Master in Creative Business

At National Film and Television School, the application deadline for the Jan 2027 intake is Nov 30, 2026; tuition is 18,000 GBP per year.

The Master in Creative Business at the National Film and Television School is a 2-year degree that teaches you how to launch and manage media businesses. This program is for students who want to work in the entertainment industry, including film, TV, games, and digital entertainment.

You will learn about industry operations, creative ideas, business models, marketing, finance, and legal agreements. The course is taught by experienced professionals from the creative industries and includes seminars, reading, assignments, and research tasks.

After graduating, you can work as a creative entrepreneur, entertainment manager, media consultant, business development manager, or production executive for companies in the film, TV, and digital entertainment industries.

The National Film and Television School in Beaconsfield, United Kingdom, established in 1971, is a compact and highly specialized institution focused on film, television and games. With around 700 students and roughly 294 international students, NFTS combines a studio-style learning environment with close mentorship from working professionals. The school emphasizes craft, storytelling and technical excellence, helping students build portfolios and reels that reflect industry standards.

Students choose from 42 specialist programs and benefit from access to film stages, postproduction suites, sound facilities, camera and lighting equipment, motion capture and VFX labs. Learning is project-based: teams produce short films, series pilots and interactive projects under realistic production schedules. Regular guest lectures, masterclasses and production partnerships connect students with producers, broadcasters and post houses, while alumni placements and festival successes demonstrate clear pathways into professional roles.

International applicants find dedicated support for admissions and visas, alongside information about scholarships and funding opportunities. Beaconsfield is close to London, giving students practical exposure to the UK media industry while preserving a focused campus atmosphere. Prospective students should prepare a strong creative portfolio, show collaborative experience and clarify career goals to take full advantage of NFTS resources and industry networks.