Management with Business Innovation MSc

1 Years On Campus Masters Program

Birkbeck University of London

Program Overview

The MSc Management with Business Innovation at Birkbeck is perfect if you want to understand how businesses grow, adapt, and thrive in today’s fast-changing world. You’ll get a solid grounding in management theory while diving into the exciting world of innovation, digital technologies, and new business models — ideal for anyone curious about making a real impact in organisations.

Curriculum Structure

Foundations in Management: You’ll start with Principles of Organisation and Management, learning how companies operate, what makes teams work well, and how strategic decisions shape success. It sets the stage for thinking like a manager from day one.
Innovation in Action: Next, modules like Innovation Management, Business Model Innovation, and Managing Emerging Digital Technologies let you explore how companies bring new ideas to life. You’ll see how technology, data, and creative thinking drive change in the modern business world.
Capstone & Strategy: In the final stage, courses such as Strategic Management (Postgraduate), Project Management (Postgraduate), and Research Methods in Management help you pull everything together. You’ll finish with a 12,000-word dissertation, applying your knowledge to real-world business challenges.

Focus areas: management skills, innovation and digital strategy, business model design, project and change management.

Learning outcomes: You’ll gain practical and theoretical skills to manage organisations, drive innovation, analyse business challenges critically, and develop solutions that really work.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Awarded by the University of London, this degree is perfect if you’re aiming for roles in management, consultancy, innovation strategy, or leadership across sectors.

Reputation (employability rankings): Birkbeck is known for its research-led teaching and strong connections to industry, helping graduates stand out in the job market.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Studying the MSc Management with Business Innovation at Birkbeck is more than just lectures and textbooks — it’s about rolling up your sleeves and putting theory into practice. You’ll get hands-on experience through small-group seminars, project work, and a dissertation that lets you tackle real-world business challenges. Along the way, you’ll benefit from Birkbeck’s excellent facilities, digital tools, and expert guidance, all designed to help you build the skills that employers really value. Here’s how you’ll get practical experience:

Library and online resources: Access Birkbeck’s library and e-resources for research, coursework, and keeping up with the latest studies in management and innovation.
Interactive seminars and workshops: Engage in lively discussions, debates, and group exercises that let you test ideas, work with peers, and think critically about management problems.
Project work and dissertation: Apply what you learn to a real or realistic business problem through a 12,000-word dissertation, building strong research, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
Career support: Benefit from Birkbeck’s Careers and Enterprise service, with guidance on CVs, interview preparation, networking, and career pathways in management, consultancy, and innovation.
Learn from leading researchers: Study under faculty who are actively researching management, innovation, and entrepreneurship, ensuring your learning is current and closely connected to real-world business challenges.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Completing the MSc Management with Business Innovation opens doors to a wide range of exciting career paths. Graduates often move into roles like management consultant, business development manager, operations leader, or innovation strategist. Whether you’re aiming to join a large corporation, a start-up, or a non-profit, this degree gives you the practical skills and confidence to make an impact from day one:

Dedicated career support: Birkbeck’s Careers & Enterprise team will help you refine your CV, prepare for interviews, and connect with professional networks to get your career moving.
Strong employability: Graduates can be found in a variety of sectors, from consulting firms to tech start-ups, retail, and logistics — giving you flexibility in choosing a path that fits your interests.
Diverse job options: Possible roles include management consultant, risk manager, systems analyst, retail manager, and logistics or operations manager.
Foundation for leadership: The combination of strategic management and innovation skills positions you for senior roles that require critical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving.
Further study opportunities: If you’re interested in research or academia, the programme provides a strong base for pursuing a PhD in management, innovation, or related fields.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this MSc, you could continue your studies with a PhD in management or business studies at Birkbeck or elsewhere, building on the research and analytical skills you developed. You might also choose to specialise further in areas like digital business, innovation strategy, or entrepreneurship through other postgraduate programmes or executive courses.