MBA (Top up), online from 12 months
A UK masters degree for working professionals. Study around your job, submit assignments instead of sitting exams, and graduate with a degree awarded by a UK university partner.
£10 to apply · Offer within 24 hours · Apply with qualifications or relevant work experience
Stanmore School of Business Limited — UK registered learning provider since 2017.
- Duration
- 6–9 months
- Credits
- 180
- Level
- FHEQ Level 7
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £770 / month
Built for people who already work
The MBA (Top up) is a UK master’s degree delivered 100% online by LEAP Education and awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The programme totals 180 credits at FHEQ Level 7 and is assessed entirely by assignment, with no written examinations.
Standard completion is 6–9 months. You can start at any time, study around full-time work and submit coursework online. Graduates progress to postgraduate study or senior management roles.
The difference between a senior manager and a Director is rarely technical skill; it is the ability to articulate a unified strategic vision that justifies budget allocation and resource expansion to a board of investors.
This credential enables you to command the room in executive meetings, shifting your contribution from operational problem-solving to long-term value creation. You will gain the formal authority to lead cross-functional teams, manage P&L responsibilities, and negotiate with multinational stakeholders on equal footing, effectively removing the educational ceiling that currently limits your salary progression.
The top-up stage adds strategic and research modules plus a dissertation or capstone to convert a postgraduate diploma into an MBA award.
Key facts
- Qualification:
- MBA (Top up)
- Level:
- FHEQ Level 7
- Credits:
- 180
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 6–9 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £770 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree or Level 6 qualification, or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Progression:
- Executive and board-level leadership roles after MBA graduation.
- Last verified:
- 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
2 stages, one award
Each stage builds towards the final award. Complete every stage to graduate with 180 credits.
Postgraduate diploma
Core postgraduate modules assessed by assignment.
120 credits
Master’s top-up
Dissertation or capstone project leading to the master’s award.
60 credits → Graduation
MBA top-up stage
Strategic Management
Formulate and defend long-term corporate strategies that secure market position and drive sustainable growth in volatile international environments.
Marketing Management
Design and execute data-driven marketing strategies that build brand equity and capture market share across diverse global consumer segments.
Financial Management
Interpret complex financial statements to direct capital allocation, mitigate cross-border financial risks, and maximize shareholder value.
Operations Management
Optimize end-to-end operational workflows to eliminate bottlenecks, reduce costs, and ensure consistent service quality in global delivery networks.
Human Resource Management
Architect talent acquisition and retention frameworks that align workforce capabilities with strategic goals while navigating cross-cultural labor dynamics.
International Business
Assess geopolitical risks and regulatory landscapes to structure market entry strategies that expand your organization’s global footprint effectively.
Entrepreneurship
Identify and capitalize on emerging market opportunities to launch new business units or drive innovation within established corporate structures.
Business Ethics
Apply rigorous ethical frameworks to high-stakes decision-making, ensuring corporate actions withstand scrutiny from global regulators and stakeholders.
Supply Chain Management
Orchestrate resilient global supply networks that balance cost efficiency with reliability, minimizing disruption risks across international logistics channels.
Business Intelligence
Translate complex data sets into strategic insights that inform executive decisions and provide a measurable competitive advantage in your sector.
Every module is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Entry requirements (Level 7 diploma)
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or Level 6 qualification, or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with 3+ years of senior management or leadership experience are encouraged to apply. Your practical knowledge counts.
Minimum age 18. International applicants welcome. Send us your certificates and we'll confirm eligibility within 24 hours.
Fully online
No campus visits. Study on any device, in any time zone.
Materials included
Study notes, sample assignments and resources from day one.
24/7 study assistant
Instant explanations and assignment guidance from our AI study assistant.
Tutor feedback
Qualified tutors mark assignments and give feedback by email and chat.
Where this can take you
Managers converting a Level 7 diploma into an MBA online.
Progression: Executive and board-level leadership roles after MBA graduation.
MBA admission requires a recognised Level 7 diploma and meeting the university partner's entry criteria. LEAP confirms eligibility during application.
MBA top-up fees
All plans are interest-free and include every module, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| Most popular12 monthsfast track | Most popular18 monthssemi fast track | 24 monthsregular | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £7,700 | £6,700 | £5,700 |
| Monthly | £770 × 10 | £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700) | £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.61 (total £5,700) |
| Quarterly | £2,566.67 + £2,566.67 + £2,566.66 (total £7,700) | £1,675 × 4 | £950 × 6 |
| Half-yearly | £3,850 × 2 | £2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700) | £1,425 × 4 |
| Pay in full | £7,315 (save 5%) | £6,365 (save 5%) | £5,415 (save 5%) |
- Monthly£770 × 10
- Quarterly£2,566.67 + £2,566.67 + £2,566.66 (total £7,700)
- Half-yearly£3,850 × 2
- Pay in full£7,315 (save 5%)
- Monthly£478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700)
- Quarterly£1,675 × 4
- Half-yearly£2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700)
- Pay in full£6,365 (save 5%)
- Monthly£316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.61 (total £5,700)
- Quarterly£950 × 6
- Half-yearly£1,425 × 4
- Pay in full£5,415 (save 5%)
* Programme fees shown include online learning, study materials and tutor support for the qualification. A separate £10 enrolment fee is payable when you submit your application. Interest-free instalment plans and a 5% discount for paying the full programme fee upfront are available where shown.
Need a different payment plan? Our admissions team can help.
Talk to an adviser on WhatsApp →Who awards your qualification
Your MBA (Top up) is awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers; the awarding university is named in your offer letter. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, supports your admission, learning and tutoring.
Degree level
FHEQ Level 7 on the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications — the same level as a campus award.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235. UK Register of Learning Providers
Start in three steps
- 01
Apply online
Complete the short form and pay the £10 enrolment fee. About five minutes.
- 02
Receive your offer
We confirm eligibility and email your start date and payment options.
- 03
Start learning
Pay your first instalment and get access to your modules.
Insights and Q&A
Extra detail beyond this page — written for learners researching fees, assessment and outcomes.
Common questions
Is this a real UK degree?
Yes. On successful completion you receive a UK degree awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The awarding university is confirmed in your offer letter.
Can I study from outside the UK?
Yes. The programme is 100% online with no campus visits, so you can study from anywhere in the UK or internationally.
Are there any exams?
No. Every unit is assessed through written assignments submitted online. There are no written examinations.
What are the entry requirements?
Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree or Level 6 qualification or an equivalent credential. Candidates with 3+ years of senior management or leadership experience are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 12 months (fast track, £7,700); 18 months (semi fast track, £6,700); 24 months (regular, £5,700). Interest-free instalment plans are available on each option.
When can I start?
You can enrol at any time. Once your application is accepted and the first payment is made, you receive access to the learning platform and study materials.
What can I progress to?
Executive and board-level leadership roles after MBA graduation.
Who operates LEAP Education?
LEAP Education is a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited (Company No. 10591140, UKPRN 10085235), a UK learning provider.
Last reviewed 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
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