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MBA Master of Business Administration
Epsom
INTAKE: Jan, May & Sept
Program Overview
The MBA Master of Business Administration program at UCA is a prestigious and versatile course designed to equip students with advanced business management skills and a comprehensive understanding of leadership in creative and innovative contexts. This program is characterized by its fusion of business acumen, creative thinking, and strategic leadership, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to excel in leadership roles across various creative sectors.
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Comprehensive Business Education: The curriculum covers a wide range of business subjects, including finance, marketing, operations, leadership, and strategic management.
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Creative and Innovative Focus: The program places a strong emphasis on nurturing creative and innovative thinking, allowing students to apply business principles to creative industries effectively.
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Entrepreneurial Development: Students have opportunities to develop entrepreneurial skills, enabling them to launch and manage creative startups or drive innovation within established organizations.
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Global Business Perspective: The program provides students with a global business perspective, preparing them to navigate international markets and collaborate across cultural boundaries.
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Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaboration is fostered among students with diverse backgrounds, including artists, designers, marketers, and entrepreneurs, providing opportunities to work on innovative, cross-disciplinary business projects.
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Leadership and Management: The program focuses on leadership and management skills, preparing graduates to lead teams, make strategic decisions, and drive organizational growth.
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Industry Connections: UCA maintains strong connections with creative industry organizations, startups, and established businesses, offering students opportunities for internships, networking, and exposure to real-world business challenges in creative industries.
Location
Epsom
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 18500
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
Academic Qualifications:Minimum average percentage of 60% in undergraduate studies is often considered, some courses may have higher minimum percentage requirements.
English Language Proficiency :
- IELTS: The minimum required overall score is usually between 6.5 and 7.0, with a minimum score of 6 in each component.
- PTE Academic: The minimum required overall score is typically between 58 and 67.
- TOEFL: The minimum required scores are usually between 90 and 95 for the internet-based test (iBT) and 575-600 for the paper-based test (PBT).
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) recognizes the importance of providing financial support to students pursuing their creative arts education. University for the Creative Arts offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to help students with the costs of tuition fees and living expenses.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: University for the Creative Arts offers Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence and are open to both domestic and international students. The scholarship amount varies and can contribute towards tuition fees or living expenses.
International Scholarships: University for the Creative Arts offers scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. The eligibility criteria, application process, and scholarship amounts may vary.
University for the Creative Arts Creative Excellence Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional talent and creative potential in their chosen field of study. The Creative Excellence Scholarships are available for various disciplines within the creative arts, such as fine arts, design, fashion, media, and more.
External Scholarships and Funding: University for the Creative Arts encourages students to explore external scholarship opportunities and funding sources. There may be scholarships offered by government organizations, charitable foundations, or industry associations that are applicable to creative arts students. University for the Creative Arts provides guidance and support to help students identify and apply for external scholarships.
It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.
Graduates from UCA's MBA Master of Business Administration program are well-poised for dynamic career opportunities across various sectors, including creative industries.
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Business Manager: Graduates can pursue careers as business managers, overseeing operations, finances, and strategic direction in creative companies, agencies, and startups.
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Entrepreneur: Proficiency in entrepreneurship allows graduates to start and manage their creative businesses, from design studios and art galleries to tech startups and marketing agencies.
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Marketing Manager: Some graduates may choose to become marketing managers, specializing in promoting creative products and services to global audiences.
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Project Manager: Careers as project managers involve leading creative projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
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Creative Director: Graduates can work as creative directors, shaping the artistic direction and vision of creative projects, teams, or agencies.
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Consultant: For those interested in consultancy, careers as business consultants involve offering expertise to creative businesses seeking to improve their operations, strategies, and profitability.
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Innovation Manager: Graduates can pursue roles as innovation managers, driving innovation and creativity within organizations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and creative thinking.
