MSc Business Transformation

Why study this course?

• Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), granting CMI Level 7 Certification in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice and Foundation Chartered Manager Status.

• Membership with AACSB and the Business Graduates Association (BGA), offering global recognition and career development resources.

• Learn using industry-standard tools such as Salesforce, Amazon Web Services, and SPSS.

• 100% online delivery for flexible study from anywhere in the world.

• Practical, assessment-based learning—no exams.

• Supported by Arden’s virtual campus, iLearn, providing access to extensive academic resources, virtual classrooms, and a professional peer community.

Entry requirements

Academic Route

Minimum Age: 18 years

Applicants must provide evidence of their highest academic qualification, which may include:

• Level 3 Qualifications (A Levels, NVQ Level 3, Diploma, Certificate, or Access to Higher Education Diploma) 
• International Baccalaureate 
• High School Level Qualifications 
• Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (for example, GCSEs, NVQ Level 2, Diploma, or Certificate) 

Work Route

Minimum Age: 21 years

Applicants who do not meet formal academic entry criteria may apply through the Work Route. This route recognises relevant professional experience in the field, or related industries as an alternative pathway into higher education. Some exceptions may apply for applicants with professional experience in other fields. This entry route ensures that motivated and experienced candidates can progress academically and professionally.

English Language Proficiency

If English is not the first language, applicants must complete an approved free English language test that assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted.

Interview

All applicants are required to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team as part of the selection process.

Assessments

You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark. You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future. Unlike on more traditional business degrees, you won’t be sitting any exams on this course. This means you’ll have the opportunity to align your studies to how you’ll help transform your organisation’s operations and functions once you have completed the course. We employ a variety of teaching methods to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience. These methods include:

• Reflective analyses and strategic plans.

• Digital business analysis reports.

• Software appraisals and transformation strategy proposals.

• Negotiated assessments and peer-reviewed projects.

• A final independent Business Transformation Project, focusing on digital strategy implementation and management within a real or simulated organisation

Modules

Study & Career Progression

• Change Manager

• Project Director

• Chief Technological Officer

• Business Transformation Consultant

• HR Director

• Technical Project Lead

• Business Development Manager

Graduates will also gain eligibility for professional membership and recognition with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), providing a pathway towards full Chartered Manager status.

Additionally, Arden’s Enterprise Incubator offers mentorship, networking, and business development support for graduates who wish to start their own ventures or pursue entrepreneurial opportunities.

Student Fee's & Finance

The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.

If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.

• Tuition fee loans cover the full cost of your course and are paid directly to the course provider.
• Maintenance Loan pays for day-to-day living expenses like rent, bills, food and books. Unlike the fees loan, it's paid directly to your student bank account once a term and you can spend it on anything you like.
• Student Finance has to be paid back, however, you only make Student Loan repayments once you've left your course AND are earning enough. Repayments vary with your salary, and stop altogether if your income drops too low.
• Students can also apply for other types of special support grants, such as childcare grants or Disabled Students' Allowance if eligible.
• Moreover, almost all universities offer a selection of student bursaries. These are cash gifts you usually don't have to repay.