MSc Strategic Business Management Online

Program Overview

The MSc Strategic Business Management Online program provides a comprehensive foundation for aspiring business professionals seeking to advance their careers. It offers a deep understanding of strategic business operations and management in a global context, preparing graduates for managerial roles across various industries. The program features a flexible study format, industry-recognized accreditation, and career support services, including an Employment Promise.

Program Outline

MSc Strategic Business Management Online

Degree Overview:

This online Master's degree in Strategic Business Management is designed for aspiring business professionals seeking a strong foundation for their future careers. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of business operations and how different areas impact each other. Students gain in-depth knowledge of key aspects of strategic business and management in a global context.

Objectives:

• Develop a broad understanding of business operations and inter-departmental relationships.
• Gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of strategic business and management in a global context.
• Prepare graduates for launching or fast-tracking their careers to the next level.
• Modules are informed by successful business professionals and cover various aspects of business, including:
• Global Business Strategy
• Innovation Management in a Digital Age
• Success Through Business Ethics
• Finance for Decision Makers
• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Management of Business Operations
• International Marketing
• Organisational Development
• Strategies for the Digital Economy
• Business Project
• Professional Development (non-credit bearing)

Structure:

• The program can be studied full-time (1 year) or part-time (2 years).
• A Professional Practice Year (2 years) option is also available.
• Students study for one year full-time or two years part-time, divided into three semesters of 13 weeks.
• Full-time students typically study 4 modules per semester, while part-time students study 2 modules per semester.
• Students also work on a CPD-accredited Professional Development Module throughout all 3 semesters.

Course Schedule:

• Start dates are available in June, September, and February.

Individual Modules:

• Global Business Strategy (15cr): This module explores the strategic challenges and opportunities faced by businesses operating in a globalized world.
• Innovation Management in a Digital Age (15cr): This module focuses on the importance of innovation in a rapidly changing digital environment.
• Success Through Business Ethics (15cr): This module examines the ethical considerations and challenges faced by businesses in today's world.
• Finance for Decision Makers (15cr): This module provides students with a practical understanding of financial concepts and tools used in business decision-making.
• Strategic Human Resource Management (15cr): This module explores the role of human resources in achieving organizational goals and strategies.
• Management of Business Operations (15cr): This module focuses on the management of business operations, including production, logistics, and supply chain management.
• International Marketing (15cr): This module examines the challenges and opportunities of marketing products and services in international markets.
• Organisational Development (15cr): This module explores the process of organizational change and development.
• Strategies for the Digital Economy (15cr): This module examines the impact of digital technologies on business strategy and operations.
• Business Project (45cr): This module provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world business problem.
• Professional Development (non-credit bearing): This module provides students with the opportunity to develop their professional and leadership skills through one-to-one coaching and a bespoke Personal Development Plan.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods include seminars, workshops, tests, presentations, assignments, projects, and exams.
• Online students are required to participate in group work and group assessments, which contribute to their summative grade.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by academics with extensive industry expertise.
• Online students have access to professionally produced tuition videos, detailed animations, case studies, and downloadable reading materials.
• The learning model encourages independent and deep learning, shared modules for networking, and clear time demands.

Careers:

• The program prepares graduates for a variety of careers in business and management, including:
• Manager
• Consultant
• Analyst
• Entrepreneur
• The program's focus on employability includes:
• A professional Careers and Employability Service
• A CPD-accredited Professional Development Module
• The option for a Professional Practice Year
• The University of Law offers an Employment Promise, guaranteeing a job within 9 months of graduation or a refund of fees (terms and conditions apply).

Other:

• The program is accredited with the Chartered Management Institute qualification, allowing graduates to apply for a CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership.
• The program is also offered as an 'Accredited Degree' by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CiM), enabling students to gain industry-recognized qualifications at an accelerated pace.
• The program is offered both on-campus and online, providing flexibility for students.
• The program is designed to save students time and money on commuting.
• The program is not compromised on quality or demand compared to on-campus courses.