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Discover Kent Business School. We are a triple accredited business school at the University of Kent. An international community with students from over 100 different nations, we are the perfect place to take the next step and make rapid progress in your career.

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We are Kent Business School.

And we're here to help you get to wherever you want to go. You'll be joining a diverse and dynamic postgraduate community designed to put your ambitions at the centre of everything we do. Study your specialism and sharpen your focus next to driven and talented students being taught by world-leading experts who share your passion for business. With postgraduate courses across business, management, finance, analytics and our flagship MBA programme, you'll gain the extra edge you need to realise your ambitions.

Top 1%

Kent Business School has achieved the prestigious ‘Triple Crown’ accreditation, being accredited by EQUIS, AASCB and AMBA, putting us in the top 1% of business schools globally.

World-leading

In the QS World University Rankings 2024, the University of Kent has been ranked 39th within the UK and is in the top 25% of Higher Education Institutions worldwide.

Kick-start your career

Business and Management at Kent was ranked 25th out of 118 in The Guardian University Guide 2024.

Break into marketing

Marketing at Kent was ranked 12th for graduate prospects in The Complete University Guide 2024.

Global recognition

Kent Business School is placed 34th in the 2023 Shanghai Global Rankings of Academic Subjects for Business Administration, which places us at 12th in the UK.

Research with impact

80% Of KBS' research deemed ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent' (REF2021)

Set your own pace

Discover our range of postgraduate courses at Kent Business School. Get the the extra edge you need to take the next step in your career or switch focus and thrive in a new field. 

  • Taught Masters

    Master of Business Administration - MBA

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    The CMI and AMBA-accredited Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a prestigious and internationally recognised degree of the highest status. Studying the MBA, you learn about organisations and the context in which they operate, re-interpret these organisational frameworks and apply this acquired knowledge, practically. MBA students frequently springboard into high-calibre roles.  

  • Taught Masters

    International Business and Management - MSc

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    Our CMI and IOE&IT-accredited MSc International Business and Management course is amongst the most far-reaching of our postgraduate courses, you'll learn an overview of global strategy, global value chains, international accounting and organisational behaviour, managing the multinational enterprise, within human resource management in a global context and international accounting for decision making.   

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    Business Analytics - MSc

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    Our MSc Business Analytics course is delivered by published academics and in collaboration with industry leaders. You’ll learn the skills, technologies, applications and practices to become an expert in interpreting and analysing enterprise data effectively. Also available with an optional Industrial Placement.  

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    Digital Marketing and Analytics - MSc

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    Our CIM-accredited MSc Digital Marketing and Analytics course has a strong focus on marketing metrics and a large practical element. It allows you to apply theoretical knowledge and hit the ground running with top-end skills needed for digital campaigns for any business. Also available with an optional Industrial Placement.  

  • Taught Masters

    Finance - MSc

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    Our CFA, PRMIA and GARP-accredited MSc Finance course sculpts graduates who understand the financial needs and risks of enterprise and have a good handle on the systems and longstanding practices to succeed in this field. Taught by academic experts and co-designed with industry experts, our MSc develops highly employable graduates. Further, our Bloomberg Finance Lab allows students to apply their learnings to real business data. Also available with an optional Industrial Placement.  

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International Scholarships

We want you to be able to study without focusing on finances. Discover how we support you.
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Entry requirements

Check out our entry requirements specific to your country.
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How to apply

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Study support

From day one, you'll be supported by workshops and 1-1 appointments, so you can reach your academic potential.
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Your future

Our award-winning careers and employability team are on hand to support you in realising your ambition,
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Health and wellbeing

We'll help boost your wellbeing at Kent through events and community activities, as well as offering specific mental health support.
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International Scholarships

We want you to be able to study without focusing on finances. Discover how we support you.
shield-check

Entry requirements

Check out our entry requirements specific to your country.
register

How to apply

Make sure you have all the top-tips on applying, so your application shows off all the best things about you.
pencil

Study support

From day one, you'll be supported by workshops and 1-1 appointments, so you can reach your academic potential.
compass2

Your future

Our award-winning careers and employability team are on hand to support you in realising your ambition,
heart

Health and wellbeing

We'll help boost your wellbeing at Kent through events and community activities, as well as offering specific mental health support.
Straight away, I found the course exciting. It included hands-on projects and detailed coursework. I loved the fact that our professors are industry specialists, so they have hands-on experience of what they are teaching us.
Sapna Tiwari, MSc Strategic Project Management

Set the pace

MBA

Our AMBA accredited MBA delivers practical and applicable knowledge to develop innovative mindsets and responsible management skills not just for your personal development – but for the advancement of local and global communities.   

This course welcomes a diverse cohort of global business leaders who aspire to become drivers of positive change within their industry and beyond.  

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Our Accreditations

The rundown on all of our accreditations and what they mean for you.

CABS

Being a member of CABS means that KBS are committed to turning our research into viable business and embedding EDI into our activities.

EQUIS

EQUIS accreditation is a high-level recognition of our high standards, and our aim to keep raising them. We proud to be in the top 1% in the world, but we want to be higher.

AACSB

AACSB's process includes 'a rigorous external review of a school’s mission, faculty qualifications, curricula, and ability to provide the highest-quality programs'.

AMBA

AMBA are a leading association who spearhead excellence and innovation in global postgraduate management education. Their accreditation puts our MBA programme amongst the best in the world.

SBC

Our SBC charter recognises our work in small business support, student entrepreneurship, and local engagement. We are committed in building better business and our students are key to our mission.

PRME

Kent Business School is a signatory member of the UN 'Principles for Responsible Management Education'. This is a part of our commitment to building sustainble business and a sustainable tomorrow.

EFMD

Kent Business School is a member of EFMD Global. EFMD provide the EQUIS accreditation, and as a member we are part of their mission driving quality improvement in the sector across the globe.

Why study at Kent?

An international hub

We are an international hub with students from over 100 different nations. You'll join a diverse community excited to welcome you to the UK.

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Free Sports Membership

Find your community, get healthy and have fun...all on us! At Kent you will receive a free sport and fitness membership for your first year as soon as you join us.

Guaranteed Accommodation

Find your home from home. If you apply and make Kent your firm choice by 30 June, as a full time student you'll be guaranteed accommodation.

Get an employability edge

Kent has leading careers and employability support. Your ambition is our ambition so wherever you want to go, the first step is Kent.  

250+ clubs and societies

Whether your passion is sport or sustainability, there are lots to choose from. We have societies created by our international students for finding a community away from home.

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