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Warwick Business School (WBS) is a worldclass business school, part of one of the UK’s most respected universities. For nearly 60 years, we’ve been leading the charge, not just by imagining what’s next but by equipping future leaders to make it happen. We stay ahead by continually innovating, ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges.

Agents' Handbook 2026

For the Change Makers

Contents

Why Warwick Business School? Our rankings

Careers support

Life on campus

The Shard

Undergraduate Courses

Careers support

Entry requirements

Master’s Courses

Careers support

Scholarships

Entry requirements

FAQs

MBA Courses and careers support

Entry requirements

Scholarships

FAQs

Other courses PhD

DBA

Executive Education

Global Central Banking and Financial Regulation

Because the future isn’t what you imagine. It’s what you make it.

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Why Warwick Business School?

Who are we looking for? WBS is for the Change Makers. People with untapped potential, who are driven to redefine what’s come before and have the bravery to change things, big or small, for the better. They’re curious, bold, and ready to challenge the status quo. There’s always a chance that things won’t work but those are odds they’re willing to take. For Change Makers, the future isn’t what you imagine - it’s what you make it. CORE values Alongside our Change Maker mindset, everything we do is based around our CORE values.

A top ranked school We were the first UK business school to be triple accredited and to receive the Athena SWAN Gold Award for improving gender equality.

Proud to be different However, we’re more than our rankings and we’re proud to be different. We’re down to earth, approachable and we want our School to feel like home to our students. We foster and encourage an environment where curiosity can flourish, the status quo can be challenged, and bold ideas can thrive. We’re here to support and motivate every student to unlock their full potential. Learning at WBS isn’t just about theory - it’s about doing. Every programme is built to connect with the real world, so people can start applying what they learn straight away. Our students are further supported in this by our excellent in-house CareersPlus and Employer Relations team, who help them to think about their career goals and offer access to employers, supporting their ambitions in the pre-arrival stage, as they study with us, and after graduation as members of our alumni community.

Warwick Business School (WBS) is a world- class business school, part of one of the UK’s most respected universities. For nearly 60 years, we’ve been leading the charge, not just by imagining what’s next but by equipping future leaders to make it happen. We stay ahead by continually innovating, ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. Our courses will open doors and create opportunities; to start careers, launch new ventures, forge global networks, and meet friends for life.

Cosmopolitan mindset, embracing diversity and different perspectives

Learning as a way of life

Our courses consistently rank highly; our Global Online MBA is third in the world (Financial Times’ Online MBA Ranking 2025) , our MSc Marketing & Strategy is sixth in the world (QS Business Masters Rankings 2026) , and our BSc Management, BSc International Management, and BSc Accounting & Finance, are all ranked second in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026). Our achievements are a testament to our world-class teaching and faculty, and the quality of our degrees.

Always challenging convention to find a better way

Never compromising our high standards

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Our rankings

BSc Accounting & Finance 2nd in the UK Guardian University Guide 2026 BSc Management 3rd in the UK Guardian University Guide 2026 BSc International Management 3rd in the UK Guardian University Guide 2026

MSc Finance 25th in the world and 4th in UK Masters in Finance Ranking 2025 MSc Management 40th in the world and 2nd in the UK Masters in Management Ranking 2025 Global Online MBA 3rd in the world and 2nd in the UK Online MBA Ranking 2025 Full-time MBA 17th in Europe and 6th in the UK Global MBA Ranking 2025 Executive MBA 30th in the world and 4th in the UK Executive MBA Ranking 2024

BSc Management 2nd in the UK The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

MSc Business Analytics* 13th in the world and 3rd in the UK QS Business Masters Ranking 2026 *This course has been reviewed and relaunched as MSc Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence for 2026 entry MSc Marketing & Strategy 6th in the world and 1st for UK universities QS Business Masters Ranking 2026 MSc Finance 19th in the world and 6th in the UK QS Business Masters Ranking 2026 MSc Management 15th in the world and 4th in the UK QS Business Masters Ranking 2026

Full-time MBA 8th in the world and

3rd in the UK for one-year MBAs outside of the USA International MBAs: One-year programmes 2019

BSc International Management 2nd in the UK

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

BSc Accounting & Finance 2nd in the UK The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

Full-time MBA 9th in the world

and 2nd in the UK Global 2022 MBA Ranking

BSc Accounting & Finance 3rd in the UK The Complete University Guide 2026

Global Online MBA 3rd in the world and 2nd in the UK Online MBA Rankings 2026 Full-time MBA 30th in the world and 15th in Europe Global MBA Rankings 2026 Executive MBA 10th in the world and 6th in Europe Executive MBA Rankings 2025

Full-time MBA 11th in the world and 2nd in the UK for sustainability 2024 Better World MBA Ranking

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Careers support

All WBS students benefit from a dedicated and tailored careers service run by our in- house CareersPlus and Employer Relations team. With a wealth of experience across a wide variety of sectors, the team are dedicated to helping our students find the right career path for them, whether they are at the start of their journey or already have years of industry experience. Further programme specific careers support can be found in each of the programme sections of this handbook.

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Life on campus

Arts Centre

Sports Centre

Grocery store

Post Office

Students’ Union

Our campus is a vibrant and inclusive home to students and staff from all over the world With a Sports and Wellness Hub, Warwick Arts Centre, and a Student’s Union with over 300 student-run societies, there’s always something on offer. Our students also benefit from acres of green space with lakes, wildlife and sculpture trails, perfect for when they need to take some time to recharge. Warwick Business School currently occupies two buildings on campus: WBS building The main WBS building, which houses lecture theatres, study spaces - such as the Undergraduate Learning Space, Postgraduate Student Lounge, and MBA Lounge - the WBS Cafe, and support services such as our in-house IT team and CareersPlus and Employer Relations team. The main WBS building also includes offices for our academics and for our professional services staff, including our Programme teams who support our students during their studies. Teaching Centre The Centre is next to the main building and facilities include two lecture theatres, the Doctoral Programmes office, and the Gillmore Centre for Financial Technology. Campus and the WBS buildings can be explored in more detail through the interactive campus map: W warwick.ac.uk/about/campus- journey/interactive-map

Hair salon

Launderette

Esports Centre

Library open 24/7

Multi-faith worship

Health centre and pharmacy

750 acre campus

Over 15 cafés, restaurants and bars

Over 300 student-run societies

Monthly food market

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The Shard

Alongside our Warwick campus, WBS also benefits from a London base at The Shard where our Executive MBA (London), Global Online MBA (London), Accelerator MBA (London), Doctor of Business Administration, and Executive Education courses are taught. Occupying the 13th and 17th floors, our students benefit from excellent facilities in the heart of London, as well as easy access to London’s international airports and transport network. Studying at The Shard puts our students at the heart of where business happens - surrounded by global organisations, sharp thinkers, and decision-makers who shape what’s next. Our London base also hosts some events during the year which are open to the wider student body. These include our Professional Network events with typical activities including business networking, dinners, lectures, seminars and conferences.

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Undergraduate courses

BSc Management This course equips students with the skills to operate effectively in a range of roles in international brands, multinational companies, global financial markets and new business ventures. As well as enhancing career potential, the course will enable students to develop as critically reflective thinkers, able to analyse and interpret business-related problems and to devise creative and enterprising solutions that straddle multi-disciplinary boundaries. The course offers opportunities to develop key interpersonal, communication, leadership and team-working skills, and to become more adaptable and resilient to change. The final two years on this course are highly flexible and students can choose modules tailored to their interests, development needs and career aspirations. This allows students to follow a generalist route in business and management to keep their career options open, or choose one of our recognised

BSc International Management This four-year course is designed to equip students with a broad knowledge of business and management as well as the knowledge and employability skills for a successful career in global business. Students will spend their third year abroad, in either a partner institution and/or working on an approved work placement. This will boost their academic, personal and professional development, and will enable them to build their global network. We have partnered with over 45 institutions in over 15 countries around the world. Current partnerships are offered in Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Japan, United States, Singapore, South Korea, South Africa and various countries across Europe. In their fourth year students will return to WBS to complete their studies. The degree can be tailored towards career aspirations by selecting elective modules from WBS and other University of Warwick departments. Alternatively students can choose to follow one of our recognised pathways in: ■ Accounting ■ Finance ■ Language (French, Chinese or Spanish) ■ Strategy and Organisation. Transcripts on graduation will reflect this, adding more value to their degree when applying for work in the sector. BSc International Management graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Amazon, British Airways, Dyson, J.P.Morgan, Rolls Royce and Goldman Sachs.. W wbs.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ international-management

BSc Accounting & Finance This is a professionally-oriented qualification which gives students the skills, knowledge and confidence to operate effectively in the fast- paced world of multinational companies and global financial markets. Throughout this course students can focus their studies in Accounting, Finance or a combination of the two, depending on where their passion lies. The degree is taught by leading academics who are well connected with industry and we have established links with accountancy firms, investment banks and renowned national and international employers such as UBS and EY. Students will have the option to choose modules which can lead to exemptions from a number of professional accountancy exams. Please review individual websites for their exemptions or read our comprehensive guide. BSc Accounting & Finance graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Barclays, BP, Deloitte, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs and Dyson. W wbs.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ accounting-and-finance

■ BSc Management ■ BSc International Management ■ BSc Accounting & Finance ■ BSc Management with Marketing ■ BSc International Management with Marketing ■ BSc Accounting & Finance with Placement Year ■ BSc Management with Marketing and with Placement Year ■ BSc Management with Placement Year

BSc Management is ranked 2nd in the UK

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

BSc International Management is ranked 2nd in the UK

pathways in: ■ Accounting ■ Finance ■ Strategy and Organisation.

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

Transcripts on graduation will reflect this, adding more value to their degree when applying for work in the sector. BSc Management graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as American Express, Bloomberg, Volkswagen, SONY, Danone UK and KPMG. W wbs.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ management

BSc Accounting & Finance is ranked 2nd in the UK The Guardian University Guide 2026 The 6th most targeted university by the largest number of top employers The Graduate Market in 2024 Report

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Undergraduate courses

Undergraduate careers support

BSc Management with Marketing This new course is designed to give students a competitive edge in one of today’s most dynamic industries. They will explore how consumers make decisions, how to build strong and memorable brands, and how to craft compelling communications. Students will gain a solid foundation in business and management, becoming strategic, creative, and analytical thinkers ready to solve real-world business challenges. They will also tailor their learning through industry-aligned elective modules focused on key marketing career areas: ■ Agency and Communications ■ Marketing Analytics ■ Brand Management (Client-side) ■ Marketing Consultancy and Strategy. Many WBS graduates have gone on to thrive in marketing roles such as: Marketing Analyst, Brand Representative, Marketing Intern, Marketing and Commercial Graduate, and Global Banking and Marketing Operations Analyst. W wbs.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ management-with-marketing

BSc International Management with Marketing

BSc Accounting & Finance with Placement Year

Placements and Internships Within the CareersPlus and Employer Relations team, the early careers Employer Relations team source a wide variety of opportunities with employers across all sectors, both in the UK and internationally. Students on the placement year courses will spend their third year doing a work placement. The team will help students to find the right placement, complete their applications, and prepare for interviews and assessment centres.

Further support Alongside our in-house team, the University of Warwick’s Student Opportunity team provide Undergraduate careers support through skills workshops, access to job vacancies and further opportunities to meet employers on campus. They organise a range of Careers Fairs and events during the academic year including an Economics, Finance and Consultancy event as well as other sector specific events. Students can get involved in their volunteering programme (Warwick Volunteers), the Warwick Skills Award, and can access multiple on and off campus work experience opportunities.

Our CareersPlus and Employer Relations team are dedicated to helping Undergraduate students find the right career path for them, and offer support ranging from increasing self-awareness of relevant strengths, to developing in-demand employability skills whilst at university, sourcing work experience, and coaching through each stage of the recruitment process. Guidance on offer includes career guidance appointments, careers workshops, mock interviews and mock assessment centre sessions. Meet potential employers Employer and sector-specific events are organised throughout the academic year, providing students with unique networking opportunities. Bespoke employer events organised specifically for our Undergraduate students have seen the likes of Jaguar Land Rover, L’Oreal, PwC, IBM, Barclays and Microsoft visit us.

This new course is designed for students who are passionate about marketing and eager to explore how consumers make decisions, build strong and memorable brands, and craft compelling communications. Throughout the course, students will learn to operate across cultural boundaries, embrace diverse perspectives, and challenge conventional ways of thinking. In their third year, they will complete a year abroad - either at a partner institution or through an approved work placement - enhancing their academic, personal, and professional development. Students will gain a solid foundation in business and management, becoming strategic, creative, and analytical thinkers ready to solve real-world global business challenges. They will also tailor their learning through industry-aligned elective modules focused on key marketing career areas: ■ Agency and Communications ■ Marketing Analytics ■ Brand Management (Client-side) ■ Marketing Consultancy and Strategy. Many WBS graduates have gone on to thrive in marketing roles such as: Marketing Analyst, Brand Representative, Marketing Intern, Marketing and Commercial Graduate, and Global Banking and Marketing Operations Analyst. W wbs.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ international-management-with- marketing/

BSc Management with Marketing and with Placement Year

BSc Management with Placement Year Our four-year courses include a compulsory Placement Year that offers students the chance to apply their skills and knowledge in a real work setting. Students will undertake their Placement Year during the third year of the course and return to Warwick for their final year of studies. Students will also have the option to study with a partner institution instead of working.

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Undergraduate entry requirements

English language test minimum scores The English language requirements for students are as follows: IELTS 7.0 including minimum 6.5 in each component CPE grade C with no less than Borderline in any element or 190 overall with no less than 180 in any component CAE grade A with no less than Borderline in any element or 190 overall with no less than 180 in any component PTE 75 with no less than 59 in any component IB English HL 5 IGCSE English as a First Language grade B TOEFL 260 (Computer), 100 (iBT or iBT Special Home Edition) with minimum of 21 in listening, 21 in writing, 22 in reading and 23 in speaking Duolingo Band C. 130 overall with minimum 120 in each component (reading, writing, speaking and listening). Only Duolingo tests that provide individual reading, writing, speaking and listening component scores are acceptable. Find out more about the English language requirements: W warwick.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/ apply/language

BSc Management BSc International Management BSc Management with Marketing BSc International Management with Marketing A levels A*AA GCSEs

Fees (2026 entry) UK students:

BSc Accounting & Finance A levels

£9,535 per year

A*AA including an A in Maths. Maths related subjects such as Statistics, Economics, Accounting or Finance do not meet

EU and overseas students:

£33,520 per year

For the latest information on fees, please see our website.

the Mathematics requirement for this course

A/7 in Maths and 6/B in English Language

GCSEs

6/B in English Language

International Baccalaureate

38 overall

International Baccalaureate

38 overall including at least 6 in Higher Level Maths

Applications from candidates with other internationally-recognised qualifications are also welcomed.

Becky Evans Undergraduate Recruitment Manager E UGRecruitment@wbs.ac.uk

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MSc Business courses

MSc Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Students will learn how to gain insights from large data sets using Artificial Intelligence (AI), statistical methods, optimisation and machine learning – and apply them to business challenges. This course covers cutting-edge and industry-standard analytical techniques, including visualisation (in Tableau), machine learning, statistics and optimisation. Students will gain cross- disciplinary training in business models, quantitative methods and data science, and prepare for a future career in an ever- changing business world. Graduates* have recently gone on to secure roles including AI & Analytics Consultant, Data Scientist and Data Analyst, at employers such as Amazon, Barclays and Deloitte. *This course has been reviewed and relaunched as MSc Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence for 2026 entry. Prior to this, it was known as MSc Business Analytics. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msbaai

MSc Business with Consulting Our MSc Business with Consulting course helps students to take the next steps towards a career in consulting and advisory practice. Alongside the key fundamentals of business, students will learn how to diagnose organisational problems and propose solutions in order to create value for clients. They will develop interpersonal skills which are essential for success in the consultancy and advisory environment, will strengthen their analytical and problem-solving skills, and will interrogate and evaluate the important theories and research. MSc Business with Consulting graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Deloitte, KPMG, IBM, Nielsen and JP Morgan. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msbc

MSc Business with Marketing Our MSc Business with Marketing offers students the opportunity to study the key fundamentals of business and develop specific insight into marketing. A grounding in key business areas is followed by insight into the latest marketing techniques and trends to understand what drives consumer behaviour and business growth in the ever-changing world of business. MSc Business with Marketing graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Nielsen, Huawei, IBM, Cathay Pacific Airways and Essence. W wbs.ac.uk/go/mbm

MSc Business with Operations Management

MSc International Business This course helps students to gain the skills and knowledge needed to do business in a global context, so they’re ready to confidently take on industry challenges across the world. The focus on international practice will give students a detailed insight into the issues faced across global economies in today’s business world. They’ll cover relevant theories and their application to business cases, putting their learnings into practice throughout the course. MSc International Business graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Swedbank Norge, Airbus, Accenture, VirtualSpeech and Deloitte. W wbs.ac.uk/go/mint

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This course helps students to gain the skills and knowledge needed to do business in a global context, so they’re ready to confidently take on industry challenges across the world. Students will build upon the core disciplines of business to learn how to design, run, and manage effective operations across service, manufacturing, public, and private sectors. A range of crucial elements will be covered from project management to supply chain management, ensuring students gain a forward-thinking and career-driven learning experience that will help them to make a significant difference in the world of business. MSc Business with Operations graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Deloitte, Dell, Hewlett Packard, Ipsos and AXA PPP Healthcare. W wbs.ac.uk/go/mbom

■ MSc Business with Consulting ■ MSc Business with Marketing ■ MSc Business with Operations Management ■ MSc International Business

MSc Business Analytics * is ranked 3rd in the UK and 13th in the world QS World University Rankings 2026 *This course has been reviewed and relaunched as MSc Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence for 2026 entry

The University of Warwick is ranked in the top 10 of UK universities The Complete University Guide 2026

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MSc Finance & Accounting courses

MSc Accounting & Financial Management Whether looking to accelerate a current career or pivot into the world of accounting and finance, this course, will equip students with the tools and knowledge to excel in today’s dynamic business landscape. MSc Accounting & Financial Management will develop students’ ability to interpret complex financial data and present their insights with confidence, helping them to critically evaluate theories and deduce solutions applicable to real workplace solutions, and giving them practical, hands-on experience applying accounting and finance concepts to business scenarios. Additionally, the course includes a year-long Careers & Employability module which dedicates valuable curriculum time to honing the critical skills that employers demand. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msafm MSc Accounting & Sustainability Our MSc Accounting & Sustainability course has been carefully constructed to equip students with the skills, knowledge and practical experience to step straight into the professional sphere, and start making a positive impact. With governments and accounting bodies defining sustainability accounting standards, expertise in this area is increasingly expected by employers in financial services and related industries (but not limited to them). Whether the intrinsically linked subject areas of accounting and sustainability are familiar or new to students, this course offers them the platform to progress their expertise. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msas

MSc Business & Finance This course is industry-focused and is aimed at graduates with a strong quants and/or finance background. Students will develop a combination of business and management skills alongside advanced financial skills, leading to financial management roles for organisations outside of the finance industry. MSc Business & Finance graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as EY, IBM, China Development Bank and Deloitte. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msbf MSc Finance Providing students with a deep theoretical and conceptual knowledge of finance and quantitative skills, preparing them for a range of careers in the financial industry. As the anticipation of jobs being challenged by Artificial Intelligence becomes a reality, we aim to share the skills and depth of understanding needed to design, develop, and supervise these new forms of financial intelligence. In line with the CFA curriculum, our Ethics, Financial Regulation and Corporate Governance module offers students the opportunity to study with a European business partner. WBS benefits from excellent links to key financial institutions and employers, and this course has benefited from industry recommendations. MSc Finance graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as BNP Paribas, Bloomberg, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msf

MSc Finance & Economics Delivered by WBS and the Department of Economics, this course allows students to explore the most advanced tools in finance whilst using their economics background as a springboard to increase their career options. A relevant Undergraduate degree is required for this course. This course is ideal for those who already have a strong grounding in economics, are highly numerate, and want to learn to apply their knowledge to finance. As AI reshapes the financial landscape, we’ll equip students with the skills to not only adapt, but lead - designing, developing, and overseeing the next generation of financial intelligence. In line with the CFA curriculum, our Ethics, Financial Regulation and Corporate Governance module offers students the opportunity to study with a European business partner. Graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as JP Morgan, PwC, Goldman Sachs, Berenberg Bank and Ministry of Foreign Affairs (The Netherlands). W wbs.ac.uk/go/msfe

MSc Financial Technology This interdisciplinary course will teach students to innovate and adopt new technologies to transform the financial industry, democratise finance, and accelerate financial inclusion. The course was devised out of our Gillmore Centre for Financial Technology, a world-class, cutting-edge research hub focusing precisely on this subject. Students will first be trained in quantitative methods, data science, artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, finance, and information systems. As their knowledge develops, we’ll be encouraging them to evolve their creative mindset by challenging and critically evaluating established paradigms within the field. Our FinTech in Practice module offers the chance to finetune the skills learned during the course in a realistic, situational format. The module entails a series of trips to The Shard, London, where students will be exposed to FinTech companies presenting business models and challenges for them to resolve and present back to them. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msft

MSc Mathematical Finance A high-level mix of mathematic and finance disciplines taught by the University of Warwick’s Statistics department and WBS. This mathematically rigorous course, for those with a relevant Undergraduate degree, enables students to develop and apply the quantitative skills in machine learning, computational statistics and mathematical finance used in the financial markets and the finance industry. Students will build on their strong mathematical backgrounds to gain both a deep theoretical and conceptual knowledge of finance, together with the requisite high-level probability, statistics and mathematics, to enable them to undertake advanced quantitative modelling. Lab work will give students hands-on experience of using software packages for simulations and time series analysis, as well as learning programming for quantitative finance in three core languages: Python, C++ and R. MSc Mathematical Finance graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Man AHL, UBS, Barclays Capital, Bank of America and Zurich Insurance Group. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msmf

■ MSc Accounting

& Financial Management ■ MSc Accounting & Sustainability ■ MSc Business & Finance ■ MSc Finance ■ MSc Finance & Economics ■ MSc Financial Technology ■ MSc Mathematical Finance MSc Finance is ranked 4th in the UK and 25th in the world Financial Times Masters in Finance Pre-experience Ranking 2025 The University of Warwick is ranked 7th in the UK for Economics and Econometrics QS World University Rankings 2025

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MSc Management courses

MSc Management Accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), our one-year MSc Management is an intensive and immersive course which shows the path an ambitious graduate can take to become a successful manager in the world of business. A wide choice of elective modules allow students to develop a focus that accelerates their career. Students can choose our elective specialism in Entrepreneurship, which offers the chance to gain an in-depth knowledge in this area, along with a letter of acknowledgment from the Dean. We also offer the opportunity for a self-organised internship to be recognised as part of the programme, enabling students to immediately put their learning into practice. We immerse students in what it means to lead and manage a business as a whole, helping them to discover how to bring together the teams and skills that are needed to make great decisions and successfully implement them. MSc Management graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Goldman Sachs, EY, Procter & Gamble, Department for International Trade and Colgate-Palmolive. W wbs.ac.uk/go/mim

MSc Management of Information Systems & Digital Innovation This course is about how to better manage, strategise, and use digital technology for business purposes. Students will get the opportunity to tailor their options to their own interests, giving them the opportunity to specialise in IT consultancy or programming/ analytics, or gain an understanding of both disciplines. This course is open to students from a variety of Undergraduate degrees and we value the unique perspectives those from all backgrounds bring to the classroom. We have close relationships with many IT and consulting organisations, including EY, Barclays, PA Consulting, Fetch.ai, Google, and Deloitte, and they value our focus on developing managers with a creative mindset to integrate IT and digital innovations in business. MSc Management of Information Systems & Digital Innovation graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Google, KPMG, Cisco Systems, Hewlett Packard and IBM. W wbs.ac.uk/go/misdi

MSc Marketing & Strategy Our MSc Marketing & Strategy course combines these two disciplines providing the theoretical background for making sound marketing decisions, both from within companies and from advisory perspectives in service providers and consultancies. Our teaching illustrates the application of learned techniques to real-life situations. Through this course students will discover that marketing is not a free-standing activity, but one that needs to be at the heart of company strategy. The dual strands of this degree enhances understanding of the broader implications of decisions for the organisation as a whole, giving students the confidence and expertise to apply their skills in a variety of roles in company development. Students can gain a deeper understanding of key marketing a strategy functions within a simulated business environment with our Marketing & Strategy in Practice module. They’ll develop personal skills such as decision- making, creative problem-solving and effective performance evaluation – equipping them with the tools needed to thrive in their career. MSc Marketing & Strategy graduates have gone on to work at organisations such as Amazon, Saatchi & Saatchi, IBM, Nivea and Nestle. W wbs.ac.uk/go/msms

■ MSc Management ■ MSc Management of Information Systems & Digital Innovation ■ MSc Marketing & Strategy

MSc Management is ranked 4th in the UK and 15th in the world QS Business Masters Rankings 2026

MSc Marketing & Strategy is ranked 6th in the world and 1st for UK universities QS Business Masters Rankings 2026

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MSc careers support

MSc scholarship information

We focus on attracting intellectually curious individuals who strive for excellence in everything they do. We welcome talented candidates from across the globe who are passionate about achieving their full potential, both academically and professionally. The following WBS scholarships are available up to a maximum of 50% of tuition fees: High Potential Scholarship For those who seek to challenge the norm and question the status quo. For those who stand out academically. For those who look to change the world, an industry, a community, a business, or their own perspective. For those who have gone beyond their course to delve deeper into extra-curricular activities, volunteering work, or student societies. We welcome the Change Makers of the Future; our High Potential Scholarship is for candidates who tick any or all of the above criteria. UK and Commonwealth Scholarship For outstanding individuals across the UK/ EU and Commonwealth to encourage geographical diversity. International/EU Scholarship Available for exceptional talent living outside of the UK or the Commonwealth. Warwick Undergraduate Scholarship Warwick students who start one of our Masters courses directly after their Undergraduate degree will be awarded an automatic 25% scholarship (with 10% of this scholarship coming from the Warwick Alumni Discount Scheme). They will also be considered for our other scholarships, with a further 25% scholarship available to outstanding candidates. Alumni Scholarship All alumni from the University of Warwick who are accepted onto a postgraduate Masters course will receive a minimum 10% scholarship from the Warwick Alumni Discount Scheme, and up to an additional 40% for exceptional academic and/or extra-curricular achievements. W wbs.ac.uk/go/mscscholarships

Pre-arrival Our MSc students are supported throughout their studies by our CareersPlus team. Even before they arrive at WBS, our offer-holders can access webinars over the summer and can also seek personal careers advice from the team via email, phone or Skype. Pre-arrival access to CV advice and V Mock CV-checking software will help students get their CVs ready for any jobs that require early applications, such as those in investment banking and strategy consulting. Coaching and workshops Students will have access to a dedicated team of careers coaches. Career guidance appointments can be arranged throughout the year and support also includes checking applications, mock interviews, mock assessment centres and CV workshops.

International careers support We provide dedicated support to help students explore and pursue career opportunities worldwide. We offer personalised 1:1 career coaching, global job search strategies and skills workshops. Additionally, we organise international career fairs, bespoke company treks, and employer-led professional development programmes, as well as exclusive networking events with alumni and industry professionals.

A suite of careers workshops are held during the academic year on topics such as deciding what job they want to do, networking and research, cultural awareness, consulting case interview training, and how to use LinkedIn to find a job. In addition to this, a Careers Festival is normally run at the start of term 1 and at the end of term 3, with many further workshops on offer, covering a wide range of careers topics such as the job market in China and India, and developing commercial awareness. For our MSc students with a finance interest we run Finance Fest, a finance-focused festival which brings together experts and specialists to discuss careers in the sector. Topics in the past have included private wealth management, digital currency and cryptocurrency, equity research, mergers and acquisitions, and Fintech.

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MSc entry requirements

English language test minimum scores The English language requirements for students are as follows: IELTS 7.0 all four languages elements have to be scored 6.0+, with maximum of two language components at lowest level 6.0 or 6.5. The applicant must be a resident of a country in which the test is offered CPE 190 overall; 2 x 170, 2 x 190 CAE 190 overall; 2 x 170, 2 x 190 TOEFL 100 minimum language components L21, R22, W21, S23 Trinity ISE III Merit, Merit, Pass, Pass in four components Trinity ISE IV Pass, Pass, Pass, Pass in four components Duolingo Band B: 130 (with at least 110 in two components and 130 in two components).

MSc Business with Consulting MSc Business with Marketing MSc Business with Operations Management MSc International Business 2026 entry £29,200 for UK students £37,450 for EU and international students Applicants must have, or be expecting to obtain, at least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level from a UK university, or overseas equivalent. These courses will suit a wide variety of candidates and we welcome applicants from all academic fields.

MSc Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence 2026 entry £29,900 for UK students £38,150 for EU and international students Applicants must have, or be expecting to obtain, at least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level from a UK university, or overseas equivalent. We consider applications from a wide range of degrees including economics, business, engineering, psychology, geography, sociology, and politics. The course requires strong numeracy and IT statistical ability ability, demonstrated in their undergraduate degree.

MSc Accounting & Financial Management 2026 entry £35,080 for UK students £43,580 for EU and international students Applicants must have, or be expecting to obtain, at least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level from a UK university, or overseas equivalent. MSc Accounting & Sustainability 2026 entry £34,230 for UK students £42,730 for EU and international students Applicants must have, or be expecting to obtain, at least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level. A related undergraduate degree is not an entry requirement. MSc Business & Finance 2026 entry £31,450 for UK students £39,950 for EU and international students Applicants will need to demonstrate strong quants. This can be shown in mathematics, statistics or econometrics. Ideally, candidates will have also studied some finance. This should be evidenced by a 2.1 honours degree or overseas equivalent.

MSc Finance 2026 entry £37,700 for UK students £44,950 for EU and international students To succeed on these courses, applicants will need strong mathematics and statistics or econometrics ability and knowledge of substantial elements of finance at Undergraduate level. This could be demonstrated by at least a 2.1 or overseas equivalent in a relevant subject at Undergraduate level. For applicants with a quantitative degree at Undergraduate level, but who have not yet studied Finance, we offer a finance booster course that they can take at their own pace in Summer 2026. If they’re required to take a booster course this will be set as a condition of offer. MSc Finance & Economics 2026 entry £34,290 for UK students £41,540 for EU and international students The finance programmes are challenging technical courses. To succeed on these courses, applicants will need strong mathematics and statistics or econometrics ability. This could be demonstrated by at least a 2.1 or overseas equivalent in a relevant subject at Undergraduate level. Applicants will normally need a degree in economics, or have had a substantial economics component, and they must have taken courses in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory at an intermediate level. For those with a quantitative degree, but who have not yet studied Finance or Economics, we offer a supplementary course that students can take at their own pace in Summer 2026. We may require engagement with this supplementary course, depending on academic backgrounds.

MSc Financial Technology 2026 entry £37,700 for UK students £44,950 for EU and international students Applicants must have, or be expecting to obtain, at least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level from a UK university, or overseas equivalent. Applications are welcomed from all disciplines.

MSc Mathematical Finance 2026 entry

£34,290 for UK students £41,540 for EU and international students

This degree is highly specialised and is mathematically challenging. Applicants will need strong ability in mathematics and finance, and experience in statistics or econometrics, evidenced by a 2.1 or 1st in mathematics, statistics, physics or another relevant quantitatively- focused Undergraduate degree. A clear emphasis in their choice of Undergraduate electives on the aforementioned areas will strengthen their application. Whilst applicants will develop all necessary advanced skills on the course, confident foundations in mathematics (in particular sound knowledge of probability theory, linear algebra and differential calculus) are necessary to build on.

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MSc entry requirements

MSc Management 2026 entry £30,320 for UK students £38,570 for EU and international students They must have, or be expecting to obtain, at least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level from a UK university, or overseas equivalent. Our students come from diverse backgrounds including arts, social sciences, humanities, engineering mathematics, and we welcome students from all academic backgrounds.

MSc Management of Information Systems & Digital Innovation 2026 entry £29,200 for UK students £37,450 for EU and international students At least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level. We welcome applications from all disciplines. Don’t worry if you haven’t got prior IT experience because this course is not designed as a ‘tools and techniques’ course. We do not require you to have prior knowledge of information technology.

MSc Marketing & Strategy 2026 entry £29,200 for UK students £37,450 for EU and international students Applicants must have, or be expecting to obtain, at least a 2.1 honours degree at Undergraduate level from a UK university, or overseas equivalent. This stream will suit a wide variety of candidates and we welcome applicants from all academic fields.

For the latest information on fees, including those for 2026 entry, please see our website.

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MSc FAQs

How do you submit an application and what is the process? The application process is online and there is no interview. Applicants will have to pay an application fee (for 2026 entry, this will be £75). Applicants can make more than one application but there will be an application fee for each application. We recommend applicants provide a tailored personal statement for each course they apply for. The required documents to apply are: ■ Undergraduate transcripts (and a list of final year modules if they are still studying) ■ Personal statement ■ CV ■ Details of at least one academic referee. Following the submission of an application and payment of the application fee, the applicant will receive an email from the Postgraduate Admissions team with a Warwick ID number and a link to access the upload facility. They can then upload the supporting documents in order for the application to be considered. The turnaround time is usually between six to eight weeks. Processing times vary and may take longer during busier periods. Applicants should read the entry requirements carefully on the WBS website. What are the deadlines for application? Places are limited and applications should be submitted as soon as possible. If all places are filled, applications for the course will close.

What is the guidance for applicants with work experience? Our MSc courses are designed as pre- experience courses and many students will have recently graduated and may have little or no work experience. Having said that, there are a mixture of students of all ages and backgrounds on all of our courses and the fact that someone has several years work experience does not mean that they will not be suitable for the course; it simply means that they are likely to be studying alongside students with less work experience than themselves. If a candidate has significant work experience, they may be more suited to one of our MBA courses.

Talk to us

Danielle Carroll MSc Recruitment Manager

Do applicants need to take an English language test?

E Danielle.M.Carroll@warwick.ac.uk E MastersRecruitment@wbs.ac.uk T +44 (0)24 7615 0333

All of our MSc courses have English language requirements which are fully detailed in the entry requirements for each course. If an applicant is a non-native English speaker and has been educated entirely in English for the duration of their degree, and completed this qualification within the last two years, this may be sufficient to satisfy the University of their language skills without the need for a formal test. Applicants should speak to the Masters Recruitment team about their individual situation. When will an applicant get their CAS? The CAS process will usually start in May depending on UK Visas and Immigration processes. To avoid any unnecessary delays, applicants should check their emails regularly and respond to requests for information in a timely manner. CAS cannot be assigned if an applicant has not accepted their offer and paid a deposit.

Ross John MSc Assistant Business Development and Recruitment Manager E MastersRecruitment@wbs.ac.uk T +44 (0)24 7615 0333

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MBA courses

OUR MBA FORMATS

Full-time MBA

Global Online MBA

Global Online MBA (London)

Executive MBA

Executive MBA (London)

Accelerator MBA (London)

Format

Full-time

Part-time

Format

Part-time

Duration

Intensive one year programme 2 years (extendable up to 5 years)

2 years (extendable up to 5 years)

When?

Daytime

Flexible

Intensive 4 day blocks (Wednesday to Saturday) every 6 weeks

Alternate weekends (typically Friday and Saturday)

3 or 4 day in-person blocks every 8 weeks plus online sessions

Where?

University of Warwick campus

Home study plus at least 3 in-person learning opportunities

Where?

University of Warwick campus

The Shard, London

The Shard, London plus home study

Start dates

September 2026

January 2026 or June 2026

March 2026 or September 2026

September 2026

March 2026

Who is it for?

A year to invest in their future and immerse themselves in the MBA experience. The fastest route to achieving an MBA, applicants will be looking to achieve a significant career transition following their MBA, whether that be a new role, new industry, or new location. Applicants will have at least three years’ professional business experience, post- graduation, and a well-balanced GMAT, GRE, or Warwick Test score.

Established professionals looking for maximum flexibility. Most learning will take place online, wherever they are in the world. However, they’ll benefit from a global network of online learners during live teaching and group work, plus their residential weeks at our Warwick campus and one required face- to-face elective. Applicants will have at least three years’ professional experience, and they should be able to demonstrate progression in their career, which could include increased people management, budgetary and/or project management responsibilities. In a typical cohort, our participants have, on average, around 12 years of professional business experience.

Established professionals looking for maximum flexibility. Most learning will take place online, wherever they are in the world. However, they’ll benefit from a global network of online learners during their live teaching and group work, plus their residential weeks at WBS London, The Shard and one required face-to-face elective. Applicants will have at least three years’ professional experience, and they should be able to demonstrate progression in their career, which could include increased people management, budgetary and/or project management responsibilities. In a typical cohort, our participants have, on average, around 12 years of professional business experience.

Senior professionals, ready to take their leadership or entrepreneurship to the next stage, without stepping out of work. They’ll learn part-time at our Warwick campus, creating strong networks with both their cohort of senior professionals, and their industry-focused module leaders. They’ll need at least 4 years’ management experience and our applicants typically have more than 10 years’ professional experience. They’ll be able to evidence consistent progression including increased people management, budgetary and/or project management responsibilities.

Senior professionals, ready to take their leadership or entrepreneurship to the next stage, without stepping out of work. They’ll learn part-time at our London base, creating strong networks with both their cohort of senior professionals, and their industry-focused module leaders. They’ll need at least 4 years’ management experience and our applicants typically have more than 10 years’ professional experience. They’ll be able to evidence consistent progression including increased people management, budgetary and/or project management responsibilities.

Those in their early to mid-career who are looking for a part-time programme to give them the tools to match their ambitions and make an immediate impact. A blended course delivered online and in person at The Shard, London, this dynamic programme will accelerate their progression to help them reach, and exceed, their leadership potential. Applicants must have at least 3 years’ professional work experience. We don’t require management experience, but they should be able to demonstrate progression within their career and a desire to move into management and leadership.

Specialisms available

■ Entrepreneurship ■ Digital and AI ■ Healthcare ■ Social and Environmental Sustainability.

■ Entrepreneurship ■ Social and Environmental Sustainability.

■ Entrepreneurship ■ Digital and AI ■ Healthcare ■ Social and Environmental Sustainability.

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