Can I work and study the MBA Degree (Top-Up) at the same time?
Yes, the MBA Degree (Top-Up) offers flexible online learning that fits around your schedule, allowing you to balance work and study.
Everything you need to decide — on one page
Direct answer
Yes, the MBA Degree (Top-Up) offers flexible online learning that fits around your schedule, allowing you to balance work and study.
Why this matters now
Strategy and leadership credentials remain a common accelerator for mid-career professionals moving into general management or director-track roles.
- Boards and hiring panels still use formal study as a signal of analytical and people-leadership readiness.
- Applied assignments beat pure theory when you need to show impact in performance reviews.
- Online postgraduate-style pathways let you keep earning while you build the credential.
*Sector context for applicants — illustrative industry framing, not a live news feed.*
What this means for you
If "Can I work and study the MBA Degree (Top-Up) at the same time?" is shaping your shortlist, use the points below to decide whether the MBA Degree (Top-Up) is the right next move.
- Plan your weekly study around the published duration for the MBA Degree (Top-Up) so completion feels realistic.
- Online delivery suits careers that cannot pause for campus study — materials and assessments stay in the LSBR portal.
- Skim the module list above — if two or more units excite you, the MBA Degree (Top-Up) is usually a strong fit.
Programme snapshot
The MBA Degree (Top-Up) is delivered online by LSBR and awarded through UK Public University. Learn through the learner portal, submit assessments online, and progress toward a UK-recognised outcome without relocating.
- Duration: 6 Months
- Level: UK-recognised qualification
- Credits: 60
- Awarding body: UK Public University
- Delivery: 100% online via LSBR
What you will study
Core modules and themes from the MBA Degree (Top-Up):
- Dissertation Research Project — The MBA (Top up) builds on the knowledge and skills you have obtained in your postgraduate Level 7 Diploma, and allows you to top up your existing qualification to a full MBA. The Diploma accounts for 120 credits and the remaining 60 credits required are obtained through the completion of the dissertation module.
Career prospects and salaries
Learners on pathways like the MBA Degree (Top-Up) typically aim at strategy & leadership roles. Leadership credentials often correlate with moves into broader P&L and people-management packages in the UK private sector.
Roles often in view:
- Team Leader / Project Lead
- Operations Manager
- Business Unit Manager
- Strategy / Transformation Manager
- Director / Head of Department
Prospects highlighted for this programme:
- Upon completing the MBA Degree (Top-Up) , you can unlock a wide range of exciting career opportunities that span various industries and sectors. This prestigious qualification, awarded by the UK Public University , is highly regarded by employers globally. With a strong focus on practical skills and knowledge, the MBA Degree (Top-Up) prepares you for senior roles that require strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving expertise.
- Manager and Team Leader positions in multinational corporations, startups, and small businesses
- Analyst and Consultant roles in management consulting firms, financial institutions, and government agencies
- Director and Head of Department positions in various industries, including finance, marketing, and human resources
- Entrepreneur and Business Owner opportunities, enabling you to start your own business or take your existing venture to the next level
- Strategic Advisor and Change Management Specialist roles, helping organisations navigate complex transformations and drive growth
- Project Manager and Operations Manager positions, overseeing projects and teams in diverse sectors
- Executive Coach and Mentor roles, guiding senior professionals and organisations to achieve their goals and improve performance
Indicative UK salary band today: £38,000 – £110,000 (mid-point used in the chart: £62,000). Actual offers vary by experience, city, employer and negotiation.
The bar chart below shows an illustrative strategy & leadership mid-salary trend over the past five years (sector estimate for applicants — not a personal earnings guarantee):
Entry and fit
Check you are a strong match before you apply:
- For entry onto the Master in Business Administration (MBA) degree Top-up, learners must possess:
- Significant work experience in a business or management capacity, AND
- Level 7 (Postgraduate) qualification with at least 120 credits in relevant subject, awarded by a recognised UK awarding organisation. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. When applying you must include a reference from your current employer, clearly stating how long you have been employed and give a breakdown of your job content and roles and responsibilities. Please contact Admissions Team for the Mapping Service of your existing qualification
Investment and value
Full programme fee: £4,850. Begin with an application fee of £25 — then continue enrolment once accepted.
- Flexible payment plans may be available after acceptance — confirm options at checkout.
- 100% online delivery — no relocation or campus commuting costs.
- UK-recognised award pathway through UK Public University.
- Study around work with portal-based assessments.
Enrol in 3 steps
- Apply online — open enrolment for the MBA Degree (Top-Up) and complete your details.
- Pay the £25 application fee — reserves your application and unlocks the next steps.
- Upload documents and start — once accepted, access the learner portal and begin your modules.
Everything you need to decide is on this page — when you are ready, enrol above or use the application button at the bottom.
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