Master of International Business Administration

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United Kingdom UK

90 Credits (ECTS)

IMBA

Step into global business with a high-impact program designed for professionals ready to lead across borders. The IMBA equips you with the strategic insight and practical skills needed to thrive in today’s dynamic, multicultural business environment. Through a focus on strategic decision-making and financial acumen, you'll develop the depth and agility needed to tackle complex global challenges and seize leadership roles in diverse international markets.

  • The 90 ECTS program is offered in partnership with Guglielmo Marconi University (GMU), Italy.
  • Triple Certification: IMBA from GMU, Italy, Extended Diploma in International Business and Strategy from Qualifications Scotland, UK, and a Certified Manager from CMI, UK (Optional).
  • GMU is accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education, aligned with the Bologna Process under EHEA, and recognized by NARIC.
  • Learners build cross-functional expertise, solve real-world business challenges, and graduate ready to lead with confidence in diverse global markets.
  • Whether managing multicultural teams or scaling international ventures, the IMBA equips you to take strategic decisions that drive long-term business impact.
  • One-year complimentary Affiliate Membership with CMI.
  • Option to attend the convocation in Italy.

Course Fee

Enroll in a 100% online course consisting of 8 modules and a dissertation. Opt for a pay-as-you-go scheme to learn without any financial burden.

Fastrack Plan

Registration Fees

$500 (To start with the course)

Course Fee

$4200 (To be paid on a Monthly basis, $420 Per Month, Total 10 Installments)

QS Diploma Fee

$300 (On completion of course modules)

Course Certification Fee

$1000 (To be paid upon successful completion of the program)

Total Fee

$6000

CMI Certification Fee

$300 (Optional)

Flexible Plan

Module Fee

$4600 (575 per Module, Total 8 Modules)

Dissertation Fee

$1000 (To be paid in 2 Installments of $500 each)

QS Diploma Fee

$300 (On completion of course modules)

Course Certification Fee

$1000 (To be paid upon successful completion of the program)

Total Fee

$6900

CMI Certification Fee

$300 (Optional)

Admission Requirement

Academic Route

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (or academic equivalent) in any subject.

Mature Entry Route

If you don’t have a Bachelor’s degree, you can apply through our mature entry route. You’ll need to provide evidence of 5 years (Minimum) of relevant managerial work experience, along with certificates of your highest diplomas/degrees/professional certifications and an updated resume. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please send these details to [email protected]. Applicants should be 23 years of age or above. Admission through the Mature Entry Route will be subject to the discretion of the UniAthena and the respective Awarding Bodies/Universities.

English Language Proficiency

If you are not a native speaker, you should have an appropriate English proficiency level, e.g. an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent in all bands or possess a bachelor’s degree delivered and assessed in English, or proof of work experience in an English-speaking environment.

Why UniAthena?

Flexible

At UniAthena, you are in charge of your learning! You get to decide the pace of your learning based on your financial and time availability. The learning structure is modular, ensuring pace, effectiveness and momentum of your learning journey. With this byte-sized learning format you get to learn anywhere, anytime.

Affordable

With UniAthena as your learning partner, you follow a ‘Pay as you Go Scheme’ for your program, that means no upfront bulk payment of your fee. Instead, your fee will be divided into small pocket-friendly installments distributed across your program.

Accredited & Globally Accepted

UniAthena has partnered with reputed Universities and Awarding bodies, all of which are fully accredited by governmental regulatory bodies in their respective countries. Universities are NARIC Approved and are part of European Higher education, Bologna process, making the programs recognised worldwide.

Stackable

Byte-sized learning formats ensure that each learning item carries tangible value in terms of learning outcome, which allows learners to stack or combine small units into higher education credits toward a degree or diploma. At any point of time during your course, you can claim a certificate/diploma based on the credits you have earned so far.

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Certifications

IMBA, Extended Diploma in International Business & Strategy, Certified Manager
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Awarding Body Accredited By

Ministry of Education, Italy
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Learning

Online

Course Fees

Fastrack Plan

(15 Months)

$6000

Flexible Plan

(12 - 24 Months)

$6900

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What You Get

You will be receiving the following certificates as specified below:

All certificate and transcript images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of respective Universities or Awarding Bodies.

100.00%

Students would Recommend this Course 

90.91%

Students Observed Improvement in Performance at Work 

What You Learn

Module 1

Strategic Leadership & HR Practices in Organisations

Strategic Leadership and HR Practices in Organisations

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module helps to learn the role of strategic HRM and leadership practices and their influence on the overall performance and competence of the organization.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 10 ECTS Credits

Module 2

Operations and Project Management

Operations and Project Management

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

The module provides an introduction to a broad range of operations and project management problems, tools, and knowledge that managers face in modern organizations.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 10 ECTS Credits

Module 3

Strategic Management

Strategic Management

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

The module develops skills for strategic thinking and analysis, leadership, communication, teamwork, and cross-functional integration.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 10 ECTS Credits

Module 4

Accounting for Next Generation Leaders

Accounting for Next Generation Leaders

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

The module covers analysis and interpretation of financial statements of contemporary firms, cost classification, investment appraisal and budgeting of an organisation.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 10 ECTS Credits

Module 5

International Marketing Management

International Marketing Management

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module demonstrates knowledge and understanding of contemporary theories and their applications in the research field of international marketing and management

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 10 ECTS Credits

Module 6

Sustainability and Business

Sustainability and Business

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module examines how organizations align with sustainability goals, addressing economic and social issues through CSR. It focuses on innovation, biodiversity, and closed-loop supply chains, while reviewing global sustainability challenges and opportunities.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 10 ECTS Credits

Module 7

Strategic Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Strategic Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module supports strategic decision-makers as well as operational managers to manage successful logistics across their business.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 10 ECTS Credits

Module 8

Research Methods

Research Methods

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module emphasizes research ethics, empowering learners to address ethical considerations and enable independent research using quantitative and qualitative techniques.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 8 ECTS Credits

Module 9

Research & Dissertation

Research and Dissertation

Duration: 3 - 6 Months

This module develops students' ability to undertake independent research, exploring complex business issues using appropriate methodologies, and equips them to apply research findings effectively within real-world organisational and managerial settings.

3 - 6 Months

Level: EQF Level 7

Credits: 12 ECTS Credits

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Partners of this Programme

Guglielmo Marconi University (GMU) is based in Rome, Italy and it is the first Italian Open University recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research (MIUR). It appears among the 25 top performers worldwide in the categories of the U-Multirank ranking system for open-access publications, international joint publications, and regional joint publications.


Qualifications Scotland, UK, is the executive public body of the Scottish government responsible for accrediting educational awards and is accredited by the UK government to offer educational qualifications. Being one of the four partner national organizations in the Curriculum for Excellence, QS’s designs and develops new qualifications and assessments validate qualifications, and reviews them to ensure they are up to date.  It has created the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).


Chartered Management Institute, backed by royal charter is the only Chartered body dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. CMI’s management qualifications are recognized throughout the UK and Europe and provide a progressive framework that enables one to develop and broaden management skills. Their qualifications are designed in consultation with employers to meet today's demands and therefore it is valued by them.


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We welcome the learners of UniAthena to our qualifications and wish them the very best on their future endeavours.

Prof. Alessandra Briganti

Guglielmo Marconi University, modelled around education and research, promotes innovative ICT-based educational methodologies, stimulating learners to develop high cognitive and practical competencies. The strong point of this educational system is the focus on the current educational demands required by the ever-changing working environment. By considering these developments, GMU offers learners high-quality market-oriented courses. We have been continuously growing our presence around the world through many strategic partnerships during past years and the Westford Education Group was the one of the major partnerships which has been very successful since 2015.

UniAthena is a new venture of Westford Education Group. A future-ready education solution, UniAthena utilizes the latest technology aimed at improving the learners experience. We are happy to have partnered for this new project and are eager to expand our partnership into different domains. The association with Westford Group has produced hundreds of graduates in past years and we look forward to enhancing the portfolio and providing accessibility to education around the world.

We welcome the learners of UniAthena to our qualifications and wish them the very best on their future endeavours.

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We believe in developing highest standard of education for all our students.

Dean

Dr. Rainer Masera

GMU Business School, Italy

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Admission Process

Please find below the detailed steps to be followed as a part of the admission process.

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Course Resources

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Why This Course ?

1

Global Business Mastery

Develop advanced expertise in strategic HR, finance, international marketing, operations, and sustainability, essential for thriving in international markets.

2

Real-World Application

Apply strategic tools and research insights to solve real business problems in global contexts, particularly through the dissertation project.

3

Globally Recognized Credentials

Earn an internationally respected MBA entirely online, with flexible learning and payment plans to suit your professional journey.

How You Learn ?

Engage with a scientifically developed learning pedagogy that ensures a quality and effective journey for the learners. Enjoy a seamless learning experience tailored to your level of expertise on the subject matter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learners wishing to be admitted to the MBA program should satisfy the following requirements:

1. Possess a Bachelor's degree   from an accredited university (or academic equivalent) in any subject.
2. Acceptable level of English.
If you are not a native speaker, you should have an appropriate English proficiency level, e.g. an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent in all bands or possess a Bachelor's degree delivered and assessed in English, or proof of work experience in an English-speaking environment.
3. Applicants without a Bachelor's degree can apply through our mature entry route. Applicants will need to provide evidence of 5 years (Minimum) of relevant managerial work experience, along with certificates of your highest diplomas/degrees/professional certifications and an updated resume.
4. Applicants admitted to the program via the Mature Entry Route are required to obtain their Postgraduate Diploma Certificates as a mandatory step.

All applicants are required to upload the following documents in order to be eligible for admission:

1. Proof of having earned a Bachelor's Degree - such as a Degree Certificate. If the documents are not in English, official translations should be submitted.
2. The final transcript of the Bachelor's Degree.
3. A copy of the government-issued photo identity card.
4. Applicants without a Bachelor's degree can apply through our mature entry route. Applicants will need to provide evidence of 5 years (Minimum) of relevant managerial work experience, along with certificates of your highest diplomas/degrees/professional certifications and an updated resume.

Follow these steps to formally enroll into the IMBA program by GMU:

1. Register on UniAthena for a free 7-day trial.
2. Upload all the documents as required under the 'Eligibility Criteria' to the learning portal by clicking on 'Enroll Now' on the learning dashboard.
3. The academic panel will then review your documents and if found to be eligible, send you an 'Admission Offer Letter'.
4. On receiving the 'Admission Offer Letter', you can start your payment.
5. You will be given access to subsequent module content only after completing the previous module.
Once your payment is confirmed, you will be sent an official 'Admission Letter' along with a receipt for the amount paid. You will also get access to the Assignment related documents in the 'Project Details' section.

If you are unsure about your eligibility or if you do not have a Bachelor's degree, then contact us at [email protected] and attach the relevant documents to your email. You won't be asked to make a payment until we determine you are eligible to be admitted.

Once you register for the course, you will have access to the learning resources of the first module (or "course" in the American system) where you can access the learning materials and the e-library. Your access to these learning resources will end after 7 days of registration and you will need to enroll for the program. In order to be eligible for admission, you must upload all the eligibility-related documents on the learning portal and subsequently must have received an 'Offer of Admission' letter.

Flexible Learning: This learning route provides more flexibility in terms of course completion time which is ideal for working professionals with prior commitments. It also eliminates monthly financial obligations for learning and allows learners to progress at their pace.

Fast-track learning: This route is preferred by individuals looking for shorter duration for course completion and are willing to dedicate substantial time to studies. It is ideal for quick career advancement and features fixed monthly payments that offer substantial saving on the module fees.

We have two different payment methods fast-track and flexible plans. Both  are meticulously designed to provide learners with seamless and convenient learning experience according to their budget plans. The fast-track plan comes with monthly payment options, propelling learners to fast-forward their learning journeys and offering substantial savings on module fees. It will serve as an ideal choice for those seeking to optimize both their time and budget. In contrast, the flexible plan is tailored to work around the hectic schedules of professionals, enabling them to progress and eliminate monthly financial obligations.

Yes, the Fast Track payment plans include Course Extension Charges as follows:

1. Course Extension for 3 months: USD 250
2. Course Extension for 6 months: USD 500
3. Course Extension for 9 months: USD 750
4. Course Extension for 12 months: USD 1000


Please note:

  • You can extend in phases of 3 months each by paying USD 250 every time (i.e., every 3 months extension will be charged at USD 250).
  • The minimum extension period is 3 months, meaning you must pay a minimum of USD 250 for a 3-month extension, even if you finish in less than 3 months.

Yes, learners have the option to switch from one plan to the other during their learning journey. However, a course plan switch fee of USD 300 will be applicable.

After enrolling in a particular program or receiving the admission letter, we are unable to offer refunds as per our policy. However, prior to enrollment, all learners have the option to utilize the free trial period, which lasts between 3 to 7 days.

The Referral Policy is a UniAthena initiative to make our programs more  affordable to the learners. Learners can  share programs with  friends, family or even peers. If the Invitee enrolls for the suggested program, the next module is made free of charge.

Yes. Students may request a course transfer by submitting an application to the Academic Department. Upon approval, the transfer will be processed. A USD 300 course transfer fee applies for programs such as MBA, Master’s, Bachelor’s, and DBA, while a USD 100 transfer fee applies for transfers between Microcredit courses.

The core resources of the program are video classes and related reading materials. The video lessons and reading materials will provide you with adequate knowledge to understand the module content.

Additionally, you will also be learning from webinars, online library, additional learning materials, and case studies curated by faculty.

Yes, whenever a learner joins, she/he will be assigned a Personal Tutor, whom the learners can reach out for any academic assistance. For any non-academic assistance, learners can reach out to the learners Experience Officer ([email protected]).

All exempted modules will be marked as “Pass” or 50% grade. No merit or distinction grades will be granted for the exempted modules.

There are no written exams for this program. All modules follow a Summative assessment method, where you will have to complete module-wise assignments. You can access the assignments under the "Project Details" section in the learning portal. Assignments allow only one submission, and once submitted, no changes can be made.

After you submit the assignments, the faculty will evaluate and provide feedback, including results (your grade), within 7 days of your submission. If you fail, you will receive detailed feedback explaining the reasons for the failure. You will need to revise your work based on the assessor’s comments and resubmit the assignment within 7 days of receiving your results. There are no additional fees for resubmission.

If you do not resubmit the assignment within 60 days, you may request an extension for resubmission by paying an extension fee. If you fail again on your resubmission, you may apply for a retake by paying a retake fee.

Module No

Module Type

Module Name

ECTS Equivalent

Part A

1

  Core

Strategic Leadership and HR Practices in Organisations

10

2

  Core

Operations and Project Management

10

3

  Core

Strategic Management

10

4

  Core

Accounting for Next Generation Leaders

10

5

Core

International Marketing Management

10

6

Core

Sustainability and Business

10

7

Core

Strategic Supply Chain and Logistics Management

10

Part B

1

  Core

Research Methods

8

2

  Core

Research & Dissertation

12

  

Total Credits

90

Once you move to the dissertation (thesis) stage, you will be assigned a Research Supervisor who will support you through the Dissertation. The Guide normally has 3 meetings with the learners: first introductory meeting, then a second review and lastly, a final review.

Once you complete the final dissertation, then you may be called for a "viva" to defend your dissertation depending on the decision of the Research Committee. The result will be published within 30 days of submission of the dissertation; if you fail the dissertation, then you will have an opportunity to resubmit the work as per the feedback provided by the Research Committee and the corrected work should be submitted within 30 days of publishing the results.

If you fail on your resubmission, then you may have to pay the dissertation fee again and you will need to start over on a new project.

Once you have enrolled for the dissertation, you need to submit the final work within 3-6 months of enrollment. In case of failure of submission, an extension fee will be applicable.

Note:

The final viva will be scheduled once the learner successfully completes the full payment for the chosen course.

You can complete this MBA Program from a minimum of 12 months to a maximum of 24 months, based on your pace, time, and financial availability.

A module can be completed in a minimum of 21 days. The maximum duration is 45 days for a fixed schedule and 60 days for a flexible schedule.

Yes, the Master of International Business Administration is awarded by Guglielmo Marconi University University approved by Ministry of Education, Italy. Hence it is globally accepted. However, different countries have different requirements, so they may enforce their own regulations.

This program is awarded by Guglielmo Marconi University (GMU), Italy which is accredited by the Ministry of Education, Italy.  Besides, GMU is part of the Bologna process of European Union and is a NARIC approved university ensuring international recognition.

Under any unforeseen circumstances, if you want to withdraw from the program, you may apply for an Early Exit Award. Based on the credits earned and modules completed, you might receive a credit statement or a diploma, or an extended diploma by paying the certification fee. You will be able to resume the course at a later date by re-enrolling and may resume from where you stopped, depending on the availability of that particular course at the time of re-enrollment.

Successful learners will be able to attend the annual graduation ceremony conducted in Italy. GMU will provide an invitation letter to all such learners which can be used for processing your visa for this purpose.

On successful completion of all the modules and capstone project, learners can claim for a certificate by making the payment for certification fees. Upon claiming the certificate, it will take a maximum of 3 months for the student to receive the certificate from the awarding body.
Extra Courier charges of $50 has to be paid for receiving the hardcopy of the certificate.

GMU certificates are typically issued within 90 to 120 days from the date of course completion.

Contact [email protected] for assistance regarding delays.