MSc Leadership
Online United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 12,858 / per course *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* £12,858 UK / £13,427 International (2025-26)
Key Summary
Discover what makes a successful leader with this MSc Leadership from the University of Essex Online.
Delivered 100% online, part-time, this course clearly distinguishes between leadership and management, while teaching you strategic ways to make dynamic business decisions. You’ll also explore sustainable business models, leadership in a global context, and the role of data analysis and collection.
On completion, you’ll be ready to take on leadership and business consultancy positions in a wide range of industries, including engineering, computing, marketing and the not-for-profit sector.
We're proud to be rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Rankings 2024. Our achievement, which is based on four pillars - resources, engagement, outcomes and environment - recognises our commitment to excellent online education.
- Regional scholarship available for international students based overseas in eligible countries.
- Full payment discount of 5% if you pay upfront.
- An alumni discount of 10% of the tuition fee is available if you are a previous graduate of the University of Essex or the University of Essex Online.
You don’t need to complete a separate application form for a scholarship; it’ll be applied once you’ve received your official offer letter. Please note, scholarships can’t be combined but can be used alongside our full payment discount.
The MSc Leadership is made up of the following modules and, upon completion, is equal to a total of 180 credits.
Shorter awards are also available: the 16-month postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) at 120 credits and the eight-month postgraduate certificate (PG Cert) at 60 credits.
- High Impact Leadership – Core, 20 credits
- Leadership and Management Development – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Enterprise – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Leadership for Sustainability – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Data Analytics for Managers – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Leadership in Practice – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Research Methods – Core, 20 credits
- Business and Management Research Report – Core, 40 credits
On completion, you’ll be ready to take on leadership and business consultancy positions in a wide range of industries, including engineering, computing, marketing and the not-for-profit sector.
This course is beneficial whether you’re already in a leadership role or aspire to become a leader within any organisation. On completion, you’ll have gained the key skills and knowledge required for a variety of leadership positions across various industries, from marketing to computing and engineering. Additionally, you may wish to become a business consultant or work in the not-for-profit sector.
Gaining a postgraduate qualification with the University of Essex Online also puts you in good stead for your career prospects. Results from our 2021 student survey showed:
- 92% of students said their course helped develop their research skills.
- 89% of students say their studies fit with their future plans.
- almost 60% said their studies had a positive effect on their career.
- 25% of students saw their salaries increase by up to 10%.