MSc Business by Research at University of Buckingham

Programme overview

Develop advanced research capability while producing an original, independent dissertation in a specialist area of business management. The Master’s Business by Research degree is a flexible, research-intensive degree designed for ambitious graduates and professionals who want to develop advanced research expertise and make a meaningful contribution to business knowledge. You will work closely with expert supervisors to design and complete an independent research project aligned to your academic or professional interests.

Faculty: School of Business | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time (online) | Intake: September 2026, January 2027 | Location: Buckingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Independent, research-focused master’s degree with minimal taught components. Suitable for academic, consultancy, and industry-based research careers. Access to specialist research software including SPSS, AMOS and NVIVO.

Career pathways

Doctoral Researcher (PhD / DPhil); Business or Management Researcher; Research Consultant; Policy or Market Analyst; Customer Insight or Analytics Specialist; Academic or Research Associate

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Application information

Entry requirements

The standard entry requirements for this course are: A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in business management, marketing, entrepreneurship, human-resources, corporate strategy, operational excellence or a related discipline. Relevant professional experience may also be considered. For those interested in finance or accounting related research topics, please consider applying to our MSc in Accounting by Research or MSc Finance by Research programmes.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,267 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time (1 year) Source

International applicants: GBP 14,500 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time (1 year) Source

Intake: September 2026, January 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/course-redirect/?coursecode=RMSF1PBUS

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