The MA / MSc in Professional Studies is a Top-Up Master’s Degree course to our Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management(worth 120 credits), which provides students with the additional 60 credits of the 180 credits required to achieve a complete Master's Degree.
This Top-Up Master's Degree course is designed to boost your career prospects by studying for a professional studies Master's degree alongside your current work.
Whether you're currently in a career which covers a breadth of subjects or you want to develop a range of transferable skills for your future career aspirations, our MA/MSc in Professional Studies course, wherein a majority of your learning will be art-based (for MA) and science-based (for MSc) can help you fulfil your professional and personal development ambitions.
Because the course is work-based, you need to already be in a full-time, part-time or voluntary role. If you don't have an undergraduate degree, you could still do this postgraduate course if you have several years experience in a responsible position or you have high-level skills through experience that isn't reflected in your qualifications.
You can tailor the course to match your professional and personal aspirations and your employer's objectives. The way you learn is flexible, so you can study wherever is most convenient for you and schedule your studies around your existing commitments.
You'll get to put the skills you learn to work instantly in your job, contributing to the success of your company. When you complete the course, you'll improve your career prospects and have the skills and knowledge to perform more effectively in your job.
LIBT Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which means you can apply for Chartered Manager through Fast-track status on completion of your studies. The students will also receive a CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practise.
Teaching methods
Online learning offers flexibility, allowing you to study at your own pace and convenience, whether at home or on the go, as long as you have internet access.Our courses are delivered via a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), ensuring you have 24/7 access to study materials. These include:
Assessments
Assessment methods vary depending on the course, but most modules are evaluated through an assignment at the end of the module. These assignments may include written reports, reflective journals, live presentations, or other types of submissions depending on the course requirements.
We are committed to providing clear and timely feedback. You will always be aware of your current provisional grade through our transparent grading system, accessible at any time via the learning platform. Additionally, we offer a 7-day turnaround for marking and feedback. Regular support from both academic staff and the Student Support team is also available to help address any concerns throughout the assessment process.
Online learning experience
Your learning experience will be fully supported by high-quality materials and resources, all delivered through our advanced Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). You'll engage in a combination of directed and self-directed learning, as well as assessments, to build your knowledge and skills.
Directed learning includes tutor-led discussions, live seminars, interactive exercises, and multimedia content such as videos and lecturecasts. You’ll also have the opportunity to book appointments with tutors during their office hours.
Self-directed learning involves independent research, wider reading, and further exploration of the subject area to enhance your understanding.
In addition, you'll spend time preparing and completing assignments that contribute to your overall assessment. Typically, you should dedicate 15-20 hours per module, per week to stay on track.
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Entry to MA / MSc Professional Studies Final Year (top-up)
Assessment is through coursework.
This course isn't tied to the University's timetables or academic calendar. Learners can work & complete the course at his/her own pace.
Recognition of Prior Learning is the recognition of non-certified learning towards a full unit or a qualification. You are able to gain credits using your previous regulated or unregulated qualifications or work experience. You can submit your CV for an evaluation of the RPL eligibility here.
Recognition of Prior Learning is the recognition of non-certified learning towards a full unit or a qualification. You are able to gain credits using your previous regulated or unregulated qualifications or work experience. You can submit your CV and supporting documents for an evaluation.
The academic courses at the London Institute of Business & Technology are delivered using a "Blended Learning" format, which allows students to pursue their desired qualifications at their own pace. Our feature-rich Learning Management System provides easy access to Virtual Class recordings, textbooks, multimedia content, and other resources, as well as unlimited on-demand tutoring free of charge. Our tutors can be reached via email, phone, Google Meet, or any other preferred channel of your choice.
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The corporate discount is applicable only when the company covers the payment, and it must be paid in full upfront.
Our course fees are all-inclusive, covering all teaching materials and required reading, with no additional charges for assessments or resits.
All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence.
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You are eligible if you meet our stipulated entry requirements.
There is no interview process.
Students who do not meet the entry requirements to enrol to the MA / MSc Professional Studies Top-up (Work-based) degree can complete the following diploma:
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To achieve a complete MA / MSc in Professional Studies Degree, you need to accumulate 60 credits in addition to the 120 credits accumulated from our Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management, which can also include in-service training courses and qualifications as well as learning from on-the-job experience.
You can accumulate these additional 60 credits in two ways:
Work-based learning (WBL) projects
Most of your learning will come from work-based learning (WBL) projects. These are projects that are valuable to your employer, which you complete at work.
These WBL projects won’t involve activities you do in your day-to-day job as they need to involve new learning for you. You’ll do most of the work for these projects in your normal working hours.
Taught modules
You can study distance learning modules to expand your knowledge and understanding or to develop new skills in a more structured way.
Modules that previous students have studied include Strategic Organisational Excellence, Leadership Skills and Management, Resourcing, Learning, and Talent.
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.
Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry.