Mini MBA
in Strategic Operational Leadership for Schools and Trusts
ISBL member rate: £3,780 (inc. VAT)
Non-member rate: £4,488 (inc. VAT)
Next start date: Induction – 1st October 2025
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Flexible, fully online delivery
Study around your life with our mini MBA, available 100% online with live, interactive cohorts.
Leadership that drives productivity
The mini MBA in Strategic Operational Leadership for Schools and Trusts is designed for current and aspiring strategic leaders.
This innovative programme is underpinned by the ISBL Professional Standards and Operational Excellence in Education framework, it combines post-graduate-level frameworks with practical application so you can apply your learning immediately.
You'll study targeted units on strategy, organisation design, change and quality management, completing a variety of assessments to embed your learning.
Our expert tutors will provide guidance and support throughout your studies, and this programme will help drive measurable improvements in operational efficiency in your school or trust.
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Why study an ISBL qualification with MOL?
This programme blends ISBL’s specialist sector insight with MOL’s practical delivery: short, cohort-based online learning, expert tutors and workplace assessment.
Joint MOL/ISBL certification for Mini MBA programme
CMI Level 7 Award for successful completion of Unit 1 – Strategic Leadership
Fully online with live, interactive cohorts
Approximately 12 months in duration
What will I study during the course?
You’ll be developing the skills to lead strategically, inspire teams, drive change, and deliver lasting impact in schools and trusts.
Unit 1
Strategic Leadership
Gain a deep understanding of strategic leadership in schools and trusts, exploring theories, behaviours, and skills to address complex challenges and deliver sustainable goals.
Unit 2
Leading and Developing People
Learn how to lead and develop people effectively, using leadership theories, culture, policies, and strategies to inspire and shape professional practice.
Unit 3
Leading Strategic Change in Schools and Trusts
Develop the skills to lead strategic change with confidence, applying analytical techniques, change models, and creative problem-solving.
Unit 4
Organisational Design and Development
Understand how organisational design and development drive strategic objectives, and learn to create agile, sustainable structures that meet evolving needs.
Unit 5
Strategic Project Management
Plan and deliver your own strategic project, from developing a business case to applying project management tools and evaluating outcomes.
Unit 6
Leading Quality Management in Schools and Trusts
Explore how effective quality management builds trust, meets stakeholder needs, and drives organisational success through planning and leadership.
How will I learn?
You’ll access your course content on our Virtual Learning Environment, which houses expertly created and curated resources to guide you through your course.
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