Business and Management

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent in a non-business or management-related subject.

The MSc Business and Management is primarily designed for those with non-business-related degrees and is not suitable for those with general business degrees such as BA/BSc Business Studies or Bachelors in Commerce.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

The MSc Business & Management (MBM) draws together the best that Strathclyde Business School has to offer. By combining the School’s research expertise with its understanding of personal and professional development, the MBM provides a springboard for those looking to pursue careers in management, in business analysis, in consultancy, or even in starting a business.

It is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) as a Pre-Experience Masters in Management. As a result, you can be sure the course will develop the business acumen you need to operate effectively across different industries and operating environments.

The mission of the MBM instils in you the personal qualities and critical thinking skills that will see you emerge as a self-directed learner, capable of dealing with the ambiguous and complex task of managing.

MBM Compulsory Classes

• Professional Management Practice
• Analytical Support for Decision-making
• Managing People in Organisations
• Leadership for Change and Innovation
• Managerial Accounting
• Marketing Management
• Business Operations
• Finance and Financial Management
• Business Strategy
• Managing Innovation
• Consulting in Practice
• Project Methodology

MBM Optional Classes (choose two - subject to change)

• Service Operations Management
• Managing in Europe (Toulouse)
• Commercial Management in Projects
• New Venture Creation
• The Inclusive Organisation
• The Game Changer
• Developing Effective Consulting Skills

MBM final project:

The project provides the opportunity to apply your learning to a practical situation with an organisation.

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About Strathclyde Business School:

Strathclyde Business School was founded in 1948, we are an enterprising, pioneering institution of global standing. Strathclyde Business School is part of the University of Strathclyde, a socially progressive and leading international technological institution.

Engagement with real-world problems and issues is in our DNA. It enhances our teaching and research; and allows us to have an impact on business practices and government policies. We work with businesses, governments and third sector organisations of all sizes to add value as they tackle important social and business challenges. Our engaged approach infuses the teaching that we do, we pride ourselves on the ethos of being ‘a place of useful learning’ and incorporating business input throughout our postgraduate education in the Business School.

We have a reputation for research excellence, having been recognised in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 for our world-leading research - with a GPA of 3.26. Strathclyde Business School was the first business school in Scotland to be awarded triple accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB), and the first to be awarded the Small Business Charter Award. This award recognises our world leading support for scaling Scottish firms through innovation, internationalism and leadership. Strathclyde Business School is a signatory of the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education. This commits us to supporting the transformation of management education, research and thought leadership by developing learning communities and promoting awareness of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Our postgraduate programmes are designed to suit the interests of students looking to explore varied careers within the business world. All our postgraduate programmes have a strong focus on employability and preparing you for your future career.

Information for international students

Students whose first language is not English must have a minimum of 6.5 IELTS score, with no individual score lower than 5.5.

Pre-Masters preparation course

The Pre-Masters Programme is a preparation course held at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre, for international students (non-UK/Ireland) who do not meet the academic entry requirements for a Masters degree at University of Strathclyde.

Upon successful completion, you'll be able to progress to your chosen degree course at the University of Strathclyde.

Please note: Previous Maths & English qualifications and your undergraduate degree must meet GTCS minimum entry requirements as well as the pre-Masters course and an interview will be conducted before an offer can be made.

Fees and funding

We are delighted to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to support ambitious students from all backgrounds. Find out if you are eligible to apply for our scholarships.