Program Overview

An MBA isn’t just a qualification, it’s the way you think. So think like an MBA student. Choose the Master of Business Administration course that equips you with a management toolkit, that you adapt and apply to your extended work placement, and gets you ready for successful career. The world of business never stands still, which is why – with input from our students and employers – we're refreshing our MBA with Placement degree course. Taking real-world challenges as our starting point, there'll be even more of a focus on practical, hands-on learning – and more opportunities to ignite your career.

You know what you want from your degree: to be prepared for the real world, to gain competitive advantage and to stand out from the crowd. At ARU we want this too.

Studying your Master of Business Administration MBA course at our Business School means interacting with other professionals from around the world. At ARU, you'll be exposed to different cultures and business practices whilst developing your communication, leadership, critical thinking and decision-making skills. Paired with active learning, this environment will prepare you for your work placement. The industry placement will complement your knowledge, let you put your newly acquired skills to the test, and boost your confidence. At the end of your MBA journey, you will have the necessary knowledge, tools and experience to jump start your unrivalled career at a managerial level.

Choosing Cambridge as your MBA destination will give you a unique environment to grow. Surrounded by tech and biotech companies, you will be inspired by the entrepreneurial creativity and constant growth. Known globally as the “Silicon Fen”, Cambridge is a city of innovation, progress, and a thriving economy. The Business School takes advantage of this one-of-a-kind environment by building strong links with businesses, which benefit you as an MBA student and give you the insight to choose the right organisation for your work placement.

Our partnership with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) means that our Master of Business Administration MBA students boost their advanced management training with a Level 7 CMI accreditation. This qualification enables a quicker career progression and helps our students stand out in the job market.

You'll be responsible for sourcing your own placement in a company of your interest, but our Student Engagement and Placements team will give you full support and guidance throughout the process.

Please note entry to the MBA with Placement requires a minimum of two years relevant work experience and a successful interview.