Next start: February 2027. Apply by Friday 8 January.
Next start: February 2027. Apply by Friday 8 January.
Postgraduate · MBA

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Awarded by Birkbeck, University of London. A practical, one-year MBA for leaders ready to master strategy and sustainability, backed by two CMI Level 7 qualifications.

1-Year
in-person, London
£12,000
full time — funding available
£7,000
with scholarship, if eligible
Feb · Jun · Oct 2027
available intakes
OVERVIEW

What's it like studying business management

Awarded by Birkbeck, University of London. A practical, one-year MBA for leaders ready to master strategy and sustainability, backed by two CMI Level 7 qualifications.

"I really like the modules on my course because you can apply what you learn to your personal life. My course helped me to reflect on how I used to do things, you realise that there is a better way. Now I feel like I have the confidence to put what I'm learning in to practice. Another thing that is great about this course is that all the teachers are experienced in what they are teaching. It's not just reading books and theory, but you can actually learn how it applies to real life."

Abrahan Alejandro Burgos Ayala · MBA Student
Course Options

Course details

1 year, full-time, in-person at our Central London campus.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

1-Year Full-Time

Duration
1 year
Entry
A first or second-class honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university, or an equivalent qualification, plus significant work experience since graduating and/or at least 2 years' relevant managerial or supervisory experience. Or Ofqual-accredited qualifications in any subject at Levels 4, 5 and 6 (a Pass, with 120 credits at each level). If you apply with these qualifications, you'll be invited to an online academic interview. If you don't have 2 years' work experience, you may be eligible for our MSc Management course.

A practical, one-year MBA for leaders ready to master strategy and sustainability, backed by two CMI Level 7 qualifications.

ASSESSMENT

How we will assess you

You'll be assessed through a range of methods designed to develop and demonstrate your knowledge of management, leadership and business practice. Assessment methods vary across modules and are designed to be clear, fair and transparent. Assessments may include:

  • Individual presentations
  • Business problem-solving questions
  • Case studies
  • Essays and reports
  • Portfolios
  • Reflective learning papers
  • Time-constrained assessments

These assessments will help you develop and demonstrate your critical thinking, decision-making and analytical skills, and your ability to apply management theory to real-world business challenges.

UK Students
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

  • A first or second-class honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university, or an equivalent qualification, plus significant work experience since graduating and/or at least 2 years' relevant managerial or supervisory experience.
  • Or Ofqual-accredited qualifications in any subject at Levels 4, 5 and 6 (a Pass, with 120 credits at each level). If you apply with these qualifications, you'll be invited to an online academic interview.
  • You may be asked to attend, and pass, an academic interview.

English Language

  • If English is not your first language, you'll need IELTS 6.0 (at least 5.5 in each skill), unless your qualification was taught and assessed in English and you completed it within three years of starting with us.

Don't meet these requirements? We consider every application individually. If you don't meet our standard requirements, you may still be considered through our non-standard route. Contact our Student Recruitment team at sr@bil.ac.uk to talk it through.

If you don't have 2 years' work experience, you may be eligible for our MSc Management course.

UK Students

Tuition fees & student support

Home students
£12,000
Postgraduate scholarship
£5,000
Eligible postgraduate applicants can receive a £5,000 scholarship
✓ Postgraduate Loan
Up to £13,206 from Student Finance England
✓ Postgraduate scholarship
Eligible postgraduate applicants can receive a £5,000 scholarship
✓ Repayment threshold
Repay 6% of income above £21,000/yr
UK Students
HOW TO APPLY

UK Application Process

01

Submit your application

Complete the application form to let us know which course you'd like to study and your existing qualifications.

02

Apply for Student Finance

Apply for Student Finance as soon as you've submitted your application to avoid delays.

03

Receive your offer

You'll be offered a place if you meet the entry requirements, or invited to an Admissions Assessment.

04

Welcome to BIL

Welcome to Bloomsbury Institute!

The Bloomsbury Institute Difference

Why study with us

Based in central London

In the heart of Bloomsbury, London's education quarter, with full access to Birkbeck's library and academic resources.

Small class sizes

Small classes mean real attention from your tutors, not just a seat in a lecture hall.

Qualify quicker

Our courses carry professional accreditations and exemptions, and every subject offers a two-year accelerated route to get you qualified sooner.

Teaching that delivers

88% of UK students rated their teaching positively (NSS 2026).

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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POSTGRADUATE · MBA

Ready to lead at the highest level?

Apply for our one-year MBA and graduate with two CMI Level 7 qualifications.