MBA - Master of Business Administration

1.5 years

NQF Level 9

180 credits

Description

Key features

Fully accredited and registered
Cutting-edge curriculum
Flexible structure
Online support format

Affordable and Accessible
Internationally benchmarked
Multicultural faculty and support staff
MBA distance learning

If you’re employed full-time and have your sights set firmly on a senior management role, or you would like to gain the competitive edge in your entrepreneurial venture, then MANCOSA’s MBA, by distance learning, is the right master’s degree for you.

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About the MBA Degree in South Africa

The MBA degree remains one of the most popular postgraduate qualifications in many parts of the world, and it’s definitely a career-boosting move for those looking to make an impact in the South African business sector.

MANCOSA is well-known in offering one of the country’s best distance learning MBAs, which is a model that suits those who still want to continue working or who value the flexible nature of the programme. The postgraduate master’s programme is designed to produce forward-thinking, career-oriented managers and leaders who are prepared for business and industry roles in the context of both emerging and established markets. For more information about the programme please email: mba@mancosa.co.za.

My MBA Success Story

“My MBA from MANCOSA really equipped me for future leadership roles in the international business world. It wasn’t easy, but my hard work and perseverance paid off.”

Lungile BomvuSenior Enterprise Architect - World Bank Group

“My MANCOSA MBA provided me with skills and knowledge, which allowed me to advance my career and provide personal growth. I like to believe that I can encourage and inspire other females to advance in the corporate world - no matter what industry.”

Anna-Lee Dos SantosHead of Product & Go To Market - Samsung Integrated Mobile

MBA highlights: key outcomes for the graduate

Learn these valuable skills when you enrol for an MBA with MANCOSA and take your career to the next level:

Evaluate and solve problems using strategic critical and creative thinking
Display independent judgement and decision-making capabilities
Correctly identify, interpret and evaluate forces that impact an organisation
Develop and apply sound policies and strategies for effective business administration
Organise resources and meet strategic organisational goals

Develop a mindset geared towards learning and growth
Learn to use advanced technology effectively
Develop an ethical responsibility towards the environment and the health/well-being of others
Apply conceptual and analytical frameworks
Utilise financial management tools

Programme Curriculum: What You Will Study

MBA programme course details

Grow and prosper as a leader in your chosen field. Meet strategic business and management challenges head-on. This stimulating Masters of Business Administration will provide you with comprehensive knowledge and an applied skill set to succeed in a dynamic business environment.

Gain an in-depth understanding of the forces shaping business developments in dynamic markets both locally and internationally. Foster the leadership skills necessary to support and grow organisations. The degree can be completed within 18 months. Students are required to complete four core modules in semester 1 and semester 2 of their first year of study. Students are required to select and elective and complete a dissertation in their second year.

Year 1 Modules

Semester 1

Strategic Marketing Management
Managerial Economics
Information and Knowledge Management
Strategies in Operations Management

Semester 2

Human Resource Development
Financial Management
Corporate Strategy
Research and Quantitative Methods

Year 2 Modules

Elective: Choose 1 module from the following

Strategic Project Management
Entrepreneurship
Healthcare Management
Leadership
Supply Chain Management
Environmental Management
Change Management

Compulsory

Dissertation

What are the entry requirements for an MBA?

You need the following minimum requirements in order to qualify for an MBA:

An Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma; or
A Bachelors NQF level 8 degree; and
Five years working experience, of which two years are in a supervisory/managerial capacity.

It is possible in exceptional circumstances to gain entry to the programme on the basis of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). For further information on this alternative admissions route, contact a student consultant at MANCOSA.

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Tuition fees and payment schedules

The total cost of the MBA master programme ranges between R73,000 and R83,780 in tuition fees, which is dependent on the payment plan you choose. We offer several flexible payment schedules to suit your individual financial situation. Find out more from our fee schedule.

MBA Application Process

Congratulations! You’re ready to take the next step in your career by applying for an MBA. Be part of our next MBA intake and take a look at the four-steps you can expect to follow when you apply for your degree; or find out how to apply for an MBA in more detail.

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Click apply & follow the instructions

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Complete an entrance exam or submit results

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If successful, you will be invited to an interview

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You will be advised whether you have been successful

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an MBA?

The Masters in Business Administration is a prestigious and internationally-recognised degree that concentrates on developing the skills required for a career in senior management or a leadership position across all sectors of industry. The programme covers a broad spectrum of business-related subjects aimed at preparing the MBA student for the challenges and opportunities they will face in the workforce.

Who should study for an MBA?

While it’s true that many Fortune 500 executives hold an MBA credential, it must be noted that the programme is both challenging and intensive. The results, however, are certainly worthwhile as the qualification proves to be a competitive differentiator in the workplace with many ambitious graduates going on to achieve personal and professional recognition and success.

What are the career opportunities for an MBA degree?

MBAs are relevant across all industry sectors. This is because the programme offers a holistic view of business-related topics. Some of the career opportunities and jobs for MBAs include:

Chief executive officer
Management consultant
Financial advisor
Director
Corporate executive
IT manager
Human resource specialist
Senior analyst

What is the method of study available?

The mode of delivery for this programme is offered through supported distance and online models of instruction. MANCOSA’s distance learning programmes have proven ideal for those professionals who are required to work long hours or who travel extensively for work. Studying through distance learning means that there is little disruption to your personal life and full-time work schedule. The MANCOSA [GSB] programmes enable you to be flexible with your studies.

MANCOSA MBA Registration and Accreditation

Quality management, accreditation, recognition and international business comparability are key drivers ensuring our students pursue globally relevant accredited education.

To this end, MANCOSA is:

Registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), registration number 2000/HE07/003
Accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council of Higher Education (CHE).
Recorded on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Learn With One of South Africa’s Top Business Schools

MANCOSA MBAs are also positioned to assume emerging leadership and transformative roles in the job force. To this end, the programme provides students with the tools they need to employ innovative and strategic approaches to organisational management in the context of a rapidly changing and information-rich marketplace.

The MBA instils in students an in-depth understanding of the forces shaping business developments in evolving markets and fosters the leadership skills necessary to support and grow organisations that are at different stages of growth. Students acquire knowledge, skills and competencies to manage organisations in developing countries through a series of well-planned learning experiences and assessments.

A Global Network of Partners

The MANCOSA Graduate School of Business has strong academic links with higher education institutions throughout the world.

Affiliations and Partnerships

Honoris United Universities (HUU)
South African Business Schools Association (SABSA)
Association of African Business Schools (AABS)
National Association of Distance Education Organisations of South Africa (NADEOSA)
European Foundation for Management and Development (EFMD)
United Nations Academic Impact Initiative (UNAI)

International and Regional Recognition

Accredited by the Mauritius Tertiary Education Commission (TEC)
Recognised by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA)
Registered with the Zambia Higher Education Authority (HEA)
Accredited by the Malawi National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Registered with the Eswatini Higher Education Council (ESHEC)
Registered with the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), registration number

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Master of Business Administration – MBA