Program Overview
The Master of Research in Management at The University of Manchester is a rigorous postgraduate programme delivered on-campus at The University of Manchester. Designed for graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in business & management, the programme develops both theoretical foundations and applied skills essential for today's competitive environment.
Spanning 12 months, students engage with cutting-edge research, industry-relevant case studies, and practical projects. Instruction is delivered in English by research-active faculty with professional expertise.
The programme culminates in a dissertation or capstone project. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles, research careers, and doctoral study in business & management.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at The University of Manchester.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Business & Management.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 12 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
Careers
Career opportunities
The MRes programme can be awarded in its own right, but is designed to lead onto future PhD study. The University has its own dedicated Careers Service that you would have full access to as a student and for two years after you graduate. At Manchester you will have access to a number of opportunities to help support you with your goals for the future.
Program Curriculum
Course overview
The MRes programme is designed to meet the research training needs of students who intend to continue their postgraduate studies and complete a PhD but either do not have any postgraduate experience or have postgraduate degrees that are deemed to provide insufficient research training. Other types of students (e.g. those who wish to pursue a career as researchers in B&M consultancies) might be interested in completing the MRes. Apart from providing an orientation to Doctoral research, the MRes programme equips students with a range of generic and subject specific research skills and knowledge. It also develops students personal and career development skills and a number of transferable skills.
Contact details School/Faculty Alliance Manchester Business School Contact name Humanities Doctoral Academy Telephone +44(0)161 275 1200 OPTION 1 Email hums.doctoralacademy.admissions@manchester.ac.uk Website https://www.alliancembs.manchester.ac.uk/study/phd/ School/Faculty overview Alliance Manchester Business School was established in 1965 as one of the UK's first two business schools. Today, we are the UK's largest campus-based business and management school, and 'Original Thinking Applied' is at the heart of everything we do. Find out more .
Courses in related subject areas
Use the links below to view lists of courses in related subject areas. Business and Management
Admission Requirements
Entry requirements
Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent) Professional qualifications other than a Bachelor's Degree and/or relevant and appropriate experience may be taken into account for entry to a PhD programme.
English language
International applicants must provide one of the following: IELTS test minimum scores - 7.0 overall, 6.5 other sections. TOEFL (internet based) test minimum scores - 100 overall, 25 in all sections. Pearson Test of English (PTE) UKVI/SELT or PTE Academic minimum scores - 76 overall, 76 in writing, 70 in other sections. To demonstrate that you have taken an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a majority English speaking nation within the last 5 years. Other tests may be considered.
English language test validity
Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the programme.
Other international entry requirements
We accept a range of qualifications from different countries. For these and general requirements including English language see entry requirements from your country. The University requires you to reside within a commutable distance from Manchester during your time as a registered student, unless you are on approved fieldwork/a formal placement or are on a period of Submission pending. This is to ensure that you are able to meet attendance expectations and participate in wider research activities within your discipline area and/or School.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,000/year (international)
Fees and funding
Fees
For entry in the academic year beginning September 2026, the tuition fees are as follows: MRes (full-time) UK students (per annum): £13,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): £22,000 MRes (part-time) UK students (per annum): £6,500 International, including EU, students (per annum): £11,000
Policy on additional costs
All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Fees and funding
Fees
For entry in the academic year beginning September 2026, the tuition fees are as follows: MRes (full-time) UK students (per annum): £13,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): £22,000 MRes (part-time) UK students (per annum): £6,500 International, including EU, students (per annum): £11,000
Policy on additional costs
All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).
About The University of Manchester
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-06-01
- Start Date 2018-09-17
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 60 ECTS / 180 credits (1-year programme)