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MBA Design Management

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Why study the MBA: Design Management

This award aims to develop learners’ potential for progression to a management role with a master’s level understanding of the importance of managing creativity and design in the area of business management. The award is designed to develop a deep understanding of managing design and creativity that is essential to the development of business in the 21st century.

Given the importance of innovation and creativity in business it is essential that future managers understand the challenges and demands in facilitating the development of a creative culture in business. Managing this complex ecology presents important challenges to those people who are tasked to manage the creative process and lead such groups. The design element of the course responds directly to the Cox Report calling for business people, ‘who understand creativity, who know when and how to use the specialist, and who can manage innovation’ (2005:28).

 

What qualifications do I need to apply?

Candidates for entry to the MBA programme must normally possess:

I. UK/EU students will be able to enter the programme directly in accordance with University entry requirements for MA programmes (a first degree achieved at Class 2:2 or above from an approved University or Institution) or possess an equivalent qualification.

II. In addition to the qualifications above, non-UK/EU students whose first language is not English will be required to achieve IELTS 6 or above with no less than Band 6 in writing skills, or equivalents accepted by the University.

 

APEL

Where applicants do not meet the stated entry requirements above, the University APEL policy may be utilised for entry to the programme where necessary and appropriate. The programme may use this system to allow entry for post-experience professional who are over 21 years and who have been in management for at least 2 years. This is likely to involve a submission of evidence of professional competence (an assignment to the Head of Programme) and an interview as part of the recruitment process.

 

How much does it cost?

The fees are subject to review. Please visit our tuition fees webpage for up-to-date information about fees

A 10% discount is applicable to all YSJU Alumni undertaking PG level study

Discounts/Scholarships may be available for international students. Please contact YSJ International for further information: T: +44 1904 876884 E: ysjinternational@yorksj.ac.uk

 

Start dates

York St John Business School offers both September and January entry points to all postgraduate Business programmes. When submitting your application, please indicate which start date you wish to be considered for.

 

How can I apply?

Applications should be made direct to York St John and will be considered throughout the year. T: 01904 876598 E: admissions@yorksj.ac.uk

Download the application form

 

How can I find out more?

For further information please contact Admissions T: 01904 876598 E: admissions@yorksj.ac.uk