MBA Business Administration

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.

English language proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 or 7.0 with no individual component below 6.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 100.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 76.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Cardiff University offers a range of scholarships to support international students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies. These scholarships are designed to attract high-achieving students from around the world, easing the financial burden and recognizing academic excellence. 

Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship: Cardiff University’s Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship is a merit-based award that provides partial funding for exceptional international undergraduate and postgraduate students. This scholarship rewards high academic achievement and study, making it ideal for students with strong academic backgrounds.

Global Wales Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship offers substantial funding to international postgraduate students from certain countries, including the USA, India, Vietnam, and EU nations. The scholarship covers part of the tuition fees and is awarded based on academic merit and potential for success.

Chevening Scholarship: Offered in collaboration with the UK government, the prestigious Chevening Scholarship is available to international students who demonstrate leadership potential and academic excellence. The award covers tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, and other allowances, supporting future leaders and influencers in various fields.

Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships: For students from Commonwealth countries, the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships provide funding for postgraduate students who would otherwise be unable to study in the UK. The scholarship includes full tuition, living expenses, and airfare, ensuring accessibility for students from developing nations.

British Council GREAT Scholarships: Cardiff University partners with the British Council to offer the GREAT Scholarships for students from specific countries, including China, India, Malaysia, and Thailand. These scholarships provide financial assistance for tuition fees and are intended to encourage bright students to pursue postgraduate studies in the UK.

Subject-Specific Scholarships: Certain academic departments at Cardiff University offer additional scholarships tailored to specific fields of study, such as engineering, business, and life sciences. These scholarships provide partial funding and are aimed at attracting talented students to specific programs.

Financial Aid and External Scholarships: In addition to Cardiff University scholarships, students can explore external funding options such as loans, grants, and scholarships provided by their home countries or private organizations. The university’s financial aid office offers guidance to help students find external financial support.

Graduates of the MBA in Business Administration from Cardiff University have a wide array of career opportunities available to them across various industries. The program’s focus on leadership, strategy, and organizational management prepares students for senior roles in both public and private sectors. 

General Manager: Graduates with an MBA in Business Administration often take on roles as general managers, overseeing the operations of a company or department. They are responsible for strategic planning, resource allocation, and ensuring that the organization meets its goals efficiently and profitably.

Project Manager: MBA graduates frequently transition into project management roles, leading teams, defining project goals, managing budgets, and ensuring successful project delivery. Their ability to make strategic decisions and manage resources is crucial in this role.

Entrepreneur/Business Owner: The MBA program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to start their own businesses. With a strong foundation in leadership, strategy, finance, and marketing, they are well-prepared to launch and scale new ventures across various industries.

Marketing Director: With advanced business knowledge in marketing strategies and consumer behavior, graduates can step into marketing leadership roles. As a marketing director, they develop strategies to drive brand growth, lead marketing teams, and oversee campaigns to meet business objectives.

Financial Manager: The MBA program provides a strong grounding in financial analysis and management. Graduates can work as financial managers, overseeing financial planning, budgeting, risk management, and investment strategies within an organization.

Human Resources Director: Graduates can enter senior human resources roles, where they lead recruitment, talent management, employee relations, and organizational development strategies. An MBA in Business Administration provides the skills to align HR policies with business goals and drive organizational change.

Consultant: With a deep understanding of business operations, graduates can become management consultants, providing expertise to organizations on how to improve efficiency, manage risks, and implement strategic changes. Consultants work across industries, offering tailored solutions for business challenges.

Operations Manager: In this role, MBA graduates oversee the day-to-day operations of a business or organization. They streamline processes, improve efficiency, and manage the flow of goods and services, ensuring that operations run smoothly and cost-effectively.

Business Development Manager: As a business development manager, graduates are responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and driving growth through partnerships, acquisitions, or market expansion strategies.

Supply Chain Manager: MBA graduates can specialize in supply chain management, overseeing the end-to-end process of product creation, from procurement to production and delivery. They ensure that supply chain processes are optimized to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Executive Leadership Roles: With an MBA, graduates are well-prepared for C-suite roles such as CEO, COO, or CFO. These leadership positions involve overseeing the overall direction of a company, setting corporate strategy, managing teams, and ensuring long-term business growth.

Corporate Strategist: MBA graduates can become corporate strategists, helping organizations formulate long-term strategies, analyze market trends, and identify opportunities for growth. They play a key role in guiding businesses through competitive and changing market landscapes.