MSc Leadership
Entry requirements
- an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree; or a relevant professional qualification
- at least three years’ experience within a relevant field of business, industry or a not-for-profit organisation, supported by two appropriate references
Months of entry
January, April, July, October
Course content
Discover what makes a successful leader with this MSc Leadership from the University of Essex Online.
Delivered 100% online, part-time, this course clearly distinguishes between leadership and management, while teaching you strategic ways to make dynamic business decisions. You’ll also explore sustainable business models, leadership in a global context, and the role of data analysis and collection.
On completion, you’ll be ready to take on leadership and business consultancy positions in a wide range of industries, including engineering, computing, marketing and the not-for-profit sector.
Modules
The MSc Leadership is made up of the following modules and, upon completion, is equal to a total of 180 credits.
Shorter awards are also available; the 16-month postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) at 120 credits and the eight-month postgraduate certificate (PG Cert) at 60 credits.
- High Impact Leadership – Core, 20 credits
- Leadership and Management Development – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Enterprise – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Leadership for Sustainability – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Data Analytics for Managers – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Leadership in Practice – Compulsory, 20 credits
- Research Methods – Core, 20 credits
- Business and Management Research Report – Core, 40 credits
Information for international students
International students residing in specific regions outside of the UK may be eligible for a partial scholarship for our undergraduate and postgraduate online courses.
Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the January 2025 intake of all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Fees and funding
Discounts and scholarships
- Full payment discount of 5% if you pay upfront.
- Partial scholarship available for international students residing in specific regions outside of the UK.
- Alumni discount of 10% of the tuition fee available if you are a previous graduate with the University of Essex or University of Essex Online.
- A Course Scholarship of 15% is available for the January 2025 intake.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time24 months
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries Team
- enquiries@online.essex.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0) 1206 489 358