Business Management - MSc

MSc

Business Management at Winchester is the core programme in the suite of MSc Business Management degrees that includes:

• MSc Business Management and Finance
• MSc Business Management and International Business
• MSc Business Management and Marketing

Each of the programmes has a common set of core modules that enable students to make an informed choice about whether to specialise and undertake one of the optional pathways.

Whatever the decision, students have the opportunity to graduate with this general MSc Business Management. The knowledge and skills developed on the programmes is of value to applicants with or without previous business experience. Those at the beginning of a career in business management with a recently awarded first degree gain a competitive edge in the workplace and those with more experience find it a valuable means of career development.

MSc Business Management - MSc

Full-Time & Part-Time

MSc Business Management - MSc

Programme content

The core modules form the basis of the suite of programmes and they aim to provide a strategic view and stress the connections between business functions, such as finance and marketing. The modules contained on the optional pathways continue this theme by relating their specialisms to the goals of the organisation as a whole. Students undertake four core modules that are common to all of the optional pathways.

Core modules:

The Global Business Environment evaluates the interface between organisations and the dynamic global business environment in which they operate. Students focus on the political, economic, social and technical factors that shape the global marketplace. Consideration is given to the critical success factors influencing a company’s decision about the method and extent of its internationalisation.

Strategic Decision Making considers general management, dealing with the strategic processes within the organisation, including how enterprises create, sustain and deliver value to customers. A multi-disciplinary approach is taken to the subject by knitting together different areas of the organisation, namely, marketing, finance, human resources, operations and product development, as well as consideration of the supply chain and distribution systems.

The Management and Leadership of People explores managing people as critical to the success of an organisation. It aims to provide a systematic understanding of the key issues and concepts in the management of people and an ability to consider the issues with a critical perspective.

Research Methods aims to introduce and critically explore various research models, techniques and evaluation tools to give an overview of common statistical terms and an understanding of the relevant statistical tests to research data. It introduces some of the key philosophical debates in research methodology and epistemology, so students develop a mature understanding of the role of both quantitative and qualitative research techniques.

Optional modules:

• Trade and Competitiveness
• Strategic Marketing
• e-Commerce
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Risk Management
• Organisation Development and Change
• International Business Communication
• Management Responses to Contemporary Global Issues
• Business Consulting
• International Field Research
• Management of Contemporary Global Environmental Issues
• Development in Informatics

Business Consulting is an innovative optional double module that develops the student’s business knowledge and skills by applying them to a consultancy project undertaken on behalf of an external agency. In most cases this is conducted by two students working together and tutorial supervision is provided.

Learning and teaching

A variety of teaching methods exist including lectures, tutorials and workshops. Some sessions are student-led and there is an emphasis on active learning. The teaching team have professional experience in the field of business, marketing, finance, human resources and economics.

Assessment

A wide variety of assessment methods are utilised including business reports, essays, presentations, examinations and group exercises.

Dissertation

The dissertation is worth 60 credits and must be completed in order to be awarded the Masters degree. It marks the culmination of the programme and requires independent study with tutor supervision. The dissertation can be on a topic of the student’s choice within the realms of Business Management.

Career opportunities

The programme develops skills and knowledge for action in the workplace. Business Management is useful for a wide variety of careers in both the public and private sector. The programme also provides a firm foundation for undertaking postgraduate research or further training.

Programme Fees

Taught Masters programmes - £7,879 - £8,391

Cost of living & studying in Winchester

Accommodation

Accommodation charges for the 2006/2007 academic year are shown below:

Self-catering standard accommodation (shared bathroom facilities): £75.04 per week (40 week contract)

On-Suite: £82.39 per week (40 week contract)
Deluxe On-Suite: £86.17 per week (40 week contract)
Part-board accommodation: from £97.86 per week (30 week contract)

Living Expenses

As well as funds to pay for your tuition fees, you will need enough money to support yourself whilst studying. Basic living expenses for one year (based on a twelve month stay) are approximately £7350.

£3750 - University Hall of residence/private accommodation
£1600 - Food
£400 - Personal/leisure
£300 - Books/equipment
£1000 - Travel
£300 - Other expenditure

Please note that these figures are only approximate, as they depend on a student’s personal lifestyle. Costs will be lower if you return home over the summer vacation.