Engineering, Technology and Business Management MSc (Eng)

Course overview

A programme developed for graduates in electronic engineering or similar subjects, our Engineering, Technology and Business Management MSc will prepare you to become a senior manager or entrepreneur in global companies, where understanding technology and managing innovation in business are key to success.

The course is jointly delivered by the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering and Leeds University Business School, allowing you to select optional modules from different electronic and electrical engineering and business themes. This gives you the opportunity to build up specialist knowledge in areas that align with your interests and career aspirations.

You’ll be taught by leading experts in technology and in business management, with practical laboratory sessions and project work, allowing you to gain hands-on experience investigating and applying topics from your lectures and tutorials to real-life engineering and business situations.

This joint Masters degree programme offers a unique opportunity to enhance both your technical and managerial skills.

Why study at Leeds:

• Our globally-renowned research conducted right here in our School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering and the Leeds University Business School feeds directly into the course, shaping your learning with the latest thinking.
• Advance your knowledge and skills in relevant topics like modern industry practice, operations and supply chain management and risk perception and communication.
• Tailor the course to suit your specific interests with a selection of optional modules to choose from, including programming, electric power, medical electronics and e-health – plus many more.
• Build industry experience by conducting your own individual project which focuses on a real-world topic of your choice, giving you the chance to make your own contribution to science and develop professional skills in research and critical thinking.
• Access specialist and research-grade facilities including high-quality test and measurement equipment.
• Experience expert theoretical and practical teaching delivered by a programme team made up of researchers and academics who specialise in areas such as quantum and classical optical communications and quantum communications networks.
• Enjoy small groups that are used to support the teaching, giving you access to regular feedback and help with solving problems you may have with a particular topic directly from the academic staff.
• Enhance your career prospects and become part of our successful alumni who have secured jobs in organisations such as Microsoft.
• Make the most of your time at Leeds by joining our student society ShockSoc where you can meet more of your peers, attend high-quality technical visits, enjoy social events and get the chance to put theory into practice by participating in our own Robot Fighting League (RFL). Watch our RFL video to find out more.

Course details

A set of compulsory modules form the core of the programme, developing your understanding of the global electronics industry as well as fundamental business management topics.

You'll study the principles of managing innovation and gain an understanding of risk perception, as well as operations and supply chain management. To complete your studies, you'll gain additional specialist knowledge through specialist modules related to different themes, including topics such as healthcare technologies, renewable energy, information management, as well as specialist business topics such as global logistics and strategic management.

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 Engineering, Technology and Business Management MSc (Eng) in the course catalogue

Compulsory modules

Modern Industry Practice –15 credits

This module will engage you in developing a detailed understanding of the global engineering industry and support you with your career plans.

Risk Perception and Communication –15 credits

This module will help future executives, policy makers, financial advisors, health professionals, and other practitioners to gain a critical understanding of how non-experts perceive risks, as well as how to effectively communicate risk information to diverse audiences.

Managing for Innovation –15 credits

This module prepares you to lead innovation initiatives in both large and established organizations as well as in new and growing ventures. The module navigates between different concepts and perspectives in order to unveil how organizations take strategic advantage from incremental and radical changes in products, services, business models and societal aspirations.

Operations and Supply Chain Management –15 credits

This module aims to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills in Operations and Supply Chain Management. The module covers the relevant fundamental theory and practices for these key functions. The module gives you an insight into the diversity of the functions and what the key issues and concerns are related to strategy, design, planning and control and improvement.

Engineering, Technology and Business Management Project – 45 credits

The major project is a key distinctive feature of the programme, enabling you to apply the academic principles learned from both the engineering and business disciplines in a detailed study of a high technology commercial challenge. Each project will be jointly supervised by academic members from the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering and Leeds University Business School to optimise the academic quality of the work from both an engineering and business perspective.

The project will equip you with the independent research and critical thinking skills that you'll draw on throughout your future career.

Recent projects have included:

• Novel Biosensor for Diagnosis and Prognosis of Cancer: Opportunities, Challenges and Public Perception
• Node positioning and localisation in wireless sensor networks
• Cloud Computing as a Disruptive Innovation
• Future of wireless communications: A case analysis of the innovation and standardisation challenges linked to development of 5G technology

Optional modules

Please note: The modules listed below are indicative of typical options.

Data Communications and Network Security – 15 credits

This module will develop your knowledge and understanding of data communications networks and their use in a range of applications and consider the need for network security and appropriate security measures.

Smart Grid Analysis – 15 credits

Learn the concepts behind future sustainable electricity systems with increased use of distributed microgenerators. You will gain a knowledge and understanding of the issues relating to the integration of distributed generators (including renewable sources), their control and protection methods, and tools to analyse their impact on the grid.

Electric Power Generation by Renewable Sources – 15 credits

This module provides you with knowledge of sustainable electrical power generation using renewable energy harvesting technologies, with particular emphasis on electrical solar and wind power generation.

Electric Power Generation and Distribution – 15 credits

This module gives you an understanding of the various layers and components in modern electric power networks, of how power systems are operated in technical and economic terms as well as of the technological changes power systems will be facing in the years to come.

Medical Electronics and E-Health – 15 credits

In this module, you will gain a knowledge and understanding of how electronics technology is used in medical applications and healthcare, and to consider a range of possible future developments in this field.

Programming – 15 credits

You will develop a competence in computer programming, using both Matlab and the C programming language.

Effective Decision Making – 15 credits

This aims to teach effective management decision making on the basis of evidence-based approaches from risk management, cognitive psychology, and behavioural economics. During this module, you will obtain an understanding of the thinking processes that underlie your own and others’ judgement and decision making, the judgmental errors and decision biases that commonly arise, and strategies for improving decisions. The module does not assume any prior knowledge and will give insight into effective decision making that is useful in both personal and professional contexts.

Strategic Management – 15 credits

This module introduces topics that equip students to make strategic judgement under uncertainty by relaying on rigorous analytical models and in-depth understanding of strategy processes and practice.

Managing Global Logistics and Supply Chains – 15 credits

The aim of this module is to equip you with skills and knowledge to manage planning, transport, sourcing, distribution, logistics and supply chain management in a global context.

International Purchasing and Supply Management – 15 credits

This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills of managing international purchasing and supply. It provides a grounded understanding of the key issues in designing, managing and improving sourcing and strategic supply management. The module offers you with advanced theories and practical methods needed to address business challenges such as global competition, sustainability and supply chain disruptions.

Innovation Management in Practice – 15 credits

This module will extend your knowledge of the concepts and principles studied in other modules in innovation and provide a critical understanding of specific innovation principles, practices, tools and processes needed for the management and development of innovation.

Learning and teaching

Our groundbreaking research feeds directly into teaching, and you’ll have regular contact with staff who are at the forefront of their disciplines, through lectures, laboratory sessions, seminars, examples classes, tutorials and project meetings.

Independent study is also important to the programme. You'll develop your problem-solving and research skills as well as your subject knowledge while studying the modules taught modules and undertaking your project work.

Specialist facilities

Our School is an exciting and stimulating environment where you'll learn from leading researchers in specialist teaching facilities with high-quality test and measurement equipment. These include our Keysight Technologies Electronics Laboratory and Arm Embedded Systems Laboratory. Depending on the modules and projects that you choose to work on, you'll also have access to teaching facilities from across the different schools and faculties.

Programme team

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

You'll be assessed using a range of techniques including, but not limited to, mini-projects, case studies, technical reports, presentations, in-class tests and coursework assignments.

Applying

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (Hons) in electronic/electrical engineering, communications engineering, informatics, computing, mechatronics, or a related science or engineering subject.

Due to the high demand for programmes in the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, incomplete applications may be rejected without full assessment.

International

We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications. For more information, please contact the Admissions Team.

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 Engineering (6 weeks) and Language for Science: Engineering (10 weeks). 

We also offer online pre-sessionals alongside our on-campus pre-sessionals. Find out more about our six week online pre-sessional.

You can also study pre-sessionals for longer periods – read about our postgraduate pre-sessional English courses.

How to apply

Application deadlines

Please read our How to Apply page for full details, including application deadlines and what to include with your application.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

30 June 2025 – International applicants

12 September 2025 – UK applicants

Click below to access the University’s online application system and find out more about the application process.

If you're still unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team for help.

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

University of Leeds Admissions Policy 2025

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School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Leeds University Business School

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Fees

UK: £14,250 (Total)

International: £33,000 (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 on our living costs and budgeting page.

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. There may be help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government.  Find out more at Masters funding overview.

Career opportunities

The combination of technical and business knowledge you’ll gain from this programme will give you invaluable insight into the best way to manage projects, from both the specialist and professional perspectives. This ability to see the whole picture will give you the edge with employers and open a lot of career opportunities.

You'll graduate with a holistic and extensive skill set that will leave you well-placed for senior roles in the electronics industry, with sectors including energy and power, telecommunications, consumer electronics and aerospace. Many such organisations need engineers with a deep understanding of business and management issues.

Plus, the University of Leeds is in the top 5 most targeted universities in the UK by graduate recruiters, according to High Fliers’ The Graduate Market in 2024 report.

Here’s an insight into some of the job positions and organisations previous graduates from this course have secured:

• Program Manager, Microsoft
• Business Consultant, ASDAN
• Advisor, Sustainable Energy Access, GIZ

Careers support

At Leeds, we help you to prepare for your future from day one. We have a wide range of careers resources — including our award-winning Employability Team who are in contact with many employers around the country and advertise placements and jobs. They are also on hand to provide guidance and support, ensuring you are prepared to take your next steps after graduation and get you where you want to be.

• Employability events — we run a full range of events including careers fairs in specialist areas and across broader industries — all with employers who are actively recruiting for roles.
• MyCareer system — on your course and after you graduate, you’ll have access to a dedicated careers portal where you can book appointments with our team, get information on careers and see job vacancies and upcoming events.
• Qualified careers consultants — gain guidance, support and information to help you choose a career path. You’ll have access to 1-2-1 meetings and events to learn how to find employers to target, write your CV and cover letter, research before interviews and brush up on your interview skills.
• Opportunities at Leeds — there are plenty of exciting opportunities offered by our Leeds University Union, including volunteering and over 300 clubs and societies to get involved in.

Explore more about your employability opportunities at the University of Leeds.

Find out more about career support.