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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  • Graduate in as little as 30 months full-time or choose part-time study
  • Earn a degree in your own time – designed for working professionals
  • 100% online – study anytime, anywhere
  • Next intake starts: 21 October 2025
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Study alongside experienced professionals from around the world as you explore the challenges of today’s fast-changing business environment. This MBA combines theoretical insight with practical application, encouraging you to reflect on your own organisation while learning through global peer collaboration. Core modules address leadership, decision-making, and the macro-economic forces shaping international business, while optional modules allow you to tailor your journey with topics such as data analytics or business ethics.

The University of Liverpool Management School is one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to hold a gold standard triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. 

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In addition, our online MBA is ranked as the UK #1 by CEO Magazine in their Global MBA Rankings for 2025 whilst the Management School holds Tier One status. 

Why study with us?

Study part-time around your day-to-day life

Learn on our collaborative online platform 

Advance your career without leaving your job

Tailored support throughout your studies

Who is this online MBA for?

The Online MBA is designed for professionals with at least three years of strategic-level management experience, creating a dynamic learning environment enriched by diverse industry backgrounds. To explore how this prestigious programme aligns with your ambitions, listen to our podcast with Dr Lisa Day, Director of Studies for the online MBA or read the transcript and case study. If you’re earlier in your career, the online Management MSc—also developed by our triple-accredited Management School—may be more suitable. A downloadable infographic is available to help you compare both programmes.

Our online and part-time MBA has intakes throughout the year. Students study in diverse and global cohorts that provide the opportunity to share experiences of different cultures,
organisations and industries – and to critically test and evaluate various management practices in different contexts.

Online MBA Class Profile: based on student enrolments from 2023-2025*

A Russell Group University

By studying online with the University of Liverpool, you can gain a highly regarded qualification from a prestigious redbrick university and a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 research-led UK universities committed to maintaining the highest possible standards of research and education.  

Associated with nine Nobel Laureates, the University is recognised for its high-quality teaching and research. Our research collaborations extend worldwide and address many of the grand challenges facing mankind today.

Student Testimonials

In these student testimonials, recent graduates discuss their experience on the University of Liverpool’s online MBA programme. Find out why they chose to study with the University of Liverpool, their advice for prospective students, and their career plans for the future.

University of Liverpool online programmes are delivered in partnership with Kaplan Open Learning.
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