Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
University of South Wales · Cardiff
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
Develops strategic leadership and management skills for public and private sector organisations. From September 2027 it is taught at the Cardiff campus. The programme develops strategy, organisations, leadership, decision-making and responsible management. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- Minimum 2:2 honours degree from a UK university or recognised international equivalent
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor Special degree considered for master's study; Bachelor General degree with very high grades may be considered; MBA also needs at least 2 years' work experience
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 in each component
- English alternatives
- O/L English grade C or above (within 5 years) accepted; recent Sri Lankan degree with English medium from approved universities (Colombo, Moratuwa, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kelaniya, Peradeniya, Open University) can also be accepted
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of South Wales.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on southwales.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of South Wales before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.