MSc Business and Management
Key Details
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Award
- Degree of Master of Science
- Course Length
- 1 year
- Course Start Date
- January 2026
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Our MSc Business and Management course gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in today’s fast-moving global business world.
The course will enhance your understanding of key business principles, regardless of your background or experience. The course is suitable for recent graduates from a non-business background wishing to transition into management and for those who aim to further develop and expand on existing business knowledge.
Whether you’re looking to accelerate your career, change direction, or launch your own business, this 12-month full-time postgraduate course will provide you with a foundation in current management practice and the opportunity to tailor your studies to your interests and ambitions.
You'll explore the latest theory-driven insights in organisational behaviour, strategic marketing, creativity and entrepreneurship and learn how to apply these to real-world business challenges.
Over 12 months of intensive study, you'll develop analytical, problem-solving and leadership skills that are highly sought after in a wide range of management settings.
Study and Modules
Structure
You’ll gain a solid foundation in core business and management principles, mastering the concepts, frameworks, and applications that underpin how modern organisations operate. As you progress, you’ll broaden your expertise in advanced areas such as entrepreneurship, creativity, and responsible business, with opportunities to specialise in fields like commercialisation or management accounting.
The programme is highly flexible, allowing you to customise your journey through elective modules in areas such as digital, retail, or price-sensitive management. You can also choose your study pathway—whether through an independent dissertation, an industry-sponsored project, or applied modules designed to sharpen your project management and leadership skills. Whatever route you take, the course is tailored to your interests and career goals, giving you the tools to create value and thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 60)Optional C Modules
(Credits: 20)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Your learning is shaped by our renowned research-led excellence and enriched by practice-oriented activities. You’ll be taught by academics who combine cutting-edge research with real-world expertise, whilst exciting guest speakers bring industry perspectives to contextualise your learning.
Teaching blends lectures, seminars, case studies, group projects, and presentations with independent study. Sessions are delivered through a mix of face-to-face and online activities, supported by extensive digital resources.
Lectures introduce the latest theoretical developments in an interactive way, encouraging you to think critically while engaging with innovative teaching methods, including gamification and multimedia tools. Seminars focus on applying theory to practice through collaborative tasks such as group projects and case studies, helping you sharpen teamwork and communication skills.
This unique blend of research-led teaching and hands-on learning ensures you’ll graduate with the transferable skills needed to adapt and thrive in today’s fast-changing business world.
Assessment
Assessment is designed to help you showcase your ability to apply theory to real-world business challenges. You’ll be evaluated through a variety of methods, including coursework, group projects, case study analyses, presentations, and research-based projects. To support your progress, formative assessments provide developmental feedback so you can refine your work before final submission. This varied approach not only strengthens your knowledge but also builds key Master’s-level skills in analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication—ensuring you’re prepared for professional success.
Employability
After the Course
You'll graduate with a broad set of business skills, ready to take on management roles across industries. You’ll learn to think and act across managerial disciplines, equipping you to lead innovative initiatives and drive change. Whether your ambition is to advance within multinational organisations, excel in senior management, or launch your own venture, this MSc in Business and Management gives you the flexibility and confidence to shape your career path.
Careers
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
- Management Executive
- Business Development Manager
- Project Manager
- Management Consultant
- Entrepreneur/start-up founder
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in January each year.
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
Degree classification
Bachelors degree - 2.2
Degree Subject
Any subject area. Please note that if you have studied business before at undergraduate or postgraduate level, there may be some overlap. Therefore we recommend you check the modules carefully to make sure that this course is right for you.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in January each year.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
Degree classification
UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent
Degree Subject
Any subject area. Please note that if you have studied business before at undergraduate or postgraduate level, there may be some overlap. Therefore we recommend you check the modules carefully to make sure that this course is right for you.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 6.0 in Writing and Speaking, and 5.5 in Reading and Listening)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the required English skills.
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- INTO UEA
If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, you may be able to study the International Pre-Masters programme offered by our partner INTO UEA. This programme guarantees progression to selected Master's degrees if students achieve the appropriate grade. For more details, please click here:
International Pre-Masters in Business, Economics and Social Sciences
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2025/26 are:
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UK Students: £13,800
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International Students: £24,300
We estimate living expenses at £1,136 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.
How to Apply
Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.
To apply please use our online application form.
Further information
If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying, please do contact us:
Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk
International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.