MSc Management (Digitalisation and Big Data)

Program Overview

The MSc Management (Digitalisation and Big Data) at the University of Bristol is a one-year intensive program designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary for management-level digital roles. It provides a comprehensive foundation in management, followed by an in-depth exploration of digitalisation and big data, preparing graduates for careers in management across various sectors. The program is taught by leading academics and offers hands-on learning through lectures, group work, presentations, and case studies.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc Management (Digitalisation and Big Data) is a one-year intensive program designed for graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for management-level digital roles within their chosen industries.

Objectives:

• Develop a thorough understanding of the digital environments of modern organizations.
• Critically evaluate areas such as digital business models, big data, data analysis, online services, and the implementation of digital applications.
• Gain insights into the nature of management and digital business.
• Apply management theory to practice.
• Enhance analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Develop teamwork and communication skills.

Outline:

Core Units (90 credit points):

• Management and Organisation
• Strategy, Finance, and Accounting for Management
• Operations and Marketing Management
• Management Research Methods
• Academic, Personal, and Professional Development

Specialist Unit (30 credit points):

Teaching:

The program is taught by leading academics whose research tackles global societal issues facing modern management. The teaching methods include:

• Lectures
• Group work
• Presentations
• Case studies

Careers:

The program prepares graduates for careers in management in any sector. Graduates have gone on to work at companies such as L'Oreal, World Wildlife Foundation, Deutsche Bank, LG Electronics, Huawei, Abercrombie & Fitch, and the NHS. Others have joined startups or established their own businesses.

Other:

• The program is offered on a full-time basis and lasts for one year.
• The program is taught on the University of Bristol's Clifton campus.
• The University of Bristol is ranked fifth for research in the UK (Times Higher Education).
• 94% of the University's research is assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent.
• The program is part of the University of Bristol Business School.

Fees and funding

UK: full-time £17,600 per year Overseas: full-time £31,500 per year For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to an 8% increase in fees each year.