MBA Master of Business Administration
Course overview
The MBA programme at the University of Surrey is a one-year, full-time course for professionals who want to move into leadership positions. It covers strategy, finance, marketing, and operations. You can also specialise in topics such as starting your own business, advanced data analysis for smart business solutions, or leadership in the hospitality sector.
The course merges academic learning with practical experience. This includes connecting with the industry through talks from guest speakers, networking events, and business exercises. Surrey's Career Accelerator also helps students develop the right approach and skills for leadership roles.
Learning is delivered through lectures, group work, and projects. Assessments for the course involve coursework, presentations, and practical assignments that mirror real-world business challenges.
Entry requirements
International students need at least three years of postgraduate work experience, with some time spent in a management role.
Grade Requirements
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Candidates need a minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree or a recognised equivalent international qualification.
English Proficiency
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Applicants need an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0.
Scholarships
Discounts for Surrey Graduates
As graduate of Surrey you may be eligible for a 20 per cent discount on our taught masters programme fees.
Up to 20% of feesEarly Payment Discount
The discount is awarded as a £2,000 fee waiver for eligible students in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000ICAEW Foundation Bursary
The ICAEW Foundation Bursary will be given as a one-off payment of £5,000 for one year of postgraduate study.
Up to £5,000International Alumni Discount for Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS
The discount of 20% only applies to the first year of the Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS programme.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Excellence Award (Postgraduate)
This prestigious £5,000 award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to selected students starting a masters degree at Surrey.
Up to £5,000ISTAT Foundation Scholarship Program
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Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Eastern Europe Bridge Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Employer Partnership Scholarship
This scholarship allows the Surrey MBA to match employer contributions towards the tuition fee up to 40%.
Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Women in Leadership
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10 – 50% of the tuition fee.
Career opportunities
Graduates who complete the MBA from the University of Surrey are prepared for many professional roles, including:
- Business Consultant
- Marketing Director
- Operations Manager
- Finance Manager
- Entrepreneur / Start-up Founder
- Project Manager
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students undertaking the MBA at the University of Surrey is £30,200 in the 2025/26 academic year.
Admission
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