University of Bedfordshire

MBA Master of Business Administration Finance

University of Bedfordshire

Course overview

This full-time MBA with a specialisation in finance is designed to help professionals advance their careers by improving leadership and strategic management skills. The course is suitable for those passionate about finance, equipping them to manage organisational changes in a global business setting. 

The programme runs over three semesters, offering six entry points throughout the year and includes core units covering professional practice, resource management, and strategy, with specific finance modules focusing on business economics and strategic finance. 

In this course, students will benefit from access to a modern data lab with business analytics software and resources like the Harvard Business Review. Learning in this course involves guidance from experienced academic staff and industry experts, with opportunities for field trips and solving real-life business problems.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement. In this statement, they should discuss their reasons for applying for the course and provide other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

  • Applicants need a 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in a related subject area from a recognised higher education institution. 
  • The university also considers candidates with other relevant qualifications or appropriate management work experience of at least two years.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your primary language, you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the sections. 
  • The university also accepts equivalent English language qualifications such as TOEFL or PTE.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Scholarship

    The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.

    Up to £3,000

  • Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.

  • Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students

    Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

An MBA with a specialisation in Finance prepares graduates for significant roles across various sectors. Potential career paths include:

  • Financial Manager
  • Investment Banker
  • Corporate Financial Analyst
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Risk Manager

Cost of study

For international students, the standard fee for an MBA course up to 15 months for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £18,000.

Admission

You can apply for the MBA Master of Business Administration (Finance) course directly through the University of Bedfordshire's online application portal. You can speak to our trained counsellors for help.

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