/your-country/



English Language Requirements

Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less than 6.0 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required (*taken within the last 2 years).



International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for English language for visa purposes.



For more information on English Language requirements for EEA and non-EEA nationals see: www.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs.



If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this degree programme, INTO Queen's University Belfast offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for admission to this degree.

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and ideally no later than 14th August 2026 for courses which commence in late September. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page.



Please note: international applicants will be required to pay a deposit to secure a place on this course.

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.

Entry Year: Academic Year 2026/27

Career Prospects

Introduction

The MBA features a specific year-long career development programme encompassing individual career coaching alongside practical skills such as CV analysis and development, interview skills and networking strategies, to ensure graduate employment potential is maximised. Students from this programme have entered a wide variety of industries including education, finance, insurance, scientific research, transport, manufacturing, and business startups.



For further opportunities to enhance your studies and career prospects please see the school website.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/queens-business-school/student-opportunities/



Employment after the Course

Graduates from this programme have secured roles with employers such as Deloitte, Citi, Danske Bank, Aflac, BT, TCT Group, CME, Belfast City Council, RBC, and many more. Typical roles include director, senior manager, management consultant, and founder.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/careers/