MBA in Film, TV and New Media

Build Your Career in Film, TV and New Media

Focus on business and leadership in the creative industries, combining MBA studies with specialist knowledge of film, television and new media.

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Applications open for September 2027

MBA students at Richmond American University London

Start date: September 2027
Location: Chiswick, London
Duration: 12 months Full-time2 years Part-time
Tuition fees (full-time): £16,100 UK £20,700 International

What is the MBA in Film, TV and New Media pathway about?

Develop the business and leadership perspective to navigate the changing film, television and digital media industries.

This specialist pathway brings a creative industries focus to MBA study, connecting business thinking with the commercial, strategic and organisational challenges facing screen and new media businesses.

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Television

New Media

Why choose Film, TV and New Media?

Combine business education with a specialist understanding of the creative industries, developing the knowledge and skills to navigate a changing media landscape.

Industry-focused learning

Explore the business of film, television and digital media, including the commercial challenges facing creative organisations.

Business and leadership

Develop management and leadership skills that can be applied across the creative and media industries.

London location

Study in London, a major centre for film, television, digital media and the wider creative industries.

Practical learning

Apply business knowledge through projects and practical activities designed to develop professional skills.

Interested in this MBA pathway?

Find out more about studying Film, TV and New Media.

Explore the programme

Discover how the MBA in Film, TV and New Media combines core business and management knowledge with specialist learning focused on the creative industries. Explore the programme structure, teaching and assessment, career opportunities and entry requirements.

Structure

How is the MBA in Film, TV and New Media structured?

The MBA in Film, TV and New Media combines core business and management study with a specialist focus on the creative industries. You will develop knowledge in business strategy, leadership and management while exploring the commercial environment of film, television and digital media.

Programme overview

The programme is worth 36 US credits (180 UK credits) and combines taught courses, Business Research and a final project.

Core MBA study: Develop essential knowledge in business, management, strategy and leadership.
Film, TV and New Media pathway: Explore business challenges and opportunities within the screen and digital media industries.
Final project: Complete an internship with an assessed industry report or an independent research project.

Study options

The MBA offers full-time and part-time study options, depending on your entry point and study schedule.

Full-time, September entry: Complete the programme in 12 months.
Full-time, spring entry: Complete the programme in 16 months, or in 12 months if you study during the summer semester.
Part-time, September entry: Complete the programme over two years.

Please contact Admissions to confirm available intake dates and study options.

Specialist pathway

The Film, TV and New Media pathway connects MBA learning with the business and management challenges facing creative organisations. It provides a specialist perspective on the commercial, strategic and organisational aspects of the media industries.

Final project

Apply your knowledge through an internship with an assessed industry report or an independent research project, bringing together your business and management learning.

For further details about the MBA programme structure and study arrangements, please refer to the main MBA programme page.

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Teaching and Assessment

How will you learn and be assessed?

The MBA in Film, TV and New Media combines business and management education with opportunities to explore the creative industries. Teaching and assessment are designed to develop your analytical thinking, problem-solving and leadership skills.

How you will learn

You will explore business concepts and their application to management and decision-making, with a specialist focus on the commercial and organisational environment of film, television and digital media.

The programme encourages you to connect business theory with practical challenges and develop the skills needed to evaluate opportunities, communicate ideas and make informed decisions.

Teaching methods

Learning may include a combination of:

Lectures and seminars
Group discussions and presentations
Case studies and business analysis
Independent study and research
Collaborative learning activities
Practical business projects

Assessment methods

Assessment methods may vary between modules and are designed to evaluate your understanding of business concepts and your ability to apply them in different contexts.

These may include written assignments, reports, presentations, research activities and project-based assessments.

Applying your learning

The final project provides an opportunity to bring together your MBA learning through an internship with an assessed industry report or an independent research project.

Teaching and assessment arrangements may vary by module. Please refer to the relevant programme and module specifications for further details.

Careers

Where could this MBA pathway take you?

The MBA in Film, TV and New Media is designed for those interested in the business and management side of the creative industries. It can help you develop the knowledge and transferable skills relevant to a range of professional opportunities across film, television and digital media.

Explore potential career paths

Depending on your previous experience, interests and professional goals, potential career areas may include:

Film and television production management
Media business development
Digital media strategy
Content and distribution management
Creative project management
Marketing and audience development
Media operations and administration
Creative entrepreneurship

Skills for the creative industries

Alongside specialist industry knowledge, the MBA aims to develop business and leadership capabilities that can be applied across different organisations and professional settings.

Strategic thinking and decision-making
Business planning and management
Leadership and collaboration
Commercial awareness
Problem-solving and analysis
Communication and project management

Develop your professional direction

Whether you are looking to progress within the creative industries, move into a management role or explore your own business ideas, this pathway provides an opportunity to connect MBA learning with your professional interests.

Career opportunities depend on individual experience, skills and employment circumstances. The examples above illustrate potential professional directions rather than guaranteed graduate outcomes.

Entry Requirements

Interested in studying the MBA in Film, TV and New Media? Find out more about the academic qualifications, English language requirements and application process for our MBA programme.

Academic requirements

Applicants to this specialist pathway are assessed against the entry requirements for the Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Please refer to the main MBA programme page for the latest academic entry criteria and information about relevant qualifications and experience.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency. The requirements depend on your qualifications and individual circumstances.

Please check the University’s postgraduate English language requirements before applying.

How to apply

Applications for the MBA in Film, TV and New Media follow the postgraduate admissions process. You can review the programme information and application guidance before submitting your application.

Check the latest entry requirements

For full details of academic qualifications, English language requirements and the application process, please visit the main MBA programme page.

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Fees and Funding

Explore tuition fees and funding information for the MBA in Film, TV and New Media. Fees may vary depending on your fee status, entry year and mode of study.

Tuition fees

The following figures are indicative and should be confirmed against the published fees for your intended year of entry.

UK students

£16,100

Indicative tuition fee

International students

£20,700

Indicative tuition fee

Funding your studies

Depending on your circumstances, you may wish to explore postgraduate funding, scholarships or other financial support options available to eligible students.

We recommend reviewing the latest funding information and eligibility criteria before applying.

Need more information?

Our Admissions team can help you find out more about tuition fees and the application process.

Contact our Admissions team

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about the MBA in Film, TV and New Media, including programme structure, career opportunities, study options and applications.

What is the MBA in Film, TV and New Media?

The MBA in Film, TV and New Media at Richmond American University London combines core business and management education with specialist learning focused on the film, television and digital media industries. The pathway explores business strategy, leadership and management in the context of the creative industries.

Students develop business knowledge alongside an understanding of the commercial and organisational challenges facing creative businesses.

How is this pathway different from a general MBA?

A general MBA provides a broad education in business and management. The Film, TV and New Media pathway combines core MBA learning with a specialist focus on the creative industries, allowing students to explore business and management challenges in film, television and digital media.

For more information about the wider MBA programme, visit the Master of Business Administration programme page.

Do I need experience in film, television or media to apply?

What career opportunities could this MBA pathway lead to?

The MBA in Film, TV and New Media can support the development of skills relevant to business and management roles across the creative industries. Potential career areas include film and television production management, media business development, digital media strategy, content distribution, creative project management and media entrepreneurship.

Career opportunities will depend on your previous experience, professional interests and individual circumstances.

How long does the MBA in Film, TV and New Media take to complete?

The MBA programme offers full-time and part-time study options. The published programme structure includes a 12-month full-time route for September entry and a two-year part-time route. Spring-entry full-time study may take 16 months, or 12 months with summer study.

Availability of study options for the Film, TV and New Media pathway should be confirmed with Admissions. You can also review the main MBA programme page for further details.

Does the programme include an internship or practical project?

The MBA programme includes a final project route in which students complete either an internship with an assessed industry report or an independent research project. These options provide opportunities to apply business and management knowledge to professional or research-based challenges.

An internship is an optional route and should not be interpreted as a guaranteed placement. Students should confirm the available final project arrangements for their pathway.

How can I apply for the MBA in Film, TV and New Media?

You can apply through the postgraduate admissions process at Richmond American University London. Applicants should review the academic entry requirements, English language requirements and supporting documentation before submitting an application.

Visit the postgraduate admissions page for application guidance, or contact our Admissions team if you have any questions.

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