MA Management

Summary 2012/13

• Develop a broad understanding of business and management;
• Apply your learning in a company and in real life business situations;
• Equip yourself for a career in international business.

Please note, the course title is subject to validation.

The MA Management is designed for new graduates from any discipline who want to develop a career in business and management. Applicants are welcomed from any discipline. Many entrants to an MA in Management have a science or technology qualification so it is not necessary that you have studied business or management before.

2012 Entry Requirements

To join this MA you should have a degree equivalent a to UK lower second class honours. For overseas applicants, IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Summary 2013/14

• Develop a broad understanding of business and management;
• Apply your learning in a company and in real life business situations;
• Equip yourself for a career in international business.

Please note, the course title is subject to validation.

The MA Management is designed for new graduates from any discipline who want to develop a career in business and management. Applicants are welcomed from any discipline. Many entrants to an MA in Management have a science or technology qualification so it is not necessary that you have studied business or management before.

2013 Entry Requirements

To join this MA you should have a degree equivalent a to UK lower second class honours. For overseas applicants, IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Details

What will I gain from this programme?

The MA in Management will help you to gain a broad understanding of business by exposing you to different aspects of it and by showing you how it all fits together. Developing an holistic view of the way in which business works is vital. On graduation it is likely that you will move into a functional business area but understanding how that fits into the wider business context will make you much more effective in your role. The programme will also help you develop an international dimension to your learning. No country is immune from global pressures and an awareness of these and their implication is an important part of the programme.

The MA in Management is not simply an academic course. Organisations will bring into the classroom real-life problems for you to work on and try to solve and there is an opportunity to undertake a short placement with a company towards the end of the programme. At Edge Hill Business School you will not simply learn about business and management - you will practice it.

How we will support you

Full support will be provided to help you get the most from your learning experience. You will be assigned a personal tutor and there is a range of other support options available. Extensive use is made of information technology to support classroom activities.

For students from overseas, the Centre of International Education exists to help you deal with any problems you may have and provides support to ensure that you get the most benefit possible from your stay.

What will I study?

The MA in Management is designed to allow you to develop an understanding of key aspects of business and management. You will therefore study aspects related to accounting and finance; human resource management; marketing; and operations.

By the end of these modules you will have an understanding of these critical aspects of business. Teaching is set in an international context with examples and illustrations drawn from the global economy.

Finally, you will be exposed to a range of contemporary issues of interest to all managers. These will include such things as globalization; ethics; and social responsibility. At the end of the taught element you will undertake a work placement during which time you will undertake a project on behalf of the host company which you will then write up as a report.

How will I study?

As well as preparing for and attending lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops, you will spend time reading and completing coursework, including written assignments, portfolios and presentations. Working with business is a strong theme of the programme and the workplace will be brought into your study as well as you having the opportunity to go out into the workplace. Learning from your colleagues is an important part of the course and many exercises will require you to work in teams.

Placement

The course provides a placement opportunity after the second semester. This is an unpaid period of time spent with an employer, either singly or in a group, where you will undertake a project for that organisation. On completion of the project you will then write-up the work as the final piece of assessment undertaken on the placement. This can prove to be a vital part of the MA in International Management. It allows you to demonstrate what you have gained from your study and show some UK work experience on your CV when applying for jobs.

Who will be teaching me?

All our staff are passionate about student learning and development. The degree is delivered by specialists in Accountancy, Marketing, Human Resource Management, E-Commerce and Small and Medium Sized Enterprises, among others. The team includes active researchers who publish in academic journals, and academically and professionally qualified staff. All team members are people with an energy and enthusiasm for their subject areas.

How will I be assessed?

Throughout the programme, there is a combination of different forms of assessment to test intellectual development, vocational capability, and critical thinking. Coursework often involves both individual and group-based working. Case studies and problem solving exercises are used. Examinations take a variety of forms, using both seen and unseen questions.

What are my career prospects?

An MA in Management helps to equip you for a range of career opportunities in business and management. Typical careers include accountancy, administration, banking, education, finance, human resource management, marketing, public and private sector management, retailing and enterprise.

Related Programmes

• MSc Management Development
• MBA Master of Business Administration
• MBA Master of Business Administration (Finance)
• MBA Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management)
• MBA Master of Business Administration (Marketing)

A Great Study Environment

Edge Hill University’s stunning £8m Business and Law building provides state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities for students in the Business School and Department of Law and Criminology. The three-storey building offers modern seminar and meeting rooms and social learning areas which encourage a more informal and interactive style of learning. A roof garden and atrium are other attractive features along with a 100-seater lecture theatre.

Based in 160 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the Ormskirk Campus is a unique and inspirational place to study. Industry standard resources and cutting edge technology combine to make an interactive and highly advanced teaching and learning environment. Everything you could want is on one site with fantastic modern spaces in which you can study and socialise and 25 acres of sport and leisure facilities.

The University library gives you access to thousands of books, journals, online resources and extensive PC and media provision. You'll get all the support you need to succeed, reflected in Edge Hill University being ranked in the top two in England for students' personal development, and the top three in the country for assessment and feedback, in the 2011 National Student Survey. The University is also featured in the top four in England for graduate employment.

How do I apply?

Apply online at www.ukpass.ac.uk.

Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyukpass for more information on the application process.

Fees and Finance

Tuition fees are £4,320pa for full-time study on this programme in academic year 2012/13. Part-time postgraduate students in academic year 2012/13 will pay £250 per 10 credit module, £500 per 20 credit module and £1,500 per 60 credit module. 180 credits are required to complete the MA. Information for UK and EU students only. Full-time fees for international postgraduate students are £11,500pa for academic year 2012/13.

Edge Hill graduates joining an eligible postgraduate programme at the University in academic year 2012/13 could benefit from a 20% reduction in tuition fees. If you're a UK or EU student and will be paying the fees yourself, you might be eligible to receive this discount. See www.edgehill.ac.uk/reducedfees for more information.

Where can I find out more?

If you would like to receive a copy of our prospectus or be kept updated about forthcoming events, contact the Course Information, Advice and Guidance Team by emailing study@edgehill.ac.uk or calling 01695 657000.

If you want to attend one of our open events held throughout the year, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/postgradopendays to book your place.

You will also find Edge Hill University staff at many postgraduate study fairs taking place across the UK and Ireland.

Still want more?

If you have any questions you would like to ask the programme leader about this course, please contact:

• Gillian Rawlings, Edge Hill Business School, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4QP
• Tel: 01695 657646 / 01695 657644
• Email: postgraduate@edgehill.ac.uk

Overseas students should contact the Centre of International Education by calling +44 1695 584489 or emailing international@edgehill.ac.uk with any queries.

Modules

People Management. The module aims to make you aware, within an organisational context, of the complex relationship between human resource management, individuals and the wider societies they inhabit. You will investigate new organisational forms and develop an understanding of the relationship between different theories of managing human resources and existing organisational practice.

Finance and Accounting. Anyone with or hoping to develop a career within a business will be expected to have an understanding of the financial issues that may impact on the organisation. A strong argument could be made that the understanding of the financial information and processes of an organisation are the key to more senior management roles within an organisation. This module provides the opportunity to develop this financial understanding and use. You will be encouraged to reflect on some of the current debates about the accounting and finance environment. At all times the material will be geared towards organisation settings, to ensure you can fully locate financial information within its normal business context.

Contemporary Issues. As a student in management and business you need to be aware of the challenging contemporary issues facing organisations in the 21st century. In particular you require an appreciation of the alternate economic and social structures applicable throughout the world. These differences conflict with and collude with the development of the global economy and an ability to manage these tensions is an important element in the manager’s toolkit.

International Marketing. In view of emerging world markets and increasing globalisation this module will develop an informed appreciation of the international marketing environment and how organisations manage and conduct their marketing activities in response to it. You will explore the particular challenges and opportunities of marketing in an international context, developing a critical appreciation of the multinational and global issues that affect marketing along with the knowledge and expertise to apply marketing strategies and techniques at an international level.

Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility. Organisations and companies operating in contemporary markets, are under considerable scrutiny and are increasingly required to consider the social, economic and environmental components of their processes and business conduct, while balancing stakeholder interests. Organisations that choose to flout this responsibility do so at risk to their futures, reputations and profits. It is imperative that the modern manager is aware of the various ethical issues that may have an impact upon their organisation and devise mechanisms to deal with them. This module will develop your understanding of an organisation’s overall responsibility to its various stakeholder groups together with the mechanisms by which this can be analysed and addressed.

Research Methods. The ability to both undertake and evaluate research are key skills in both academic and vocational contexts. In the academic context of the MBA, you are asked to undertake and produce research, for example in work-based learning and dissertation contexts.

Furthermore, an understanding of the factors underpinning the production of research (and therefore theory) enhances your ability to critically analyse published research and theory in all aspects of their work. In a vocational context, the ability to apply a critical analytical approach to researching and investigating relevant issues is a key managerial skill which can be developed by an understanding of the main issues and skills surrounding research.

Dissertation. In writing up a dissertation you are developing your skills and capabilities as a researcher and independent learner. The dissertation (as well as the work placement) also enables you to develop a range of academic and vocational skills that are relevant to your future employment or further studies. For example, you will develop skills in analytical / critical thinking, problem solving, creative thinking, collecting and analysing information, time management and both written and oral communication.

Work Placement. You will have the opportunity to undertake a placement in semester 3. The placement provides you with the chance to gain experience of the world of work and allows you to undertake a piece of research based on or linked to this placement (which is arranged by the Business School). The pairing of work based learning (WBL) with the dissertation enables you to make links between theory and practice. Please note, if you do not undertake the work placement, you must complete the alternative module, Reflective Practitioner.

Reflective Practitioner. If you elect not to complete a work placement, it's important to still consider issues relating to employability. This module will require you to focus on yourself and work, professional practice and professional issues in the workplace, taking a reflective stance.