Business
Our flexible courses allow you to tailor your studies to your career goals, with specialist options in marketing, human resource management, international tourism, hospitality, event management and business administration. You'll explore the latest developments in your chosen field while developing the knowledge and skills employers are looking for.
At Hertfordshire Business School, you'll learn from experienced academics and industry professionals through live projects, case studies and practical business challenges. You'll develop your understanding of business strategy, leadership and innovation while applying your learning to real business situations.
Through our links with employers including Google, Ocado, Marriott Hotels and Lloyds Bank, you'll have opportunities to attend guest lectures, build professional networks and gain industry experience. Many of our courses are also accredited by professional bodies, helping you prepare for the next stage of your career.
Why choose Herts
Postgraduate study in business at the University of Hertfordshire will deepen your business knowledge and prepare you for the next stage of your career. Learn from experienced academics, explore contemporary business challenges and benefit from strong industry links, specialist facilities and opportunities to build your professional network.
Herts postgraduate alumni have gone on to successful careers in leading companies including HSBC, Accenture, Royal Mail, and Amazon, taking on roles such as senior managers, consultants, and financial analysts.
Guardian Top 50 University
We've been ranked for teaching quality, student satisfaction and graduate success in the Guardian University Guide 2026.
7th in the UK
for overall postgraduate student satisfaction (Postgraduate Taught Survey, 2026).
World leading research
Ranked in the top 25% of all UK universities for research impact (Research Excellence Framework, 2021).
Outstanding postgraduate employability
96% of postgraduates in work/study (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2026).*
Explore our courses
The MSc Management is designed to provide you with a multidisciplinary approach to management. Upon graduation, you'll be equipped with the personal and professional skills needed to be competent and...
Course and module structure This programme is for those wishing to study project management at postgraduate (Master's) level. You will gain the knowledge, skills and understanding required for a...
The MSc International Business (Standard Pathway) is a one-year, full-time programme designed for students who want to gain a comprehensive understanding of global business operations in a condensed...
The course offers a coherent and intellectual learning experience, providing you with a critical understanding of the subject and enabling you to employ the tools of analysis used by a wide range of...
The MSc Manufacturing Management programme is designed to provide a rigorous and systematic understanding of the field, equipping students with the critical awareness and knowledge required to become...
The Master of Research in Digital Management is an innovative and research-led flagship programme crafted to provide you with the expertise needed to explore and address the challenges and...
A research degree from the University of Hertfordshire is internationally recognised and signifies high levels of achievement in research. On the PhD Finance programme, you will develop extensive...
The MSc International Business with Applied Business Skills is a two-year postgraduate programme designed for students who want to develop practical business expertise without undertaking a...
MSc Digital Marketing at the University of Hertfordshire is a specialist, practice-driven degree designed to develop advanced knowledge and skills in digital marketing, supporting career progression...
A Masters by Research in Business Analytics offers an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent...
A Masters by Research in Operations Management offers an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent...
The MSc Management is designed to provide you with a multidisciplinary approach to management. Upon graduation, you'll be equipped with the personal and professional skills needed to be competent and...
from 2023/24 graduates, in employment or further study 15 months after graduation.