Pre-Master's in Business
& Management
The Pre-Master's Programme in Business and Management is designed to equip students with the English language proficiency, academic study skills, and core business and management knowledge needed to progress confidently to a postgraduate degree in the UK.
A structured bridge to your UK postgraduate degree.
Delivered from the Oxford International Study Hub in Abuja, the Pre-Master's Programme builds the English language proficiency, academic study skills, and core business and management knowledge you need to progress confidently to a Master's degree at a UK university partner.
Duration
3 & 6 months pathways
Progression
To a UK Master's degree
Flexible pathways, multiple entry points
This is a 3 & 6 month programme, built to cover all academic areas for a student to achieve their Pre-Master's. With four intakes across the year, you can start at the time that best fits your plans.
Duration
3 & 6 months — a focused pathway covering all academic areas needed to complete your Pre-Master's and progress to your postgraduate degree.
Intakes
What you'll study
A focused set of modules building the academic, language, and business knowledge you need for postgraduate success.
Progress to a Master's degree
On successful completion of the Pre-Master's Programme, students progress into a Master's degree at one of our university partners — with guidance and support through Oxford International every step of the way.
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Who can apply
The Pre-Master's Programme welcomes applicants from a range of academic backgrounds. Entry requirements vary depending on the pathway length (1-term or 2-term) you choose.
- Nigerian HND GPA 2.5/4.0 or 5.0 for 2-term
- Nigerian HND GPA 3.5/4.0 or 5.0 (in relevant subject area) for 1-term Pre-M
- Nigerian University Degree (3rd Class) for 1-term Pre-M
- Benin Republic: completion of a 3-year licence with min 10/20 for 2-term (no 1-term option available)
- Standard Pre-M language requirements — 5 ELLT / 5.5 IELTS
- High school certificate (WAEC / NECO)
Where you can progress
Check the institutions where you can make your progression after the completion of the pathway programme through Oxford International Digital Institute.
View InstitutionsGlobal Hubs Brochure 2025/26
Download the full Oxford International Global Hubs brochure for programme details, university partners, and how to apply.