The MBA at the University of Aberdeen, Mumbai, is an intensive one-year programme designed for ambitious professionals who want to accelerate their careers and build the strategic insight, leadership capability, and business acumen required to excel in senior roles. It equips you with the tools to navigate global markets, lead high-performing teams, and make informed decisions in fast-changing organisational environments.
Business today demands leaders who can think strategically, act decisively, and manage complexity with confidence. At the University of Aberdeen, Mumbai, you will explore the core disciplines of modern management, including economics, strategy, operations, marketing, leadership, and organisational change. The programme deepens your understanding of how businesses operate in a global context while sharpening your ability to solve real-world challenges, drive innovation, and lead with clarity.
At a glance
What you'll study
Reflecting the standards of the University of Aberdeen’s home campus in Scotland, the MBA integrates analytical thinking, leadership development, and practical business application.
The MBA at the University of Aberdeen, Mumbai, is a focused one-year programme combining strategic management training with hands-on experience in solving business problems.
- Semester 1
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Business Economics (15 credits) - BU5021 This course focuses on the economics of business allowing students to understand the economics that underlie a whole host of business issues. The course will cover the functioning of markets, consumer behaviour, pricing, production and costing problems, monopoly and the business implications of inflation, economic growth and economic policy. Accounting and Finance for Managers (15 credits) - BU5026 The fact that money (and understanding money) really matters in business and all managers need to understand issues like cashflow and profit might depress you, but it is true. Financial viability of customers? Deciding on the likely financial viability of a project? Reporting to shareholders about performance? Does the word “sustainable” appear in a finance dictionary? All questions we will try and address. Business Strategy (15 credits) - BU5048 Business Strategy covers a broad range of topics that come under the general heading of “Business Strategy” / “Strategic Management”. The course introduces participants to concepts, frameworks and models that are useful in providing explanations of how companies operate with respect to goal setting, understanding their competitive landscape, assessing opportunities, managing own capabilities, coordinating their activities with other companies, and competing to create value for customers. The course is interactive in nature, applying a learning-by-doing method involving students taking on roles as part of a series of simulation exercises. Operations and Project Management (15 credits) - BU5064 The focus of this course is not people but processes, not outside the organisation but within. Operations transform materials, information and customers to create goods and services using staff and facilities. We study process types and focus particularly on projects. We see how capacity and inventory reconcile demand and output and explore location, supply chains, quality, risk and resilience. About 40% of the course is on projects and project-management techniques. Prepare for both critical discussion of theory and application (operationalisation), including calculation. - Semester 2
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Strategic Marketing (15 credits) - BU5553 The course aims to provide participants with a critical understanding of the nature and articulation of the marketing function within modern organisations, and an appreciation of the relative contribution of specific marketing tools to the development of a market orientation.
On completion of the course students will be able to:
- Critique the key principles and concepts of marketing.
- Evaluate the role of marketing to modern organisations in private and public sectors.
- Understand the integration of the marketing function with other organisational functions.
- Assess the role of identified marketing techniques
The Leadership Challenge (15 credits) - BU5584 This course provides an opportunity to explore and develop an understanding of your own leadership behaviour. Through workshops, group activities and discussions we investigate how personality, past experience, current situations and culture shape the way each of us behave in a leadership role. Using this information as a starting point we then explore how different leadership theories and approaches can be used as frameworks for developing a deeper understanding of leadership behaviour. You will also have an opportunity to try out a range of practical tools and techniques to assist you in the development of your own approach to leadership. Managing Change (15 credits) - BU555A The concepts of change and innovation have never been more topical, especially given the commercial context of fierce business competition, shorter product life cycles and more demanding customers. Increasingly, long-term commercial success is based on an ability to manage change, to act creatively and to promote innovation; These processes interconnect and overlap and often present major challenges to modern organizations; We address these issues through providing detailed case illustrations ranging from the workplace to the wider business market. Learning is encouraged through interaction, reading, investigation, video and case analysis, and critical discussion. Issues in Corporate Governance and Ethics (15 credits) - BU552G Corporate governance has become one of the most significant challenges for organisations and for the managers who work within them. The reasons for this include high-profile corporate scandals, conflict of interests, manipulations of financial statements, ethical dilemmas, crises like the global financial crisis credit crunch or even pandemic, and a growing need to demonstrate corporate accountability, transparency and ethical practices. The “Issues in Corporate Governance and Ethics” course will deepen students understanding and stimulate critical thinking in these areas. Students will study and critique theory and practices of corporate governance models and ethics guidelines as well as its relation to boards, professional bodies (accounting/audit firms), investors and wider stakeholder groups. - Semester 3
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Business Venture Project (30 credits) - BU597G This course is for people who believe organisations operate in a constantly evolving world, where they are either introducing and / or being pulled along by change. Whether motivated to launch a start-up, be part of a team expanding an existing enterprise into a new market, or support the release of a new product line, we shall focus on developing the transferable skills and knowledge central to them all. Supply Chain Management (30 credits) - BU596L The Supply Chain Management course aims to provide a broad understanding of supply chain management and how it relates to logistics and different business operations. The course further enables students to solve a variety of complex supply chain problems, ultimately, optimising business performance interlinked with many operational aspects.
How you'll study
Learning methods
- Group Projects
- Individual Projects
- Lectures
- Peer Learning
- Research
- Tutorials
- Workshops
The MBA blends interactive teaching with practical engagement. You will work with peers and faculty to examine real business contexts, analyse organisational challenges, and deliver solutions informed by contemporary management practice. Teaching balances lectures, discussions, workshops, and collaborative tasks to strengthen your analytical, managerial, and communication abilities.
Assessment is conducted through coursework, examinations, presentations, and project submissions, with continuous feedback provided to support your development throughout the programme.
Why study an MBA?
- Gain a globally recognised qualification designed for career advancement, grounded in strategic leadership and practical management skills.
- Explore strategic, analytical, and operational dimensions of business while engaging with modern concepts such as disruptive thinking and emerging business models.
- Study at an EQUIS-accredited Business School ranked 15th in the UK for Business and Management (Guardian University Guide 2026), ensuring global credibility for your qualification.
- Learn from expert academics and industry professionals with experience in finance, corporate leadership, consulting, and organisational change.
- Study in Mumbai, India’s commercial hub, and gain exposure to a dynamic business ecosystem of multinational including MNCs and start-ups in high-growth sectors.
- Gain hands-on experience through the Business Venture Project, applying theory to real organisational challenges.
Interested in this programme?
Entry Requirements
Indian students:
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum overall score of 40%, and have a minimum of two years of post-degree work experience.
International students:
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, equivalent to at least a UK Third Class Honours degree, and have a minimum of two years of post-degree work experience.
All applicants (Indian and international) need to supply one satisfactory professional reference letter discussing your role, performance, and suitability for this programme. This can either be an employer reference or, if you are self-employed, a key partner (e.g., a key client, business partner, or adviser). This should be on a letterhead and may be emailed directly to us from the referee, or you can scan the original and send it to us.
Fees and Funding
Save ₹2000 on your application fee. Apply before 15 June 2026 with zero application fee.
Scholarships
The fee structure at the University of Aberdeen, Mumbai differs by programme and level of study. Detailed information on fees, inclusions, and payment options will be shared to help students and families plan with confidence.
The University of Aberdeen is committed to widening access and supporting students from all backgrounds. Scholarships will include need-based assistance for learners from low-income households and merit-based awards for high-achieving students. Notably, the Aberdeen Pioneer Scholarship offers a ₹2 lakh tuition fee waiver for each year of study. This scholarship will automatically apply to all eligible students enrolling in the September 2026 intake. Terms and conditions will apply.
Scholarships will include need-based assistance for learners from low-income households and merit-based awards for high-achieving students. Complete details of the fee structure and scholarships will be communicated during the admissions process.
Careers
An MBA from the University of Aberdeen, Mumbai, is a powerful gateway to senior leadership roles across industries. The programme equips you with the strategic perspective, analytical capability, and leadership skills needed to succeed in high-impact positions in India and internationally.
You will develop practical expertise in business economics, finance, project management, marketing, and organisational change, preparing you for senior management, consulting, operational leadership, and executive-level roles. Whether you aim to advance within your organisation, transition into a new sector, or lead a business venture, this qualification gives you the competence and confidence to progress.
Potential career paths include:
- Management Consultant
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- Business Strategy Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banking Associate
- Marketing Manager
- Supply Chain Manager
- HR Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Entrepreneur / Startup Founder
- General Manager
Accreditation
The University of Aberdeen is a globally recognised Scottish institution with a heritage dating back to 1495. The Business School holds prestigious EQUIS accreditation, placing it among a select group of leading business schools worldwide. Ranked 8th in the UK for Business and Management (Guardian University Guide 2025), it is known for excellence in teaching, research, and industry engagement.
All programmes at the Mumbai campus follow the same academic regulations, governance standards, and assessment processes as those in Scotland, ensuring you earn an identical UK degree awarded by the University of Aberdeen.