University College London (UCL)

Management MSc

Teaching and learning

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, and class discussions based on case studies and other activities.

Students typically study 5 compulsory modules in Term 1 and up to 5 modules in Term 2, of which 1 is selected from the optional module list. Students on the Finance pathway may study their optional module in Term 2 or Term 3. Students on the Corporate pathway study their optional module in Term 2. In Term 3 all students undertake a Business Research module.

Student performance is assessed through simulations, presentations, coursework, group projects, class participation, and examinations.

The total number of weekly hours will vary according to the weekly activities being undertaken. Each taught module is delivered over 10 weeks, with 3 contact hours per week comprising lecture content and interactive components. This means you can expect approximately 10-12 contact hours per teaching week, on average. Some optional modules in Term 3 are delivered intensively with ten 3-hour sessions over a period of 1 to 5 weeks.

In addition, students spend approximately 10 hours a week for each module on assessment and independent study to further develop the skills and knowledge covered in lectures and seminars.

Modules

Full-time

We offer two pathways: Corporate or Finance. We expect all applicants to state their preferred pathway in their personal statement. The final decision on pathway allocation, made by the Programme Director, will take into consideration the student's preference and educational background. Please also note that the available optional modules will depend on the allocated pathway, with students having the option to freely choose only one module.

• Finance Pathway
  For graduates of business and management or other disciplines (with a strong background in accounting and finance) who want to pursue a career in finance.
• Corporate Pathway
  For graduates who may or may not have previously studied business and management, particularly those who have not studied Finance and Accounting in-depth, who want to pursue a career in general management in any sector.
• For each pathway, students study 135 credits of compulsory taught modules, 15 credits of optional modules, a 30-credit Business Research module, and a Careers module.
• Business Research Project
  All students have an opportunity to investigate a business issue through original research or design of a business plan. The Business Research Project module has lectures and in-class activities on research design and methodology and on business plans. Students are then expected to develop an independent project (either business research or a business plan). Students also have an introduction to consultancy projects and can write their original research based on a consultancy project.

Compulsory modules

• Markets and Customers
• Business Research
• Career and Professional Development
• Statistics for Business Research
• Decision and Risk Analysis
• Financial Frameworks

Optional modules

• Business Strategy
• Innovation Practices
• Organisational Behaviour B
• Operations and Technology Management
• Managing Finance
• Managing the Growing Firm
• Creativity and Critical Thinking
• Leading High-Performance Teams
• Retail and Consumer Entrepreneurship
• Technology Entrepreneurship
• Influence and Negotiations
• Strategic Project Management
• Data Visualisation
• Fintech
• Artificial Intelligence for Business
• Managing Diversity
• Issues in International Financial Reporting
• Building Sustainable Ventures
• Corporate Finance
• Business Economics
• Corporate Strategy
• Investment Management
• International Capital Markets
• Project Management

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability are subject to change.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits which includes ten 15-credit taught modules (9 core and one optional), one careers module, and a substantive 30-credit Business Research project. Upon successful completion of 180 credits, you will be awarded an MSc in Management.

What this course will give you

This degree offers you the following benefits and opportunities:

• Gain the knowledge and capabilities to work for leading organisations around the world. You will be prepared to assume strategic and decision-making positions, equipped with the analytical tools to understand complex problems in dynamic and uncertain environments.
• Develop management and leadership skills with a strong international focus, building professional excellence and confidence.
• Learn from an expert faculty, producing research rated as ‘world leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021). The teaching team is comprised of academic leads and practitioners, exposing you to cutting-edge research and industry knowledge.
• Build a strong global professional network, with support from our dedicated careers team.
• The programme leverages the advantages of being delivered in one of the most cosmopolitan, diverse and well-connected cities to connect you with industry professionals and our talented global alumni.

The foundation of your career

You'll benefit from career training as soon as you arrive at UCL and throughout the duration of your studies – from job application and CV preparation, to techniques for interviews and presentations. This, together with rigorous academic training, better prepares you to find jobs in top international companies, consultancies and banks around the world.

Employability

The programme is designed to enhance career prospects through the advanced study of business and management topics in organisations. It aims to educate graduates to make an early and substantial contribution to future employers in broad areas, from management of operations and finance, to marketing and strategy.

You'll be prepared to assume key managerial and leadership roles in your field, enabling you to apply independent and critical analysis to a variety of management disciplines and develop your own research in the domains of business and management studies.

Graduates have secured jobs in a variety of leading companies, including PwC, Deloitte, HSBC, UBS, Bloomberg, Unilever and Google (UCL Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017-2021).

Networking

The programme offers a variety of networking opportunities throughout the year.

• Attend careers training sessions with employers and alumni events as a part of your programme and with other postgraduate students from the UCL School of Management, enabling connections within peer groups.
• Take part in optional study trips and masterclasses to further develop your networks outside of the programme.
• Attend optional summer schools and build your global network and understanding the global management landscape. Accreditation

This programme at the UCL School of Management is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), one of the world’s leading authorities on postgraduate business education. The accreditation demonstrates the high standard of teaching, curriculum design, career development and innovation on the programme. AMBA limits the number of accredited institutions globally and currently accredits a small percentage of business schools in over 75 countries, highlighting the School's continuing commitment to excellence in management education.