Program Overview
The Strategic Management at University of Derby 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 Strategic Management 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 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Strategic Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Independent Study (60 credit)
- International Business Strategies (20 credit)
- Strategic Management (20 credit)
- Independent Study
- International Business Strategies
- Entrepreneurial Management
- Strategic Finance for Managers
- Strategic Information and Knowledge Management
- Strategic Leadership and People Management
- Strategic Marketing and Competitive Intelligence
- Strategic Quality and Project Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
You should normally have the following:
UK undergraduate degree (at least a 2:2) with Honours in any discipline or equivalent
Where candidates have a Business related degree with a lower classification we would consider entry with an additional 1-2 year\xc2\x92s work experience at a relevant supervisory or managerial level
we would also consider
professional qualifications
relevant work experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree
English language qualifications
If English is not your first language you will need an English language qualification. For this course you will need at least one of the following:
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 550 (paper based) 213 (computer based) or 80 (internet based)
Pearson Test of Academic English: 51
Cambridge Advanced Certificate: Pass
London Tests of English: we accept level 5 for postgraduate courses
International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C
International GCSE English/English as a Second Language: Grade C.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Derby 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 Derby
University of Derby
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Derby is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2008-09-17
- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 24 months