Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship - Business Administration, BSc Hons
Elevate and enhance your career and leadership metrics, engaging with blended learning, with our CMDA programme and Business Administration degree.
The CMDA will position learners to become effective managers aware of global issues that impact both local and global businesses, such as climate change, sustainability, or equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). It has been purposely designed to embed ethical, environmental, social, and good governance themes (ESG) and an understanding of global corporate citizenship. Modules are underpinned by the general ethos of Education for Sustainable Development (SD) and the United Nations SDGs are part of what is taught in the programme. Overall, learners are encouraged to critically assess global trends in management and innovation and understand social, economic and political forces which impact on organisations.
The CMDA has been designed to develop learners’ intellectual and professional skills as outstanding leaders and managers. The programme gives the fundamentals of management in real-world business contexts and develops skills in leadership and strategy, financial and risk management, marketing, people management, data analytics, entrepreneurship, innovation and business ethics. It does so in a way that fosters inclusivity, strategic clarity, innovative capacity, sustainable growth, and systems thinking to overcome the grand challenges of our time. It finally enables learners to critically assess the latest trends and management and innovation and understand social, economic and political forces which impact on business and organisations. The programme has a significant focus on embracing, implementing, and sustaining change in corporate culture. The programme design and delivery are aligned to enhance professional awareness of good corporate citizenship, their impact and importance of continuous learning and development.
UCAS points
96 (full requirements below)
Course/institution codes
N100
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Duration
3 years part-time
Start month
September; January; April
Fees information
For fee information related to this course, please see fees section below
What you should know about this course
* The Department for Education has indicated that it intends to raise the Home tuition fee limit from £9,250 to £9,535 for 2025/26.
What you will study
About the course team
We are an experienced team of academics and industry professionals. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.
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Entry requirements
- At least 1 year post-qualification work experience in a managerial role.
- 96 UCAS Tariff points.
- In addition, you will need: GCSEs with requisite core subjects as Maths and English or equivalent as a minimum.
- International students will need to provide evidence of having achieved a satisfactory test result in an English qualification. The minimum standard expected from accepted courses are as follows: IELTS – 6.5, TOEFL – 100, Pearson PTE Academic- 68, Cambridge English Scale – 190, Cambridge English: Advanced – A, Cambridge English: Proficiency – B.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.
How you will learn
Teaching
Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.
You can view more information about how each module is taught within our 'What you will study' section.
Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.
Class sizes
Lectures usually take on a larger group format, and seminars/tutorials by smaller groups. All students will have opportunities for one-to-one time with their mentors.
Independent learning
Outside of timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate self-study time (around 20-30 hours per week) to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams.
You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research.
Overall workload
Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, assessments, and field trips. Each credit equates to around 10 hours of study. Contact hours may vary depending on your modules.
In addition, during the week you can also:
- Attend additional support classes in some modules
- Attend guest lectures from industry experts
- Take part in employability and enterprise workshops
- Join student societies.
Assessment
You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.
Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
Feedback summary
We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please use our contact form.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home* | N/A | TBC | N/A |
University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.
(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).
* The Department for Education has indicated that it intends to raise the Home tuition fee limit from £9,250 to £9,535 for 2025/26.
Home tuition fee limits: Find out more
Other costs
Further costs may include (but are not limited to):
- Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software. Our Stockwell Street library offers a extensive range of books for loan, as well as access to journals and digital resources.
- Field Trips: If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their travel costs.
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
The Greenwich Bursary
This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
EU Bursary
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
Financial support
We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
Careers and placements
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Graduates from this degree may pursue opportunities in management, leadership, strategy, project management, human resource management, operations and logistics, advertising and marketing, and finance.
Are internships available?
The University’s Employability Team may advertise internship opportunities which are made available to the University and which the team feel are appropriate for University of Greenwich students. Internships are usually shorter opportunities ranging from 5 working days to 6 months and may be part-time or full-time. Depending on the nature and duration of the internship it may be something that can be done alongside study or it may be something that can only be done over the summer. If your internship is eligible, you can receive a Certificate of Industrial Studies.
Do you provide employability services?
Yes - Our Employability Service is here to bring you one step closer to your dream career through 1-2-1 guidance, flagship events and workshops, job opportunities, mentoring and more. Their service is free and tailored to ensure you have access to the best career opportunities. Find out more at: https://www.gre.ac.uk/careers
Accommodation
Greenwich
Living in halls of residence is a great way to make new friends and get into the social side of university life. With four great locations, all minutes away from the campus and the centre of historic Greenwich , you will be at the heart of one of the most beautiful university settings in the UK.
Rooms start at £146.30/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-campus gym and 24-hour security - and just a 10-minute train journey to central London. Students based at our Greenwich campus can also choose to live the Student Village at Avery Hill, which is only a short ride on our free shuttle bus.
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
Access study skills support through your academic tutor, our subject librarians and our online academic skills centre.
Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.
We also offer a range of activities to support you throughout your studies during GRE Fest, which includes several workshops that support our students and provide useful information.
All students will also be assigned an academic tutor as the first point of contact for any academic queries.
Support from the department
At Greenwich Business School, you can access comprehensive support through our dedicated teams. The GBS Student Support team handles course-related matters via the Digital Student Centre.
Our Faculty Student Advisors (FSAs) provide pastoral and welfare support to first-year students.
Interested in starting your own business? Our Generator Team helps students start and grow businesses, The Generator also runs the Enterprise Challenge and #GreHacks competition annually.
Visit our student helpdesk in Queen Mary Building (Room 240) Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, for in-person assistance.
Do you provide employability services?
Yes - Our Employability Service is here to bring you one step closer to your dream career through 1-2-1 guidance, flagship events and workshops, job opportunities, mentoring and more. Their service is free and tailored to ensure you have access to the best career opportunities. Find out more at: https://www.gre.ac.uk/careers
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