Management, MSc, University of Leeds

Course content

Taken over both semesters, the Management in Practice module forms an important part of the course. It's designed to equip you with the professional skills you need to function effectively as a manager in a contemporary business setting. You'll cover team working, leadership, presentation skills, self-development and employability - and you'll be able to draw on input from a variety of sources including the Business School's corporate partners.

You'll study a range of core modules around this, which build the business knowledge and skills you'll need to succeed as a manager. You'll be introduced to entrepreneurship and the process of starting a new business, effective decision making and operations and supply chain management. Then you'll examine approaches to strategic management and gain a broad understanding of accounting, marketing principles and organisational behaviour.

There will also be opportunities to gain specialist knowledge in areas that suit your career plans and interests. You'll choose one optional module, allowing you to focus on a topic of your choice.

In addition, a module in research design and analysis will prepare you to complete your dissertation in the final semester. This is an independent research project on a topic of your choice, which can be tailored to meet your individual career goals.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Creation 15 credits
• Marketing for Management 15 credits
• Effective Decision Making 15 credits
• Behaviour in Organisations 15 credits
• Strategic Management 15 credits
• Management in Practice 15 credits
• Operations and Supply Chain Management 15 credits
• Dissertation 30 credits
• Financial Reporting and Analysis 15 credits
• Research Design and Analysis 15 credits

Optional modules

You'll also choose one optional module.

• Human Resource Management: An International Perspective 15 credits
• Information Tools for Organisations 15 credits
• Understanding and Managing Effective Groups and Teams 15 credits

For more information on typical modules, read Management MSc in the course catalogue

Learning and teaching

We use a variety of teaching and learning methods to help you make the most of your studies. These will include lectures, seminars, workshops, online learning and tutorials. You'll also have chances to enhance your learning through panel discussions and workshops with our industry partners and guest speakers.

Independent study is also vital for this course allowing you to prepare for taught classes and sharpen your own research and critical skills.

Assessment

Assessment methods emphasise not just knowledge, but essential skills development too. You'll be assessed using a range of techniques including exams, group projects, written assignments and essays, in-course assessment, group and individual presentations and reports.

Applying, fees and funding

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons).

International qualifications

We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

Improve your English

If English is not your first language, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course before you begin your studies. This can help if you:

• don't meet the English language requirements for your course
  or
• want to improve your understanding of academic language and practices in your area of study.

Our pre-sessional courses are designed with a progression route to the degree programme and are tailored to the subject area. For information and entry requirements, read Language for Business Management and Enterprise (6 weeks) and Language for Business: Business Management and Enterprise (10 weeks).

How to apply

Application deadlines

UK/EU: 31 August 2018

International: applications received before 31 March 2018 will receive equal consideration. Applications made after 31 March 2018 will be considered on a first-come first-served basis. The latest possible application date for international applicants is 30 June 2018. Should capacity be reached we reserve the right to close any course to new applications before the latest possible application date of 30 June 2018.

• Apply

This link takes you to information on applying for taught programmes and to the University's online application system.
 
If you're unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team for help.

Documents and information you'll need

• A copy of your degree certificate and transcript, or a partial transcript if you're still studying
• Two academic references
• A personal statement
• An up-to-date CV
• Evidence of your English language qualifications, if English is not your first language
• A letter of sponsorship, if you need one.

Read about visas, immigration and other information in International students. We recommend that international students apply as early as possible to ensure that they have time to apply for their visa.

Fees

UK/EU: £11,000 (total)

International: £20,500 (total)

Read more about paying fees and charges.

For fees information for international taught postgraduate students, read Masters fees.

Additional cost information

There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more about additional costs

Scholarships and financial support

If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances.

We award a range of scholarships to UK, EU and international students. Scholarships are available to candidates who can demonstrate an excellent academic record and show excellent professional and personal skills.

• Masters in Management International Excellence Scholarship
• Masters in Management UK/EU Excellence Scholarship
• Dean's Excellence Scholarship (UK/EU and International)
• Leeds Alumni Bursary and Excellence Scholarship

Read more about Business School scholarships.

Career opportunities

This course is valued by employers in both the public and private sectors. Graduates are equipped with broad-based knowledge and skills and are able to offer informed contributions to a wide range of roles in business, from corporate managers in all sectors, to entrepreneurs, consultants and managers in the public sector. Our recent graduates work in organisations including Aldi, PwC, Marks & Spencer, IBM and Goldman Sachs.

This masters also provides a sound basis for postgraduate research.

Students have the opportunity to develop leadership skills as part of our Leaders in Residence initiative, which gives management students the opportunity to engage with senior figures from the world of business. This is a rare opportunity where successful and established business people will help you connect the theory of your course to real world practice, and offer their advice for career success.

Careers support

We help you to achieve your career ambitions by providing professional development support as part of the course. You benefit from our Professional Development Tutor, who will help you to develop the academic skills to successfully progress through the course, and also the professional skills you will need to start a successful career.

Read more about our careers and professional development support.

The Careers Centre also provide a range of help and advice to help you plan your career and make well-informed decisions along the way, even after you graduate. Find out more at the Careers website.

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