Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
2025-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT
MSc / PGDip
Accredited by the University of Warwick
Overview
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are big for business. SMEs account for over half of employment worldwide, with governments increasingly prioritising their development to absorb the growing global workforce. Such enterprises need qualified managers with the right skill set to succeed, and our Enterprise Management postgraduate course provides the perfect preparation for you to help meet this demand and make your mark in the business world.
This exciting business master’s course focuses on the formation and growth of new ventures, and will help to equip you with that all-important entrepreneurial mindset that can be applied to a range of settings. You will learn to develop and apply vital enterprising attributes, behaviours and competencies towards venture creation and the creation of cultural, social or economic value.
Featuring a blended learning approach, our Enterprise Management master's course provides you with further opportunities to gain hands-on skills and experience by studying in our cutting-edge facilities. You will also have the opportunity to engage with industry experts and work alongside entrepreneurs on live projects.
Why should I choose to study Enterprise Management MSc / PGDip?
- PRACTICAL APPLICATION – ‘Learn by doing’ through live project work and developing your own business start-up ideas.
- EXPERT TUITION – Interact and engage with business experts who will mentor you to ensure you develop the skills and knowledge to succeed
- FLEXIBLE LEARNING – Blended delivery provides flexibility for you to weave your study around work commitments
- NO EXAMS - If you are not keen on exams, this course is for you. Unlike many degrees in this field, you will have no written exams during or at the end of the course and will be assessed through practical assessments and coursework only
- AWARD-WINNING UNIVERSITY – Study at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023)
Our facilities
Students on our business courses have the opportunity to study in our cutting-edge Financial Trading Suite.
Our £44 million Moss House campus includes an exhibition space to showcase your work to assessors and prospective employers.
Students on our finance-related modules have the chance to learn in our Financial Trading Suite on campus, featuring 21 workstations, large wall screens and a scrolling ticker providing real-time global market information
Course breakdown
Core Modules
- Starting and Managing a Business
- The aim of this module is to provide you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge of setting up, managing or growing your own venture. You will learn about the entrepreneurial mindset and how your own management style can influence the growth and direction of your business. You will develop a toolkit of business start-up concepts including finance methods, business planning, market research, human resources, marketing and legal, including registering your venture. You will investigate several high profile and successful business start-ups as well as learning from businesses who got it wrong, so you don’t make the same mistakes. You will finish this module with a complete pitch deck for your new or growing venture and have the opportunity to present it to a group of venture capitalists and angel investors.
- Creativity and Innovation
- With the fast pace of change and uncertain times, creativity has never been more important. The aim of this module is to provide you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge of creativity and innovation, including how to manage your own creative personality and how to drive your ideas through the organisation. You will cover the impact of rapid digital change, intensifying global competition and how creativity stems from the environment and culture of your organisation. The module will draw on theories of creativity and innovative cultures and examine the sociological and economic, as well as looking at theories of the firm in relation to design and composition for innovation. You will also examine the barriers to creativity and reflect on a range of case studies that demonstrate the impact of innovation on a worldwide scale.
- Leading for the Future
- As the world enters the fourth industrial revolution, you don’t want to get left behind. This module focuses on a wide range of concepts that prepare you to lead an organisation through a time of rapid change and disruption. We will focus on you as an ethical leader, developing values of sustainability, well-being and flexibility for your team as well as examining how digital transformation will impact on your business and on the lives of your customers. Interconnectedness is at the heart of Industry 4.0, and we will examine the rise of social enterprises and the ethical consumer and how innovations in artificial intelligence, augmented reality and robotics can improve your venture’s ability to be agile and constantly evolve.
- The Entrepreneurial Decision Maker
- Entrepreneurs need to be great decision makers. In many cases the buck will stop with you, and you won’t have a huge team around you to share the risk. This module teaches you about decision-making theory, examines how to create a team of effective decision makers and gives you the diagnostic tools to formulate, assess, screen and reach the required outcome. You will also learn how to evaluate previous decisions, so you don’t make the same mistake twice. Finally, you will examine data sources and learn how to gather and manipulate information to reach a balanced business decision.
- Applied Masters Project (MSc only)
- This module extends and develops your knowledge and ability in focusing upon, and preparing for, industry research. It introduces you to the disciplines of research techniques and data analysis as well as the design and execution of a research project. The project can take various forms including a traditional dissertation, generating a new enterprise start-up plan, developing a business or marketing campaign, or proposing new processes/systems/products/target markets. The aim is to develop your skills and expertise in the essential research tools you will need for both successful postgraduate study and as a self-employed entrepreneur or manager of the future.
Entry requirements
Academic
- MSc Enterprise Management– A grade classification of 2:2 is required, or international equivalent.
- PGDip Enterprise Management – A grade classification of third-class is required, or international equivalent.
- There are no subject pre-requisites for this programme.
Work-based
- We also consider applicants who are currently employed and wish to apply to University College Birmingham.
- To apply, you must have five years of relevant managerial work experience, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the sector for the subject matter you are interested in pursuing.
- A reference detailing your roles and responsibilities from your line manager and a meeting with the programme team will usually be scheduled prior to a place being offered.
International students
For academic and English entry requirements for EU and international students, please visit the Country Specific Information page.
Key information
Teaching and assessment
Providing accessible and inclusive teaching and learning through a block, blended pedagogy, our course will allow you to focus on understanding individual topic areas, while providing flexibility for you to plan your study around your work commitments.
The course will be delivered through a range of methods which include attending lectures, seminar debates, enterprising workshops, and interacting with guest speakers and leading entrepreneurs from industry. You will also be expected to engage with independent reading and research to ensure an interactive and personalised learning experience.
You will be assessed in a variety of ways to encourage the development of a full portfolio of entrepreneurial and management skills and competencies. These include case studies, presentations, online debates, assessed seminars, executive reports, business start-up and development plans, and business pitching.
Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our **Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategy **.
Timetable
We understand that you need to balance study with work, so wherever possible your lessons will be timetabled into 2-3 days a week.
Tuition fees for home students
If you are a home student enrolling on a postgraduate degree course at University College Birmingham in 2024/2025 , the tuition fee forfull-time study will be£9,350 per year. Forpart-time study , the fee will be £4,675 per year.
In 2025/2026, the tuition fee for[Band 4] courses forfull-time study will be£12,000 per year. Forpart-time study , the fee will be£6,000 per year.
Tuition fees for international students
If you are an international student (or have been fee assessed as an international fee payer) and enrolling on a full-time postgraduate degree course in 2024/2025 , the fee for the academic year will be£15,000. If you complete a placement year, there will be an administration fee of £500 for a full year or£250 for a half-year placement.
In 2025/26 , the tuition fee for[Band 3] courses will be£20,750 for the academic year.
Career opportunities
The example roles and salaries below are intended as a guide only.
- Business development manager (Postgraduate)
- Average Salary: £37,500
- Management consultant
- Average Salary: £50,000
- Project manager (postgraduate)
- Average Salary: £60,000
- Business adviser (postgraduate)
- Average Salary: £40,000
- Financial manager
- Average Salary: £35,000
- Business owner
- Variable
Meet your lecturers
- Beverley Compaore
- Head of Department - Business and Enterprise
- Craig Hopkins
- Lecturer in Business and Enterprise
Program Outline
- Develop and apply crucial enterprising attributes, behaviors, and competencies towards venture creation and cultural, social, or economic value creation.
Description:
- Focuses on the formation and growth of new ventures.
- Emphasizes a blended learning approach, providing hands-on skills and experience through the Digital Creative Studio and Financial Trading Suite.
- Offers opportunities for engagement with industry experts and entrepreneurs.
- Features a practical curriculum with "learn by doing" experiences through live project work, business start-up development, and media skills development in the Digital Creative Studio.
- No exams; assessments are based on practical tasks and coursework.
Outline:
Modules:
- Starting and Managing a Business: Covers business start-up concepts, including finance, planning, market research, human resources, marketing, legal aspects, and pitch deck development.
- Creativity and Innovation: Addresses the impact of rapid digital change, global competition, and fosters creativity and innovation within an organization.
- The Entrepreneurial Decision Maker: Develops decision-making skills, including team building, evaluation, and data analysis.
- Applied Masters Project: Allows students to choose from a dissertation, business start-up plan, marketing campaign, or new processes/systems/products/target markets.
Structure:
- Blended learning approach allows for flexibility.
- Lectures, seminars, workshops, guest speakers, and independent study.
- Assessment through case studies, presentations, online debates, assessed seminars, executive reports, business plans, and business pitching.
Assessment:
- Variety of assessment methods used to develop a full portfolio of entrepreneurial and management skills.
- No written exams.
- Focus on practical application and real-world problem-solving.
Teaching:
- Blended pedagogy allows for individual focus while offering flexibility.
- Lectures, seminars, workshops, guest speakers, and industry experts.
- Interactive and personalized learning environment.
- Emphasis on developing a full portfolio of entrepreneurial and management skills.
Careers:
- Potential careers include business development manager, management consultant, project manager, business advisor, financial manager, and business owner.
- Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths in various industries.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the University of Warwick.
- Students have access to the Digital Creative Studio and Financial Trading Suite.
- Opportunities for engagement with industry experts and entrepreneurs. Combining hands-on experience, expert guidance, and a strong focus on developing an entrepreneurial mindset, this program equips graduates for diverse career paths and leadership roles in various industries.
MSc, MA) in 2023/24, your fee for this academic year will be £14,500 per year. The course fee for academic year 2024/2025 is £15,000 per year.
University College Birmingham
Overview:
University College Birmingham (UCB) is a vibrant and welcoming institution located in the heart of Birmingham, England. It offers a diverse range of academic programs, including undergraduate, postgraduate, apprenticeship, and college courses. UCB is known for its world-class facilities, which have been significantly enhanced through a £200 million investment.
Services Offered:
The context does not provide specific details about the services offered to students.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCB boasts a supportive and friendly student community, where students can forge lifelong friendships and find a sense of belonging. The institution offers campus tours led by student ambassadors, who provide insights into student life and facilities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class facilities:
UCB has invested heavily in its campuses, equipment, and resources, providing students with a high-quality learning environment.University of Warwick accreditation:
Many of UCB's programs are accredited and awarded by the University of Warwick, a prestigious Russell Group university, ensuring high academic standards.Location:
Situated in the heart of Birmingham, UCB offers students access to a thriving business environment, beautiful green spaces, vibrant nightlife, and a diverse cultural scene.Student choice:
UCB is the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice, as recognized by the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024.Academic Programs:
UCB offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate:
A variety of undergraduate degree courses.Postgraduate:
A selection of postgraduate degree courses.Apprenticeships:
Higher level apprenticeships.College:
College courses.Other:
Entry Requirements:
UK Students:
- Academic Requirements:
- A grade classification of 2:2 is required for the MSc Enterprise Management program.
- A grade classification of third-class is required for the PGDip Enterprise Management program.
- Work-Based Requirements:
- Applicants with five years of relevant managerial work experience and in-depth knowledge of the subject matter may apply.
- A reference from your line manager detailing your roles and responsibilities is required.
- A meeting with the program team will typically be scheduled before a place is offered.
International Students:
- Academic Requirements: