Program Overview
The Postgraduate Pathway in Business at Birmingham City University is a Pre-Master programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Postgraduate Pathway in Business programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: GBP 11,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 11,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Postgraduate Pathway in Business programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Business and Economics
- Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study
- ICT Skills for Postgraduate Study
- Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
- Management
- Research Methods for Postgraduate Study
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Minimum of a UK Higher National Diploma (HND) or UK Diploma in Higher Education (DipHE) in a relevant subject area where appropriate, and a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.3 on the 4.0 scale, or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 11,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 11,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Birmingham City University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Birmingham City University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-29
- Language English
- Duration 12 months