This MBA is an innovative, part-time distance e-learning master’s degree ‘top-up’ program. The program begins with ‘taught’ e-learning chapters within the module covering Advanced Techniques in Research Methods, Project Management, Leadership, and Statistics. This includes evaluation of literature, data analysis, statistical and modeling techniques, planning, writing, and presenting a complex research project. The e-learning course materials for these lectures are delivered through MLA’s Total Learning Package (TLP), which can be downloaded to computers. Using cutting-edge technology, the TLP is fully functional whether the device is connected to the internet or not, enabling students to study successfully anywhere across the globe. The TLP adds value to lecture material with formative testing, transcripts, and learning support materials.

The MBA work-based research project provides an exciting opportunity for students to undertake a specific 60-credit dissertation module combining practical and academic research work in which they demonstrate the acquisition of the knowledge, understanding, skills, and abilities appropriate to the award of the MBA degree – namely the QAA subject benchmarks and SEEC level descriptors. Students are actively encouraged to identify a suitable project topic, explore ideas with the MBA supervisory team, and plan the work program as early as possible.

This program is a flexible, fully tutor-supported distance e-learning program. Usually, submission is scheduled within 12 months of starting. However, the flexible delivery allows students to study at their own pace, meaning it may be possible to submit within a short or more extended timeframe.

Named pathways are available for students submitting dissertations in various subject areas. Pathway titles have been considered in the global recruitment market. This will also allow an extensive network of Associate Tutors from academia and industry to contribute to the program. Typically, all students have the support of an Academic from MLA College and an external subject expert, combining industrial relevance and current practice with academic rigor.

The program offers one core MBA award with the option of subject specialism
pathways, resulting in the following pathway titles being available

• Master of Business Administration (Maritime Operations)
• Master of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)
• Master of Business Administration (Marketing)
• Master of Business Administration (Capital Markets and Finance) 
• Master of Business Administration (Financial Technology)