University of Gloucestershire MBA Top-Up | University of Gloucestershire -Already hold a postgraduate diploma in management or a Level 7 qualification? Take your professional journey further with the MBA Top-Up from the University of Gloucestershire — a fast-track route to a globally recognised UK MBA.
Designed for working professionals and international learners, this flexible programme lets you transform your prior learning into a full MBA and unlock greater career opportunities, leadership roles, and salary potential.
🎓 What Is the MBA Top-Up?
The MBA Top-Up is a final-stage programme that allows holders of approved Level 7 qualifications (such as a Postgraduate Diploma in Business or Strategic Management) to complete the Master in Business Administration (MBA) by writing a final dissertation or business research project.
✅ Duration: 6 to 9 months
✅ Delivery: 100% Online or Blended
✅ Final Award: Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Gloucestershire
✅ Entry Requirement: Recognised Level 7 Diploma or PGDip in Management / Business
💼 Why Choose the MBA Top-Up?
🔹 Save Time & Money
You’ve already done most of the work — now convert it into a prestigious UK MBA in under a year.
🔹 Boost Your Career and Salary
An MBA is a signal to employers that you’re ready for senior leadership roles, with many graduates reporting salary increases of 40–100% post-completion.
🔹 Study While You Work
The top-up is designed for busy professionals. Study online from anywhere, at your own pace, while continuing your job.
🔹 Global Recognition
Your MBA will be awarded directly by the University of Gloucestershire — a respected UK institution — giving you global credibility for career progression or international job mobility.
🔍 What Will You Study?
The MBA Top-Up focuses on advanced research, strategic thinking, and real-world application.
You will complete:
- Research Methods module (if not already covered)
- Final Dissertation / Strategic Business Project on a topic aligned with your career goals
Throughout the journey, you’ll receive full academic support, including:
- A dedicated dissertation supervisor
- Access to online resources and journals
- Career development support from the university
Who Should Apply?
This programme is ideal for:
- Professionals with a Level 7 Diploma from ATHE, OTHM, LEB, Edexcel, or equivalent
- Managers ready to step into senior roles
- International students seeking a UK-accredited MBA
- Entrepreneurs wanting to sharpen their strategic capabilities
💬 “Completing my MBA top-up with the University of Gloucestershire gave me the confidence to apply for C-suite roles. The flexible delivery and world-class support made the journey smooth and career-enhancing.”
— Marcus L., MBA Graduate
Take the Final Step to Your MBA
If you’ve already earned a Level 7 qualification, you’re closer than you think to completing your Master in Business Administration.
Let the University of Gloucestershire help you turn that achievement into a powerful, career-changing degree.
