Westminster Business School

Westminster Business School is the business school of the University of Westminster, situated at the Marylebone campus in central London. It traces its roots back to the Royal Polytechnic Institution, established in 1838, which began offering management programmes. The business school itself was officially founded in 1971. Since then, it has grown to become one of London’s notable centres for business education.

The school is organised into four faculties: the School of Applied Management, the School of Finance and Accounting, the School of Management and Marketing, and the School of Organisations, Economy and Society. It offers a variety of degrees including BSc (Hons), MSc, MBA, and PhD programmes. Westminster Business School’s MBA programme gained accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) in 1987, and the school holds further accreditations from professional bodies such as ACCA, APM, CFA Society of the UK, CIM, CIMA, CIPD, CIPFA, CMI, PMI, and ICAEW. It is one of fewer than 70 schools globally to have dual accreditation from both AMBA in the UK and AACSB in the United States.

Westminster Business School is known for its practical and applied approach to teaching, focusing on preparing students for professional roles in business. The school supports a diverse student body of around 5,000, representing many cultures and countries. It offers programmes across a wide range of fields including management, digital business, international business, marketing, finance, accounting, human resource management, economics, entrepreneurship, project management, construction, and property management.

The school actively collaborates with international partners and engages in consultancy and applied research to support organisational development. In 2020, it was ranked 73rd in The Complete University Guide list of top business schools in the UK.

Westminster Business School is the business school of the University of Westminster, located at its Marylebone campus in central London. The origins of the school can be traced back to the Royal Polytechnic Institution, founded in 1838, which began delivering management programmes. Westminster Business School itself was formally established in 1971 as part of the University of Westminster.

Since its establishment, the school has developed a wide range of business and management courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive levels. Its MBA programme received accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) in 1987, marking a significant milestone in the school’s development. Over the years, Westminster Business School has expanded its academic structure and is currently divided into four faculties: the School of Applied Management, the School of Finance and Accounting, the School of Management and Marketing, and the School of Organisations, Economy and Society.

The school has built a reputation for professional business education with a focus on practical and applied teaching. It has established a large and diverse academic staff with expertise in business, consultancy, and research. Westminster Business School also collaborates internationally and maintains strong links with industry through consultancy, applied research, and thought leadership.

In terms of professional recognition, Westminster Business School holds accreditations from numerous national and international bodies. These include the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Association for Project Management (APM), CFA Society of the UK, Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA), Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Project Management Institute (PMI), Management Development Network, and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

The school offers a broad range of programmes in various disciplines including management, digital business, international business, marketing, accounting, finance, human resource management, economics, entrepreneurship, project management, construction, property management, development, and investment.

In 2020, Westminster Business School was ranked 73rd in The Complete University Guide’s list of top business schools. The school is also among fewer than 70 business schools worldwide to hold dual accreditation by AMBA in the UK and AACSB in the United States.

Westminster Business School offers a wide range of courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive levels, covering various areas of business and management. The school provides broad-based degrees in management, digital business, and international business. These programmes are designed to equip students with foundational knowledge and skills applicable across multiple industries and sectors.

In addition to general management degrees, Westminster Business School offers specialised programmes in marketing, accounting, and finance. These courses focus on developing expertise in their respective fields and preparing students for professional roles. Human Resource Management (HRM) is another key area, with courses that cover workforce planning, organisational behaviour, and employment law.

The school also delivers programmes in economics, entrepreneurship, and project management. Economics courses provide an understanding of market mechanisms, policy implications, and economic analysis. Entrepreneurship programmes encourage the development of business ideas, innovation, and enterprise management. Project management courses focus on the principles and practices required to plan, execute, and close projects effectively.

Westminster Business School offers courses in construction and property management, aimed at students interested in the built environment and real estate sectors. These programmes cover topics such as project delivery, property valuation, and development. The school also provides education in development and investment, focusing on financial analysis, investment strategies, and sustainable growth.

All programmes at Westminster Business School have recognition, endorsement, or accreditation from a variety of national and international professional bodies. This ensures that the courses meet industry standards and equip students with relevant qualifications for their careers.

The school’s executive education includes professional and executive courses designed for working professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge. These courses cover leadership, management development, and specialised business areas, supporting continuous professional growth.

In the 2020 Complete University Guide, the University of Westminster was ranked 117th overall in the UK. This ranking reflects various factors, including student satisfaction, staff-student ratio, and graduate prospects. 

The Guardian's 2020 league table for business, management, and marketing does not list Westminster Business School among the top 30 institutions. Despite these rankings, Westminster Business School has received accreditation from several professional bodies, including the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Additionally, the school has been recognised for its international student body, being ranked among the top 20 in the world for the percentage of international students, according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021.

According to the 2015 data from the Higher Education Careers Services Unit, 82.9% of University of Westminster graduates were either employed or engaged in further study six months after completing their undergraduate degrees. Of those employed, 53.4% were in graduate-level positions, which is slightly below the national average of 69% for all graduates. Within this cohort, Westminster Business School graduates had a graduate-level employment rate of 51.8%, indicating a slightly lower proportion compared to the overall university figure.

• Westminster Business School - London | University of Westminster
• Westminster Business School | Wikipedia 
• Business and Management - London | University of Westminster
• MBA from University of Westminster | Shiksha 
• Westminster Business School | Top Universities
• Westminster Business School | University of Westminster | Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University
• Westminster Business School | MBA