Department of Management

The Strathclyde MSc in Business and Management.

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General Information about our MBM

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Postgraduate Diploma/MSc

You may initially decide that you do not wish to study for the full year, in which case, you may apply for the Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Management. The Diploma part of the programme consists of stages 1 and 2 and takes nine months to complete. Stage 3 leads to the award of the MSc in Business and Management which entails the non­credit class in project methodology and the individual project worth 30 credits. Performance in the formal examinations and coursework assignments in stages 1 and 2 of the Diploma (irrespective of whether you are registered for the Postgraduate Diploma or MSc) govern progress towards the MSc. In this way, students registered for the Diploma may transfer to the MSc programme. Conversely, students registered for the MSc, but who do not reach the requisite performance standards, may be transferred to the Diploma track. Top of page

Teaching Methods

At SBS we do not believe in "chalk and talk" our teaching methods are varied and highly interactive. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, case studies, role play exercises and use of computer laboratories. Computers and software packages are similar to those in common business use.

The Strathclyde MBM attracts a very international student body, so we maximise your opportunity to learn from each other, as well as from our academic team.

Assessment

Assessment involves a combination of coursework, examinations, group work and presentations. Top of page

How much does it cost ?

As a guide tuition fees for the session
2005/2006 were £10,500. Fees are reviewed annually and are expected to increase each year at least in line with inflation. Top of page

Accommodation

The University has a large student village with a variety of accommodation both on­campus and nearby. All successful applicants for this programme will be sent on­campus accommodation details. Top of page

How do I pay?

If you are paying your own fees you might wish to take advantage of the installments scheme. The University places a 4 per cent administration charge on installment schemes. Please contact the graduate admissions office for further details.

Sponsoring companies are asked to pay tuition fees at the beginning of the academic year.

Additional costs

Students should budget approximately £400 for text books.

Career development loans

Career development loans of between £300 and £8,000 are available for up to 80 per cent of the course fees, plus full cost of books and materials.  Further details are available from the graduate admissions office. Freephone 0800 66 1966 (UK only), +44 141 553 6118/9. http://www.lifelonglearning.co.uk Top of page

When does it begin ?

The next intake for the Strathclyde MBM is late September 2005. Our admissions team will confirm the exact starting date, on application. Top of page

Computer access

While those attending SBS will be able to make use of the University's computing facilities, it is strongly recommended that you have your own personal computer. A suitable computer costs around £800 and a printer around £250. Our IT department will be happy to advise you on purchases. Top of page