Program Overview
The MSc Management program at the University of Nottingham equips students with comprehensive management skills and leadership abilities through a combination of theoretical analysis and real-world case studies. Graduates are prepared for successful careers in diverse sectors, including industry, commerce, and the public sector, with excellent earning potential. The program is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute and boasts "triple crown" accreditation, ensuring its global recognition and relevance in the management field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MSc Management program at the University of Nottingham aims to equip students with a comprehensive set of essential management skills and develop them as strategic leaders with the potential to excel in global management positions. The program provides a thorough analysis of theoretical perspectives on management and leadership through real-world case studies. Graduates of this program can pursue successful careers in industry, commerce, or the public sector, with excellent earning potential.
Outline:
Course Content:
The program consists of 120 credits of taught modules across the autumn and spring semesters, each typically comprising 10 two to three-hour sessions. Students complete a 60-credit dissertation over the summer, supervised by an assigned dissertation supervisor.
Modules:
Core Modules:
- Business Economics
- Managing People
- Principles of Accounting
- Principles of Marketing
Semester Two:
- Research Methods for Management Studies
- Strategy and Leadership
Summer:
- Dissertation
- Business Project
Optional Modules (Two from):
- Business to Business Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Launching an Entrepreneurial Business
- Managing for Sustainability
- Sustainable Tourism Management
Assessment:
Assessment methods vary depending on the module. Some modules involve individual assignments, such as in-depth examinations of businesses of choice, testing students' understanding of management theory and its application. Exams may also be the primary assessment method for certain modules, while others combine multiple assessment methods. The program culminates in the completion of an individual management dissertation.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a combination of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, and workshops. Lectures deliver cutting-edge theory, while seminars and tutorials facilitate critical discussions and theory application. Students also have the opportunity to enhance their digital capabilities by pursuing industry-recognized Microsoft and SAP certifications alongside their degree program.
Careers:
Graduates of the MSc Management program are well-positioned for careers in various fields, including:
- Accountants
- Finance and investment analysts
- Higher education teaching professionals
- Investment bankers
- IT business analysts
- Management consultants
- Marketing professionals
- Public relations professionals
- University researchers Some graduates have pursued doctoral studies or become entrepreneurs, supported by the university's Ingenuity Lab.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), allowing students to obtain a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice upon successful completion of specific modules and the MSc Management degree. This brings them closer to achieving full Chartered Manager status.
- The program is part of an elite group of business schools worldwide to gain "triple crown" accreditation from EQUIS, AMBA, and AACSB.
- The University of Nottingham Business School has over 27,000 alumni, providing a powerful global network of business contacts.
- The program is ranked among the top 100 in the world and top 15 in the UK in the QS World University Rankings: Masters in Management Rankings 2024.
| Fees Details | UK/Home Students | International Students | | --- | --- | --- | | Tuition Fees | £14,700 | £28,600 |
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Entry Requirements:
Home / UK students:
- Undergraduate degree 2:1 (or international equivalent) in any discipline, excluding business and/or management
EU / International students:
- Undergraduate degree 2:1 (or international equivalent) in any discipline, excluding business and/or management
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in each element)