Master of Business Administration
Accredited by Cardiff Metropolitan University, 1-Academia’s MBA is the definitive pathway for the modern leader.
This internationally recognised, practitioner-focused MBA, transforms experienced managers into strategic global leaders through critical reflection and business innovation, by bridging the gap between specialised operational expertise and C-suite strategy.
Through our unique Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)-friendly framework, we turn your years of experience into a Master’s degree that is recognised from Singapore to London.
Master of Business Administration
- Part-time only
- 1-Academia Graduate Diploma required
- SkillsFuture Credit-eligible
Designed for F&B professionals — such as chefs, operations, or bar managers — who have built years of experience in their role and are ready to step into broader, generalist business leadership roles.
Through its core modules, you will gain a clear understanding of how each part of a business works together — equipping you to lead the entire organisation, not just your own domain.
Programme Structure
Upon successful enrolment, you will first embark on a Graduate Diploma as a foundational pathway.
Completing these 8 modules equips you with a Level 7 Diploma in Business Management:
- Service Planning and Implementation for Leaders
- Service Planning and Implementation for C-Suite
- Service Innovation for Leaders
- Service Innovation for C-Suite
- Service Leadership for Leaders
- People and Relationship Management for Leaders
- Digital and Social Media Marketing
- Project Management
Entry Requirements
Local Candidates
1) A pass in diploma and above in any field and be at least 21 years old,
OR
2) Be a mature candidate (at least 30 years old) with 8 years of relevant supervisory or management experience in F&B / MICE or lifestyle industry
English Language Requirements
GCE ‘O’ Level pass in English (min. C6)
WPL Level 6
IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent for international students)
Successfully passed a tertiary program (min. 24 months) conducted in English
International Candidates
A pass in degree and above in any field and be at least 21 years old, with at least 5 years in F&B industry.
English Language Requirements
GCE ‘O’ Level pass in English (min. C6)
WPL Level 6
IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent for international students)
Successfully passed a tertiary program (min. 24 months) conducted in English
Don't meet the entry requirements?
We strongly encourage candidates with extensive industry experience to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If you do not qualify for direct entry, our admissions team will advise you on alternative preparatory pathways or foundation courses that can qualify you for admission.