Keele Management School

Introduction

The MA in Management / MA in International Business are two programmes that aim to extend management skills preparing you for the world of work at the highest level. Modern managers need to take into account the fast-paced nature of change and internationalisation in the world of business. The MA Management / MA International Business offer robust grounding in distinct aspects of management and global business.

Alongside lectures and seminars we have developed a study trip. This brings a chance to explore your personal and team building skills and to undertake a consultancy study of an international enterprise. There is also an opportunity to undertake a Student Consultancy project where you will learn ‘on the job’ in real life businesses.

Enhancing your Career

The qualification that either programme brings will give you an edge in the job market enabling you to compete more effectively with traditional graduates with a first degree and enabling you to enter management at a higher level than you would have been able to with only a first degree. For those interested in pursuing academic research these programmes are an invaluable stepping stone to a doctorate or other research degree.

Aims of the Course

Both the MA Management and the MA International Business seek to develop well-rounded, thoughtful, reflective, and active professionals with excellent skills that will enhance career prospects. Both programmes adopt a critical management studies perspective, contributing to (and pre-dating) the current debates regarding the future of capitalism and the often problematic relationship between globalisation, organisation and the wider social environment. Our teaching and learning strategy is wide-ranging and innovative, seeking to give students a rich learning environment that draws actively on both academic research and business practice.

In the first semester, if you have a business and management background at first degree level, you will add to this knowledge by taking advanced modules. If you have a degree in another discipline you will be able to draw on the generic knowledge and skills you have gained from that discipline. You will follow the same advanced course material with structured reading to allow you to become quickly acquainted with business and management concepts.

In the second semester you select one of two pathways and specialise in either Management or International Business. Here you will be able to move to a deeper knowledge and understanding of business and management, either concentrating on the strategic and operational aspects of business management or specialising in the study of business behaviour in the global economy. Each pathway has its core offering but you can choose your options from either subject area or from the option choices. The options allow you to focus on particular areas of interest. You will also start preparatory work towards your dissertation or student consultancy project with a series of research methods seminars.

Course Structure

During the first semester (September to January) you will take the following modules:

You must also choose one of the following Options:

Each taught module is worth 15 credits and dissertation is worth 60 credits. To obtain the MA Qualification you will need to obtain 180 credits in total.

Entry Requirements

You will need at least a second class honours degree or overseas equivalent qualification in order to apply to study the programmes. If you have appropriate professional qualifications or relevant work experience you may also be considered. Anyone applying from a country where English is not the first language is required to take an official test of English language obtaining at least IELTS 6.5.

For overseas students who do not meet all direct entry requirements, we offer the opportunity to take an intensive Business or Computing Pre-Masters programme. For more information follow the link to the International Study Centre.

How to Apply

Further details on the application procedure can be found here. 

If you have any queries regarding the application procedure please contact:

For UK/EU admission enquiries:

UK/EU Admissions Office
Tawney Building
Keele University
Staffordshire
ST5 5BG
UK 

Tel: +44 (0) 1782 7334472
Email: ukeuadmissions@paa.keele.ac.uk
Fax: +44 (0) 1782 632343

For international admission enquiries:

International Admissions
Keele International
Walter Moberly Building
Keele University
Staffordshire
ST5 5BG
UK 

Tel: +44 (0) 1782 733501
Email: international@keele.ac.uk
Fax: +44 (0) 1782 734238 

Please indicate the course(s) you are interested in.

There is no application deadline, but early applications may increase the chances of acceptance.

Applicants whose first degree was not taught in the English Language will be required to show competency in English (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent).

We welcome informal enquiries about our MA in Management or International Business and these should be addressed to the Course Director.

There is no application deadline, but early applications may increase the chances of acceptance.

Fees

Details of fees for taught postgraduate courses are maintained by the postgraduate office (follow the link for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences).

Funding Opportunities

Bursaries:

Details of Keele Graduate Bursaries can be found here.

Other sources of funds:

British Council

Overseas students can find information about what grants may be available from the British Council on their website . Alternatively, contact your local British Council office.

Career Development Loans

Another common route for funding is through Career Development Loans. The Department for Education and Employment coordinates such a scheme. For information about these, see their website.

The Graduate Attributes Statement is designed to raise awareness of the attributes that will be developed whilst you are a student at Keele University. It explains each of the attributes in detail, tips on how to achieve them and how they relate to your chosen programme of study.

The Graduate Attributes Statement for MA International Business can be downloaded as a PDF here.

The Graduate Attributes Statement for MA Management can be downloaded as a PDF here.