Masters 2014

The University of Manchester Manchester Business School
Manchester Business School Masters 2014 Entry
Original Thinking Applied
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Learn from the best. Define your niche. Boost your employability.
Study at the UKs original business school in the worlds original modern city. Home to world-class academics and industry experts who will share their knowledge and help nurture your own. Our global footprint means we have on the ground teams in Shanghai, Hong Kong, So Paulo, Dubai, Singapore and Miami. Experience real business challenges that will stimulate original thinking. Collaborate with international classmates that inspire. Build a global contact list that youll use throughout your career. A Manchester Masters is the next step to realising your ambitions and getting you noticed. Take that step now.
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Contents
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Why Manchester? P06 Why Manchester Business School? P08 Masters careers support P10 Accounting and Finance P12 Course information Entry requirements Academics MSc Accounting and Finance MSc Finance MSc Finance and Business Economics MSc Quantitative Finance - Financial Engineering - Risk Management Business Analytics, Information Systems, Innovation and Policy P26 Course information Entry requirements Academics MSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis MSc Information Systems - Business Information Technology - e-Business Technology - Organisations and Management MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship International Business P40 Course information Entry requirements Academics MSc Chinese Business and Management MSc International Business and Management MBus Global Business Analysis MSc Management
Marketing, Operations and Corporate Communications P54 Course information Entry requirements Academics MSc Corporate Communications and Reputation Management MSc Marketing/MSc Marketing (Specialism) MSc Operations, Project and Supply Chain Management People, Management and Organisations P66 Course information Entry requirements Academics MSc Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations MSc International Human Resource Management and Comparative Industrial Relations MSc Organisational Psychology MSc Managerial Psychology How to apply P80 Facilities and support P82 How to find us P86 Accommodation P88
Part of 1% of business schools to be awarded triple accreditation status
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Why Manchester?
Since the latter part of the last century, its people have inspired a renaissance that has seen Manchester become one of the most vibrant and exciting destinations in the world.
The city has gained an international reputation for modern business and a unique approach to culture and sport. It continues to renew and regenerate, forever a great place to live, study, work and above all enjoy. Manchester, the original modern city, birthplace of the computer and the Industrial Revolution, is a European business capital. During recent years the city has been at the forefront of urban regeneration and is an energetic metropolis with stunning architecture. Todays Manchester is a bustling hub of business growth and commercial investment. Its global reputation for innovation has made the city a major centre for the creative, digital and new media sector.
The culture of Manchester is as rich and diverse as the people. The city has events and cultural attractions to suit every lifestyle. It also has a world-class transport infrastructure, including buses, trams and a train network with connections throughout the UK, plus a major international airport with direct flights serving 220 destinations. And of course the citys love of sport is epitomised by Manchester United FC and Manchester City FC, both competing in the Champions League. Manchester is a big city with a compact and friendly centre. It is a trendsetting music and style capital with a wealth of traditional street markets and local restaurants, pubs and clubs. MBS is at the heart of the city, just a short walk from the centre and all its attractions. Manchester is a city of opportunities: a place to study, to learn and to enjoy yourself.
I think of Manchester as my home away from home. It is a lively city with lots to do. I have met some amazing people here and made some great friends. Mercy Ubani, Nigeria MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship, Class of 2013
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Why Manchester Business School?

The key motivation for studying here is simple we produce graduates who think differently. We provide you with the knowledge and ability to excel in todays business environment.
The University of Manchester - a winning heritage
5th
7th
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We are one of the top 30 business schools in the world and one of the top five in the UK1. We are also the largest campusbased business and management school in the UK and part of the biggest University in the UK, yet it is not simply our size that sets us apart. The excellence of our research is the envy of many. The most recent RAE2 positioned us as the UKs leading centre for business research. We produce graduates able to think originally, giving them a head start at the beginning of their careers. Fundamental to this approach is the unrivalled quality of our academic staff. They are respected around the world and their advice is sought on a regular basis by bluechip companies and governments. An international business perspective is now essential to success. Our students come from over 70 countries. On graduation, youll become one of 50,000 alumni in 169 countries, arguably the best contact network you will have in your career.
This is backed by the award-winning University of Manchester careers service voted No. 1 in the UK3 and our dedicated MBS careers team. As a result our graduates are sought by companies across the globe, from the BNY Mellon to Tesco, Lenovo to Airbus. We are one of only a handful of business schools in the world to be recognised by all three international business school and MBA-accrediting bodies.
1. FT Global MBA rankings 2013 2. Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) 2008 3. High Fliers The Graduate Market in 2012
Students in Manchester and worldwide
40,000+
Ranked 5th in the UK, 7th in Europe and 40th in the world1
Est.
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Nobel Prize winners
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How Manchester Business School measures up
Est. 1965, jointly the 1st business school in the UK
Largest campus based business and management school in the UK
Staff and students of 80 different nationalities
Access to more than 4,500 UK and global employers
FT Global MBA rankings 2013
5th
In the UK
11th
In Europe
29th
Globally
Triple accredited
The UKs leading centre for business research (2008 RAE)
1. Shanghai Jiao Tong World University Rankings 2012
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Masters careers support

Our Masters Career Management Team offers you dedicated support from the moment you join us, developing your personal and professional skills, helping you to impress potential employers and improve your overall employability.
Our team designs and delivers a wide range of career related programmes specifically for MBS Masters students, giving you a competitive edge over other postgraduates. We offer a range of workshops, seminars and small group work sessions which focus on the skills and attributes that employers want: Assistance with writing CVs, cover letters and applications Mock interview skills workshops Seminars on presentation skills, group work and networking Personal development confidence building and being the best you can be Teamworking residential to the Lake District in the first few weeks of semester one We have also developed a tailored careers e-learning site, so that we can provide you with the most up-to-date information. You can also register to receive vacancies by email, clarify your career direction, gain insights into different careers, meet prospective employers, attend recruitment fairs and much more. Our team works closely with The University of Manchester Careers Service, which is consistently voted the best university careers service in the UK among graduate recruiters. Our service is widely respected offering outstanding individual advice and online presence. This means that companies are keen to come on campus and meet our students, including many international recruiters. For further information visit: www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/students www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/careers Recent recruiters include: Accenture Airbus Aldi Amazon Aon AstraZeneca BNY Mellon Barclays Bosch Civil Service Coca Cola Credit Suisse Deloitte Goldman Sachs Google Hewlett-Packard ICI JP Morgan Jaguar John Lewis KPMG LBM Direct Lenovo Levi Strauss & Co LOral Nestl PwC Procter & Gamble Royal Dutch Shell Samsung Shell Sony Statoil ASA Tesco As an international student, Sophia achieved a Tier 2 visa to work in the UK and starts on a graduate programme at Airbus, a leading multinational aircraft manufacturer, when she finishes the course. Before starting at Manchester Business School, I gained an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering in India. I decided to study in the UK and chose MBS because of its excellent reputation. I chose my course as the content sounded very interesting and would help me learn management skills for my future career. During the Global Operations Management unit we had a lot of exposure to manufacturing companies through case studies. I started my job search in October via job fairs, and the internet I looked up many different manufacturing companies to identify the types of jobs on offer, and when they were recruiting. In December I prepared my CV with the help of the careers team and started applying to a number of companies. Airbus was one of a number of companies to invite me for the first round of interviews.
We were involved in various activities that brought us together and made us good friends. I not only learned about team building but also how to row on a beautiful lake and that was unforgettable! This trip provides a great opportunity to discover your potential. Marina Ermolenko, Class of 2013, comments on the Lake District teamworking residential
When I made it to the final interview at Airbus I was nervous but excited as I knew there would be two further in-depth interviews as well as a presentation. From 11 finalists, I was one of two people chosen to start the graduate programme!
Sophia Paraman, India MSc Operations, Project and Supply Chain Management, Class of 2013
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Accounting and Finance
Our challenging courses give you a thorough grounding in a broad range of areas including: accounting and auditing; corporate reporting; market-based accounting and governance; derivatives; interest rate and credit risk modelling; asset pricing; corporate finance and capital markets; financial econometrics; management information systems and the public sector.
Our two main courses MSc Accounting and Finance and MSc Finance have Chartered Financial Analysts Institute Partnership status, a distinction only offered to the top universities worldwide. These courses also have Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) status which ideally positions you to progress to a research degree. As an accounting and finance student you join one of the worlds most successful and highly regarded research groups. You will work alongside a team of acclaimed staff who enjoy an international reputation for research and teaching. We regularly contribute to the worlds leading academic journals and conferences and are often invited to share our expertise at prestigious universities overseas. Three of our professors have won the British Accounting Associations Distinguished Academic Award. As well as being ranked No.1 in the world for accounting research by the specialist journal Accounting and Finance, we were also the first accounting and finance unit in the European Union to become a Marie Curie Registered Early Training Doctoral Research Site. Our achievements dont stop there; our pioneering research has received top RAE scores, and our outstanding teaching is recognised by the UKs Quality Assurance Agency, which awarded us the highest recommendation possible for quality in higher education.
Emanuel Zwick, USA MSc Finance, Class of 2013 I realised that earning a Masters would help draw attention to me and make me stand out in a crowd of qualified applicants. Manchesters world university ranking was a major consideration for me. I am confident that no matter where in the world I choose to work, my background from Manchester Business School will follow me and help me to achieve the success that I want. The academic staff are highly distinguished in their fields, and I am proud to attend a school that has so many published papers from its lecturers. The professors are willing to meet students outside of class for additional questions which is really helpful.
I realised that earning a Masters would help draw attention to me and make me stand out in a crowd of qualified applicants.
Emanuel Zwick, Class of 2013
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Entry requirements
Am I qualified to study Accounting and Finance?
MSc Accounting and Finance Page 18
Course duration 12 months full-time
Start Tuition date fees
Assessment
Dissertation Normally ranges between 30 and 50 double spaced pages
Application fee 60
Entry requirements We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent. MSc Accounting and Finance You need to have studied or be studying for a degree in accounting or finance. We can also consider exceptional candidates with degrees in economics or mathematics. You must have taken a significant number of courses in accounting and finance during your degree, and a major or specialisation in accounting or finance in your final year, with top level results. You must also demonstrate a solid background in quantitative skills, econometrics or mathematics. We can consider applicants studying degrees in business administration, business management or commerce who can demonstrate a very strong background in accounting and finance throughout their degree and a final year major or specialisation in accounting or finance, and strong quantitative skills. Due to competition for places, we give preference to applicants with a bachelor degree in accounting or finance. MSc Finance You need to have studied or be studying a degree in finance, economics or mathematics. You must have taken a significant number of finance and quantitative courses during your degree. You must be taking a major or specialisation in finance in your final year and need to achieve top level results in final year finance subjects. You must also demonstrate a solid background in quantitative skills, econometrics or mathematics.
15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment Sept 17,300 and presentations, 2014 Overseas course work, 20,100 assignments and examinations 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment Sept 17,300 and presentations, 2014 Overseas course work, 20,100 assignments and examinations 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment Sept 17,300 and presentations, 2014 Overseas course work, 20,100 assignments and examinations 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment and Sept 21,400 presentations, course 2014 Overseas work, assignments 21,400 and examinations
We can consider applicants studying degrees in business administration, business management or commerce who can demonstrate a very strong background in finance throughout their degree and a final year major or specialisation in finance, and strong quantitative skills. Due to competition for places, we give preference to applicants with a bachelor degree in finance or economics. MSc Finance and Business Economics You need to have studied a degree in economics, finance or business studies. You must have taken a significant number of economics, finance and quantitative modules during your degree to at least second year undergraduate level (third year for four-year degree courses, but accounting is not a substitute for finance), and a major or specialisation in economics in your final year. You must demonstrate a solid background in quantitative skills, econometrics or mathematics. We can consider applicants studying degrees in business administration, business management or commerce who can demonstrate a very strong background in economics and finance throughout their degree and a final year major or specialisation in economics, and strong quantitative skills (as outlined above). Due to competition for places, we give preference to applicants with a bachelor degree in economics or finance. MSc Quantitative Finance You need to have studied or be studying for a degree in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, actuarial or decision sciences and have taken or be taking a significant number of modules in quantitative subjects, such as differential equations, econometrics or mathematical statistics in the final year of your degree. You need excellent results in these subjects.
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12 months full-time
Normally ranges between 30 and 50 double spaced pages
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12 months full-time
None
English language requirements For the latest information on English language requirements for those whose first language is not English, please check the website: www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/language-requirements Documents normally required to further process your application: Up-to-date English language score outlining individual element scores (where applicable) First and second year transcript and final year modules Two academic references A strong statement of purpose Scanned copies are preferred.
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Academics Who will be teaching me?

Students have access to world leading academics across all our courses. Our experts will share their original thinking and help you nurture your own.
Before joining MBS, I spent several years in the finance industry where I obtained a professional qualification in investment banking, stock trading and stock market analysis. My industry experience brings to life some of the otherwise abstract textbook concepts and enables me to see how accounting and finance is wired in the business world. ChunLei Yang Lecturer in Accounting
My lectures are lively, stimulating and thought-provoking, packed with many real-world examples from my experiences working as a financial consultant with a lot of interaction between teacher and students. In my opinion, this is very important in order to bring some highly mathematical course material to life.
Kevin Aretz Course Director, MSc Quantitative Finance
My recent research paper on Portfolio Diversification and Risk Taking received the 2012 BlackRock/Brennan Best Paper Runner Up Award for outstanding paper in the Review of Financial Studies. No academic from a UK institution had ever received this prize before.
Roberto Mura Senior Lecturer in Finance
Number of academics
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Number of nationalities
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MSc Accounting and Finance
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 (Combines three core units and one elective) Introduction to Quantitative Methods Essentials of Finance Financial Reporting Theory Semester 2 (Combines three core units and one elective) Advanced Management Accounting Corporate Finance Either Research Methods and Methodology in Accounting (for students doing an Accounting dissertation) Or Advanced Empirical Finance (for students doing a Finance dissertation) And one course unit from: Financial Statement Analysis Financial Econometrics International Finance Mergers and Acquisitions: Economic and Financial Aspects The Analysis of Business Structures Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] The dissertation is an integral and crucial part of the course. It gives you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in the taught part of the course. It normally consists of a piece of empirical work, involving qualitative research methods or traditional statistical methods. Examples of recent accounting dissertation project topics include: Audit practice, regulation and professionalisation Management control systems in organisations Field-based qualitative research on management accounting innovation and change Performance reporting by UK listed firms under IFRS Audit markets in emerging economies The effect of corporate governance (board and audit committee characteristics) on audit quality
At a glance Course duration
12 mths
Course start date
A career in accounting, financial services or related sectors of the economy requires a high level of understanding of the theory and practice of accounting and finance.
This course gives you a broad-based understanding of the core subject areas with an emphasis on empirical research methods and accounting and finance practice. A wide range of modules allows you to specialise, and during the course you have the chance to build on and apply your growing knowledge and expertise by completing a dissertation on a topic linked to the wide ranging research interests of faculty. This, coupled with the support you get from our staff, ensures a first class learning experience. Whether you want to further your professional career, or go on to study for a PhD, this course gives you the qualification you need to succeed. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile. Course recognition The course meets the present ESRC guidelines for Masters degrees and has ESRC recognition as a postgraduate training year in preparation for a PhD. It also holds the award of partnership status from the CFA Institute, the global association for investment professionals.
One course unit from: Portfolio Investment Accounting in an International Context Foundations of Finance Theory
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
17,300 20,100
Applications vs class size
1080 92
Age range
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Application fee
60
Note: These figures vary each year - please contact us for further information
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Bank of East Asia, Barclays, Brammer UK, Deloitte, Grant Thornton, KPMG, Lenovo, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Royal Bank of Scotland, Standard Chartered Bank
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MSc Finance
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 (Combines three core units and one elective) Introduction to Quantitative Methods Essentials of Finance Derivative Securities Semester 2 (Combines three core units and one elective) Financial Econometrics Advanced Empirical Finance Corporate Finance One course unit from: Financial Statement Analysis International Finance Real Options in Corporate Finance Mergers and Acquisitions: Economic and Financial Aspects The Analysis of Business Structures Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] The dissertation is an integral and crucial part of the course. It gives you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in the taught part of the course. It normally consists of a piece of empirical work, involving qualitative research methods or traditional statistical methods. Examples of recent dissertation project topics include: The investment value of analyst forecasts Stabilisation of initial public offerings (IPOs) Forecasting international real estate returns: portfolio choice applications An empirical analysis of corporate financing policies and corporate governance Managerial compensation and corporate governance Initial public offerings: debt IPOs, adviser switching, contracting, governance, performance and venture capital backing Sovereign wealth funds and global financial stability Stock markets and the macroeconomy
12 mths
Course start date
From derivatives and investments to mergers and acquisitions and global markets, this course covers the essential information you need to pursue a range of exciting careers in finance at an international level.
Investing in our MSc Finance can be the start of a great career and you gain valuable quantitative skills that are in high demand by employers. A dissertation, focusing on empirical research, allows you to explore a research area of interest in detail, supported throughout by our high-calibre staff. Recent graduates have accepted positions in the City, with the Big 4 global financial services firms, major world banks and financial institutions. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile. Course recognition The course meets the present ESRC guidelines for Masters degrees and has ESRC recognition as a postgraduate training year in preparation for a PhD. It also holds the award of partnership status from the CFA Institute, the global association for investment professionals.
One course unit from: Foundations of Finance Theory Portfolio Investment International Macroeconomics and Global Capital Markets
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
17,300 20,100
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Age range
21-30
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Application fee
60
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Apple Computer Inc, Bangkok Bank plc, Bloomberg, Central Bank of Chile, Cisco Systems, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Statoil ASA
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MSc Finance and Business Economics
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 (Combines three core units and one elective) Essentials of Finance Data Analysis for Business Economics International Macroeconomics and Global Capital Markets One course unit from: Foundations of Finance Theory Portfolio Investment Derivative Securities Semester 2 (Combines three core units and one elective) Corporate Finance The Analysis of Business Structures Financial Econometrics One course unit from: Financial Statement Analysis International Finance Advanced Empirical Finance Mergers and Acquisitions: Economic and Financial Aspects Real Options in Corporate Finance International Trade: Theory, Policy and Practice International Business, Governments and Competitiveness Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] The dissertation is an integral and crucial part of the course. It gives you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in the taught part of the course. The dissertation normally consists of a piece of empirical work in finance or business economics. Examples of recent dissertation projects include: The role of institutional investors in corporate governance Corporate governance in the UK Corporate payout policy The information content of equity analyst reports of Chinese firms Forecasting international real estate returns Abnormal returns over the merger cycle Security offerings
This course is ideal for students looking for a finance degree with a focus on economics in a business context.
12 mths
Course start date
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
17,300 20,100
You will receive expert advanced training in both finance and related areas of business economics. This course is evenly balanced between business economics and finance, with modules examining the links between international macroeconomics and global capital markets. A major piece of empirical research, in finance or business economics, completes your studies and allows you to research an area of interest in detail. Youll graduate from the course equally equipped to pursue careers in financial services, banking or industry, or an academic career via a PhD. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
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Age range
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Application fee
60
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Accenture, China Credit Rating Co, Bloomberg, China Everbright Bank, Ernst & Young, Frost Forretningsutvikling AS, HSBC, Skye Bank Plc, Statoil ASA
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MSc Quantitative Finance

Financial Engineering Risk Management
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 (Combines four core units) Core Foundations of Finance Theory Stochastic Calculus Semester 2 (Combines three core units and one elective) Core Financial Econometrics
12 mths
Course start date
This specialist course gives you a thorough understanding of the full range of quantitative methods needed for financial decision making, and allows you to follow one of two expert pathways in either financial engineering or risk management.
You learn to forecast and manage risk and return, price any financial instrument, and engineer new methods and financial products. You also gain advanced knowledge of the main theoretical and applied concepts in quantitative finance, financial engineering and risk management, using current issues to stimulate your thinking. If your career aspirations involve the design and management of new financial instruments as well as the development of innovative methods for measuring, predicting and managing risk, this course is for you. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
Derivative Securities Pathways Core Financial Engineering Risk Management Pathways Core Financial Engineering Interest Rate Derivatives Computational Finance Risk Management Credit Risk Management Generalised Linear Models and Survival Analysis Options One course unit from: One course unit from: Interest Rate Real Options in Derivatives Corporate Finance Credit Risk Management Mathematical Modelling of Finance Risk, Performance and Decision Analysis R eal Options in Corporate Finance Simulation and Risk Analysis Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] The dissertation is an integral and crucial part of the course. It gives you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in the taught part of the course. Our topics are aligned with the research interests of leading financial institutions from the City of London and internationally. Students who want to work on an industry-linked topic for their dissertation are subject to certain strict selection criteria (for example, quality of research proposal, strong CV and first semester exam performance). Examples of recent dissertation projects include: Approximation of CVA/DVA/FVA FVA and MM quantitative analysis/illustration Reciprocal energy switching options Continuous rainbow options on commodity outputs Recovering risk-neutral PDs Investigating dynamics and determinants of risk-neutral PDs
Scientific Computing Portfolio Investment
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
21,400 21,400
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Age range
21-26
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Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Bangkok Bank, Barclays Capital, Bloomberg, CIBC World Markets, Citigroup, Hewitt Associates, KPMG, MFC Fund, Schlumberger, Schneider, Tata Consultancy Services
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Business Analytics, Information Systems, Innovation and Policy
Boost your understanding of contemporary business issues and enhance your career prospects with challenging, practical and industry-focused degrees.
Our courses are challenging, globally relevant and focus on todays key business issues. You work alongside academics with expertise in business systems, policy, management and business enterprise, and experience of advising and leading organisations such as the European Union, Parliamentary Committees and the NHS. MBS has the largest number of innovation researchers in Europe, and our Institute of Innovation Research is in the top two in the world. So, if you have new ideas about anything from carbon emissions to technology transfer or innovation, you have unparalleled access to staff whose work is constantly in demand from blue-chip companies and governments. Our courses combine academic excellence with applied business learning so that you gain the knowledge and skills you need to put them into practice from day one. Research informs our teaching, ensuring you are kept up to date with the latest business thinking and methodology. We believe that tomorrows business leaders need more than just a thorough understanding of commerce, so our courses give you the skills to communicate, collaborate and co-ordinate across global teams, and help develop cutting-edge solutions to real-life business problems.
I enjoyed learning a range of practical tips that can be applied in real life situations and working with groups from all over the world.
Santiago Zuluaga Sanchez, Class of 2013
Santiago Zuluaga Sanchez, Colombia MSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis, Class of 2013 I chose Manchester over other options due to its ranking, reputation and the amount of employers that targeted the university in the past two years. I enjoyed learning a range of practical tips that can be applied in real life situations and working with groups from all over the world. Undertaking a masters like this provides you with different experiences and a variety of tools which will let you shine. You might not use every tool, but you will be prepared to take every opportunity and have confidence in your future.
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Entry requirements
Am I qualified to study Business Analytics, Information Systems, Innovation and Policy?
MSc Business Analytics Page 32
Assessment
Dissertation
Normally ranges 15 Home/EU Combination of between 12,000 group assessment and Sept 9,800 presentations, course work, and 25,000 words 2014 Overseas report, assignments, in-class 15,500 tests and examinations 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment and Sept 9,800 presentations, course work, 2014 Overseas assignments, report, 15,500 individual essay and examinations 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment and Sept 9,800 presentations, course work, 2014 Overseas assignments, report, 15,500 individual essay and examinations Normally ranges between 12,000 and 20,000 words
MSc Business Analytics We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in a quantitative subject such as mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, computing, management science or economics. MSc Information Systems We are looking for candidates with a keen interest and enthusiasm for business and technology. Students generally fall into two groups: those that use the course to convert into Information Systems from backgrounds as diverse as history, philosophy, politics, geography and mathematics, and those with technology degrees who wish to enhance their knowledge and understanding of technology in a business and organisational context.
For non-technical graduates, we recommend that you take the Organisations and Management pathway this is designed to give you a solid technical grounding and build on your communication and analytical skills. For more technically oriented students, you are able to choose from any of the three pathways, dependent on your career aspirations and interests. For all pathways, we normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or overseas equivalent. MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent in any discipline.
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12 months full-time
MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship Page 38
12 months full-time 24 months part-time
Normally around 15,000 words
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I have extensive experience in the development and application of optimisation, simulation and data analytical approaches for challenging optimisation problems faced in business and management. We typically run a number of extra-curricular events throughout the academic year: this year, this included a visit to the OR Societys Careers Open Day, a case study afternoon run by British Airways OR Group and a presentation from the company SAS, who sponsor a coursework prize for our Data Analytics module. Julia Handl Lecturer in Business Analytics
What is great about teaching at MBS is the mix of students we get from all over the world, China, India, South East Asia, Africa, Europe, South America. I recently won a major grant worth 2.5 million euro from the European Commission to study over three years with ten other partners in various European Universities and research institutes. Bruce Tether Professor of Innovation Management and Strategy
One of the key characteristics of my teaching is to link theory and practice by bringing my consultancy and research experiences with companies into the classroom. I have consulted on technology strategy, internet marketing and implementation of large-scale systems with international companies including Vodafone, Citibank, Cisco, Bank of Scotland, Royal Bank of Scotland, Matalan, AstraZeneca and Waitrose. Christopher Holland 18 77 Professor of Information Systems
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MSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis

Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Applied Statistics and Business Forecasting Mathematical Programming and Optimisation And at least one and no more than two of the following specialist electives: Advances in Database Systems Computationally Intensive Statistics Data Analysis I Data Analysis for Business Economics Natural Language Processing Statistical Inference Text Mining Time Series Analysis Scientific Computing And one at most from: Distributed Systems and Internet Technology e-Business Foundations of Computing Operations Management Project Management Quality Management Supply Chain and Logistics Management I Semester 2 Risk, Performance and Decision Analysis Simulation and Risk Analysis Data Analytics for Business Decision Making And one from: Business Improvement Tools and Techniques Computer-Supported Co-operative Working Credit Risk Management Data Analysis II Database Systems Decision Support Systems Digital Technologies in Marketing Global Supply Chain Management Human Computer Interaction and Web-user Interfaces Information Management Interest Rate Derivatives Multivariate Statistical Methods Organisational Change Patterns for e-Business Applications Project Management and Systems Modelling Relationship Marketing Statistical Analysis of Designed Experiments Supply Chain and Logistics Management II Survival Analysis Web Applications
12 mths
Course start date
The course introduces you to the fundamental theories, approaches and analytical toolkit of decision sciences, applied operational research, and statistics.
It shows you how they can be applied to common problem areas across business and management. You then have the opportunity to choose from a broad range of options to meet your interests or career aspirations. The course gives you a solid theoretical foundation and quantitative skills alongside practical problem-solving techniques. Much of your learning involves real-life scenarios using case studies, individual and team consulting-based assignments, presentations and software tools. An understanding of analytical approaches in business and management opens up many exciting career paths in consultancies, the finance, retail and manufacturing sectors, government analytics units, defence and major solution providers in IT systems, outsourcing and telecoms. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 15,500
282 50
Age range
21-28
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. Topics reflect the expertise of your lecturers and you may be asked to choose from a list of options. Subsequently you will be allocated to one of these options. Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: America Veintiuno, Aon, Deloitte Touche, Goldman Sachs International, HSBC, IBM, LBM Direct, Royal Bank of Scotland, Saudi Aramco, Swiss Re, Yorkshire Building Society Supervision often starts with small groups of students studying similar topics meeting with their supervisor, who then guides students in deciding on the focus for their individual dissertations. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review followed by a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Recent dissertations include: Non-linear programming and a heuristic approach for a dairy product range optimisation Evaluation of forecasting and supply chain issues in a major Indian FMCG manufacturer Structural equation modelling Prioritisation of product groups for carbon labelling for a leading UK supermarket Depot location, fleet sizing and demand forecasting for car rental
12
By agreement, one course unit may be taken from other MBS Masters courses. All elective units are subject to availability and timetabling constraints, and the marketing and advanced mathematical/statistical units are also subject to your previous background in these areas.
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
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MSc Information Systems

Business Information Technology e-Business Technology Organisations and Management
12 mths
Course start date
This is a particularly exciting time to be involved in Information Systems and Technology.New developments in mobile technology, internet marketing and organisational use of enterprise and supply chain systems are revolutionising business theory and practice.
Technology giants such as Google, Apple, SAP, Oracle and Amazon are redefining the business landscape and creating new career opportunities for ambitious managers who are able to bridge the subjects of business and information technology. There are also many opportunities for new start-ups, as technology creates discontinuities and business opportunities for entrepreneurs. The course is designed to capture the inherent inter-disciplinary nature of Information Systems. The topics covered on the course therefore include the underlying technology trends and information technology (IT) infrastructure that underpins business, the strategic application of systems in organisations and markets, and the people element of Information Systems how individuals and groups make decisions, and the role and importance of managers in IT projects. Each of our three pathways is designed to let you customise and tailor your degree programme to suit your own requirements and aspirations. All of them provide a solid base for developing more specialised business and technical knowledge, and will equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to develop a successful career in Information Systems, either as a general manager and consultant, or as a technology specialist. You can choose your pathway before joining the course or after you arrive in Manchester and have had the opportunity to learn more about the options from your course directors and tutors. Business Information Technology The pathway combines the human element of computing with the technical design of systems and processes. Systems design for employees coupled with internet marketing for consumers and business customers require individuals who have an integrated knowledge of how people behave and use systems, and also of the underlying technology. Topics covered include how business and IT megatrends are changing business models and how business models are being transformed by the innovative application of technology and systems.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 15,500
e-Business Technology The pathway is offered on the premise that business models, strategies and markets are fundamentally changing as a result of digital technology. A deep understanding of the interaction between business models and new forms of technology such as mobile devices, Internet of Things, big data and changing online consumer behaviour are needed to fully exploit the new opportunities and threats that are facing business organisations. A range of important and contemporary technology themes are covered, including network architecture, e-commerce strategy, internet transactions and infrastructure, business process modelling and knowledge management.
522 35
Age range
Organisations and Management The pathway is for individuals from a non-technical background and provides you with insights and knowledge that help you model, understand and develop Information Technology and Systems in an organisational context. This set of skills that combine management and technology is of particular value and interest to consultants as well as managers involved in implementing new IT-based systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), supply chain and internet marketing strategies. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
21-35
13
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Airbus, Accenture, Barclays Bank, Cap Gemini, Cisco Systems, Dataweavers Ltd, Deutsche Bank, Ernst & Young, Google, Hewlett Packard, Johnson & Johnson, Lenovo, Merrill Lynch
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MSc Information Systems

Business Information Technology e-Business Technology Organisations and Management
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Core units Core Industrial Leadership Forum Research Methods and Practice
12 mths
Course start date
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 15,500
Course structure All students take the course core unit Industrial Leadership Forum. It is an exciting and innovative module delivered by practising managers and business leaders, who are at the forefront of current Information Systems practice and thinking, and are therefore able to share relevant knowledge and experience, as well as giving you an insight into likely career opportunities. The research methods and practice unit provides a solid grounding and basis for academic analysis and research that are utilised throughout the course. You are then encouraged to take more specialised options, while still retaining a broad, multi-disciplinary approach to your studies. A list of typical options is provided opposite.
Pathways Core Business Information Technology Human Computer Interaction and Enterprise Systems and Web User Interfaces Five optional course units from: Semester 1 Application and Evaluation of IS IS Strategy and Enterprise Systems Strategic Supply Chain Management Managing Projects Distributed Systems and Internet Technology e-Business e-Government Digital Technologies for Marketing Semester 2 Global Digital Transformation of Business and IS society IT Trends Decision Behaviour Analysis and Support Human Computer Interaction and Web User Interfaces Information and Knowledge Management Relationship Marketing Megaproject Leadership and Strategy Psychology of Behaviour and Decision Making e-Business Technology e-Business Organisations and Management Information Systems Strategy
522 35
Age range
21-35
The availability of specific modules may vary and is subject to change.
Semester 3 - Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review followed by a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Recent dissertation topics include: Social media analytics Digital marketing Improving business decisions using Social Media and Business Intelligence Tools Gamification Service Management in Mobile Cloud Infrastructures The use of smartphone devices and tablets to develop software applications Big Data and Healthcare
13
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Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
38 39
MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Financial Appraisal and Investment Economics High Technology Entrepreneurship Innovation and the Knowledge Economy Innovation Management Semester 2 Research Methods Three course units from: Business Creation and Development Case Studies in Technology Strategy and Innovation Management Corporate Strategy in Technology Firms Developing Enterprising Individuals Eco-Innovation Management Innovation and Market Strategy Innovation Through Creativity and Design International Competitiveness, Business Strategy and Innovation Management Regional, National and Global Dimensions of Science, Technology and Innovation Service Innovation Water and Sanitation Planning and Policy in Developing Countries
(Part-time)
Course start date
12 mths 24 mths
Learn how new, innovative products get to market, how companies introduce innovation and how enterprises set up new ventures. Our students have worked with new business start-ups ranging from catering to nanotechnology.
You will understand how the innovation process works, how companies organise to take advantage of internal and external sources of innovation, how to carry out technology investment appraisal, forecast future trends and formulate and re-evaluate business strategy. Students can also take part in an annual Venture Further business start-up competition, helping budding entrepreneurs set up their own businesses. Teaching and assessment place strong emphasis on developing analytical and critical skills, research training, personal communication skills and effective team-working, providing an excellent basis to pursue a variety of careers across all sectors. These include engineers and leaders of innovative teams, entrepreneurs in technology-driven organisations, academic research or teaching. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 15,500
By agreement an optional unit from other Masters courses can be taken. All optional course units are subject to demand.
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. A list of dissertation topic areas will be presented to you toward the end of the first term: dissertation topics reflect the diverse interests and expertise of research-active academics who teach on the course and other research and teaching staff. Sometimes there are opportunities to undertake dissertations related to on-going research projects or in collaboration with industry. Alternatively, you may work on an academically-grounded business plan. Examples of topics covered include: Disruptive innovation in the theatre: a case study of simulation technology E merging technological innovation systems: an analysis of the UK offshore wind industry How do green issues affect the IT industry? I nvestigating the determinants of success of generational technologies in the video game industry T he pattern of venture capital firm investment in early stage high technology companies in the UK T he Rising Silicon Dragon strategies adopted by high tech non-government enterprises in China
467 67
Age range
21-33
20
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Cap Gemini, Cisco Systems, Deloitte, Deutsche Bank, HSBC, IBM, IMS Group, JP Morgan, Kaffeination Ltd, KPMG, Panasonic, Procter & Gamble, Tesco, Texas Instruments
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Masters
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International Business
With students from more than 70 countries, alumni of more than 169 nationalities and the cream of staff from across the globe, internationalism is at the heart of everything we do at MBS. More than just degrees in business and management, our courses give you the opportunity to work alongside top-ranking academics and international corporate partners to develop your own creative ideas about modern business on a global scale.
You not only gain a thorough academic foundation but also benefit from MBS excellent international network which includes major associations such as the Academy of International Business, Euro-Asia Management Studies Association, and international organisations such as the United Nations. This is particularly helpful in the development of dissertation research topics. Our academics have proven expertise in the specific management cultures of India, South East Asia, Eastern Europe, North America and the former Soviet Union. Their knowledge and experience will broaden your international perspective and increase your understanding of traditional and emerging markets. One of our courses focuses on China to reflect the growing importance of the Chinese economy in world business. As well as learning from expert academics with extensive contacts throughout the Chinese business community, our students have access to the Universitys Confucius Institute. As a truly international business school, we have centres in Shanghai, Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Miami and So Paulo. Manchester Business School is making a major contribution to the development of comparative and international business research through the Centre for Comparative and International Business Research (CIBER). This centre is dedicated to the understanding of how business strategies, capabilities and structures vary and change within and across different countries and institutional contexts.
Roman Kulikov, Russia MSc Management, Class of 2013 I chose MBS because it is one of the best academic institutions worldwide working with international students. Project-based group work during the core modules is a vital element of the programme that enables you to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in many core and associated disciplines, foster different ways of thinking, different ways of viewing and understanding organisations. It also helps you understand people from different countries, with diverse backgrounds and unique perceptions of the world. MBS Careers Service offers various resources designed to help current students discover opportunities they could take advantage of and learn how to succeed in psychometric tests, writing a targeted CV and building confidence at interviews. Socialising with fellow students and sharing time together are the most important parts of studying at the university, which you are bound to remember many years afterwards.
I chose MBS because it is one of the best academic institutions worldwide working with international students.
Roman Kulikov, Class of 2013
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Entry requirements
Am I qualified to study International Business?
Course Start Tuition duration date fees
Assessment
Dissertation Business project Normally ranges between 12,000 and 25,000 words
Application fee None
MSc Chinese Business and Management We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. MSc International Business and Management We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. MBus Global Business Analysis We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. MSc Management We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. The MSc Management is a course for students with no previous experience of business and management. Although no prior knowledge of business and management is assumed, the course moves at a fast pace to bring all participants to the same breadth of understanding.
MSc Chinese 12 15 Home/EU Combination of Business and months Sept 9,800 group assessment Management full-time 2014 and presentations, Overseas Page 46 course work, 17,300 report, individual essay, assignments and examination 12 MSc 15 International months Sept Business and full-time 2014 Management Page 48 Home/EU Combination of course work, 9,800 group assessment Overseas and presentations, 17,300 assignments, report, in-class tests, individual essay and examination
Normally ranges between 12,000 and 25,000 words
60
MBus Global Business Analysis Page 50
12 15 Home/EU Combination of months Sept 14,000 group assessment full-time 2014 and presentations, Overseas course work, 18,450 individual essay, assignments and examination
Up to 12 weeks working on a live clientfacing project Business research project see page 52
None
MSc 12 15 Home/EU Combination Management months Sept 11,000 of group Page 52 full-time 2014 assessment and Overseas presentations, 18,450 course work, assignment, in-class tests, report and examination
None
60
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
44 45

Students enthusiasm, willingness to engage in discussions, and knowledge of other countries never fails to impress me. This makes applying the theories and concepts that we cover in the modules to actual companies and the problems that they face all the more enjoyable. Matt Allen Senior Lecturer Organisation Studies
Throughout a varied academic career, I have been involved in teaching within many disciplines including business studies, political economy and public policy. TheMSc Chinese Business and Management course is not only highly specialised but also broadly based. Drawing on disciplinary knowledge from strategic management, marketing, finance, organisation studies and human resource management, this degree programme provides our students with a rich, interesting and rewarding learning experience.
Xiaoke Zhang Course Director, Chinese Business and Management
Before joining MBS, I worked in corporate finance and did research on industries like banking, railways and branded consumer goods. I feel in my true element in a classroom where students are engaged and enthusiastic I come away feeling invigorated by the sheer diversity of ideas and perspectives! Above all, I want to encourage my students to think for themselves, be reflective and develop confidence in dealing with real-world issues. Eva Alfoldi Course Director, MSc International Business and Management
Number of academics
69
19
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
46 47
MSc Chinese Business and Management
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Managing Across Competing Capitalisms* The Changing Dynamics of Management in China Semester 2 Managing across Competing Capitalisms* Competition, Strategy and Innovation in China And at least one and no more than two of the following electives: Corporate Restructuring and Governance in China Managing Global Supply Chains Performance Assessment and Decision Support And one at most from: Global Business Strategy The Management of International Organisational Change Chinese Language
12 mths
Course start date
Graduates with business and management skills and an understanding of the Chinese economy and society are in demand.
Study the unique business processes, traditions and politics of the fastest growing economy in the world on a course that allows you to study Chinese business in a global context. You focus on business and management in the Chinese context, looking at Chinese-owned and foreign-owned businesses operating in China, as well as Chinese multinational firms operating outside China. You learn about the intricacies of Chinese business and management and how it relates to its cultural and institutional environment. You have access to internationally renowned staff with expert knowledge in the key business and management disciplines as they relate to China. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
And at least one and no more than two of the following electives: Marketing in China Designing Organisations: An International Perspective And one at most from: Research Methods for Organisations Chinese Language
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 17,300
*Managing Across Competing Capitalisms is a dual-semester module worth 30 credits.
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. Supervision often starts with small groups of students studying similar topics meeting with their supervisors, who then guide students in deciding on the focus for their individual dissertations. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review as well as a piece of original empirical work. Dissertations have analysed: A comparative analysis of the disclosure of CSR initiatives by Chinese and global banks Marketing international luxury brands in China The development of foreign-owned multinationals in China: pitfalls and prospects Marketing in China: the images of domestic and foreign hypermarkets in China The Chinese beer market: marketing to reach the regions others cant Environmental management in the aviation industry: an analysis of best practices in Chinese and UK firms
124 16
Age range
22-33
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Bank of China, ConocoPhillips & CNOOC XJ Operation, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Geo Genesis Group, HSBC, InterChina, Levi Strauss & Co, Kinpack, Noah Holdings, NHS
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
48 49
MSc International Business and Management
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 (Exchange and nonexchange streams) Economic Analysis of the Multinational Enterprise Financial Risk Management for International Business Fundamentals of International Business Marketing Issues in International Business Semester 2 (Non-Exchange stream) Research Methods and Data Analysis Three courses from: Corporate Strategy and Governance in China Corporate Strategy in Technology Firms Institutions and Firms Internationalisation Strategies International Business Negotiations International Competitiveness, Business Strategy and Innovation Management International Marketing International Trade: Theory, Policy and Practice Mergers and Acquisitions: Economic and Financial Aspects Multinational Management Multinationals and Technology Transfer in Economic Development (Exchange stream) As an exchange student, you will spend a semester in one of our partner institutions abroad. International exchange partners comprise: Copenhagen Business School EM Lyon Escola de Administrao de Empresas de So Paulo Helsinki School of Economics National Taiwan University Norwegian School of Economics Rotterdam School of Management Stockholm School of Economics Universit Commerciale Luigi Bocconi Universitt St. Gallen University of Florida University of Kiel University of Melbourne University of New South Wales Universitt zu Kln Universit Catholique de Louvain-La-Neuve Wirtschaftsuniversitt Wien
In todays globalised economy, the ability to think and work across boundaries and borders is imperative.
12 mths
Course start date
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
Make the move into the fast-paced world of international commerce with a degree designed to give you up-to-the-minute knowledge of global management issues. Drawing on economics, finance, organisational theory, marketing and human resource management, you examine areas of international business and management in depth, focusing on the key issues facing multinational enterprises. This allows you to apply your skills anywhere in the world. You also receive a thorough grounding in social science research issues and methods. Once registered on the course, you can apply for an international exchange to broaden your horizons and enhance your employability in the global job market.
9,800 17,300
Graduates will gain partial exemption from membership to the Institute of Export, with the potential for further exemption depending on the choice of options and research focus of the dissertation. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
1009 98
Age range
21-32
24
Application fee
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. Dissertation topics reflect the expertise of your lecturers and you may be asked to select a number of options from a list of dissertation topics. Supervision often starts with small groups of students meeting their supervisor, who then guides students in deciding on the focus for their individual dissertations. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review which drives a piece of empirical work, involving qualitative or quantitative research. Recent dissertations have covered: Why do consumers avoid certain brands? Cross-cultural exploration of brand avoidance Cross-border knowledge flows and innovative performance Globalisation and its impact on company strategies Internationalisation of retailing companies International business negotiations
60
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Accenture, Bloomberg, Deloitte, Deutsche Bank, Ernst & Young, KPMG, Mercedes Benz, Pilkington, Porsche AG, Sony, Tesco, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Vodafone UK
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
50 51
MBus Global Business Analysis
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Managing Across Competing Capitalisms* Business Models: Theory and Practice Analysing Companies: Business Models, Narrative and Numbers Designing Organisations: An International Perspective Semester 2 Managing Across Competing Capitalisms* Three course units from: The Analysis of Business Structures Technology, Innovation Management and Business Strategy Global Politics and Global Business The Management of International Organisational Change Doing Business in Europe International Capital and Trade Flows
12 mths
Course start date
This course focuses on real international business issues and how to solve them. Put your learning into practice with our unique client-facing project.
You explore the operation of multinational enterprises and undertake comparative business analysis, while gaining the practical skills necessary to work efficiently in an international business environment. Alongside a thorough understanding of business analysis and development, you graduate with the key skills of international business consulting, such as framing international business problems, writing business reports and preparing for interviews. You have the opportunity to apply your learning to real business problems through a client-facing project within an external client organisation, giving you valuable experience and generating excellent networking opportunities. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
*Managing Across Competing Capitalisms is a dual-semester module worth 30 credits.
14,000 18,450
Semester 3 Dissertation/client-facing project with an external organisation [60 credits] During this period, you will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learnt during the first two semesters, on a real-life company project. This will enhance and improve your skills and overall employability. The result of this project is presented as a research report/dissertation. This experiential learning helps you to become a reflective practitioner or manager. The project is offered if you gain a minimum of 50% in each first semester course unit. If not, you will be offered a project related to an external client, with no direct contact with the client. For those working on group projects, a group report and an individual report will be produced (both 6,000 words). You may either source your own client-facing project or apply via your project co-ordinator, who will also source projects within companies on behalf of MBus students. If you choose to source your own, you are also supported through the process by your project co-ordinator. You are given the list of MBS-sourced projects in March, and you have the opportunity to apply. Following this, interviews are held between the company and student, projects are then allocated and start at the beginning of June. Alternatively, you may undertake an academic dissertation of 12,000 words. Your supervisor will help you to define the research and advise, guide and support you throughout. Recent project reports Past projects have involved our students applying their skills across a range of fields: Study on the development of ethical workplaces Exploring the strategic expansion of the volunteer tourism industry into the academic market Economic performance and sector diversification of the North West and Greater Manchester An in-depth analysis of the wholesale market and changing trends towards online shopping Strategic positioning in relation to the Offshore Wind Turbine Market in northern Europe Project clients have included: ASDA, AstraZeneca, BAE Systems, BASF, British Red Cross, Co-operative Financial Services, Colt Ltd, Deloitte, Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, ICI, Kelloggs.
450 83
Age range
21-32
24
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Accenture, Aon Hewitt, BP, Ernst & Young, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Jones Lang La Salle, Motion Works, Shell Petroleum, Standard Chartered Bank, Unilever, Whyte & McKay (China)
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
52 53
MSc Management
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Pre-course workshop We get you started with an intensive one-week introduction to the course which brings you up to speed on exactly what management is. We provide you with invaluable feedback which will help you with your studies for the year. Semester 1 Business Performance and Strategy Foundations of Management Introduction to Accounting Marketing and Marketing Management Semester 2 Comparative Employment Relations and International Human Resource Management Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship Organisational Psychology Sustainability and Social Responsibility
12 mths
Course start date
You know where you want to be but you dont have the right skills to get there. The MSc Management can help you make the jump from successful graduate to creative manager.
Whether you want to run your own company, change the business environment from within or contribute to solving the worlds problems, we can give you the skills you need. Thats why the MSc Management is different. Most management courses will give you a strong foundation in the basics of business. Very few also give you a thorough understanding of sustainability, social responsibility and social entrepreneurship, helping you challenge the way businesses think and make a positive impact on society. We believe that people learn best when they can see the practical applications of what theyre studying. Our MSc Management isnt just about lectures and assignments, we also give you challenging group projects to test your thinking, your team-working skills and help you apply your knowledge to todays real-life business issues. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
Semester 3 Research Skills for Business and Management Trends in Global Business and Management Business research project [30 credits] You work in groups and individually on a realistic case study that gets you to think and act like a manager. The project builds on the skills and knowledge youve gained and helps you make the connection between academic study and genuine business practice. It also showcases your management and research skills and demonstrates how these can be applied in the real world.
11,000 18,450
878 83
Age range
21-38
The MSc Management will give you the necessary skills to develop different ways of thinking and different ways of viewing and understanding organisations.
Professor Debra Howcroft Course Director, MSc Management
19
Application fee
60
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Amazon Web Services, Balfour Beatty, HSBC, JD Williams, Manchester City FC, Mars Innovation, Phusis Ltd, PricewaterhouseCoopers
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
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Marketing, Operations and Corporate Communications
MBS has always been at the cutting-edge of business teaching and research. We were the first business school to offer a Masters degree in corporate communications and reputation management. This reflects the growing importance of this field in an increasingly knowledge based economy, and our reputation for offering unique, up-to-date, industry relevant courses.
Whether marketing, operations or communications is your specialism, we have a number of centres of international research excellence. The Marketing Group plays host to a large number of academics engaged in world class marketing, consumer and communication research, regularly hosts internationally renowned speakers and has recently organised a prestigious global conference. Through the Manchester Retail Research Forum and the Customer Management Leadership Group we continue to forge strong links with major national and international organisations that help us to stay at the forefront of contemporary thinking in marketing. Another focus of our research-led teaching is in the area of relationship marketing and business networks. Our Industrial Marketing and Purchasing Research Group is part of an international research network of leading academics who provide you with the latest thinking and management practice. Paired with our involvement in the UK group of the Product Development and Management Association (PDMA), you have unparalleled access to top-level management research and learning practices. The Operations and Supply Chain Management Group delivers leading research and education within the discipline. It works closely with academics, organisations, and practitioners around the world within a range of areas, including sustainability, supplier relations, technology, and innovation.
Ive gained a lot of practical knowledge that can be applied at work and this has been very valuable to me.
Marina Ermolenko, Class of 2013
Marina Ermolenko, Russia MSc Marketing, Class of 2013 I chose Manchester Business School because of the MSc Marketing course it is fully concentrated on the subject and provides a wide variety of options to choose from in the second semester. Ive gained a lot of practical knowledge that can be applied at work and this has been very valuable to me. If you want to gain good knowledge and experience in a chosen area, The University of Manchester can help you to achieve it. This cosy student city provides a lot of opportunities for independent as well as group study that results in a deep understanding of your subject.
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
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Entry requirements
Am I qualified to study Marketing, Operations and Corporate Communications?
MSc Corporate Communications and Reputation Management Page 60
Assessment
Dissertation Normally ranges between 15,000 and 20,000 words
Application fee None
MSc Corporate Communications and Reputation Management We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. MSc Marketing/MSc Marketing (Specialism) We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. International Exchange For MSc Marketing students there may also be an opportunity to study for one semester in an exchange institution (details can be found under the MSc International Business and Management course, pages 48-49). MSc Operations, Project and Supply Change Management We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline.
15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment Sept 9,800 and presentations, 2014 Overseas course work, case 17,300 study report, assignments, individual essay and examination 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment Sept 9,800 and presentations, 2014 Overseas course work, 17,300 individual essay, assignment and examination 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment Sept 9,800 and presentations, 2014 Overseas in-class tests, 17,300 coursework, report, individual essay, assignment and examination
MSc Marketing/ MSc Marketing (Specialism) Page 62
12 months full-time
60
MSc Operations, Project and Supply Change Management Page 64
12 months full-time
None
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I teach on the MSc Corporate Communications and Reputation Management most years, we have students from about 20 different countries. In my classes, I expect a lot from students: I want them to use ideas that are novel to them and come up with new ways of thinking about the world. My objective is the same in classes and project supervision: to apply good theory to understanding the business world better. Paul Jackson Professor of Corporate Communications
I enjoy working at MBS because of the stimulating academic environment, the diversity of the staff and students and the multiple perspectives this brings to the learning experience. On the MSc Marketing course we get students from very different backgrounds working together from the word go. In the first term this takes the form of the Venture Project where small teams of students design an initiative and demonstrate how they would take it to market.
Emma Banister Senior Lecturer in Marketing
Number of academics
53
18
MBS
Masters
mbs.ac.uk/masters
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MSc Corporate Communications and Reputation Management

Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Corporate Communications Corporate Reputation Management Employee Communications Marketing and Communications Professional Analytics* Semester 2 Marketing and Communications Professional Analytics* Choose three courses from: Advertising Business-to-Business Marketing Consumer Behaviour Corporate Social Responsibility Crisis Management Digital Technologies for Marketing International Marketing Marketing Communications and Branding Relationship Marketing and Customer Experience Management Retail Marketing Services Marketing
12 mths
Course start date
In a world where organisations are under increasing public scrutiny, protecting a companys corporate reputation and sending out the right messages are vital for survival.
Take a first step to a career in corporate communications, public relations consultancy or in managing corporate brands. Using the latest research and details of current best practice, you learn how to manage relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, and promote a positive corporate reputation. Communication specialists who can take a strategic view of business are in high demand and those with a thorough understanding of current communication technology are in short supply. We help to meet that demand by giving you a unique experience combining advanced knowledge of up-to-the-minute communication skills and techniques with case studies and practical examples of best practice. You graduate equipped with analytical tools which can be used across all sectors and will give you a competitive edge in the marketplace. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 17,300
*Marketing and Communications Professional Analytics is a dual-semester module worth 30 credits. By agreement one course unit may be taken from other Masters courses. The availability of elective modules is subject to student demand.
300 49
Age range
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. Supervision often starts with small groups of students studying similar topics meeting with their supervisors, who then guide students in deciding on the focus for their individual dissertations. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review which drives a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Recent dissertations have covered: The role of PR in the enactment of a sub-political arena Corporate social responsibility and its influence on employee engagement Exploring the interplay between control and flexibility in communication processes of a highly complex organisation The interplay of imagination, perception and memory in consumer evaluations of service experiences The impact of corporate advertising and news media coverage on corporate image The role and effectiveness of social media in crisis management
21-41
16
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Blemain Group, British Council, eBay, Energy Development Corp, Ernst & Young, John Lewis, JP Morgan, Microsoft, Racewood Ltd, Swier Group, Tesco, United Nations, Wal-Mart
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MSc Marketing/MSc Marketing (Specialism)
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Marketing Fundamentals Marketing Implementation Marketing Strategy and New Product Development Marketing and Communications Professional Analytics* Semester 2 Route 1: MSc Marketing Marketing and Communications Professional Analytics* Choose three courses from: Advertising Business-to-Business Marketing Consumer Behaviour Corporate Social Responsibility Crisis Management Digital Technologies for Marketing International Marketing Marketing Communications and Branding Relationship Marketing and Customer Experience Management Retail Marketing Services Marketing Route 2: MSc Marketing (Specialism) Selecting this route involves studying: Marketing and Communications Professional Analytics* Two elective course units from route 1 list Specialism core module Specialism-focused dissertation MSc Marketing (Business-toBusiness) Core module: Business-to-Business Marketing MSc Marketing (Consumer Behaviour) Core module: Consumer Behaviour MSc Marketing (International) Core module: International Marketing MSc Marketing (Retailing) Core module: Retail Marketing MSc Marketing (Services) Core module: Services Marketing
12 mths
Course start date
Enjoy a stimulating and flexible degree designed to help you develop a critical appreciation of key areas in marketing, while giving you the chance to hone your skills in a specific area.
As well as learning the fundamentals of marketing, you can also take one of our specialist pathways to ensure you really stand out in the job market and can demonstrate the practical key skills that employers are looking for. Expert pathways are offered in: Business-to-business Consumer behaviour International marketing Retailing Services The MSc Marketing course also gives you a grounding in research methods, including techniques of data collection and analysis. Course recognition The course has been approved and accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing to provide direct entry onto the CIMs Professional Diploma in Marketing. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 17,300
*Marketing and Communications Professional Analytics is a dualsemester module worth 30 credits. By agreement one course unit may be taken from other Masters courses. The availability of elective modules is subject to student demand. It is your responsibility to ensure that your choice of options conforms to the requirements of the specialism that you wish to register for.
910 96
Age range
21-29
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation. Dissertation topics reflect the expertise of lecturers and you may be asked to choose from a list of options. Subsequently you will be allocated to one of these options. Supervision often starts with small groups of students studying similar topics meeting with their supervisor, who then guides them on the focus for their individual dissertations. The dissertation normally consists of a literature review which drives a piece of empirical work, involving qualitative or quantitative research. Examples of topics include: The visual branding of specialty coffee: the cases of Nespresso and Starbucks in the UK and China Service failures and recovery strategies on social media: Twitter as an example Exploration of the influences of organisational factors on customer integration in new service development A cautionary tale: an examination of international retail failure with the case study of Marks and Spencer The spillover effect of Unilevers corporate brand image and its impacts on its product brands
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Application fee
60
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: BSkyB, Carat Advertising, Gruma Mexico, Logitech, LOral, Marks & Spencer, Marine Harvest, Royal Dutch Shell plc, Silver Spoon Sugar, Tesco, Unilever, Volkswagen Group UK
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MSc Operations, Project and Supply Chain Management
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Global Operations Management* Managing Projects* Strategic Supply Management* Semester 2 Research Methods And three electives, including at least two of the following specialist electives: Business Improvement Tools, Techniques and Systems Business-to-Business Marketing Global Supply Chain Management* Megaproject Leadership and Strategy Simulation and Risk Analysis Risk, Performance and Decision Analysis Digital Technologies for Marketing Data Analytics for Business Decision Making Simulation and Risk Analysis
12 mths
Course start date
Operations management is all about how to organise the production and delivery of products and services. From banks to factories, 90% of people are involved in operations.
This course gives you the knowledge and skills to ensure that processes run smoothly, particularly in the face of challenges and opportunities arising from the increasingly global reach of business. The course covers the service, manufacturing, public and private sectors, showing how operations management works, whether the customer is a patient in hospital, a traveller on a transport system or a consumer buying a new iPad. The course provides you with the knowledge and practical skills vital for the professional operations, project or supply chain manager. It also gives you a strong foundation for any subsequent doctoral work or an academic career within the field. You have the opportunity to concentrate on particular aspects of operations management, supply chain management (helping towards membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply), project management and process improvement. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
And one elective from the following specialist electives: Commercial Management of Projects and Programmes e-Business
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 17,300
*Required for CIPS accreditation pathway. By agreement, you may choose one elective from other masters courses such as Corporate Communications, Global Business Analysis, Accounting and Finance, Computing or Mathematics. This is by arrangement, and subject to timetabling and what you have studied previously.
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. Dissertation topics reflect the expertise of your lecturers and you may be asked to choose from a list of options. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review followed by a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Recent dissertations have covered: The future green supply chain in retail industry: a shared value strategic perspective Evaluation of cost performance in inventory management in reverse logistics Using e-procurement to improve supply chain management practices Globalisation, risk, ethics and global supply chains: an operations perspective The implementation, use and effectiveness of the balanced scorecard
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Age range
21-48
14
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: AC Nielsen, Airbus, Akzo Nobel, Boston Consulting Group, GlaxoSmithKline, H&M, Lidl, Nestl, Network Rail, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Procter & Gamble, Sapa Group, Thomson Reuters
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People, Management and Organisations
Any companys strongest asset is its people. The ability to understand and influence the way an organisation and its employees work is a vital skill in todays challenging and increasingly globalised business environment.
Our courses are informed by the latest research from our internationally acclaimed academics. These include a Fellow of the British Academy and a member of the ACAS Board of Arbitrators. We also boast leading figures in professional organisations including the British Psychological Society, the Royal Society of Arts, the Royal Society of Medicine, and several advisors to the UK government and the European Commission.
From leadership psychology to staff welfare to employment legislation, our courses give you the skills and knowledge to understand what makes any organisation tick. Your learning is also enriched and complemented by our diverse mix of students from more than 70 countries and our criticallyacclaimed international academics.
Cathrine Puttkammer, Germany MSc Managerial Psychology, Class of 2013 I decided to come to the UK in order to gain international experience, improve my English and to work towards an international career. MBS was my first choice as the content of the programme was and is exactly what I wanted.
MBS was my first choice as the content of the programme was and is exactly what I wanted.
Cathrine Puttkammer, Class of 2013
What I found useful is the link between up-to-date research and practice that has been taught and independently gained, as well as the possibility to obtain presentation skills and practical skills in psychometrics. This year has been a fantastic experience. I recommend it because organisational psychology is an interesting and substantial business area which is taught by excellent teaching staff at MBS. My piece of advice is to be engaged and take in all the knowledge that will be taught.
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Entry requirements
Am I qualified to study People, Management and Organisations?
MSc Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations Page 72 MSc International Human Resource Management and Comparative Industrial Relations Page 74 MSc Organisational Psychology Page 76
Assessment
Dissertation Normally ranges between 12,000 and 15,000 words
15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment and Sept 9,800 presentations, course work, 2014 Overseas individual essay, assignment 15,500 and examination 15 Home/EU Combination of group assessment and Sept 9,800 presentations, course work, 2014 Overseas individual essay, assignment 15,500 and examination
MSc Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. MSc International Human Resource Management and Comparative Industrial Relations We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. MSc Organisational Psychology We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in Psychology. To be admitted to this British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited programme, your first degree must provide the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS and you need to submit evidence of your eligibility for GBC with your application: www.bps.org.uk MSc Managerial Psychology We normally look for a first or upper second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in psychology or a background in social sciences, human resources or business and management.
12 months full-time
15 Home/EU Combination of course work; group assessment Sept 7,650 and presentations, 2014 Overseas in-class tests, report 15,500 and examination
MSc Managerial Psychology Page 78
Normally around 15 Home/EU Combination of course 15,000 words work; group assessment Sept 7,650 and presentations, in-class 2014 Overseas tests, report and examination 15,500
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Its the teaching that I do on the MSc Organisational/Managerial Psychology course that particularly excites me. The students are really engaged, and theres lots of opportunity to teach interactively, which allows us all to hear about some really interesting experiences and to apply the key theories to real work environments. Someone always comes up with a viewpoint I would never otherwise have considered!
Karen Niven Lecturer in Organisational Psychology
The module I teach on, Multinationals and Comparative Employment Systems, contends that employment is shaped by a wide range of factors. The course argues that an awareness of these issues is crucial to a deep understanding of current issues in human resource management (HRM) and industrial relations.
Arjan Keizer Course Director, International Human Resource Management and Comparative Industrial Relations
Number of academics
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MSc Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations

Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Core units Human Resource Management: Strategy and Practice Semester 2 Core units Employment Law Human Resource Management: Context and Organisations Employment Policy and Practice
12 mths
Course start date
People are at the heart of any organisation, so the ability to manage and develop employees, ensure their welfare and understand changing employment legislation is essential to business survival.
The course produces well-rounded human resources practitioners with exemplary knowledge. As well as developing a crucial appreciation of the theoretical foundations and empirical practice of human resource management and industrial relations, in the UK and international settings, you develop an understanding of strategic changes in HRM. You gain strategic insight and boost your CV through workshops given by HR practitioners and attending a live employment tribunal case. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), which gives you a competitive edge in the job market. The CIPD also awards an annual prize for the best performance on the course. There is a charge for the CIPD stream: contact the recruitment office for details. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile. CIPD Course recognition This Masters is accredited to the new equivalent advanced level postgraduate standard. You will join CIPD as a student member and on completion of the Masters and CIPD components you will have achieved the underpinning knowledge towards a level of professional membership. Once you have applied your knowledge in the workplace you will be in a position to apply to CIPD for a membership upgrade. Further details including costs are available from the postgraduate administration team and you can visit the CIPD website: www.cipd.co.uk/qualifications. Students wishing to gain CIPD membership attend a series of skills workshops with guests invited from a wide range of companies, to enable them to develop practical HR skills.
Multinationals and Comparative Employment Systems Research Methods for Organisations Industrial Relations Optional unit Comparative Industrial Relations
Optional unit International Labour Law and Regulation International Human Resource Management
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Tuition fees
Note: a maximum of eight courses can be taken so you choose only one optional unit. There may be minor changes to the allocation of modules to each semester.
9,800 15,500
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review followed by a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Dissertations have been conducted on topics such as: Employment security in domestic privately owned enterprises in South China Workers attitudes towards the implementation of performance-related pay in Chinese domestic enterprises Disability discrimination Organisational boundaries and temporary agency staff Public private partnerships in local authorities Career expectations of white collar managers Employee involvement and participation in the retail sector Employers policies and HIV positive employees
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Age range
21-36
15
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Addleshaw Goddard, Acer, Amazon, Balfour Beatty, John Lewis Partnership, Kraft Foods, Lloyds TSB, Mckinsey and Company, Nestl, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Sony, Tesco
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MSc International Human Resource Management and Comparative Industrial Relations

Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) Semester 1 Core units Comparative Industrial Relations Human Resource Management: Strategy and Practice*
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Semester 2 Core units International Labour Law and Regulation* International Human Resource Management*
12 mths
Course start date
With more and more people working for multinational corporations or in global supply chains, the study of international human resources and comparative industrial relations is becoming ever more important.
The increasing globalisation of the economy and pan-national employment legislation means that the ability to compare processes and practices across continents is a highly sought-after skill among international organisations. This CIPD-accredited course is extremely advantageous in securing a career in HRM. It gives you an understanding of the differences between the employment practices and industrial relations systems of varying countries and multinationals, and how they are influenced by social and economic factors. You also look at the influence of economic integration on changing systems of employment and industrial relations. There is a charge for the CIPD stream: contact the recruitment office for details. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile. CIPD Course recognition This Masters is accredited to the new equivalent advanced level post graduate standard. You will join CIPD as a student member and on completion of the Masters and CIPD components you will have achieved the underpinning knowledge toward a level of professional membership. Once you have applied your knowledge in the workplace you will be in a position to apply to CIPD for a membership upgrade. Further details including costs are available from the postgraduate administration team and you can visit the CIPD website: www.cipd.co.uk/qualifications. Students wishing to gain CIPD membership attend a series of skills workshops with guests invited from a wide range of companies, to enable them to develop practical HR skills.
Multinationals and Comparative Employment Systems* Research Methods for Organisations* Optional unit International Management Organisation Development Optional unit Human Resource Management: Context and Organisation* Management of International Change*
*These courses are compulsory in order to achieve CIPD recognition. Note: a maximum of eight courses can be taken so you choose two optional units during the two semesters. There may be minor changes to the allocation of modules to each semester.
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
9,800 15,500
Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] You must complete a satisfactory dissertation to be awarded your MSc. This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review followed by a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Dissertations have been conducted on topics such as: Work-life balance: perspectives of female teachers from UK and India The development of employee loyalty in a US subsidiary in China The impact of support practices on expatriate adjustment in a Russian multinational corporation Coping mechanisms of Nigerian women balancing motherhood and managerial roles Handling redundancies in economic crises: a comparison between Germany and the UK A critical review of change agents and the HR function in cross-border mergers
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Age range
21-30
13
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Accenture, AstraZeneca, BDL Engineering, Bentley, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Hewlett-Packard, Nestl, Procter & Gamble, RBS Insurance, Shell International, Telenor Group
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MSc Organisational Psychology
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) The full-time course is studied over 12 months, with an eight-month taught programme followed by four months spent on the dissertation. In order to satisfy professional body (BPS) requirements, you must take the following compulsory course units: Semester 1 Semester 2 Relationships at Work The Individual and the Work Environment Research Methods 2 Organisational Effectiveness
(Part-time)
Course start date
12 mths 24 mths
Are you a psychology graduate planning to work as an occupational psychologist? This advanced course gives you a route into occupational psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
The MSc Organisational Psychology takes the psychological principles and theories you learned in your first degree and helps you apply them to the world of work. As well as increasing your knowledge, the course arms you with the theoretical understanding and research skills required by the Division of Occupational Psychology of the BPS in the following eight areas: training, organisational development, employee relations and motivation, design of environments/health and safety, human/machine interaction, counselling and personal development, performance appraisal and career development, and selection in organisations. We include the BPS Test User (Level A and B) module in the tuition fees. The majority of graduates subsequently pursue the practical experience required to become Chartered Occupational Psychologists. This is usually carried out within consultancy firms or within specialist sections of large organisations. Graduates are employed as internal consultants in large commercial and industrial organisations, in HR departments, in the Police, the NHS and as management consultants. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile. Course recognition The course is accredited by The British Psychological Society (BPS).
Selection and Assessment Training, Support and Development Research Methods 1 Test User Occupational: Level A and B
Students on the part-time two-year option study the modules as follows: Year one - Semester 1 Test User Occupational: Level A and B Research Methods 1 Year one - Semester 2 The Individual and the Work Environment Organisational Effectiveness Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. Supervision starts with small groups of students studying similar topics meeting with their supervisors, who then guide students in deciding on the focus for their individual dissertations. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review followed by a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Recent dissertations include: Customers pay our wages: a diary study examining how to optimise customer interaction and employee wellbeing in the service sector Client verbal aggression: an examination of emotional labour and associated outcomes for employees in the legal sector Effects of job stressors, organisational commitment and individual attributes on Malaysian Chinese primary school teachers burnout What small firm owner-managers feel they should provide within the employment relationship An exploratory investigation into farm stress: stressors and coping behaviours Creativity in the workplace: a self-report measure and unanticipated costs Year two - Semester 1 Selection and Assessment Training, Support and Development Year two - Semester 2 Research Methods 2 Relationships at Work
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
7,650 15,500
150 31
Age range
21-40
12
Note: These figures vary each year and include both the MSc Organisational Psychology and MSc Managerial Psychology courses - please contact us for further information
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Aldi, Civil Service, Nestl, Network Rail, NHS, Occupational Psychology Group, ORC International, Robertson Cooper Ltd, CAPP, Saville Consulting, Stonewall
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MSc Managerial Psychology
Course structure (All taught course units are 15 credits) The full-time course is studied over 12 months, with an eight month taught programme followed by four months spent on the dissertation. You study alongside students on the MSc Organisational Psychology course. Semester 1 Semester 2 Relationships at Work The Individual and the Work Environment Research Methods 2 Organisational Effectiveness
(Part-time)
Course start date
12 mths 24 mths
For students without a BPS-accredited degree, this course offers an opportunity to study alongside students of MSc Organisational Psychology, and gain a look at the science of how people and groups behave at work.
A deeper understanding of organisational psychology is an asset to anyone currently working in the field of social sciences or human resource management. This course gives people with an appropriate background the theoretical knowledge and research skills used in organisational psychology to help them develop or change careers. You learn about training, organisational development, employee relations and motivation, design of environments/health and safety, human/machine interaction, counselling and personal development, performance appraisal and career development, and selection in organisations. You do not need to be registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). We include the BPS Test User (Level A and B) module in the tuition fees. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses for more information about the course including detailed unit descriptions and class profile.
Selection and Assessment Training, Support and Development Research Methods 1 Test User Occupational: Level A and B
Students on the part-time two-year option study the modules as follows: Year one - Semester 1 Test User Occupational: Level A and B Research Methods 1 Year one - Semester 2 The Individual and the Work Environment Organisational Effectiveness Summer research period Research dissertation [60 credits] This piece of work, undertaken in your third term and over the summer, gives you the opportunity to apply the techniques and theories you have learned during the taught modules. Supervision starts with small groups of students studying similar topics meeting with their supervisors, who then guide students in deciding on the focus for their individual dissertations. The dissertation itself normally consists of a literature review followed by a piece of empirical work, involving either qualitative or quantitative research. Recent dissertations include: What factors determine successful mentoring relationships? A study of a formal graduatementoring scheme The role of individuals personality and perceived values in adoption of mobile data services An exploration of the job satisfaction and career progression of visible minority women in Canada Understanding financial responsibility: an exploratory analysis of the main characteristics that influence spending and saving behaviours A study of occupational stress in the Indian information technology industry A Gravesian values-system perspective on the design of consultative interventions in organisations Why organisational change programmes fail Year two - Semester 1 Selection and Assessment Training, Support and Development Year two - Semester 2 Research Methods 2 Relationships at Work
15 Sept 2014
Tuition fees
7,650 15,500
150 31
Age range
21-40
12
Note: These figures vary each year and include both the MSc Managerial Psychology and MSc Organisational Psychology courses - please contact us for further information
Career opportunities Recent recruiters include: Aldi, Lloyds TSB, McLaren Solutions, Occupational Psychology Group, ORC International
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How to apply
Were delighted that you are considering applying for one of our postgraduate courses. Please view the most up-to-date admission information on the MBS website and follow the what happens next guide to submitting an online application.
Our guide is designed to make the application process as straight forward as possible for you, and to ensure that your application is correct and submitted in plenty of time. Apply online Upload your documents for a speedy response: www.mbs.ac.uk/ masters/what-next Payment of application fee (where applicable) Payment of the 60 non-refundable application fee (where applicable) can be made using the secure online payment facility on the MBS website. Your application will not be processed without receipt of payment. Entry requirements See individual course pages for specific details. When assessing your academic record, we take into account your grade average, position in class, references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. Please see the up-to-date entry requirements on the MBS website. Please submit a CV if you have more than two years of postgraduate work experience. English language requirements If English is not your first language, you are required to take an English language test to prove your level of proficiency. Check the MBS website to find out whether you are required to take an English language test. When should I apply? Applications for 2014 entry open on 1 October 2013. Dont wait until you finish to apply if you are in your final year of studies, you can apply before you complete your undergraduate degree. Just make sure you submit your latest transcripts and a list of your final year modules with your online application, together with the other supporting documents. For the latest news on course availability see: www.mbs.ac.uk/programmes/ masters/what-next Fees For details of our up-to-date Masters course fees, please check the relevant course on our website. Funding For details of funding please see The University of Manchester website: www.manchester.ac.uk/ postgraduate/funding
Manchester Business School Scholarships A number of Manchester Business School scholarships are available. Scholarships are normally awarded based on academic merit. For further information visit our website: www.mbs.ac.uk/masters/ courses/scholarships Cost of living in the UK It is important to budget sensibly while you are a student to ensure that you have enough money to live on and to complete your studies. The table opposite gives a breakdown of the essential living costs of an average Manchester student for one academic year.
Estimated living costs 2013/14* Accommodation (average cost for self-catering halls) Meals Books and stationery (depending on your course, and if you buy new or second hand) Clothes (including provision of warm clothing and footwear) Transport Other expenses (eg entertainment, sport, photocopying, phone calls, etc) Total
Per year, 52 weeks 5,145 1,965 490
490
665 1,875
10,630
*The estimates are based on average annual expenditure of a postgraduate single student on a full-time course.
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Facilities and support

As youd expect from a world-class institution, The University of Manchester provides a wide range of comprehensive support services and facilities dedicated to your needs. Here is a brief outline use the web links to find out more.
International postgraduates We welcome a community of 8,300 students, from more than 150 countries, into postgraduate study at the University every year. A range of facilities and services are available to make your application and move to Manchester go smoothly, including an in-depth arrival guide, a free airport collection service and an orientation programme. To find out more visit www.manchester.ac.uk/international Accommodation With more than 8,200 rooms, The University of Manchester has more university-owned accommodation than virtually any other university in the country, almost all of which is within two or three miles of campus. A number of residences are reserved exclusively for postgraduates; in others undergraduate students are grouped together. If you come to Manchester unaccompanied and pay the overseas rate of fees, we guarantee you a place in University-managed accommodation, with free Internet access in most residences. To find out more Tel: +44 (0)161 275 2888 www.manchester.ac.uk/ accommodation In addition to the Universitys halls of residence, Manchester has a sizeable stock of private accommodation for rent. Further details can be obtained from the Universitys only approved housing bureau, Manchester Student Homes. To find out more Tel: +44 (0)161 275 7680 manchesterstudenthomes @manchester.ac.uk www.manchesterstudenthomes.com Careers Service Our award-winning Careers Service offers postgraduates specialist advice and services, including one-to-one guidance appointments (over a quarter of all our appointments are with postgraduates), talks, workshops and employer-led events, training and development opportunities, dedicated websites, and a highly rated careers blog aimed at postgraduates. manchesterpgcareers.wordpress.com We are also one of the most targeted universities by graduate recruiters in the UK and our postgraduates benefit from meeting a wide range of employers on campus. We will help you to discover career options with a postgraduate degree, when to apply for jobs or further study, and how best to promote your experience. To find out more visit www.manchester.ac.uk/careers Language support programmes The University Language Centre provides a range of English language support services for registered students whose first language is not English. These may include: English language proficiency testing Timetabled in-sessional courses covering areas such as academic writing, academic speaking, pronunciation and grammar An academic writing tutorial service for students wishing to discuss and improve particular aspects of their academic writing style Materials development, including online resources such as the Academic English and Skills Development Material and the Academic Phrasebank, to help you improve your academic English To find out more visit www.ulc.manchester.ac.uk/ english/academicsupport
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Facilities and support
Library and information services The University of Manchester Library is widely recognised as one of the worlds great research libraries. The breadth and depth of its electronic and traditional resources makes it one of the best-resourced academic libraries in the UK. www.manchester.ac.uk/library The Eddie Davies Library in MBS provides a dedicated service to our postgraduate students, offering bespoke services and specialist advice and access to a vast range of electronic and paper resources. www.mbs.ac.uk/library IT facilities When you become a postgraduate student at Manchester, you will have an IT account that lets you access the Universitys main computing services. These include: A personal email account Free internet access from your room in University-managed halls of residence More than 3,200 computers on campus More than 630 Wi-Fi access points on campus An online learning environment, accessible from your mobile, with course materials and interactive learning activities Full IT support via our IT Service Desk: online, over the phone, or face to face www.manchester.ac.uk/its
MBS Horizon Postgraduate Society MBS Horizon was developed by course representatives for all our Masters students to build the networks and skills required for success in todays business environment. Through a variety of talks, social and sports events, you get the chance to mix with different cultures and languages across the courses to enhance your learning experience. www.facebook.com/mbshorizon Sport We have an active Athletic Union, a diverse Campus Sport programme and a huge variety of health, fitness and wellbeing classes, as well as volunteering and scholarship opportunities. www.manchester.ac.uk/sport Cultural facilities Some of the citys finest cultural venues are right here on the University campus: Manchester Museum To find out more visit www.manchester.ac.uk/museum Whitworth Art Gallery To find out more visit www.manchester.ac.uk/whitworth Contact Theatre To find out more visit www.contact-theatre.org
Student support Whatever the issue financial, academic, personal, or administrative we have experienced and sympathetic people, support groups and advice centres to help you. Find out about counselling, academic advice and various other student support services online. my.manchester.ac.uk/guest Disability Support Office (DSO) If you have additional needs arising from a medical condition, a physical or sensory disability, or a specific learning difficulty, feel free to contact the Universitys Disability Support Office. Tel: +44 (0)161 275 7512 Minicom: +44 (0)161 275 2794 dso@manchester.ac.uk To find out more visit www.manchester.ac.uk/dso Students Union The University of Manchester Students Union (UMSU) is the largest Students Union in Europe, offering everything from student representation to live bands. UMSU has some of the largest and most active student societies in the country and complements the Universitys overall provision of support and welfare services. manchesterstudentsunion.com
Religious support There are two chaplaincy centres for the major Christian churches. St Peters House provides chaplains for the Anglican, Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Churches, while the Roman Catholic Chaplaincy is at Avila House. Hillel House provides facilities for Jewish worship. There are prayer facilities on campus for Muslim students and student societies for many religions. Childcare We offer support for students who are also parents. To find out more visit www.manchester.ac.uk/childcare Video library See and hear more about the University. To find out more visit www.youtube.com/ universitymanchester Maps Visualise our campus, city and University accommodation. To find out more visit www.manchester.ac.uk/aboutus/ travel/maps
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Manchester Business School Masters 2014 Entry

Original Thinking Applied

Part of 1% of business schools to be awarded triple accreditation status

Why Manchester Business School?

The University of Manchester - a winning heritage

Students in Manchester and worldwide

Nobel Prize winners

How Manchester Business School measures up

Est. 1965, jointly the 1st business school in the UK

Largest campus based business and management school in the UK

Staff and students of 80 different nationalities

Access to more than 4,500 UK and global employers

FT Global MBA rankings 2013

The UKs leading centre for business research (2008 RAE)

1. Shanghai Jiao Tong World University Rankings 2012

Masters careers support

Accounting and Finance

Course duration 12 months full-time

Start Tuition date fees

Dissertation Normally ranges between 30 and 50 double spaced pages

MSc Finance Page 20

Normally ranges between 30 and 50 double spaced pages

MSc Finance and Business Economics Page 22

Normally ranges between 30 and 50 double spaced pages

MSc Quantitative Finance Page 24

Normally ranges between 30 and 50 double spaced pages

Academics Who will be teaching me?

MSc Accounting and Finance

At a glance Course duration

At a glance Course duration

MSc Finance and Business Economics

At a glance Course duration

MSc Quantitative Finance

At a glance Course duration

Scientific Computing Portfolio Investment

Business Analytics, Information Systems, Innovation and Policy

Course duration 12 months full-time

Start Tuition date fees

MSc Information Systems Page 34

MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship Page 38

12 months full-time 24 months part-time

Normally around 15,000 words

Academics Who will be teaching me?

MSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis

MSc Information Systems

At a glance Course duration

MSc Information Systems

At a glance Course duration

The availability of specific modules may vary and is subject to change.

MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship

At a glance Course duration

Course Start Tuition duration date fees

Application fee None

Normally ranges between 12,000 and 25,000 words

MBus Global Business Analysis Page 50

Normally around 12,000 words

Academics Who will be teaching me?

MSc Chinese Business and Management

At a glance Course duration

*Managing Across Competing Capitalisms is a dual-semester module worth 30 credits.

MSc International Business and Management

At a glance Course duration