Bedford has two public universities - University of Bedfordshire and Bedford College, both offering a range of academic and vocational qualifications. There is also Stella Mann College of Performing Arts private college specialized in dance and musical theatre.

Sports management courses can help students improve their understanding of the sports industry, which will help them fulfill the duties required for managerial positions in a number of sports related businesses and organizations.

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom and Britain, is a sovereign state located off the northwestern coast of continental Europe. The two most famous (and oldest) universities are Oxford and Cambridge (often referred to as Oxbridge by many Britons). England also has several other world-class institutions, including several in London (notably Imperial College, the London School of Economics, University College London and King's College London, all are part of London University).

A master of business administration (MBA) is a professional degree given to those who study business management at a business school. Various forms of analysis and strategy are covered including operations, marketing, finance, and accounting.