Distance Learning Programme MBA
How the Programme Works
The Durham MBA Distance Learning Programme MBA
The Durham Masters in Management
Distance Learning Programme MA
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Hard won experience may still be the best teacher for managers, but this experience needs to be supplemented by knowledge to cover all the areas of business necessary for senior management positions.

The Durham MBA

The Distance Learning Programme
Participating in the Durham MBA via Distance Learning provides you with an extremely flexible means of study. You will need to commit about 10 hours per week to your studies but there are no rigid time-tables to constrain when you study. You incur none of the risks involved in taking time out from work. Your career path is uninterrupted, your employer may sponsor you or tuitition costs can be offset by your continuing earning power.

The Distance Learning Programme also offers complete geographical flexiblility. In the event of job or location changes, you will be certain that you can continue your studies for the Durham MBA.

Our programme is specially designed to be followed by individuals working on their own anywhere in the world, with an experienced support team providing the assistance you will need.
With the Distance Learning Programme you begin to use your skills and knowledge almost immediately, demonstrating the immensely practical nature of the business expertise contained in the MBA Programme.

When you undertake the project, which concludes the programme, you will experience the benefit of concentrating on an opportunity or problem in your company - the results of which validate your hard work to yourself and your employer.

At the end of your studies you will be awarded the same internationally recognised qualification as is awarded to graduates of the Full-Time and Part-Time MBA programmes also offered by Durham.

This will ensure that your effort in time is directly converted to an increase in your value as an employee.

" When I decided to study for an MBA by distance learning the promotional material stated that one of the benefits of this method of study is that the knowledge gained could immediately be put into effect in my existing employment. Although I paid little attention at the time I have found the studies to be of enormous benefit in my role as Manager & Director of this offshore subsidiary of a UK bank, particularly the marketing which is an area in which I had no previous experience"
Andrew Lodge

How the
Programme Works
Usually the course is studied over three or four years, with 4 subjects at each stage, although the Durham MBA Distance Learning Programme offers considerable flexibility. In particular, Stages 3 and 4 may be combined - with examinations in April and a dissertation submitted by August. The University will allow extensions of study beyond the three/four year period, up to a maximum of 8 years, to accommodate the work commitments of the individual student. Although the programme is designed to be followed on an individual basis, offering maximum flexibility, we facilitate local student groups which are supported, where possible, by a local graduate of the programme.

University of Durham Business School produces specially written distance learning material which contains all the information, background detail and assignment questions you will need to complete the programme successfully. All the essential text books are included in the course material.

You can enrol for the programme at any time during the year, with an appropriate choice of initial examination date (April/August). If you withdraw before completing the full MBA programme, but after successfully completing Stages 1 and 2 to the required standard, you will be awarded the Advanced Diploma in Business Administration.

Tutor Assistance
Individual tutors are allocated for each subject to provide students with general support. They also provide feedback to students on the Tutor Assessed Assignments (TAAs) which are completed at intervals throughout each course.

Residential Seminars
The seminars, which are held in Durham and some overseas locations in September, are an important feature of the programme. There is a short optional induction seminar when Stage 1 students are able to meet both tutors and students from later stages who are attending their own intensive residential sessions. It is important for students to attend these later seminars, which last about one week, although exemptions can be granted in case of difficulty. The seminars give the opportunity to exchange experience, problems and solutions with other students and programme tutors.

Examinations
Examinations for Stage 1 are held in April and August each year. Examinations for Stages 2 and 3 are held in April each year and the dissertation for Stage 4 can be submitted in April or August. If candidates fail any examination they will normally be allowed to re-sit the failed subjects at the next ordinary examination date. The examinations include both conventional examinations and an Examined Coursework Assignment for each course which is completed before the examination date.

Examinations may be taken either at an official centre or at any of over 100 approved overseas centres located in each of the major continents throughout the world. New centres may be added if required.

"Following what can be the lonely path of learning at a distance it is essential to build good personal relationships. The one to one communication with members of the Business School, the tutor network and the other students is one of the major benefits of the Durham Distance Learning Programme."
Paul Webb

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The Durham Masters in Management

The Durham MA in Management by Distance Learning is an exciting new opportunity:

• to study at a high quality university
• to have guidance from staff who possess up to date and practical knowledge of the key areas of management
• to gain a qualification from a top Business School in a prestigious university
• and furthermore to be able to study anywhere in the world

The Durham Masters in Management is a 2 year course primarily aimed at new or recent qualified, graduates from any discipline. Candidates will be already highly motivated and will want to enhancetheir future career in mangement.
This MA in management is international in both course participation and content. Due to the unique nature of the programme we welcome and encourage international students.

The Distance Learning Programme
The Durham MA in Management by Distance Learning provides students with a flexible means of study. The rate at which you study is entirely determined by your circumstances and motivation. Consequently there are no rigid time-tables, but in order to complete the course successfully it is anticipated that you should dedicate about 10 hours per week to your studies.

Studying via Distance Learning offers you the opportunity of taking your first steps in your new career while at the same time pursuing a management education to enhance your potential.
Your career path remains uninterrupted, your employer may sponsor you or tuitition costs can be offset by your continuing earning power.

The Durham MA offers complete geographical flexiblility. The programme has been specially designed to be followed in International locations. Whether you work within the international arena or are one of our many International students, the MA by Distance Learning has been designed specially with you in mind.
This coupled with a professional and experienced support team, provides you with the necessary reasurance to complete the course, even if you are on the other side of the world.
In the event of job or location changes, you will be certain that you can continue your studies for the Durham MBA.
At the end of your programme you will be awarded the same internationally recognised qualification as is awarded to graduates of the Full-Time and Part-Time MA programme also offered by Durham.

The Durham MA in Management by Distance Learning will provide a solid foundation for further studies leading to the potential for an accelerated MBA after 3 years work experience.

"The MA in Management has been a window of opportunity for me. As an Arts graduate, I have had the chance to study economics, marketing and information systems. I have been offered an insight into areas which broaden my understanding of the business world, which I am sure will assist in my future career."
Olivia Bolton - Graduate Full Time MA in Management

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Award: Masters in Management
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The Distance Learning Programme is flexible and can be extended up to a maximum of 4 years.

Additions, deletions or changes may be made to the course but the general character of the Programme will be maintained.

We hope this brief outline of our programme and how it works has interested you. If you want more details please contact your local agent or write to us at the address below:

Email:
mbadl.enq@durham.ac.uk

Web:
www.dur.ac.uk/dubs/mbadl

MBA Distance Learning Programme Office
Durham University Business School
Mill Hill Lane, Durham City, United Kingdom DH1 3LB

Tel: 0191 374 2216 International +44 191 374 2216
Fax:0191 374 3389 International Fax: +44 191 374 3389

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