Leadership & Management MSc

Course overview

The course brings together relevant contemporary academic theory and research with a practical understanding of how organisations operate. Through the development of an understanding of contemporary business and management issues, the programme involves you in a demanding process of personal and professional development.

A distinctive element of the programme is the opportunity to gain professional accreditation from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) alongside the academic award.

This programme:

• Supports the development of international marketing skills.
• Uses assessment methods which mirror organisation-based activities.
• Provides a supportive platform for critical reflection through the application of academic theories to real scenarios.
• Involves participation in active and supportive forums drawing on practical expertise.
• Will give you excellent personal and academic support. You will be allocated an academic tutor to support you throughout the programme.

Career outcomes

The programme will enable you to improve your ability to work in diverse groups and teams and enhance your project management and decision-making capabilities, which is crucial when leading in business. The leadership and negotiation skills you develop during your MSc, as well as your contacts and knowledge, will put you in a great position to take this leap. Our dedicated start-up programme Grad2Director is available alongside this programme where you can work with our specialist team and apply for funding opportunities to start your own company. The Grad2Freelancer programme is also available for those who wish to work on a freelance or consultancy basis.