Master of Business Administration

This course fully equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to run a successful business. It provides in-depth understanding of business and management essentials, covering areas like marketing, people management, risk management, and financial proficiency. 

This programme offers students the opportunity to specialise in subject areas that align with their career and business goals. Some of these pathways (areas) are MBA: Human Resources, Digital Marketing, Healthcare, and Artificial Intelligence. 

During this course, students will learn through a blended method of reading, reflective writing, discussions, and live enterprise projects. The learning method emphasises a participative and experimental approach, which allows students to learn from each other and the teaching staff.

The University of Hertfordshire was founded in 1952 in Hatfield and officially recognized as a university in 1992. Over the years, it has consistently ranked high among the best universities in the UK. Presently, it offers a wide range of programmes (undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels) in Business, Computing, Engineering, Sciences, Arts, Humanities, and Education.  

The university has accreditations from professional bodies such as the Chartered Management Institute, the British Psychological Society, and the Institute of Engineering and Technology. The University of Hertfordshire is known for its strong academic standards. This contributes to its high rank for student satisfaction and graduate employability, among others.

The university is home to around 25,000 students, to whom it offers comfortable accommodations in multiple residences. The combination of its modern facilities, industry links, and a hands-on learning approach makes the University of Hertfordshire remain a top choice for higher education.

These are the standard entry requirements to study a Master of Business Administration degree at the University of Hertfordshire:

Grade Requirements

All applicants must have an honours degree (at least 2:2 or equivalent) in any discipline or a degree equivalent professional qualification. Applicants with appropriate work experience will also be considered.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) for a Master of Business Administration degree at the University of Hertfordshire is £18,800 per year of study.

The University of Hertfordshire provides financial support and acknowledgement to exceptional students through various discounts, bursaries, and scholarships.

An example is the Global Scholarship. Awarded to new and self-funded international students studying full-time for at least 2 semesters, it is a first-year tuition fee waiver valued at £1,500.

With a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Hertfordshire, graduates are fully equipped to pursue a career as:

• Business Consultants  
• Marketing Managers  
• Financial Analysts  
• Operations Managers  
• Human Resources Managers  
• Project Managers

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.