Program Overview

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MBA Entrepreneurship MBA

Introduction

Benefit from a broad, analytical and integrated introduction to business and management, with our Entrepreneurship MBA. Face real-world challenges and experience practical, hands-on learning throughout.

Already have an ARU degree? You may be eligible for our Alumni Scholarship for students starting postgraduate courses.

You want the skills to not only successfully manage a business for your employer, but also the skills needed to go out on your own. You require the skillset used by entrepreneurs to develop their own ideas and create their own organisational structure – as well as to manage and administer it.

The Entrepreneurship MBA at ARU is a broad analytical study of business, with a focus on entrepreneurship. It will give you a comprehensive awareness of organisational issues and the ability to evaluate the potential outcomes of complicated or problematic situations, in a variety of contexts.

There’s the option to study with us for two years, and gain valuable experience in Year 2, with a choice of professional experience modules.

Course Options

• 1 year full-time
• 2 years with professional experience

Key Facts

• STUDY OPTIONS: 1 year full-time
• START DATES: January, September
• LOCATION: Cambridge
• FEES:
  • £20,200 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time)
  • £20,200 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time)

Teaching and Assessment

1 year full-time

• Whole course

Whole course

Based in Cambridge, our Entrepreneurship MBA features five modules focused on business development, strategy and management; entrepreneurial thinking; and some of the key areas that underpin all successful businesses, including finance.

As well as these five modules you’ll complete a Postgraduate Major Project.

You'll benefit from clear and relevant content throughout the course – along with access to advanced materials and knowledge, engaging online multimedia content and practical, visual and enjoyable in-class activities.

Modules are subject to change and availability.

We place a strong emphasis on practical and professional skills. You’ll be assessed on work-based assignments, research projects, syndicate work and group presentations.

• Developing a Proposition
• Organisational Psychology in a Social Context
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Management and Strategy
• Finance for Decision Making
• Entrepreneurial Action - PG Major Project

Entry Requirements

Standard entry requirements

• A first degree of 2:2 or above plus relevant experience.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Important additional notes

Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.

Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course; please email for further information. Applicants to undergraduate courses can also check our information about undergraduate entry qualifications.

You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.

Fees and Paying for University

Tuition fees for UK students (2025/26)

£20,200 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time)

ARU graduates may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship and get a 20% fee discount.

Fees are payable upfront, in full or in instalments, but there's no need to pay until you've accepted an offer to study with us. Find out more about paying your fees and about postgraduate loans and funding.

Tuition fees for international students (2025/26)

£20,200 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time)

You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter

Find out about paying your fees.

Facilities and Accreditation

Study for an Entrepreneurship MBA at ARU and:

• take advantage of our MBA Scholarship
• take an optional placement year in industry
• make connections with local employers
• attend business events, seminars and talks
• get business support and mentoring through our start-up hub
• pitch for start-up funding in our annual business competition.

Outstanding student support

Join our postgraduate student community and:

• benefit from award-winning learning facilities, including extensive library and IT resources
• learn from expert staff who will guide your research interests and career development
• receive full support from our Employability Service, while you're studying with us and after you graduate
• access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.

Chartered Management Institute

As an MBA student at ARU, you’ll bolster your advanced management training with Level 7 CMI accreditation, thanks to our partnership with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). This qualification gives you a considerable competitive advantage and offers an effective route to career progression.

Lecturers

• Christopher Kerry
• Lewis Walsh
• Tabish Zaman
• Tom Stacey
• Frank Nyame-Asiamah
• Nektarios Tzempelikos

Careers

Studying a postgraduate degree is a great way to develop your career, increase your earning potential and study a subject you love. Our Entrepreneurship MBA focuses on providing a broad, analytical and integrated study of business and management. As a graduate you could start your own business, enter a managerial or organisational role, or offer support and knowledge to colleagues in junior or senior management roles.

To enhance your employability even further, as part of your course, you will have the option to undertake a work-based placement. The module aims to provide you with valuable industry experience in a business environment.

You'll be able to manipulate data to aid decision and policy making. You may ultimately work at managerial and directorial levels in a wide range of financial environments.

Graduation doesn’t have to be the end of your time with us. You could choose to continue your academic career with a PhD programme at ARU. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and save £400 on your fees.