MBA- MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Chevron College
Key Information
Campus location
Wexford, Ireland
Languages
English
Study format
Blended
Duration
2 years
Pace
Part time
Tuition fees
EUR 7,500 *
Application deadline
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* paid in instalments. Or €7,000 in one full payment saving €500. Payment plan available to €235 per month for 36 months.
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Introduction
Our Masters in Business Administration is offered in collaboration with the North Wales Management School at Wrexham Glyndŵr University. Delivering education since 1887, the University has been awarded a silver rating for teaching excellence by the Teaching Excellence Framework. The MBA is industry-led and career-centric, thanks to strong relationships with major employers who contribute to programme content and have helped to shape an MBA that is built for career enhancement across a wide range of industries.
Chevron recently featured in the QAA review of partnerships between Irish and UK universities, being credited for its student supports and commitment to quality delivery. Our blended learning courses are designed to follow the guidance and benchmarks set by the European Association of Distance Learning Universities (EADTU).
- Online & interactive course content, discussion forum & webinars – study when it suits you
- Complete part-time masters within 2 years
- MBA awarded Wrexham Glyndwr University Qualification FHEQ Level 7 (Comparable to NFQ level 9)
- Flexible study options – study anywhere, anytime, on any device
- No hidden costs – 100% transparency on course fees
Acquire key skills and knowledge
Our comprehensive Online programme covers all major business disciplines including marketing, strategy, finance and human resource management developing practical and theoretical business leadership skills. You will learn how to think critically, plan effectively and implement strategic plans with maximum impact.
You will develop key knowledge and skills, including:
- Robust financial management
- Creativity and idea generation
- Finding solutions to complex business challenges
- Communication and stakeholder management skills
- Analytical techniques – turning data into actionable insights
How distance learning works
Chevron is committed to the delivery of a high-quality learning experience through blended learning. Our approach combines the flexibility of learning online, with classroom-based support and instruction, drawing on the strengths of each learning space. We have considerable expertise in flexible study and our online interactive learning management system is designed to enable you to study at your own pace.
All materials such as course notes, supplementary reading documentation, online videos, and assignment briefs are contained in folders within each module. You will also have access to our online student community, webinars, and discussion forums to foster communication with our other students to discuss and resolve issues related to your studies.
Online delivery is supported by an induction day at the beginning of the programme one classroom session per module, each semester. (Please note that during the Covid-19 pandemic, induction and classroom sessions will be delivered virtually, in line with current health guidelines.)
Student support
At Chevron College we are committed to the ongoing needs of our students and offer unrivalled support to all our learners:
- Highly qualified and experienced tutors.
- Online & interactive course content, discussion forum & webinars – study when it suits you.
- Discussion forum with tutors live for a scheduled 6 hours per week- this allows students to receive feedback on learning and teaching activities.
- Scheduled Webinars occur fortnightly to prepare students for assessments.
- Compulsory Induction meet-up to get you started. Relevant modules and Webinar schedules are released during this Induction session.
- The opportunity to avail of formative feedback on draft assessments.
- Studies Advisor to assist with study plan and skills, in addition to referencing support.
- Recommended reading uploaded on the online platform.
Admissions
Curriculum
There are 6 core MBA modules (90 credits) plus two optional modules (30 credits). The eight-module framework is then followed by a final 60 credits, comprised of two 15 and one 30 credit research and dissertation modules.
Students will choose one module from:
| Module Title | FHEQ Level* | Indicative Assessment Points |
| Strategic Marketing | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Customer Continuity & Growth | 7 | Mid point & end point |
Students will choose one module from:
| Module Title | FHEQ Level* | Indicative Assessment Points |
| Reward Management | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Resourcing & Talent Management | 7 | Mid point & end point |
Core modules:
| Module Title | FHEQ Level* | Indicative Assessment Points |
| Emphasising the Environment | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Implementing Strategies | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Financial Insights & Business Intelligence | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Creative Change & Innovation | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Integrated Communications | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| HRM in Context | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Research Methods | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Literature Review | 7 | Mid point & end point |
| Research Dissertation | 7 | End point |
*FHEQ Level 7 is comparable to level 9 of the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
The PG Certificate Business Administration is an exit award available for a student who has completed 60 credits. The PG Diploma Business Administration is an exit award available for students who have completed 120 credits.
Program Outcome
A Masters of Business Administration (MBA) will be awarded by Wrexham Glyndŵr University FHEQ Level 7 (Comparable to NFQ level 9) upon completion.