Management MSc

Accredited by the Association of MBAs, this Masters provides a comprehensive introduction to business and management. Based in the triple-accredited Leeds University Business School, it is led by researchers, consultants and professional practitioners.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the major management disciplines. You will gain wide-ranging knowledge and skills, and insight into how organisations operate.

You will develop the essential management skills that are valued by employers, including critical thinking, analytical skills, problem-solving and collaborative working.

Students benefit from strong links with businesses worldwide and have opportunities to connect with leaders from a range of organisations.

The course typically attracts students from a wide range of cultural and academic backgrounds, creating a stimulating learning environment and an invaluable multicultural experience.

Academic excellence

Teaching on the course is informed by our research knowledge in a range of management areas, giving you access to the latest business trends and real-world challenges as they unfold.

You’ll benefit from the cutting-edge research being conducted in research centres such as the Centre for Decision Research, the Workplace Behaviour Research Centre, the Centre for Operations and Supply Chain Research, the Centre for Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Studies, and the Centre for Technology Innovation and Engagement.

Our MSc Management is ranked 63rd globally and 13th in the UK by QS (QS World University Rankings: Masters in Management 2020), and 36th globally and top 5 in the UK by The Economist (Economist Which MBA? Masters in Management 2019).

Accreditation

This masters is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), the international impartial authority on postgraduate business education, which represents the global standard for the world’s best business programmes. Find out more about AMBA accreditation.

You’ll study a range of core modules that build the business knowledge and skills you’ll need to succeed as a manager.

You’ll be introduced to topics such as effective decision making, operations and supply chain management, as well as entrepreneurship and the process of starting a new business. Then you’ll examine approaches to strategic management and gain a broad understanding of marketing principles and organisational behaviour.

Taken over both semesters, the Management in Practice module forms an important part of the course. Designed to equip you with the professional skills you need to be an effective manager, you’ll cover team working, leadership, self-development and employability. You’ll draw on input from a variety of sources including the Business School’s corporate partners.

There will also be opportunities to gain specialist knowledge in areas that suit your career plans and interests.

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

The list shown below represents typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

For more information and a full list of typical modules available on this course, please read Management MSc in the course catalogue

Modules

Year 1

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 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.

On this course you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.

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.

Entry requirements

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

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

International students who do not meet the English language requirements for this programme may be able to study our postgraduate pre-sessional English course, to help improve your English language level.

This pre-sessional course is designed with a progression route to your degree programme and you’ll learn academic English in the context of your subject area. To find out more, read Language for Business Management and Enterprise (6 weeks) and Language for Business: Business Management and Enterprise (10 weeks).

If you need to study for longer than 10 weeks, read more about our postgraduate pre-sessional English course.

How to apply

Application deadline:

We operate a staged admissions process for this course with selection deadlines throughout the year.

If you do not receive an offer in a particular round, you will either be notified that your application has been unsuccessful, or we will carry your application forward to be considered in the next round.

Please see our How to Apply page for full details and the application deadlines for each stage.

Apply

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
• Your approved English Language test* (if applicable)
• A letter of sponsorship, if you need one.

Applicants who have not yet completed an approved English language test may apply for a Masters course prior to taking a test.

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.

Admissions policy

Leeds University Business School Taught Postgraduate Admissions Policy

Fees

• UK/EU: £13,500 (total)
• International: £24,000 (total)

Read more about paying fees and charges.

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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

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.

Read more about Business School scholarships.

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 a range of organisations including Aldi, PwC, Marks & Spencer, IBM and Goldman Sachs.

This masters also provides a sound basis for postgraduate research.

Links with industry

Students on this course have the opportunity to engage with senior leaders from the world of business as part of our Leaders in Residence initiative. Successful and established business people will share their experience at speaker events and guest lectures to help you connect the theory of your course to real world practice.

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 professional skills you will need to start a successful career, and provide advice and guidance on the best way to evidence your skills to prospective employers.

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.