Program Overview
The Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) at University of Portsmouth is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 2,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Education Policy, Strategy and Change (Campus-based only)
- Leadership, Policy and Strategy (Distance learning only)
- Management of People and Marketing in Public Organisations
- Management of Resources, Finance and Information Systems
- Research Methods in Education
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Other applicants may be admitted and will undertake a programme of preparatory reading and submit a written paper in order to confirm ability to study at postgraduate level.
- English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 2,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 2,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Portsmouth directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
University of Portsmouth is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
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- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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