On our Master of Research in Management, you'll carry out independent research on a real management challenge in your organisation or sector.
Why study with us
- Work with academic researchers and industry specialists. They’ll help you design and complete independent research that delivers clear, evidence-based insight with organisational relevance.
- Gain research skills that strengthen strategic decision-making. These skills prepare you for leadership, consultancy, and roles that require analytical, reflective and responsible management practice.
- Benefit from associate membership of iROWE. Access cutting-edge leadership research and connect with a professional network of business leaders and practitioners.
What you'll do
- Conduct an independent research project on a management challenge in your organisation or sector. Analyse evidence, interpret data and develop recommendations that inform strategic decisions.
- Build advanced research skills through modules in critical thinking, research design and analytical methods. Learn how to evaluate evidence and manage ethical considerations with academic rigour.
- Prepare for future academic research or doctoral study. This course gives you the foundation to progress your career and contribute new insights to management practice.
Modules
Modules shown are for in-person delivery only. Modules may vary for blended learning. Please email our Course Enquiries Team for more information.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. We may also make changes to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Future careers in management
Graduates move into roles where they shape organisational strategy and influence management decisions.
This MRes Management builds your ability to lead evidence-based change. It positions you for senior management, consultancy and strategic roles.
Your research focus and portfolio strengthens your credibility. You'll be ready to guide responsible, analytical and effective organisational practice.
Career options include:
Entry requirements
Minimum qualifications:
- Applicants should hold a 2:2 degree or equivalent professional experience or learning in a related field
- Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme
- Applicants are required to provide a research proposal in report format that focuses on a topic that both interests you and is connected in some way to your programme of study.
- For applicants where English is not their first language, we require an IELTS: Score of 6.5 with no component lower than 6.0
Academic expertise
Fees and funding
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