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Welcome
Thank you for your interest in a Masters programme at the University of
Edinburgh Business School. We are excited about our ever growing portfolio
of year-long programmes. Whether you are interested in Accounting,
Finance, Management, International Business, Human Resources,
Carbon Finance, Banking and Risk, Investment, Marketing or Business
Analysis we have a programme for you. Do read on to find out more.
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A City of Culture
How did a city so steeped in history
become an icon of contemporary arts?
Edinburgh is a major European capital, a place
where history can be felt in every cobbled street
and elegant crescent. A World Heritage site, it is a
city of hospitality and creativity. For generations,
the gifted and the inspired, the artist and the
scientist have made Edinburgh their home.
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Glasgow
Edinburgh
London
Opposite page: Fireworks over Princes Street Gardens with Edinburgh Castle lit up in the background
This page, top: Edinburghs famous Royal Mile during the festival season
This page, bottom: The festival comes to the Universitys George Square
A City of Business
What attracts the worlds leading
business thinkers to Edinburgh?
A city of culture, a city for business, Edinburgh
has a tangible, driving energy. A compelling
blend of history and cutting-edge modernity,
it is the second largest financial centre in the
UK with a thriving, diverse economy and a
highly educated, motivated workforce.
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The University
of Edinburgh
The University of which we are a key part is one
of the oldest in the United Kingdom. Granted
its Royal Charter in 1583, the University
of Edinburgh has been the seed-bed
for some of the countrys most
distinguished thinkers.
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Industry, knowledge
and humanity are
linked together by an
indissoluble chain.
David Hume, world famous Scottish
philosopher, economist and historian
Opposite page: The Old College, an iconic Georgian building and quadrangle designed by Robert Adam in 1789
This page, top: Philosopher David Hume and St. Giles Cathedral on The Royal Mile
This page, bottom: The University of Edinburgh Playfair Library
The
Business School
The University of Edinburgh Business School
enjoys a long tradition of teaching and research.
The School offers undergraduate, postgraduate
and executive education programmes in business
and management and provides a platform for
research, discussion and debate on a wide range
of business issues. The School has a worldclass faculty of over 90 members. The 2013/14
student population is 1,518 (with more than 500
students pursuing postgraduate studies).
Part of the University of Edinburgh, one of the
worlds top universities with a rich heritage of
delivering education for over 400 years, the
Business School has an international student body
typically representing more than 72 countries.
The Edinburgh MBA programmes were first offered in 1980
and since then, the Schools postgraduate degree portfolio
has grown significantly and now lies at the forefront of
business development in areas such as finance and risk,
international business, carbon management and accounting.
Over 5,000 postgraduate students from a variety
of backgrounds and nationalities have successfully
graduated from these programmes.
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Who we are
We are a catalyst. A place where ideas are born,
theories debated and business done. Much more
than a source of knowledge, we can make a crucial
difference to the career and personal progression
of our students. Our MSc programmes have a
strong foundation in academic research, yet all
are designed to tackle the very real issues that
face todays international business community.
This indivisible link between School and business
can be found right across our work. Its there in our
sponsored research, in our executive education
programmes, in our guest speaker series, in our
Entrepreneurship Club and in our student projects. Its
there in the lecture theatre, the classroom and the caf.
Impressive resources
With ambitious plans to become one of the leading
Business Schools in Europe the School secured
substantial investment from the University to develop
new premises that could truly act as a hub for business.
With eight lecture theatres, 18 syndicate rooms, an
expanded library space (The Hub), dedicated meeting
space for staff and students and wireless throughout,
this new building was designed with staff and student
needs paramount. The School has an executive
education centre on the 4th floor and a spacious
caf (The Exchange) on the lower ground floor.
The centre of the Schools knowledge base is The
Hub. This provides students with electronic access
to a vast array of specialist research databases,
online journals and many of the leading financial
information services including Datastream,
Osiris, Thomson ONE Banker, CRSP (Centre for
Research in Security Prices) and Compustat.
International impact
Business is global. So are we. Our MSc programmes
get to the core of international business and finance
to address key issues of the day. Our students, like
many of our teaching faculty, have an international
background in terms of nationality and career.
This strong sense of internationalism creates a lively
theatre of debate among students and between
students and faculty. We always look to create a mix
of nationalities and backgrounds so that we are able
to learn from each other, sharing ideas and insights
into different cultures. Our MSc portfolio typically
attracts students from over 60 different countries.
Opportunities
Projects
Networks
Alumni
Web site:
> eLearning
> eVisors
> online chats
Careers fairs
Skills programme
Mentoring
Guest speakers
Online resources
Peers
Industry
introductions
Corporate presentations
Group sessions
Recruitment agencies
Support from University Careers Service (eg career fairs, employer presentations)
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Student Projects
Student Projects are a key connection between the
Business School and the world of practice. For our
students, a project is a unique opportunity to apply
their knowledge and skill in a real and practical setting.
Some of our Masters programmes offer students
the opportunity to deliver projects. The MSc in
International Business and Emerging Markets and the
MSc in Carbon Finance both feature group projects
as part of the core curriculum. Some Masters students
use their dissertation to conduct a bespoke piece
of research for a corporate partner. The Business
School has a dedicated Student Projects Manager
who organises all elements of these projects.
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MSc in Accounting
and Finance
Designed for those with a quantitative background, this programme
is both academically rigorous and closely in line with professional
practice. It is especially useful for those graduates with work
experience in accounting looking to gain essential practical
skills in finance and vice versa. Although the core, compulsory
courses ensure a good balance between both accounting and
finance study, the option courses give you the opportunity to
specialise tailoring your studies towards your chosen career.
From Greece
Dimitrios
Exadaktylos, a 2011
MSc in Accounting
and Finance
graduate outside
the imposing
Bank of Scotland
headquarters on
the Mound.
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Learning outcomes
Partnerships
Recent graduate
recruiters:
- AEGON
- Morgan Stanley
- Baillie Gifford
- The Civil Service
- Goldman Sachs
- J.P. Morgan
- PriceWaterhouse
Coopers
-R
oyal Bank of
Scotland
- Standard Life
- UBS
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
September - December
January - May
June - August
Induction
Research Methods
Advanced Management
Accounting
Equity Valuation
Analysis of Corporate
Financial Information
Dissertation
Option course
Option course
Foundations of
Finance Theory
Statistics for Finance
Key
Core course
Investment Management
Option course
Case Study
Deepika Appala Raghavulu
MSc in Accounting and Finance, 2011 graduate
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Induction
Assessment
Core courses
The MSc in Accounting and Finance features six
core courses. These are the foundation upon
which the whole MSc is built. Four of these
are studied in Semester 1 and two in Semester
2. Learning is achieved through lectures,
set reading, exercises and case studies.
Option courses
The programme is structured so that you specialise
through courses including accounting, finance,
credit risk management, corporate finance, and
financial management. From a wide range of
option courses, you have the opportunity to
choose two. These options are reviewed every
year, ensuring that each option is of direct
relevance to the needs of todays businesses.
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
-A
EGON
Head of Strategy
Dissertation
-C
airn Energy
Finance Director
-C
harterhouse
Capital Partners
Partner
-C
itigroup Scotland
Managing Director
- International
Accounting
Standards Board
Chairman
-K
PMG
Director of
Corporate Finance
-L
loyds TSB
Chief Economist
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
- 2012 - the Financial
Services Authority
and the challenge
ahead
- Small business
reporting - what they
want and what they
need
- Accounting issues
in family businesses access to finance,
succession and
taxation
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
20,550
25,350
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/accounting-finance
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From Greece
Konstantina Davili,
a 2011 MSc in
Accounting and
Finance graduate
on Grindley Street
by the new wing
of the citys main
concert venue,
the Usher Hall.
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Learning outcomes
Indicative
graduate roles
-R
isk Management
Consultant
- Audit/Compliance
Analyst
-F
inancial Services
Regulatory Advisor
-G
overnance and
Risk Officer
-R
isk Manager
(Modelling)
-P
ortfolio Risk
Manager
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
10 September - 21 December
14 January - 24 May
1 June - 29 August
Induction
Analysis of Corporate
Financial Information
Financial Markets
and Institutions
Introduction to Banking
Option course
Microfinance
Introduction to Risk
Management for Banks
Option course
Datamining
Key
Core course
Dissertation
Option course
Case Study
Pavle Sabic
MSc in Finance and Investment graduate
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Induction
At the beginning of the programme there is a
comprehensive induction week that provides an
introduction to the School, the programme and
the University. Designed to be both informative
and fun, it enables you to get acquainted with
your fellow students with whom you will be
studying for the duration of the programme.
Core courses
-L
loyds TSB
Chief Economist
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland
Head of HR
Shared Services
Option courses
Assessment
Dissertation
- KPMG
Director of
Corporate Finance
-S
tandard Life
Investments
Head of Socially
Responsible
Investing
-S
tandard Life
CEO
- AEGON
Head of Strategy
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
Recent talks at
the business
School:
-S
mall business
reporting - what they
want and what they
need
-W
ere investors
enablers of the
banking crisis?
- Towards determining
systemic importance
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
13,150
20,550
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/banking-risk
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From
Moldova
Christian Pasa,
a 2011 MSc in
Marketing graduate
stands in front of
the iconic Scottish
Parliament building.
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Partnerships
The MSc in Carbon Finance programme has a
number of exciting partnerships with industry,
including organisations such as the Scottish
2020 Climate Group, Pacific Carbon Trust, Matrix
Group, ENDS Carbon, The London Accord and
Carbon Finance magazine. These partners work
together with the programme on guest speakers,
Indicative
graduate roles
Learning outcomes
-C
arbon Credit
Developer
- Carbon Trader
-C
arbon Consultant/
Service Provider
- Carbon Analyst
-C
arbon Asset/
Fund Manager
- Carbon Accountant
detailed understanding of
climate science and economics
and provides a broad and
integrated understanding
of carbon management.
From September 2013 the
programme will be hosted by
the School of GeoSciences and
taught at the Edinburgh Centre for
Carbon Innovations new building
at High School Yards in central
Edinburgh. ECCI is a hub for the
knowledge, innovation and skills
required to create a low carbon
economy. The building comprises
an innovation suite, lecture
theatres, seminar rooms, exhibition
and social space. For more
information visit www.glg.ed.ac.uk
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
September - December
January - May
June - August
Induction
Carbon Markets
Energy Finance
Carbon Accounting
Option course
Key
Core course
Dissertation
Option course
Case Study
Gaelle Nuttall
MSc in Carbon Finance, 2012 graduate
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Induction
Assessment
Dissertation
Option courses
Core courses
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
-C
harles Hendry
Minister for Energy
-C
limate Change
Capital
Vice Chairman
-W
ood Mackenzie
Research Manager
-B
loomberg New
Energy Finance
Chief Editor
-C
omposite Energy
Chief Executive
- BP
Director, CCS
Technology
- Mainstream
Renewable Power
Global Head of
Corporate Affairs
-S
olar Century
Chief Executive
-S
tandard Life
Head of Socially
Responsible Investing
Recent talks at
the business
School:
-T
he challenge of
climate change
- Accessing finance for
low carbon investments
- New frontiers in
carbon accounting
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
18,950
18,950
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/carbon-finance
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From Thailand
Pimpakarn
Anutarayontchai, a
2011 MSc in Finance
and Investment
graduate standing
on the roof of the
University Informatics
Forums awardwinning new building.
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Learning outcomes
Recent graduate
recruiters:
- AEGON
- AON Consulting
- Bank of China
- JP Morgan
- Baillie Gifford
- Goldman Sachs
- Morgan Stanley
- PriceWaterhouse
Coopers
-R
oyal Bank of
Scotland
-S
cottish Widows
Investment
Partnership
- Standard Life
-S
tate Street Bank
and Trust
- UBS
Partnerships
The University of Edinburgh Business Schools MSc
in Finance and Investment participates in the CFA
Institute CFA Program Partner Initiative (CFA
PP). This means that the MSc in Finance and
Investment is judged by the Institute as covering at
least 70 per cent of the CFA curriculum. The degree
will therefore assist those who choose to study for
the CFA qualification. We also teach a module on
ethics and standards of professional practice.
The Business School is also recognised as a Centre
of Excellence in the provision of postgraduate
education in finance and investment by the Chartered
Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI). Students
who have passed the MSc in Finance and Investment
can apply for exemption from the SII Diploma exams.
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
10 September - 21 December
14 January - 24 May
1 June - 29 August
Induction
Corporate Finance
and Accounting
Financial Markets
Dissertation
Investment Theory
Derivatives
Investment Management
Equity Valuation
Option course
Option course
Key
Option course
In Semester 2, students select three courses in total (plus Research Methods in Finance)
*Courses correct at time of print
Case Study
Zana Beqiri
MSc in Finance and Investment, 2011 graduate
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Induction
Assessment
Core courses
A powerful blend of academic rigour and vocational
insight, the MSc in Finance and Investment will
add considerably to the knowledge of those
looking to further their career in this vital sector.
The programme features five core courses and one
or two core electives. These are the foundation
upon which the whole MSc is built. Four of these
are studied in Semester 1 and two or three in
Semester 2. Learning is achieved through lectures,
set reading, exercises and case studies.
Option courses
This is your MSc. And this is where you tailor your
studies towards your career interests. From a wide
range of option courses, you have the opportunity
to choose one or two. These options are reviewed
every year, ensuring that each option is of direct
relevance to the needs of todays businesses.
Dissertation
In the summer term, each of our finance MSc
students completes an individual dissertation.
Although it is usual for you to choose a dissertation
topic based upon your own interests, or to develop
topics suggested by academic staff, opportunities
also exist for companies to sponsor projects. A
company-sponsored project would involve you
directing your MSc dissertation towards answering
research questions suggested by that company.
Organisations may wish to progress research into a
particular issue and can base the project topic upon
this. An academic supervisor is assigned to each
project, which is likely to be empirical in nature.
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
- Bank of England
Executive Director for
Financial Stability
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland
Head of HR
Shared Services
-S
cottish Financial
Enterprise
CEO
-S
cottish Financial
Operations
CEO
-S
cottish Development
International
Operations Director
-S
ecurities and
Investment Institute
Managing Director
-S
tandard Life
Investments
Head of Socially
Responsible Investing
-S
tandard Life
CEO
- Wolfson
Microelectronics
Founder
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
Funding ladders - a
one day conference
with the London
Stock Exchange
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
20,550
25,350
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/finance-investment
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From India
Shruti Dabriwal,
a 2011 MSc in
International
Business and
Emerging Markets
graduate stands
in front of the
Royal Scottish
Academy of Art.
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Learning outcomes
Indicative
graduate roles
- Treasury Manager
- Finance Executive
-F
inancial Strategy
Consultant
-B
usiness Start-Up
Financial Consultant
-C
orporate Finance
Executive
- Business Analyst
-R
etail Banking
Executive
- Commercial
Banking Executive
- Investment
Banking Executive
- Management
Consultant
-V
enture Capital
Executive
Employment
sectors
Graduates will find
job opportunities in
-C
orporate (of all
size and types)
- Industry and
Commerce
(all areas including
financial services)
-G
overnment (both
local and national)
-T
hird Sector
(Charities and NGOs)
Individuals with
financial management
knowledge are
employable in
any organisation
in any sector.
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
September - December
January - May
June - August
Induction
Accounting, Planning
and Strategy
Treasury Management
and Corporate Finance
Option course
Core course
Financial Markets
and Investments
Research Methods
Analysis of Corporate
Financial Information
Key
Dissertation
Option course
Option course
Case Study
Christian Engelen
MSc in Accounting and Finance graduate
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Induction
Assessment
Core courses
The programme is designed to deliver
financial management expertise with particular
emphasis in understanding the disciplines
of accounting and corporate finance. Both
theoretical foundations and practice applications
are provided in both of these areas.
The MSc in Financial Management features six
core courses. These are the foundation upon
which the whole MSc is built. Four of these
are studied in Semester 1 and two in Semester
2. Learning is achieved through lectures, set
reading, exercises and case studies. As well as the
taught courses students undertake a dissertation
preparation course and the dissertation itself.
-C
airn Energy
Finance Director
- KPMG
Director of
Corporate Finance
- AEGON
Head of Strategy
Dissertation
Option courses
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
-L
loyds TSB
CEO
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland
Head of HR
Shared Services
-S
cottish Financial
Enterprise
CEO
-S
tandard Life
Investments
Head of Socially
Responsible Investing
-P
rocter and Gamble
Senior HR Manager
-S
tandard Life
CEO
- Deloitte
Partner
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
- The Scottish
Economy - Celtic
Tiger or Timrous
Beastie
-T
hose who ignore
history are doomed
to repeat it - the
financial crisis
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
18,950
23,650
- Small business
reporting - what they
want and what they
need
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/financial-management
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MSc in Human
Resource Management
This Masters is designed to meet the needs of
graduates wishing to pursue a career in human
resources. The programme develops your
knowledge of human resource management
concepts and key management skills relevant to
modern business. You will benefit from a faculty
producing internationally recognised research on
topics as diverse as recruitment, remuneration and
retirement. The programme is differentiated by
offering a flexible programme structure that allows
you to choose a unique combination of
courses that develop both theoretical
knowledge and practical skills.
From Iran
Behzad Aminfard,
an MSc in
Management
graduate pictured
against the glass
facia of the new
Quartermile
development.
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Learning outcomes
Indicative
graduate roles
- Careers Advisor
-E
quality and
Diversity Officer
- HR Analyst
- HR Advisor
-H
R Compliance
Administrator
-H
R Employee
Benefits Manager
- HR Generalist
- Personnel Manager
- Reward Analyst
- HR Manager
- HR Rewards Manager
- Recruitment Manager
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
10 September - 21 December
14 January - 24 May
1 June - 29 August
Induction
Human Resource
Management in Context
Managing
Employment Relations
Leadership in Organisations:
Theory and Practice
Organisational Behaviour
Change Management
Option course
Employment Law
Option course
Dissertation
Reward Management
Key
Core course
Performance Management
Option course
Case Study
Sam Holland
MSc in HRM Graduate 2013
HR Officer - Recruitment and Talent Management at the OECD Paris
Im from London and was proud to be
amongst the first cohort of students
studying for the MSc in Human Resource
Management As a new programme our
class was very small, 30 students in all
so it meant we got to know each other
very well. We also had a very diverse
pool of lecturers, all very enthusiastic
and experts in their subject areas. They
were all very keen teachers, not just
researchers and communicated well
and interacted with each other so that
the course content was joined up.
The facilities at the School are really
great. We didnt need to use the other
University buildings as we have the
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Induction
At the beginning of the programme there is a
comprehensive induction week that provides an
introduction to the School, the programme and
the University. Designed to be both informative
and fun, it enables you to get acquainted with
your fellow students with whom you will be
studying for the duration of the programme.
Core courses
The MSc in Human Resource Management
features six core courses. These are the foundation
upon which the whole MSc is built. Four of these
are studied in Semester 1 and two in Semester
2. Learning is achieved through lectures,
set reading, exercises and case studies.
Option courses
Assessment
Each course component uses a combination of
formal examination, individual/group assessment
and presentations. The nature of the component
will dictate which form(s) of assessment are used.
Dissertation
The conclusion of the MSc brings all of the years
learning together in a piece of work unique to each
student. Taking inspiration from the information and
insights you have gained, you agree the subject
matter, in discussion with faculty, and set the research
agenda. The subject chosen should be viewed in
light of your own future career plans.
-C
airn Energy
Finance Director
- International
Accounting
Standards Board
Chairman
- KPMG
Director of
Corporate Finance
-L
loyds TSB
CEO
-L
loyds Banking Group
Group Learning
Director
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland
Head of HR
Shared Services
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland Group
Head of Reward for
Retail, Wealth & Ulster
-S
tandard Life
Investments
Head of Socially
Responsible
Investing
-S
cottish Investment
Operations
CEO
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
- The Global Energy
Challenge: the
importance of human
capital
Application
11,850
18,950
- AEGON
Head of Strategy
-P
rocter and Gamble
Senior HR Manager
Fees
Home/EU
Overseas
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/humanresources
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From Germany
Heiner Heck, a
2011 International
Business and
Emerging Markets
graduate standing
on the terrace of the
Informatics building
with the McEwan Hall
in the background.
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Students projects
Recent graduate
recruiters:
- Accenture
- AEGON
- Baillie Gifford
- Banco de Bogota
- Civil Service
- Deloitte LLP
- E.ON
- Ernst & Young
- Goldman Sachs
- JP Morgan
- Morgan Stanley
- PriceWaterhouse
Coopers
Learning outcomes
-R
oyal Bank of
Scotland
- Standard Life
- UBS
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
10 September - 21 December
14 January - 24 May
1 June - 29 August
Induction
Methods of Research
Developing knowledge-based
International Business in
Emerging Economies
Option course
Financial Analysis
Option course
Current Debates in
International Business and
Emerging Markets
Dissertation
Accounting and
Financial Management
Services Management
Marketing Management*
Key
Core course
Option course
*There are 10 places available on this course. The programme office will contact students about their option courses prior to their start dates.
**Courses correct at time of print
Case Study
Jelena Niraula
MSc in IBEM, 2011 graduate
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Induction
Assessment
Core courses
The MSc in International Business and Emerging
markets creates a powerful, personal blend of
practical knowledge and intuitive insight. Learning
is achieved through lectures, set reading and
case studies. Students study six core courses.
Dissertation
The conclusion of the MSc brings all of the years
learning together in a piece of work unique to each
student. Taking inspiration from the information
and insights you have gained, you agree the
subject matter, in discussion with faculty, and set
the research agenda. The subject chosen should be
viewed in light of your own future career plans.
Option courses
This is your MSc. And this is where you tailor your
studies towards your career interests. From a wide
range of option courses, you have the opportunity
to choose two. These options are reviewed
every year, ensuring that each option is of direct
relevance to the needs of todays businesses.
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
- Accenture
Global Head of
Strategy
- AEGON
Head of Strategy
-A
mbassador of Japan
to the UK
-C
entre for
Development Studies,
Trivandrum, Kerala
-E
gon Zehnder
International
Former Senior
Director
-E
mbassy of Japan
Minister of Trade
and Industry
- Glenmorangie
Operations Director
-R
oche Group
CEO
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland
Head of HR
Shared Services
-S
cottish Development
International
Operations Director
-S
eoul University
Professor Lee
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
- Transformation of
Russian business
since 1991 - from
collapse to middle
income
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
22,050
22,050
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/international-business
- Market entry
strategy to developing
countries and
international distributor
management
- Is Scotland an
emerging market?
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MSc in
Management
Good management is central to business success. Without
it, there can be no cohesion, no teamwork, no real sense of
direction. This programme is designed therefore to provide an
insight into the theories and practical skills needed for successful
management and through that a successful business.
It is especially beneficial for those with non-business backgrounds,
perhaps in engineering, sciences, social sciences or the arts. It can
be as equally effective for those yet to begin their career as those
looking to make significant progress in one already begun.
From China
Sujia Zhou, a 2011
MSc in Management
graduate just off
the Royal Mile
against a backdrop
of Edinburghs
Old Town.
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Learning outcomes
Programme features
The programme places a strong emphasis on the
practical skills essential to successful management
careers. As well as core and option courses,
you will participate in tutorials, workshops and
management simulation exercises. This will give you
the opportunity to go beyond purely theoretical
knowledge to gain a more practical understanding
of real life management problems. It will also
provide invaluable opportunities to engage in
teamwork and problem solving strategies.
Recent graduate
recruiters:
- AEGON
- LIDL
-R
oyal Bank of
Scotland
- Baillie Gifford
- The Civil Service
- Germany Travel
- Goldman Sachs
- Morgan Stanley
- PriceWaterhouse
Coopers
- Standard Life
- UBS
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MSc in Management
Programme Structure
Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
10 September - 21 December
14 January - 24 May
1 June - 29 August
Induction
Corporate Strategy
Methods of Research
Change Management
Option course
Dissertation
Option course
Marketing Management
Services Management
Organisational Behaviour
Stanford Executive
Briefings (no credits)
Green Entrepreneurship
Family Business Management
Core elective
Option course
Case Study
Emma Tessier
MSc in Management, 2011 graduate
do a presentation. Academically
that was the most fun day.
Im doing my dissertation
project on a lack of women in
the boardroom and why that
is. Its very interesting so far.
The School building is
wonderful; the caf is really
good for socialising. I like how
postgraduate students have
their own little workspace.
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Assessment
Core courses
The MSc in Management is designed to ensure
that students will have an insight in all the key
areas of management so there is a major focus
is on the core courses. The six core electives and
the core course are the foundation on which the
whole MSc is built. Learning is achieved through
lectures, set reading, exercises and case studies.
Option courses
This is your MSc. And this is where you tailor your
studies towards your career interests. From a wide
range of option courses, you have the opportunity
to choose two. These options are reviewed
every year, ensuring that each option is of direct
relevance to the needs of todays businesses.
Dissertation
The conclusion of the MSc brings all of the years
learning together in a piece of work unique to each
student. Taking inspiration from the information
and insights you have gained, you agree the
subject matter, in discussion with faculty, and set
the research agenda. The subject chosen should
be viewed in light of your own future career plans.
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
- Accenture
Global Head of
Strategy
- AEGON
Head of Strategy
-F
irst ScotRail
Managing Director
- Glenmorangie
Operations Director
-L
loyds TSB
Chief Economist
-R
oche Group
CEO
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland
Head of HR
Shared Services
- Scottish Development
International
Operations Director
- Shell
General Manager of
Oil Market Analysis
- Siemens
Chief Financial Officer
- Tesco
Chairman
- VisitScotland
Head of International
Marketing
- Wolfson
Microelectronics
Co-founder and NonExecutive Director
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
15,850
20,550
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/management
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MSc in Marketing
In times of economic uncertainty and rapid change, organisations
need to respond quickly and deliver marketing strategies that meet
customers needs and that impact on the bottom line. Marketing
professionals are involved in decisions about a product or service
during its lifecycle from development through production, pricing,
distribution and promotion. To make these strategic business decisions
you need to be firmly schooled in the fundamentals of marketing.
From the UK
Greg Russell, a 2011
MSc in Marketing
graduate in
Multrees Walk.
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Learning outcomes
Indicative
graduate roles
-M
arketing Manager/
Director in Private/
Public Sector
- Advertising
Manager In Private/
Public Sector
- Product Manager
-P
roduct Development
Manager
-B
rand Manager/
Brand Development
Manager
- Media Manager
-S
ales Director, Sales
Account Manager
-D
igital Marketing
Manager
-P
ublic Relations
Manager
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MSc in Marketing
Programme Structure
Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
10 September - 21 December
14 January - 24 May
1 June - 29 August
Induction
Principles of Marketing
Management
Option course
Option course
Marketing Research
Option course
Dissertation
Marketing Communications
Marketing Sustainability
Option course
Consumer Behaviour
Key
Core course
Understanding Brands
Option course
Case Study
David Kovacs
MSc in Marketing, 2011 graduate
Im currently working on my
dissertation. My topic is the
difference in communications
strategies between men and
women running for political office.
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Induction
Dissertation
Core courses
-F
irst ScotRail
Managing Director
- Glenmorangie
Operations Director
-L
loyds TSB
Chief Economist
Option courses
This is your MSc. And this is where you tailor your
studies towards your career interests. From a
range of option courses, you have the opportunity
to choose four. These options are reviewed
every year, ensuring that each option is of direct
relevance to the needs of todays businesses.
Assessment
Each course component uses a combination of
formal examination, individual/group assessment
and presentations. The nature of the component
will dictate which form(s) of assessment are used.
- AEGON
Head of Strategy
-R
oche Group
CEO
-R
oyal Bank of
Scotland
Head of HR Shared
Services
- Shell
General Manager of
Oil Market Analysis
- Accenture
Global Head of
Strategy
-S
cottish Development
International
Operations Director
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
- Siemens
Chief Financial Officer
- Tesco
Chairman
- VisitScotland
Head of International
Marketing
- Wolfson
Microelectronics
Co-founder and NonExecutive Director
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
13,150
18,950
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/marketing
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From Malaysia
Dinesh Rajenthiran,
a 2011 MSc in
Marketing and
Business Analysis
graduate at
Exchange Place,
in the heart of
Edinburghs new
financial district.
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Indicative
graduate roles
- Consumer Researcher
- Social Researcher
-M
arketing Fundraiser,
Community
Fundraiser, Digital
Fundraising Manager
- Account Manager
Learning outcomes
-M
arketing Campaign
Analyst
-R
esearch Director
Trend Analyst
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer
10 September - 21 December
14 January - 24 May
1 June - 29 August
Induction
Principles of Marketing
Management
Option course
Option course
Understanding Brands
Marketing Research
Option course
Dissertation
Option course
Marketing Sustainability
Marketing Applications
Choose two of the following:
Credit Risk Management
Problem Solving and Spreadsheet
Modelling Skills
Data Mining
Key
Core course
Option course
*Students choose four option courses, two from the marketing stream and two from the management science stream
**Courses correct at time of print
Case Study
Wei (Kevin) Zhang
MSc in Marketing and Business Analysis,
2011 graduate
business-school.ed.ac.uk
Induction
Assessment
Core courses
The MSc in Marketing and Business Analysis features
four core courses. These are the foundation upon
which the whole MSc is built. All core courses
are studied in Semester 1. Learning is achieved
through lectures, case study and computerbased tutorials, set readings and group work.
Option courses
This is your MSc. And this is where you can
tailor your studies towards your career interests.
From a choice of option courses you have the
opportunity to select four in Semester 2.
Options will be reviewed for each new intake
ensuring that each option is of direct relevance
to the needs of todays businesses.
Dissertation
The conclusion of the MSc brings all of the years
learning together in a piece of work unique to each
student. Taking inspiration from the information
and insights you have gained, you agree the
subject matter, in discussion with faculty, and set
the research agenda. The subject chosen should be
viewed in light of your own future career plans.
Recent speakers
at the Business
School:
- Accenture
Global Head
of Strategy
- AEGON
Head of Strategy
-F
irst ScotRail
Managing Director
- Glenmorangie
Operations Director
-L
loyds TSB
Chief Economist
-R
oche Group
CEO
-R
oyal Bank
of Scotland
Head of HR and
Shared Services
-S
cottish & Newcastle
Chairman of
International Beer
Division
- Scottish Development
International
Operations Director
- Shell
General Manager of
Oil Market Analysis
- Siemens
Chief Financial Officer
- Tesco
Chairman
-V
isit Scotland
Head of International
Marketing
-W
eber Shandwick
Managing Director
- Wolfson
Microelectronics
Co-Founder and NonExecutive Director
Recent talks at
the Business
School:
Fees
Application
Home/EU
Overseas
13,150
18,950
business-school.ed.ac.uk/msc/marketing-business-analysis
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Making an application
Applying for your place is a simple
and straightforward process.
Want to find out more?
English language
Educational and
professional experience
The entry requirement is normally an Honours
degree from a good university with an
excellent or very good classification in
accounting, finance or a related discipline and
with some evidence of mathematical ability.
(Our website clarifies international equivalents
to the desired UK 2:1/1st honours degree.)
Work experience is not required. However, relevant
work experience may increase your chances of
acceptance. Conditional offers can be made
whilst a final degree result/language score result
is awaited. Individual programmes may have
slightly different requirements so please visit our
website for the most up to date information.
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