Management MSc

From organisational behaviour and leadership to digital business and analytics, you'll develop fundamental management and leadership skills while specialising in an area of your interest. You’ll have the choice of a range of optional modules, from international business and people development to entrepreneurship and innovation. You'll learn to work with digital technologies while understanding your responsibility to lead and use them ethically - balancing innovation with societal impact.

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You’ll hear from industry guest lecturers and have access to exclusive opportunities to Birmingham Business School students including our lifelong careers service, the Future Leaders Certificate, Mini Skills Passport and the Deloitte Responsible Business Challenge.

Our Master in Management is for students from a mix of disciplines and backgrounds. With responsible and ethical business practices embedded at its core, you'll become part of a new generation of responsible leaders and managers changing industries and society for the better.

By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to:

• Lead diverse teams across cultures and contexts
• Understand team dynamics, motivation, and organisational culture
• Apply integrated thinking to complex business problems
• Think strategically about competitive environments and market shifts
• Make sound operational and financial decisions
• Navigate ethical dilemmas when stakeholders want different things
• Analyse business data and design digital business models
• Build ROI-backed business cases for sustainability and ESG initiatives

• Taught modules – these include lectures, workshops, seminars and blended learning support.
• Assessments - these will include group and individual projects, group presentations, individual reports, examinations, essays, videos, digital artefacts and creative responses.
• Dissertation - your dissertation puts everything into practice. You'll have the opportunity to work with a real company on an actual business challenge or pursue independent research on a management question you care about.

   

The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.

As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff. For more information on the circumstances in which the University may need to make changes to modules, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for applicants.

Core Modules

You will take the following core modules:

Optional Modules

You will choose one of the following optional modules:

English language requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

English presessional programmes

If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term.  Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.

We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for 2026 entry are above.

The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team.

Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding.

Tuition fee deposits for international students

International students undertaking a postgraduate taught degree are required to pay a tuition fee deposit before an electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) can be issued.

Postgraduate Masters loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

Birmingham Business School Masters Scholarships

Birmingham Business School Masters Scholarships are designed to empower the next generation of leaders who are passionate about advancing responsible business and driving positive change.

For 2026, we are offering several scholarships to invest in future leaders who will set new global standards for responsible business leadership through challenging the status quo to seek progressive solutions to complex global challenges.

Birmingham Masters scholarships

We want to welcome the brightest talent to our postgraduate community. That’s why our Birmingham Masters Scholarships award £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.

Previous graduates have gone on to have successful international careers in both generalist and specialist management roles including HR, consultancy, marketing, project management, auditing, manufacturing, and business strategy.

Our graduates have gone on to work at world-leading organisations such as Deloitte, PWc, GmbH, Rieke, Amazon, Protiviti, and GLG, while others have taken up further study.

Careers support for Business School students

From day one through to graduation and beyond, you'll access specialist careers guidance tailored to the global business landscape. Our dedicated Business School careers consultants combine deep industry knowledge with personalised support, helping you navigate everything from securing graduate roles at leading corporations to launching your own venture.

You'll benefit from targeted career coaching, exclusive employer networking events, business-focused careers fairs, and direct connections to top graduate recruiters. Through tailored workshops, one-to-one consultations, and our extensive alumni network spanning the globe, you'll develop the professional skills and relationships that give you a competitive edge in the international job market.

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.