Management MSc

Course overview

Course highlights

• This course is shaped by innovative research from a range of management areas being conducted in research centres. These include 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.
• Your learning will be connected to the latest business trends and real-world challenges.
• Our MSc Management is ranked 65th globally and 11th in the UK by QS (QS Business Masters Rankings 2025)
• Build connections with senior leaders and learn from real-life business scenarios through our ‘Leaders in Residence’ scheme for Management students. The Leaders in Residence are a group of senior business leaders, from a range of industry backgrounds (currently around 100 involved in the scheme) who share their expertise and insights.
• On all Masters courses at Leeds University Business School you’ll have an opportunity to apply for a place on a week-long international study tour which will include company visits, guest lectures and networking events, as well as an opportunity to visit local places of interest. Previous study tours have included visits to Berlin, Frankfurt, Milan and Zurich.

Find out more about studying your Masters at Leeds University Business School.

Accreditation

Leeds University Business School has triple accreditation from the three leading bodies AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS

Course details

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

You'll be introduced to topics such as operations and supply chain management, organisational behaviour, strategic management, gathering and understanding data for decision making, corporate social responsibility, and ethical and sustainable business.

Management in Practice is a core module studied across two semesters. 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. The module draws on input from a variety of sources, including the Business School’s corporate partners.

Alongside these compulsory areas, you’ll also be offered the opportunity to select a themed study pathway that will allow you to pursue your interests. This could include exploring digital business, marketing and human influence, or enterprise and entrepreneurship.

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

Year 1 compulsory modules

Optional modules

Optional modules are themed into pathways. You will select two modules (30 credits total) from one pathway. You will take one 15 credit module in semester one, and one 15 credit module in semester two.

Pathway: Entrepreneurship and Enterprise

• Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Creation (15 credits)
• Critical Entrepreneurship Studies (15 credits)
• Problem Hacking for the Ministry of Defence (15 credits)

Pathway: Organisational Behaviour

• Systems Thinking and Consulting Practice (15 credits)
• Organisational Development and Change (15 credits)
• Managing Performance and Developing Careers (15 credits)

Pathway: Management Decision Making

• Effective Decision Making (15 credits)
• Risk Perception and Communication (15 credits)

Pathway: Digital

• Digital Transformation Management (15 credits)
• Human Centered AI (15 credits)
• Digital Innovation and Social Media (15 credits)
• Digital Technologies for a Sustainable Future (15 credits)

Pathway: Human Influence

• Marketing for Management (15 credits)
• Techniques of Influence (15 credits)

Pathway: Strategy and Governance

• Managing and Organising for Corporate Purpose (15 credits)
• Managing Corporate Leadership and Performance (15 credits)
  

Learning and teaching

You’ll be taught using a range of methods including lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops. The rest of your time will be spent in independent learning, which allows you to develop your skills in research and analysis. Our Virtual Learning Environment will help to support your studies: it’s a central place where you can find all the information and resources for the School, your programme and modules.

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. This may include formal exams, group projects, reports, computer simulation exercises, essays and written assignments, group and individual presentations and reflective logs. This diversity enables you to develop a broad range of skills in preparation for professional life.

Applying

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).

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

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

International applicants: Thursday 26 June 2025

UK applicants: Friday 15 August 2025

Documents and information you’ll need

• a copy of your degree certificate and transcript, or a partial transcript if you’re still studying
• contact details for 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

University of Leeds Admissions Policy 2025

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Contact us

Postgraduate Admissions Office

Email: masters@lubs.leeds.ac.uk
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Fees

UK: £18,000 (Total)

International: £32,250 (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

Career opportunities

A postgraduate degree from Leeds University Business School has a high value out in the world. The knowledge and transferable skills acquired on this course will help you to secure and progress in your chosen career.

Graduates of this course are highly valued by employers in both the public and private sectors and have contributed effectively to a wide range of roles in business. They are now working in a variety of organisations, including PwC, Marks & Spencer, IBM, Deloitte and Goldman Sachs.

Graduates can move into a range of roles, from graduate schemes to specific functional roles within organisations. Some have also chosen to pursue management roles in an area related to their undergraduate degree. Recent graduates with backgrounds in engineering are now working as managers in companies such as Tata and Mott MacDonald. Others may enter sectors that are new to them, start their own business or take on the management of family firms.

If you're considering further study, the course also provides a sound basis for a research degree.

Industry links

Students on this course can engage with senior leaders from the world of business as part of our Leaders in Residence initiative. Successful and established business people share their experience at events and lectures, helping you connect the theory of your course to real-world practice.

Careers support