Birmingham Business School
Consistently ranking in global league tables, we’re accredited by leading bodies, AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. This gold standard ‘triple-crown’ accreditation puts us in an elite group of global business schools. Our vision is to inspire curiosity and drive change around the world in business research and education. Our programmes combine in-depth academic learning with the practical skills in high demand among leading employers.
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Number 1 most targeted university of top UK employers
(Graduate market in 2024 High Fliers report)
Why choose our programmes?
- Get the academic knowledge, practical skills and workplace experiences employers value the most.
- Connect with industry professionals and world-leading researchers as part of an international learning community.
- Our research is internationally recognised, answering the responsible business challenges facing our global economy and society.
How will you be taught?
- From the outset, you will be encouraged to become an independent and self-motivated learner; we want you to be challenged and will encourage you to think for yourself
- You will be taught by experts in their fields from both the Dubai and Edgbaston campuses
- Your learning will be enriched by utilising a variety of innovative teaching methods, from lectures, self-study and peer-group learning, to blended-learning tutorials through our virtual learning platform, Canvas
Graduate career destinations have included:
- Ferrari
- Jaguar Land Rover
- PwC
- Unilever
- Microsoft
- Morgan Stanley
- Deloitte
- J.P. Morgan
- Kia Motors Europe
- United Bank of Switzerland
Accounting and Finance MSc – 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
Having graduated with a degree in accounting and finance, you’ll be looking to further specialise and prepare for new challenges in a globally connected world.
Our MSc programme will build on your existing knowledge, while developing your accounting and finance skills. It will also prepare you for a career on the global stage. This means you’ll be learning with leading researchers in the field, focusing on the latest sustainable and responsible business practices.
Our innovative modules include topics on Accounting Theory and Policy, Corporate Financial Management and Professional Integrity. You’ll get to study other areas such as alternative finance and management accounting. Plus, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to become a responsible professional at the forefront of emerging accounting and finance trends. You can also fit your studies around your life, choosing either full or part-time.
Excellent career prospects
Our students have gone on to work in a wide range of industries, in organisations such as Accenture, Deloitte, PWC, Ernst and Young, KPMG, Arcadia Group, Cisco Systems, Nissan, Ford, BP, Cadbury, P&G, and a whole host of smaller companies and public sector organisations.
Financial Management MSc – 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
Our MSc Financial Management course, you will study real-world investment challenges, with an emphasis on ethical and sustainable business practices. The course will give you a vital edge in Dubai’s competitive global finance sector.
Innovative and modern, our module themes include Corporate Financial Management, Financial Management, Financial Modelling Techniques, along with Financial Statement Analysis and Business Valuation.
There is a strong demand for financial management graduates in Dubai and internationally, including the knowledge and skills needed to work in investment banking, corporate finance, risk management, sustainable finance, insurance companies, treasury departments and many more. On top of the practical skills and experience, you’ll also learn financial management theory and data analytics that applies to companies’ strategic financial decisions around the world.
Studying in Dubai has been an incredible experience. The city is filled with networking and development opportunities, and the university is a melting pot of different nationalities. I made friends and professional networks from all over the world.
Moreover, the curriculum connected to ACT prepared me for real-life applications and has given me a significant advantage in the job market, helping me skip junior corporate finance roles. Industry experts will come right into your class, giving you insights like no podcast or book ever will.
Jan Pavelka MSc Financial Management
Human Resource Management MSc – 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
First, you’ll learn the four core pillars of Human Resources Management - resourcing organisations, developing organisations, reward at work and employment relations. You can then explore a variety of innovative modules, such as The Future of Work. Our course teaches theory and real-world skills, featuring guest speakers and practical exercises, plus insights and perspectives led by academic research.
Responsible business, decent work and good people management are at the forefront of our teaching and research. These specialist skills mean our graduates are in high demand with a wide range of top employers. Thanks to our close industry ties, you’ll also get to meet and network with leading organisations, both national and global.
Module themes include Human Resource Development, International Human Resource Management and Leadership Development. You’ll also complete a final dissertation, applying everything you learn on our Research Methods module.
CIPD-accredited
Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the MSc HRM programme at the University of Birmingham allows students to become CIPD student members, accessing CIPD and university resources. Upon completing the MSc HRM, these students are upgraded to Associate Member (Assoc CIPD), equivalent to CIPD Level 7. Those with relevant HR work experience can apply for Chartered Member (Chartered MCIPD) status.
International Business MSc – 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
Take your career anywhere in the world. This course will give you a complete understanding of current and relevant international issues.
Across the globe, organisations are looking for dynamic managers with the skills to work away from their domestic country. As a Dubai student, you’ll draw on the talents of globally respected scholars and teachers. Their expertise and our broad areas of study will prepare you for a true international career.
You’ll study all the key subjects of business and management in a global context, including International Business, Practising & Managing International Business, International Strategy, Cooperative Strategy in International Business, Disruptive Innovation, plus Global Operations and Supply Chain Management.
You’ll then complete a final dissertation on your chosen area of international business. Advancing your career and expanding your skills is at the heart of our MSc International Business. Throughout the programme, we’ll develop your analytical abilities and communication skills. You’ll also gain valuable experience in interdisciplinary teamwork and networking.
Studying on the MSc International Business has been a great experience for me; excellent faculty members, coupled with a dynamic cohort, world-class tuition and an awesome support system. Coming together in groups to work on projects, assignments and presentations has helped reshape my interpersonal relationships and boosted my confidence and public speaking skills. I must say, the University of Birmingham is actually a home away from home.
Sandra MSc International Business GraduateSandra, MSc International Business Graduate
Marketing MSc – 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
Get the full set of in-demand marketing skills. On this programme, you’ll develop your expertise with the critical, analytical, communication and ethical skills needed for a successful career in marketing. Our innovative programme offers a ‘block’ teaching approach, giving you an immersive learning.
Learning the theory and practice of marketing in our taught modules, you will be fully prepared for any future challenges organisations face, such as digitalisation and sustainability.
Industry workshops and careers support will give you an extra edge with transferable skills such as agile working and resilience. Exploring a wide range of topics, our module themes include Marketing Strategy, Consumer Insights, Research and Analysis in Marketing International Marketing, Digital Marketing, and Responsible Marketing. You can also choose to complete a dissertation or company project.
The MSc Marketing is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). You will be able to gain industry-recognised qualifications at an accelerated pace, including the CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing or the CIM Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing.
The academic learnings from this course closely aligned with my role as an associate product manager, enabling me to develop effective marketing strategies, understand customer needs, and leverage digital channels for promotion.
Rawan Ismail MSc Marketing
Master of Business Administration – 2 years part-time
What will you study?
Built in consultation with industry leaders and experts in their fields, the Birmingham MBA puts responsible business theory into action, challenging students to self-reflect and develop their own business practices for a better world.
The Birmingham MBA features leading academics and guest speakers from global firms such as IBM, Accenture, Deloitte, KPMG and Santander, giving students the opportunity to actively collaborate with industry. Designed in a hybrid and flexible format, students can study up to three modules online or at the University of Birmingham’s UK or Singapore campuses. There’s also an option to participate in ‘Immersive Modules’ delivered across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Mexico and Europe.
Our programme is internationally recognized and triple accredited by AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS. You will develop into a responsible, reflective, and resilient business leader ready to make a real impact on a business organisation.
Our taught modules include:
- Purposeful Leader
- Global Perspectives in Responsible Business
- Understanding the Economy
- Strategy in a Complex and Uncertain World
- Managerial Finance
- People Management and Organisations
- Marketing
- Sustainable Operations
- Accounting, Accountability and Decision-Making
Following the taught modules, you will engage in a significant research project or consultancy project, allowing you to apply your learning in a practical setting, and develop your skills in problem-solving and strategic thinking.
Supply Chain Management MSc – 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
Get the skills, knowledge and experience you need to manage and develop businesses beyond the boundaries of the firm. Our Supply Chain Management MSc has been designed with the help of industry experts. It will help you succeed in your career as you help to transform the future of supply chain management.
Working with leading academics, you’ll discover and apply a deep understanding of supply chain strategy, supply chain digitalisation, data analytics, network design, negotiation, communication, supply chain collaboration, relationship management, and supply chain forecasting. Be part of the next generation of senior supply chain specialists and leaders. Join our forward-thinking Supply Chain Management MSc.
Strong Industry links
Dubai is a global hub of business, hosting companies from across the globe, making is a gateway for key employers in the business sector. We will provide you with the opportunity to meet and network with leading global organisations throughout your experience at Birmingham.
Professional Accreditation
The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), the International Lean Six Sigma Institute (ILSSI), and the Institute of Supply Chain Management.