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Study Details: 1 year full-time or 2 years full-time with placement
Our MSc Engineering Business Management course is designed for ambitious individuals who want to lead change, drive innovation and shape a more sustainable and strategic future for engineering businesses. Jointly delivered by the Faculty of Science and Engineering and our triple-accredited Business School, you’ll benefit from multidisciplinary research, real-world insight and a collaborative learning environment that reflects the challenges and opportunities of modern industry.
Our research-informed approach to teaching also means that you’ll learn at the cutting edge of both the business and engineering disciplines. You'll be able to harness the latest theory and professional practice to make a meaningful impact throughout your future career.
The course is built on three key pillars: strategic awareness, sustainable stewardship of resources, and delivering benefits through programmes and projects. It covers topics such as:
Strategy
Marketing
Financial management
Sustainability
Project planning and control
Leadership
Professional practice
You'll also undertake an individual masters project tailored to your unique interests, allowing you to align your studies with your personal aspirations. With 100% of our research in engineering rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), you’ll benefit from real-world insights from a team of experienced researchers working at the cutting edge of the sector.
Ultimately, our future-focused curriculum will give you a holistic view of how engineering organisations operate, adapt and grow to meet the requirements of a dynamic marketplace.
Based in Manchester – a city known for its rich industrial heritage and thriving engineering and technology sectors – you'll study in the heart of one of the UK’s most innovative and connected regions. You'll be well-placed to gain the skills, confidence and connections to boost your employability prospects.
You’ll need a UK honours degree – at least a 2:2 – or the international equivalent in any STEM or business-related degree. Applicants with relevant and extensive professional experience in the relevant fields will be considered.
Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.
International students please see mmu.ac.uk/international
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The engineering industry needs more than technical skills. It needs bold, strategic thinkers who can drive innovation, deliver value and lead sustainable growth. This MSc prepares you for high-impact roles at the intersection of engineering and business.
From sustainability and strategy to programme and project management, you’ll graduate equipped with the in-demand skills required to shape the future of modern engineering organisations. Our industry-informed curriculum and Manchester’s diverse tech and manufacturing ecosystem give you a competitive edge on the global stage.
Career opportunities span a wide range of sectors, including energy, automotive and manufacturing. Example job titles include:
Engineering manager
Project/programme manager
Operations manager
Product development lead
New product introduction lead
Whether you’re looking to accelerate your career, lead transformational projects, or move into senior management, this course will give you the knowledge, confidence and professional insight to succeed.
93% of our postgraduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Higher Education Statistics Agency data, 2021/22 UK graduates who studied a full-time, postgraduate taught course).
Core modules
Strategic Analysis
Marketing Management
Engineering Sustainability
Project Planning and Control
Finance for Managers
Management of Projects Professional Practice
Individual Engineering Research Project
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