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Master of Philosophy (Business) by Research, MPhil, University of Wales Trinity Saint David

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University of Wales Trinity Saint David

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About Master of Philosophy (Business) by Research, MPhil - at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course Overview

The MPhil in the business field is awarded in recognition of successful completion of a programme of advanced study and research. The results will be judged to constitute a critical evaluation and analysis of a body of knowledge. It should also reflect an original contribution to knowledge or learning.

Key Features

The MPhil is the traditional way to achieve a research masters. It requires clear focus, self-discipline and dedication to complete research and produce the thesis.

Practicing managers or more recent graduates (including those from non-business disciplines) might consider the MBA as an alternative, which is studied in modules and allows an integrated way to achieve general business masters which is geared to their workplace experience.

Modules

MPhil entrants will need to attend an induction to advanced study and research. They must also attend a Research Methodology Workshop.

Thereafter the student with supervision will produce a thesis of the specialist topic identified in their research proposal.

Course Tutor(s)

  • Dr Margaret Inman
  • Dr Sandra P L Dettmer
  • Dr Antje Cockrill

Assessment

Thesis and defence viva.

Career Opportunities

The MPhil is a respected way for ambitious researchers to test their skills and may be integrated into PhD studies.

Further Information

Admission Tutors: Dr Rachel Casiday ([email protected]) or Dr Jill Venus ([email protected]).

The programme starts with three 4-day (long weekend) residentials

Related Courses

  • BA Business Management
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
  • Professional and Part Time Programmes
  • PhD in business

Entry requirements

Entry Criteria

Upper second and masters or equivalent. Post experience students without conventional qualifications may be considered after completing interviews and aptitude tasks.

Candidates must be proficient in English or Welsh. International applicants must have an English language attainment of at least 6.5 IELTS score.

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