100% Online degree Master of Business Administration (MBA)

UK students may be eligible for a master's loan for this online distance-learning course.

• Submit your loan application at least six weeks before your chosen start date to avoid delays.

• The Student Loans Company (SLC) will pay the loan directly to you, and it’s your responsibility to arrange tuition fee payments for your course.

You’ll have the opportunity to apply for an LIBF Scholarship. The LIBF Scholarship is an award of £1,200 towards your tuition fees, spread over the duration of your course and reducing your total fees. You are eligible to apply if your household income is less than £3,500 per month.

You can get up to 5%* off your total fees if you pay annually or in advance (*reduction depends on study duration).

Yes, this MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institution (CMI), a prestigious body that sets the international benchmark for excellence in management education. This accreditation ensures that our MBA programme meets high standards in content, teaching quality, and resources.

This means you can trust that you are receiving a top-tier education that is globally recognised and respected. An MBA with CMI accreditation enhances your credentials, making you more competitive in the job market and better prepared for leadership roles in your career.

CMI accreditation adds real value to your MBA by giving you Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status when you graduate, putting you on the path to full Chartered Manager status. This is the only professional recognition of its kind, awarded by CMI under its Royal Charter. This dual qualification tells employers you're committed to your professional development, making you more competitive in leadership roles globally.

As a CMI member, you’ll get access to career-boosting tools like the Employability Skills Diagnostic and the Career Development Centre. You’ll also benefit from access to ManagementDirect for learning resources, plus mentoring opportunities with experienced managers, networking, and events that connect you with professionals across industries. And, with access to the Qwell mental wellbeing platform, your personal wellbeing is supported throughout your studies.

With over 75 years of leadership development experience and partnerships with 850+ employers and 170 higher education institutions around the world, CMI accreditation is proof that the skills you’ll develop are aligned with industry needs.

You’ll study in a virtual learning environment that uses the latest learning technology and benefit from innovative multimedia tools and study materials, including:

• lecture notes

• learning videos

• revision courses

• online consultations, and

• live sessions with lecturers.

We also incorporate reports and case studies from everyday professional life into our courses.

The Master of Business Administration online programme is offered as a 1-year full time programme or part time over 1.5 or 2-years.

The Master of Business Administration full-time blended learning programme is offered as a 1-year full time programme from our London campus.

To achieve the full master’s award, students need to complete modules with a combined weight of 180 credits, including the Capstone Project.

The total fees are £10,250 for our online MBA programme.

Our MBA degree is a worthwhile investment to kickstart your career in business. With this qualification, you’ll gain essential knowledge and the practical skills to prepare you for success.

You'll have the flexibility to study online at your own pace and to your own schedule, whilst still receiving the same high-quality education as an on-campus programme. Furthermore, our programme focuses on the development of essential leadership skills, innovation, entrepreneurship, and strategic thinking. These are critical skills to propel your professional career.

Yes! When you choose our online study model, all lessons and exams are 100% online and there’s no need for you to come to London at any stage.

If you prefer to study with a blend of in-person classes and online learning, you can take an MBA in our full-time blended learning model.

The skills and expertise you acquire from our MBA programme will empower you to make a significant impact in various roles. Upon completing an MBA degree you can explore diverse job titles, such as:

• Business development manager

• Marketing manager

• Operations manager

• Strategy consultant

• Project manager

• Management consultant.

LIBF is one of only a few professional bodies in the world with Taught Degree Awarding Powers.

It is listed in the UK’s Office for Students Register as a higher education provider and has been awarding degrees since 2010. Its main campus is in London.

Yes. LIBF is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS) and complies with all OfS Conditions of Registration. We are also a member of The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

As an internationally recognised institution, LIBF delivers outstanding education, backed by over 140 years of practical and academic experience.

We offer students a highly flexible learning environment with state-of-the-art study materials and one-to-one support.

You’ll find all the information you need to complete your application on our how to apply page.

Or you can go directly to our online application form.

Our Study Advisory Team will also be happy to guide you through the application process.

You can contact them by:

• email: onlinedegree@libf.ac.uk

• phone: +44 20 3936 4055

The total fees are £10,250 for an online MBA.

Flexibility meets affordability! Enjoy the options:

• £854 per month for full-time study over 12 months

• £569 spread over 18 months

• or only £427 extended over 24 months.

You can also get up to 5%* off your tuition fees if you pay in advance (*reduction depends on study duration).

Students from England can apply for a postgraduate Master's Loan. You’ll receive your loan directly to your bank account in instalments over the course of your studies, and you can use it to cover your tuition fees and to contribute to living costs.

Once you've applied for a Master's Loan, the review process can take up to 6 weeks. We recommend giving yourself at least 6 weeks between submitting your student loan application and your chosen start date, allowing you to focus on your studies without any unnecessary delays.

Postgraduate loans are also available for students from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Yes, we offer the LIBF Scholarship, providing a £1,200 reduction in study fees for eligible students. There are a limited number of LIBF Scholarships available each month so we encourage you to apply early to increase your chances of being awarded the scholarship.

To be eligible to apply for our LIBF Scholarship you must:

• have applied to study one of our online degrees.

• have a household net income of less than £3,500/month.

You can apply for an LIBF Scholarship once you’ve applied for your course. Our Study Advisors will review your application and let you know if you’ve been approved for a scholarship.

If you're not granted the scholarship, you'll have the option to proceed with your application or to cancel your contract with us without any charges.

All you need is a reasonably up-to-date computer – desktop or laptop – with a stable internet connection and a webcam.

Other internet-capable devices, such as tablets or smartphones, will also be useful. For full details, see the online learning page.

If you're a UK student studying online, we’ll provide you with a free iPad. It will contain everything you need to get started and you can use it throughout your studies. When you graduate, it will be our gift to you! We’re sorry we can’t make this gift available to international students studying online right now. But we’re working on it!