Program Overview

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Introduction to the Management MSc Program

The Masters in Management is an intensive program that equips non-business graduates with practical knowledge in financial management, marketing, and strategy. This program is designed to help students gain the essential skills to thrive in the global business environment.

Why Choose This Program

• Benefit from a globally recognized program that prepares students to excel in the competitive global job market.
• Master advanced management concepts in finance, marketing, and strategy, designed for non-business backgrounds to succeed globally.
• Solve real-world business challenges through practical case studies, enhancing critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Understand current business issues, along with their historical and environmental impacts, essential for strong management.
• Put knowledge into practice in areas like marketing, strategy development, international management, and organizational development, gaining valuable experience for future careers.
• Benefit from the personalized Adam Smith Business Schools Skills Award, balancing academic knowledge with vital employability skills to help reach career goals.

Program Structure

Students will take six core courses and one optional course, and complete a substantial independent piece of work/project. There are also non-assessed, compulsory workshop programs, involving participation in a series of reflective learning exercises that include induction events, strategic case analyses, and debates.

Core Courses

• Accounting for Management
• Delivering Performance
• International Management
• Organisational Behaviour
• Responsible Leadership
• Strategic Management

Optional Courses

• Cultural Change Management in Organisations
• Digital Transformation: New Models of Business
• Systems Thinking and Simulation for Performance Improvement

Research Project

• Dissertation (MGT) OR Project (MGT)

Career Prospects

This degree prepares those with no previous experience of business and management for a wide range of careers in senior management. Recent graduates have gone on to roles including business development manager, finance & operations commercial manager, and sales director, and have been employed by international organizations such as PricewaterhouseCoopers, E&Y, and BMW. The university has a dedicated careers and employability team who provide 1-2-1 support and advice, group workshops, employer events on campus, and networking opportunities throughout the year to help with career prospects.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees for MSc

Home & RUK

• Full-time fee: Ł15,156

International & EU

• Full-time fee: Ł36,720

Fee Status

• Fee status guidance

Deposits

International and EU applicants are required to pay a deposit of Ł2,000 when an offer is made.

Deposits: Terms & Conditions

The following guidelines will apply in determining whether a deposit will be refunded. Where the deposit is refunded, a 25% administration fee will be deducted unless otherwise stated.

• Deposits WILL be refunded to applicants under the following circumstances:
  1. Where the University is unable to offer you a place on the program as specified on the offer. A full refund will be issued in this case.
  2. Death of a close family member (parent/guardian, grandparent, sibling, spouse, child/dependent). Official evidence (signed and stamped) must be provided.
  3. SERIOUS ill health of the applicant or a close family member (parent/guardian, grandparent, sibling, spouse, child/dependent). Official evidence (signed and stamped) must be provided.
  4. Applicant does not meet conditions of offer. This may be academic or language test requirements. Satisfactory evidence must be uploaded to the students applicant self-service to prove that they have not met the conditions of their offer (note that applicants who do not meet the language condition of their offer must show reasonable attempt to meet this, i.e., they must provide at least two language tests which were taken after the date the deposit was paid).
  5. Visa / ATAS refusal: we will only consider a refund if the visa / ATAS refusal was based on matters outside of the applicants control.
  6. If a refund request is received within 14 days of the deposit being received, a full refund will be issued under the Consumer Protection Regulations.
• Deposits WILL NOT be refunded to applicants under the following circumstances:
  1. An applicant decides not to attend the University for any reason not outlined above.
  2. Personal financial constraints / unsuccessful scholarship application.
  3. Applicant has decided to defer in this situation, the University will retain the deposit and hold it against the applicants account to secure their place for the following year of entry. You may defer twice. After the second deferral, standard conditions will apply.
  4. There is still time to meet the English language test requirement before the final upload date. Please see section a) 4.
  5. Visa / ATAS was applied for too late. Please see section a) 5.
  6. Any documents used for admission are proven to be fraudulent. We work in partnership with Qualification Check to check academic qualifications. English language qualifications are verified with the provider.
  7. The refund request is received more than 30 days after the official course start date as outlined in your offer email.

Timeframe for Requesting a Refund

Refund requests must be received no later than 30 days after the official course start date as outlined in your offer email.

Receiving a Refund

1. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, the University will pay all refunds to the original payer using the source payment details. This is known as a return to source payment.
2. All appropriate documentation and evidence relating to the original payment must be provided, when requested.
3. All payments and refunds are in GBP currency - the University is not responsible for any exchange rate fluctuations or beneficiary bank charges associated with the refund.
4. Where University-approved payment methods have not been used, this may cause significant delays or prevent payment altogether.
5. We will aim to issue the deposit refund within 8 weeks of receipt of information per point 2 above. At peak times, this may be longer.

Additional Fees

• Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT program): Ł370
• Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: Ł350
• Registration/exam only fee: Ł170

Funding Opportunities

ASBS Entrepreneurial Leaders Award

The Entrepreneurial Leaders Award recognizes exceptional students who embody the Adam Smith Business Schools core values around entrepreneurial leadership, enlightened thinking, and engaged learners.

ASBS India Achievers Award

The Adam Smith Business School Indian Achievers Award recognizes outstanding students from India who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to creating positive change.

ASBS Chinese Pathway to Purpose Award

The Adam Smith Business School Chinese Pathway to Purpose Award recognizes exceptional students from China who demonstrate strong academic achievement, purposeful leadership, and a dedication to making a meaningful impact.

ASBS Scottish Excellence Award

The University of Glasgow is offering a number of Adam Smith Scholarships for Academic Session 2026/2027. Scholarships are available to students entering the below Adam Smith Business School full-time postgraduate taught programs.

ASBS Global Impact Scholarship

The Adam Smith Business School (ASBS) Global Impact Scholarship seeks to attract exceptional students from diverse backgrounds who aspire to make a meaningful difference in the world.

Banco de Mexico

The Mexican National Bank (Banco de Mexico) provides special loans for students who wish to undertake a program of postgraduate study.

The Snowdon Trust Masters Scholarship

The Snowdon Trust Masters Scholarship is accelerating exceptional Disabled Students through masters programs into leadership positions to create change.

CONACyT (Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnologia) / FUNED Agreement

CONACYT offers a non-refundable scholarship, a monthly stipend, and medical insurance of an approximate total of $20,000 USD.

ANID (la Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo)

The University of Glasgow offers a 25% discount to all successful ANID scholars who enroll at the University of Glasgow to complete a postgraduate program.

University of Glasgow African Excellence Award

The University of Glasgow African Excellence Award aims to support high-achieving students from across Africa in their journey to become Future World Changers.

University of Glasgow Caribbean Excellence Award

The University of Glasgow Caribbean Excellence Award aims to support high-achieving students from across the Caribbean in their journey to become Future World Changers.

World Changers Glasgow Scholarship

The University of Glasgow is proud to announce the World Changers Glasgow Scholarship for September 2026/January 2027 entry to acknowledge incredible applicants from India, Singapore, Nigeria, Thailand, Pakistan, Malaysia, Vietnam, Israel, Jordan, Palestinian Territories, Syria, Yemen, Chile, Brazil, Lebanon, Colombia, and Mexico.

Glasgow Excellence Award (UK)

The University of Glasgow has a total of 40 Glasgow Excellence Scholarships available to UK students entering any of the Universitys Colleges.

Postgraduate Access Scholarship

The University of Glasgow is pleased to be offering Postgraduate Access Scholarships to support Home students who could face financial difficulties in taking up their place to study at the University.

World Changers Glasgow Scholarship PGT (EU)

The University of Glasgow continues to be committed to ensuring a strong relationship with our existing and future EU students, and supporting EU talent to make their home at the University of Glasgow.

Global Leadership Scholarship

The University of Glasgow has several Global Leadership Scholarships available to International fee students starting a postgraduate taught Masters program in any discipline for Academic Session 2026/2027.

GREAT Scholarships 2026

In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, University of Glasgow is offering 5 scholarships to students in Greece, Spain, Pakistan, Kenya, and Bangladesh applying for postgraduate courses in any subject.

The Humanitarian Scholarship

We are delighted to announce the launch of the University of Glasgow Humanitarian Scholarship, created to support Displaced and Conflict-Affected (DACA) applicants applying for Postgraduate Taught (PGT) programs for 2026 entry.

Chevening Scholarship

Please note that the Chevening Scholarships are now closed for application for the 2026/27 academic year.

Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans

Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans are EU-guaranteed loans with favorable pay-back terms.

Postgraduate Student Loan (Scotland and EU)

Eligible full-time and part-time students, undertaking an eligible postgraduate course, can apply for a tuition fee loan up to a maximum of Ł7,000 towards their course.

Postgraduate Loans for Welsh Students

If you are a Welsh student looking to study a postgraduate program in Glasgow, then you can apply for a student loan in exactly the same way as you would for a Welsh University.

Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loans England only (PTFL)

If youre an English student looking to study a taught Masters program in Glasgow, then you can apply for a student loan.

Colfuturo Fundacion para el Futuro de Colombia

The University of Glasgow offers discounts to all successful Fundacion para el Futuro de Colombia (Colfuturo) scholars who enroll at the University of Glasgow to complete a postgraduate program.

Commonwealth Scholarship Schemes

Commonwealth Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development.

India Excellence Award

The India Excellence Award aims to support exceptional students from the country in their journey to become Future World Changers.

Postgraduate Student Loan (NI)

If you are a Northern Irish student looking to study a taught Masters program in Glasgow, then you can apply for a student loan in exactly the same way as you would for a University in Northern Ireland.

DAAD-University of Glasgow 1-year Masters grant

The University of Glasgow will offer a full tuition waiver to those students that successfully apply and are nominated by DAAD to the University.

Sanctuary Scholarships

The University of Glasgow Sanctuary Scholarship has been created to support applicants with Refugee or Asylum Seeker status who are currently living in the UK and hold an offer to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year.

Alumni Discount

To recognize our returning University of Glasgow graduates, we are pleased to offer a 20% tuition fee discount to eligible self-funded alumni starting a Postgraduate Taught (PGT) Masters or Postgraduate Research (PGR) program in the 2026/27 academic year.

The Clan Gregor Society Prize

The Clan Gregor Society is offering an award to incoming students to the University of Glasgow who descend from Clan Gregor.

Travel Bursary for Forced Migrants

The University of Glasgow is offering travel bursaries to assist with public transport travel costs, to support undergraduate and postgraduate students who are currently asylum seekers and who could face financial difficulties in taking up their place to study at the University for 2026 entry.

The Dima Alhaj Scholarship

The Dima Alhaj Scholarship was set up in 2024 in memory of a University of Glasgow alumna.

Glasgow Highland Society Scholarship

The University of Glasgow is excited to promote this scholarship opportunity on behalf of the Glasgow Highland Society.

Entry Requirements

• 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject.
• This is a generalist degree for students whose previous studies have been in disciplines outside of business and management, but are thinking about working in, or starting a business.

English Language Requirements

For applicants from non-English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Government, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training)

• 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0
• IELTS One Skill Retake Accepted
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of the program start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

Common Equivalent English Language Qualifications Accepted for Entry to This Program

• TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome)
• Pearsons PTE Academic
• Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
• Oxford English Test
• LanguageCert Academic/Academic Online
• Password Skills Plus
• Trinity College Integrated Skills in English II
• Kaplan Test of English

Alternatives to English Language Qualification

• Degree from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
• Undergraduate 2+2 and 3+1 degrees from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)

Pre-sessional Courses

The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the English for Academic Study Unit Pre-sessional courses.

How to Apply

To apply for a postgraduate taught degree, you must apply online. We cannot accept applications any other way.

Documents

As part of your online application, you also need to submit the following supporting documents:

• A copy (or copies) of your official degree certificate(s) (if you have already completed your degree)
• A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained
• Official English translations of the certificate(s) and transcript(s)
• One reference letter on headed paper
• Evidence of your English language ability (if your first language is not English)
• Any additional documents required for this program (see Entry requirements for this program)
• A copy of the photo page of your passport

Application Deadlines

International & EU Applicants

Due to demand for degree places on this program, the University has an application process with application rounds which recognizes that different geographical areas complete and submit their applications at different times of the year. This process aims to ensure fairness and equity to applicants from all geographic regions.

Round 1 Application Dates: 1 October 2025 to 5 November 2025

All International and EU applications submitted within these dates will be reviewed with no priority given to any geographic region. You will receive our decision on your application by 16 January 2026.

Round 2 Application Dates: 6 November 2025 to 17 December 2025

All International and EU applications submitted within these dates will be reviewed with no priority given to any geographic region. You will receive our decision on your application by 4 March 2026.

Round 3 Application Dates: 18 December 2025 to 4 February 2026

Priority will be given to under-represented geographic regions. You will receive our decision on your application by 15 April 2026.

Round 4 Application Dates: 5 February 2026 to 25 March 2026

Priority will be given to under-represented geographic regions. You will receive our decision on your application by 6 May 2026.

Round 5 Application Dates: 26 March 2026 to 13 May 2026

Priority will be given to under-represented geographic regions. You will receive our decision on your application by 17 June 2026.

Round 6 Application Dates: 14 May 2026 to 8 July 2026

Priority will be given to under-represented geographic regions. You will receive our decision on your application by 29 July 2026.

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