Business and Management University of Portsmouth

Overview

Business and Management course from University of Portsmouth starts by providing you with a broad overview of the key business disciplines and then gives you the opportunity to specialise in a specific management area of your choice later in the course. 

You’ll explore topics including international marketing, management development, finance, and corporate strategy, and graduate with a solid understanding of business management practices. You’ll choose to specialise in HRM, innovation, systems, or management as part of your final project. With many opportunities to put your learning into practice through real world case studies and simulations, we'll ensure you have both the skills and knowledge to succeed in your business career.

Whether you hold an undergraduate degree in business or any other subject, this degree will develop your management skills and prepare you for a range of roles in business. The course builds on your previous learning and the skills you’ve gained in your studies and career. 

This MSc Business and Management course is accredited by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD). This shows that your learning will have an international outlook, that you'll learn about ethics, sustainability and corporate social responsibility, and that you’ll engage with employers during the course. 

Course highlights

• Explore business in a national and international context 
• Specialise in specific areas of management, such as HRM, innovation, systems, or management 
• Use real world case studies 
• Take part in business simulations 
• Learn from staff with experience in industry
• Hear from industry guest speakers 
• Develop your management and research skills 

• Study a European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) accredited degree

• Careers this Master’s prepares you for

  You'll graduate from this MSc Business and Management degree with an in-depth understanding of business and management practice and theory, and be able to pursue a range of business careers globally. During the course you'll have opportunities to network with other industry professionals and students.  

  Globally, some of our graduates have gone on to jobs as: 

  • Financial Analyst 
  • Site Manager
  • Royals Marines Officer 
  • Director and Co-Founder/Marketing Consultancy
  • Project and Commercialisation Manager
  • QA Co-ordinator
  • Graduate Account Executive
  • Sales Representative
  • Restaurateur 
  • Quality Assurance Manager 
  • Business Analyst Manager
  • Product Manager
  • Account Manager
  • Business Development Executive
  • HR Assistant (also PhD)