Master of Business Administration

Distinction in Support system:

The premier academic and English support system helps international student overcome language barriers and difficulties.

Distinction in Learning Method:

The program is designed for both studying full-time on our campus in France and for international learners and busy people by embracing the Hybrid model, which combines live classes and local tutors (online). With the Hybrid learning model, students can study French and British programs and earn degrees as full-time students without living and working in France like our full-time students.

Distinction in Degrees – 2 independent degrees:

• A Level 7 Diploma (Master Level) according to the UK RQF National Qualifications Framework: LRN Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership.
• A Master of Business Administration (MBA) in majors from the Université Libérale de Paris.

List of Majors:

The learners participating in the dual-degree Master of Business Administration (MBA) program could choose the major based on the Master’s Dissertation/ Capstone Projects/ Work-based Project. The learners can choose one of the following majors:

• MBA in Government Administration
• MBA in Public Administration
• MBA in Business
• MBA in Hospitality
• MBA in Hospital
• MBA in Pharmaceutical
• MBA in Healthcare
• MBA in Logistics & Supply Chain
• MBA in Human Resources
• MBA in Finance & Banking
• MBA in Tourism
• MBA in Insurance
• MBA in Engineering
• MBA in Technology
• MBA in Construction
• MBA in Design
• MBA in Information Technology

And other majors based on the Master Dissertation/ Capstone Projects/ Work-based Project

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program consists of 6 mandatory modules and a Master’s Dissertation/Capstone Project/Work-based Project for a combined total of 180 credits, lasting a minimum of 1.5 years.

Mandatory modules:

• Strategic Management (20 credits)
• Strategic Leadership (20 credits) (Leading Change, Cross-Cultural Leadership)
• Strategic Human Resource Management (20 credits)
• Advanced Business Research Methods (20 credits)
• Strategic Financial Management (20 credits)
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 credits)

After each module, learners will take an end-of-module exam. The end-of-module exams are application-oriented essays to help learners review knowledge, apply knowledge in the workplace, and improve the practical environment.

Dissertation/ Capstone Projects/ Work-based Project (60 credits)

Dissertation/Capstone Projects/Work-based Projects will be focused on solving workplace matters. It can be a business plan or a management improvement project written in 7,000 – 8,000 words:

• Dissertation/ Capstone Projects/ Work-based Project
• Defend Dissertation/ Capstone Projects/ Work-based Project

Graduating from the dual-degree Master of Business Administration program, the learner could:

• Be able to apply knowledge, dialectical mindset, independent reasoning, and develop knowledge into management practice.
• Apply the world’s management experience to your business and adjust accordingly.
• Communicate effectively in a business environment.
• Be able to plan strategies, implement strategies, and effectively operate functions in the business.
• Build businesses with a sustainable and ethical vision.

Teaching and learning strategies:

The central training philosophy of the program starts from understanding the theory and case studies that are currently applied in world enterprises to the process of applying the learned knowledge to the enterprises themselves and the learners’ business environment. In addition to the practical knowledge, the program also equips the necessary skills for a business leader and manager in the volatile and risky global business context.

The program is Learner-centered and focuses on solving learners’ problems:

The Learner-centered training method will focus on solving learners’ problems through background knowledge and case studies that are applied in successful businesses worldwide. Through each module, learners will step by step solve management problems that they face every day with the guidance of the theoretical system, the practice system, expert lecturers, and local teaching assistants.

Entry requirements

In addition to meeting the entry requirements, admission also considers the candidate’s suitability before joining the program to ensure that they can comprehend and benefit from participating.

Entry requirements ought to meet one of the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited and recognized universities.
• EQF Level 6 Diploma or equivalent. Level 6 diploma must be from an accredited and recognized institution.
• The Université Libérale de Paris shall not accept degrees from fake universities, universities belonging to the Diploma Mils, or universities accredited by fake/ not authorized accreditation bodies.

English requirements

• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent.
• IELTS 5.5; Speaking and writing must be 5.5 or equivalent.
• In case of not having an English certificate, Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) conducts an internal English placement test and reviews each candidate.

Notice

The Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) reserves the right to decide whether to accept or not to accept based on the requirements of the accredited body and Paris-U’s global acceptance criteria.

The Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) is accredited by Ofqual Recognised Awarding Organisation at the programmatic level. The Dual Degree Master of Business Administration (MBA) program possesses both the prestige of Paris-U’s accreditation system and the UK’s OTHM’s accreditation system.

The programmes are accredited by prestigious organisations; then, the graduated learner confidently participates in the labour market or/ and easily learns connected to prestigious and equivalent educational systems.

• For more information about Paris-U recognition and accreditation, please refer here.
• For more information on the programmatic recognition and accreditation and the value of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, please refer here.

As a liberal arts university, helping students to freely choose and quickly switch to promptly adapt to changes in the working environment is one of our significant goals.

When participating in the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program of the Université Libérale de Paris, students can:

• Choose a major as a specialization of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the final stage after completing the courses.
• After graduating from the MBA program, the student can earn an alternative degree in Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a new optional major within 6 months of studying. 

Senior Leader Certified is a Senior Leader Council [UK] expert certification with accreditation standards based on the UK government’s Senior Leader Apprenticeship competency framework. The UK government developed the accreditation standard for the Senior Leader position with the participation of Serco (the employer chair), the Civil Service (the employer chair), Acivico (Birmingham City Council), Anglo Educational, Barclays, BT, Balfour Beatty, Barchester Healthcare, Boots UK Ltd., the British Army, the BBC, CMI, Co-op, DFS, Grant Thornton, Interserve, JRV Associates, KPMG, Morgan Sindell, the NHS (Dept of Health), Nestle, Opus Building Services, Pearson, Pendragon plc, Ricoh, Sainsbury’s, Santander UK plc, Speedy Services, Umi Digital, Unipart, United Utilities plc, Virgin Media, Wincanton, XPO Logistics.

The Senior Leader Certified is an important professional certification that makes it easy for owners to show their executive and leadership skills in corporate settings, schools, and government agencies to stakeholders.

The Senior Leader Council (UK) has approved the entire Master’s program at Université Libérale de Paris, and graduates will be able to apply for the Senior Leader Certification without having to pass the university’s annual EPA exam administered by the Senior Leader Council [UK].

Notice:

• Students are official students of the Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U).
• Whether studying full-time in France or through hybrid/online learning, all modes of training adhere to the same quality and standards.
  
• The program is taught 100% in English. The Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) does not apply the training system for programs taught in French within France. Our higher education programs are different from the French National Curricula and Programmes leading to French Government university qualifications, which fall under the French Public Higher Education sector.
• Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) is a private, liberal university in France and is not affiliated with the French public education system or the French government.
• Fees and scholarship policies (if any) are subject to change or termination without prior notice.
• The London Academy of Sciences Diploma is an independent qualification earned after the End-Point Assessment (EPA) process. This diploma is for recognition only at the professional level. The London Academy of Sciences Diploma is an accredited professional qualification that is not part of the Ofqual system and is not transferable to other academic degrees that are not recognized by LAS.

Disclaimer:

• The Université Libérale de Paris only grants degrees and recognises academic results when students fully meet academic requirements, financial regulations, academic discipline, and other regulations.
• In the event of breach of commitment, absence without notice, or refusal to continue the program without prior notice, Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) reserves the right to refuse admission, withdraw support, cancel student status, and not reimbursement of tuition and fees.
• The Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) does not guarantee the acceptance of a degree by a third party. Acceptance or rejection depends on the discretion of the receiving entity.
• Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) does not guarantee salary increases, promotions, new job opportunities, or job acceptance after graduation.
• While there are regulations regarding cross-recognition and equivalence of qualifications, each country, organization, and entity reserves the right to receive and recognize its own degrees. Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) does not guarantee the automatic recognition of degrees during the diploma and certificate usage process, including transcripts, from Paris-U and other institutions. Our partners and Université Libérale de Paris also do not guarantee or support the process of recognizing equivalent qualifications (if any).
• Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) does not guarantee or commit to providing opportunities for immigration, work abroad, obtaining work permits, teaching permits, or professional licenses in France, Europe, or any other country.
• Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) provides maximum support but does not guarantee a 100% student visa (in case of full-time study) or Schengen visa (to attend the graduation ceremony in France and Europe) if learners do not meet the requirements of the host country and the competent authority responsible for immigration, relocation, and settling in other countries.