MBM Global Master of Business & Management

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

University for the Creative Arts Epsom Campus

Program Overview

The Global Master of Business & Management (MBM) at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is perfect for anyone who wants to combine solid business skills with a creative edge. Over one year, you’ll learn how to manage and lead in industries like media, design, fashion, and entertainment, preparing you to step confidently into leadership or entrepreneurial roles.

Curriculum structure

Term One – You’ll start by getting a strong foundation in business and marketing for creative industries. Through modules like Marketing Strategy and Digital Futures and Business Economics in the Creative Industry, you’ll explore how businesses operate, how marketing works in creative sectors, and how economic principles shape decision‑making.

Term Two – Next, you’ll dive deeper into global business and organisational culture. People and Global Culture in the Creative Industry helps you understand human behaviour and cultural influences on business, while Operations and Supply Chain Management in the Creative Industry shows you how to keep creative projects running smoothly and efficiently on a global scale.

Term Three (Final Major Project) – In your final term, you’ll apply everything you’ve learned to a major self‑directed project. With guidance from tutors, you’ll create a real-world business project tailored to your interests, giving you practical experience and something impressive to show potential employers.

Focus areas: Global business for creative industries, marketing, operations, economics, cultural awareness, project-based learning.

Learning outcomes: Gain leadership and business skills for creative sectors, understand operations and economics in creative contexts, develop global and cultural awareness, and complete a major project ready for real-world application.

Professional alignment (accreditation): This master’s degree is recognised internationally and equips you for managerial, leadership, or entrepreneurial roles in creative industries.

Reputation (employability / rankings): UCA is well-known for combining creativity with business expertise, helping graduates secure roles in marketing, communications, analytics, and creative business leadership.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At UCA, the Global Master of Business & Management isn’t just about reading theory — it’s about doing. From day one, you’ll work on real business problems, collaborate with classmates, and build your skills through hands-on projects. The course is designed so that every assignment, workshop, and the final major project mirrors real-world challenges in creative industries. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry-standard software, you’ll get a true taste of professional life while still in university:

Here’s how you’ll gain practical experience:

Final Major Project: Your term-three project lets you dive deep into a business challenge of your choice, with guidance from tutors and research support to make it as close to real-world practice as possible.
Case Studies & Applied Work: Learn by solving real-world business problems in creative industries, from marketing strategies to operations and global supply chain challenges.
Creative-Business Facilities & Digital Tools: Access digital media suites (Mac & PC), Adobe Creative Suite, print and photography studios, and the modern UCA library to research, design, and present your projects professionally.
Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with tutors and your peers on group projects and workshops, giving you feedback, insight, and experience similar to working in a professional team.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Completing the Global Master of Business & Management at UCA opens the door to exciting roles where creativity meets business. Graduates often step into positions like Global Marketing Manager, Communications Manager, Data & Analytics Manager, or Global Technology Specialist, applying their business skills directly to creative industries. The course is designed to make you confident and job-ready, giving you the practical knowledge and connections to hit the ground running:

UCA Careers & Employability Services: Dedicated support for CVs, applications, interviews, and networking with employers in creative and business sectors.
Strong graduate outcomes: Around 79% of graduates are employed within 15 months, with many entering leadership or specialist roles in their chosen fields.
Industry‑focused networks: The programme is part of UCA’s Business & Management postgraduate school, meaning your learning and connections are geared specifically toward global creative industries.
Long-term value: This recognised master’s degree equips you with globally relevant business and management skills, valuable for leadership roles or entrepreneurial ventures.
Versatile career paths: With skills in marketing, operations, strategy, supply chain, and global business, you can work across sectors or even launch your own creative enterprise.

Further Academic Progression:

If you’d like to continue studying after the MBM, you could pursue advanced master’s degrees or research-focused programs in areas like creative business, luxury business, or global marketing. UCA’s other postgraduate courses in Brand Management, Luxury Business, or Global Marketing & Communications are a natural next step, letting you specialise further while building on the skills you’ve already gained.