Durham University vs University of Birmingham

MSc Management is designed to provide you with the tools, techniques and knowledge to succeed in business.

The programme consists of a set of core and elective modules, culminating in a practice-based business project or a research-based dissertation.

This focused MSc in Management is designed to prepare you for becoming a successful manager. You will cover at an advanced level, the fundamental subjects needed to manage a business within a complex changing environment.

• Birmingham Business School is part of an elite group of global business schools that holds the Triple-Crown accreditation from leading bodies AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB.
•  MSc Management programme will support you to develop your management consultancy skills and responsible business values, preparing you to work with a range of organisations from social enterprises to charities, to global companies.
• This programme has been informed by research, cutting-edge, innovative teaching, and industry practice to ensure you are ready to tackle real-world business challenges.
• This programme will support you to develop a wide range of transferrable skills which are essential for a management career in the dynamic digital era.
• There are plenty of opportunities for students to work with a range of organisations, such as social enterprises and charity organisations, giving you real-life experience.  

The Durham MBA will transform your career by enhancing your key business and leadership capabilities, enabling you to excel in a fast-moving global business environment.

Combining theory and practical business experience, the Durham MBA will advance your knowledge and capabilities within a personalised career pathway closely aligned to your own professional aspirations.

The Durham MBA is continually enhanced to ensure you perform at the cutting-edge of your profession. Both challenging and inspirational, the programme will take you on your journey to achieve your career goals.

• Ranked #97 in the Financial Times Top 100 for full time MBAs 2023.
• Ranked in the top 10 in the UK Financial Times for full time MBAs 2023
• Access the latest research – as a research-led business school, we give our students access to the latest trends, data and knowledge within the global banking and finance industry.
• Ranked #29 for Career Progression in the Financial Times for full time MBAs 2023. The programme will equip you to move into more senior management positions, either in your own organisation or moving elsewhere.
• Accredited business school – We hold the prestigious ‘triple-crown’ accreditation from the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), AMBA (Association of MBAs) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System).
• Boost your employability prospects - The 4th most targeted university of top UK employers (High Fliers Research 2022)
• Ranked #98 in the Which MBA? 2022 for the full-time MBA
• In the top 50 in Europe in the QS Global MBA rankings 2023
• Ranked #31 for value for money for full time MBAs in the Financial Times 2023

• A good Honours degree (or equivalent), or equivalent professional qualification
• Five years of work experience with evidence of extensive managerial experience or professional responsibility. Three years exceptional work experience meeting this criteria will also be considered