Masters Entry Requirements Overview
English requirements: All programmes below require a minimum of Band 4 (for example, IELTS (Academic) minimum score 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each of Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking) - Full List of Accepted English Language Tests and Qualifications.
| Programme Name | Minimum Entry Requirements | Programme Focus | Career Paths | Professional Exemptions/Partnerships |
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| 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in any subject, provided the degree contains good levels of quantitative elements | Joint programme with School of Mathematical Sciences. Develop the skills to analyse data, inform business strategy, and use industry-standard software tools. | Data Science Specialist, Data Analyst, Digital Strategy Analyst, Product Specialist, Senior Business Intelligence Developer | Industry partnerships with Citigroup, IBM, Morgan Stanley. Summer placement opportunities available | |
| Digital Marketing MSc | 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Gain the specialist digital marketing skills every modern marketer needs—powered by world-leading research and hands-on, data-driven learning. | Digital Marketing Manager, Digital Campaign Manager, Social Media Strategist, E-commerce Manager | CIM and IDM accreditation |
| Heritage Management MA | 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Gain the business, leadership and curatorial skills needed to transform cultural heritage sites, enriched by hands-on experience placements with Historic Royal Palaces. | Heritage Manager, Conservation Officer, Museum Curator, Heritage Consultant | Partnership with Historic Royal Palaces |
| International Business MSc | 2:1 undergraduate degree in any subject | Gain the analytical, strategic and professional skills to navigate globalisation and lead businesses into new international markets. | International Business Analyst, Global Business Development Manager, International Strategy Consultant, Export Manager / Trade Compliance Officer, International Marketing Manager | |
| Accounting and Finance MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject, provided the degree contains satisfactory study of quantitative elements. | Joint degree with School of Economics & Finance. Designed for students who aim to pursue a career in financial services, accounting practice, banking or asset management. It is also well-suited to finance professionals who wish to improve their knowledge of financial markets and accountancy. | Staff Accountant, Tax Associate, Investment Manager, Financial Consultant, Business Intelligence Analyst | CIMA Advanced Diploma and exemptions for 11 CIMA exams |
| 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Comprehensive understanding of accountancy and business analysis, international business, corporate governance | Trainee Mortgage Advisor, Senior Retail Manager, Tax Associate, General Accountant, Operations Partner, Financial Analyst | CIMA Advanced Diploma and exemptions for 11 CIMA exams | |
| International Financial Management MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Gain practical and theoretical expertise in global finance, access Bloomberg and FT resources, and prepare for the CFA® program while studying in the heart of London’s financial hub. | Accounting Consultant, Finance and Compliance Manager, Financial Reporting Analyst, Technology Risk Consultant, Investment Analyst | CFA Institute University Affiliation; Student scholarship for CFA exams |
| Supply Chain Management | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in in any subject, provided the degree contains satisfactory study of Mathematics and Statistics. Subjects likely to contain sufficient quantitative elements include Accounting, Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics and Finance | Develop advanced analytical and digital skills to optimise global supply chains, tackle real-world logistics challenges, and gain hands-on experience with tools like R, Python, Stata, and IBM Studio. | Supply Chain Analyst, Supply Chain Planner, Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Planner, Operations Manager, Production Planner, Demand Planner, Supply Chain Consultant, Business Analyst, Data Scientist | Software competency in R, Python, Stata, IBM Studio |
| Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Develop the skills and mindset to launch ventures, drive innovation in organisations, and lead with impact, supported by hands-on experience through the School’s Entrepreneurship Hub. | Management, Leadership, Consulting, Business Development, Start-up Founder, Innovation Manager | Access to SBM Entrepreneurship Hub; Interdisciplinary teaching |
| Global Business and Sustainability MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in a Business, Humanities or Social Sciences subject | Understand the knowledge, skills, and global perspective to tackle today’s most pressing sustainability challenges and drive impact across business, government, and civil society. | Sustainability Strategy, International Development, NGO roles, Government Policy, Politics & Diplomacy, Sustainable Finance, Consulting | UN PRME supported programme |
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(September and January Start) |
2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Gain the essential skills to manage all key areas of business, from finance and operations to strategy and communications, even without a prior business background. | Management Consulting, Business Development, Supply Chain Leadership, General Management | AACSB accreditation |
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Management MSc with Integrated Pre-Masters (September and January Start) |
Below standard MSc entry requirements | 2-year pathway programme providing foundation before MSc Management | Management Consulting, Business Development, Supply Chain Leadership, General Management | Integrated pathway to MSc Management; AACSB accreditation upon MSc completion |
| International Human Resource Management MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Develop the skills and knowledge to become a commercially-aware HR professional, ready to manage people and practices in a global business environment. | Human Resource Manager, Project Manager, Management Consultant | CIPD Level 7 accreditation; CIPD student membership |
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2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Gain expertise across key marketing areas—including digital, B2B, branding, AI, and big data—while tailoring your learning with optional modules to enhance your career prospects. | Marketing Manager, Brand Manager, Market Research Analyst, Marketing Consultant | CIM accreditation |
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Marketing MSc with Integrated Pre-Masters (September and January Start) |
Below standard MSc entry requirements | 2-year pathway programme providing foundation before MSc Marketing | Marketing Manager, Brand Manager, Market Research Analyst, Marketing Consultant | Integrated pathway to MSc Marketing |
| International Marketing with Business Strategies MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Develop strategic marketing expertise and apply it to real-world international business challenges through consultancy projects and business simulations. | International Marketing Manager, Global Brand Manager, Business Strategy Consultant | CIM accreditation |
| International Marketing and Consumer Psychology MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Explore consumer behaviour and psychology in a global context, applying strategic marketing skills through real-world projects to understand what drives purchasing decisions. | Consumer Insights Manager, Brand Strategist, Marketing Psychologist, Customer Experience Manager | CIM accreditation |
| Marketing with Digital Analytics MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Strategic and analytical skills to navigate marketing and online data, driving digital campaigns | Marketing Analytics Manager, Data Analyst, Digital Campaign Analyst, Marketing Intelligence Specialist | CIM accreditation |
| Marketing and Digital Communications MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Strategic marketing communications in digital era, brand building, digital content creation | Marketing Analytics Manager, Data Analyst, Digital Campaign Analyst, Marketing Intelligence Specialist | CIM accreditation |
| Marketing in the Creative Industries MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Marketing strategies tailored to creative sectors including media, entertainment, arts, and culture | Marketing Manager in Creative Industries, Brand Manager for Creative Brands, Arts Marketing Specialist | |
| Creative Industries and Arts Organisation MSc | 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in any subject | Offers a critical, strategic, and ethically grounded understanding of sustainable creative and cultural management, preparing students for leadership roles through practitioner engagement, activist frameworks, and the flexibility to tailor studies across the University. | Arts Manager, Creative Producer, Festival Director, Cultural Programme Manager | Creative Works London, Live Art Development Agency and Furtherfield. |