Business and Organisational Strategy

Entry requirements

The normal entry requirements for the programme are:


An honours degree of at least 2:2 classification, in a business or non business-related discipline, from a UK University; or
The equivalent of the above from a recognised University overseas; or
A degree equivalent professional qualification recognised by the Programme Leader; or
A Pre-Masters course recognised by the University; or
Equivalent qualifications to be assessed by the Programme Leader and Admissions Tutor
GCSE English language and Maths grade A-C (or equivalent)*


*If you do not have the required level of English for entry, our academic English courses can help you to achieve this level.

and


Be employed in a position that enables an insight into an organisation’s strategy and daily operations, and ideally with defined responsibilities such as the supervision/direction of the work of other employees and/or budgetary control
Applicants may be accepted who do not have the required academic qualification but have at least three years’ demonstrable substantive work experience, with the agreement of the Admissions Tutor, Programme Leader and their Head of Department.  See ‘Non-Standard Applicants’ section, below


*Non-Standard Applicants

Candidates will normally be interviewed by two members of academic staff, following submission of application documents demonstrating their suitability for the programme as outlined above.  If a candidate does not satisfy the above criteria then they may not be called to interview. 

This sought-after dual award course gives you a Master’s degree, plus a respected Chartered Management Institute Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership.
It’s been specifically designed to fit flexibly around your working life, with block study and additional academic support.
The course is an ideal opportunity for existing managers planning to progress their careers by moving into senior leadership roles.
Working alongside your studies, you’ll be able to directly and immediately apply what you learn.
We’ve created a highly engaged workshop-based learning environment, where you’ll collaborate with fellow students and receive ongoing online support.