Management, MSc/PGDip/PGCert at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

The MSc Management is a one-year full-time in-person programme at the Preston Campus, accredited by the Chartered Management Institute, with graduates receiving a master's degree and the CMI Level 7 Diploma in Management and Leadership. It develops management competencies in people and culture, organisational change and strategic leadership. Exit awards are PGDip and PGCert.

Faculty: School of Business | Duration: 1 year | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are The Strategic Manager, People and Culture, Managing Transformation, Future Leaders Challenge, Learning without Limits and the Impact Project (a self-directed consultancy, business analysis or entrepreneurship project). Learning includes simulations, live client challenges and leadership diagnostics.

Career pathways

People and culture manager, business analyst, project or operations manager, account or client services lead, innovation or change manager, business consultant, entrepreneur or start-up founder, graduate trainee in leadership, consultancy or business development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree at Honours level at 2:2 or a Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent) or above in a related field. Candidates with professional qualifications or work experience are considered case by case and may be asked to attend a 45-minute interview. English language: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (or equivalent). Ghanaian applicants may enter with a lower GPA plus a Postgraduate Diploma (Ghanaian Pre-Masters) or a Higher National Diploma plus a Postgraduate Diploma, with IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5) or WAEC/WASSCE English grade C6 as the standard English route.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,200 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

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