MBA – Pre Masters Programme   Fast Facts about the Programme   What is the Pre-Masters Programme? The Pre-Masters Programme prepares students for entry into the 'MBA' Taught Master programmes at Anglia Ruskin University. Students who have a recognised undergraduate qualification or at least 15 years of education, but whose academic and English language are marginally below that required for direct entry into university are eligible to apply.

Why should I do a Pre-Masters programme?

The Pre-Masters programme at CRIC provides students with full preparation for a Masters programme. We aim to provide you with the skills in writing, reading, listening and speaking that you need to undertake a Masters Degree programme successfully.
You will also be provided with a solid academic background tailored to the Masters programme you wish to study which will be delivered over three modules.

A specific module known as the Integrated Communication and Learning Skills (ICLS) module is offered in every programme which provides students with study skills and language competency across a wide range of areas including, written papers, group work, public speaking, technology assisted presentations, university level referencing and debating.
The remaining three modules will cover the key academic areas of the particular Masters programme to provide students the academic foundation they require to ensure a smooth transition into university studies at a postgraduate level.
What will be taught?

Student will study four modules. The first being the ICLS module along with three additional academic modules. These academic modules ensures that students from a wide variety of educational backgrounds are provided with an academic foundation in the area of their chosen Master degree.

In the Pre-MBA the three modules will cover the following academic areas at an introductory level:

• Organisational Behaviour & Management
• Financial Analysis
• Research Methods

The assessment for the various modules will be through regular tests, assignments and a dissertation. Most modules will also have a final two hour exam.

How long is the Pre-Masters Programme

Unlike other Pre-Masters programs which range from half a year to a year, CRIC’s programme is 12 weeks in duration.

Is there an English language component – if so that it will improve my English?

The Integrated Communication and Learning Skills (ICLS) module is offered in every programme which provides students with language competency across a wide range of areas including, written papers, group work, public speaking, technology assisted presentations, university level referencing and debating.

This module will improve your essay writing, communication, and presentation skills, which are key areas that a student needs to be comfortable with to succeed in their chosen Masters degree.

CRIC’s Pre-Masters programme does expect students to have an English language level of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If student has an English level lower than this CRIC will offer English Language training in line with the students requirements.

If I have been out of academia for a while, will a Pre-Masters help me before I undertake a masters?

Certainly – you would be perfectly suited to this type of programme.

If Yes, how will it help me?

The Pre-Masters Programme will help you in a number of ways:

• Assist you in making a transition from a non academic environment to a classroom setting, through small class sizes (10 – 15 students) and extra academic support.

• Provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the British education system such as essay writing skills, referencing skills, group work and presentation skills.

• Gives you the academic background which ensures you do not have difficulties when studying classes at a Masters level.
• Provides you with extra welfare support to ensure that you are able to easily fit into a new and exciting way of life in the UK.

MBA - Benefits to you
The MBA programme creates more effective managers, who are better equipped to lead the organisation into the changing business environment of the 21st century. The programme content includes the latest thinking and research on management at strategic level. The programme includes participants from a wide range of business and service backgrounds, providing an excellent pool of experience and expertise from which to learn.
MBA - Benefits to your organisation

The MBA has a strong emphasis on transferring your learning to the organisation through work-based assignments. The MBA will develop your key competencies including leadership, decision making, managing across cultures, organisational transformation and innovation. It will equip you to handle complex organisational issues across a wide range of management disciplines.