Business and Management MSc - Frequently Asked Questions

For the online business management MSc course, you should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or an international equivalent. 

If you don’t meet the requirements above but you can demonstrate significant professional experience in a related field, you may still be eligible.

If you are an international applicant, you may also need to provide evidence of your English language ability, for example holding a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component or an approved equivalent.

A degree in business and management is definitely worth it for advancing in your career and for landing the highest paying business jobs. Over the duration of your online MSc course you’ll build on any existing business and management experience you have to earn a qualification that will boost your career profile and maximise your salary potential. 

You’ll study a range of modules handpicked to give you the practical skills and theoretical knowledge you need to reach your leadership potential - including Strategic Marketing, Business Analytics, Digital Entrepreneurship, and Leadership for Responsible Change. In each, we’ll support you to apply the theories you learn to real world situations, and tailor your projects and assessments, including your final Business Management Masters-level thesis, to your current role or any you aspire to - helping you to step up and stand out, even before graduation. 

Throughout, you’ll hone your understanding of the ethical and cultural contexts that international businesses operate in. You’ll be equipped with a range of key employability and transferable skills too, such as critical self-awareness, business analysis and Masters level research capabilities. 

By the time you finish the online MSc course, you’ll have everything you need to achieve your professional goals - whether that’s to kickstart your commercial career, start your own business or become a senior leader in your existing organisation.

You’ll be able to finish our Business and Management Masters degree online in around two years, part time. However, the distance learning business course is designed to be as flexible as possible and you’ll have the freedom to pause your studies if you need to. No matter what, you’ll be able to study whenever and wherever it suits you, while still having access to our great teaching and online facilities.

The Business and Management course is designed to be studied completely online - there will be no need to come to campus.  

As a distance learning student, you will have access to quality teaching and research facilities, just as you would on campus, while being free to study whenever and wherever you want. Study your online business MSc course, your way.

There is no difference between the qualification you receive on our distance learning Masters in Business Management course and any equivalent qualification which you might study on campus. You’ll be taught by tutors with years of experience in business and management, who also teach our on campus courses. They’ll help you to gain the skills needed to lead in an ever-changing world.

For each module in the Masters in Business Management, you’ll have regular virtual assessments to help you keep on track. The format of these will vary but they will all be submitted through Blackboard Ultra, our eLearning portal. 

Throughout, you will be encouraged to tailor your assessments to your current role, helping you to apply theory to practice and benefit from your new knowledge, even before graduation.

The recommended study time for the online business course is 15 hours a week, so it's ideal for busy working professionals. Plus, our distance learning delivery and flexible learning model means you’ll be able to balance your studies alongside any existing commitment – no need for a career break or to disrupt your personal life.

It is vital that you have regular internet access throughout your course to access Blackboard Ultra, our e-learning portal. This platform contains your online learning materials, in-course communication tools, advice and support services. 

The recommended computer operating systems are:

• Windows 7 or newer
• Mac OSX 10.6 or newer
• Linux – chromeOS
• Mobile – iOS 7 or newer/Android 4.2 or newer

The best online business courses in the UK will find opportunities for you to network with your peers. As a distance learning student at Northumbria you’ll be part of a supportive, engaging community. In each module, you’ll participate in webinars with tutors, group discussions with other students and more. Throughout, your online MSc course leader will be available to assist you with your studies and any academic questions. 

You’ll also be assigned a Student Success Advisor, who will be there to support you from day one to graduation. Whether you need pastoral guidance, help meeting deadlines or advice about fees, they’ll be on hand at every step. 

Applying for our Business and Management MSc is easy and quick, and you can apply online on our course page for our intakes in January, April, July or October. A personal Enrolment Advisor will be with you at every step of the way, in case you have any questions about your application.

• A copy of your qualification certificate or transcript (if this was awarded in a language other than English, you’ll need an official translation too)
• A photocopy of your driving licence, passport or other proof of identity
• A 500 word personal statement (this could cover why you wish to do the course, what you think you could bring to it and why you would like to study with Northumbria University)
• Proof of your English Language proficiency if English is your second language 

After receiving your application, our Admissions Team will aim to respond to you as soon as possible.

If you're wondering what you should consider when applying for a business Masters course or unsure about whether you meet the requirements, speak to our admissions team on 0191 276 4874 or email DLstudentenquiries@northumbria.ac.uk.

If you're wondering how much it costs to study a business and management Masters degree in the UK, it might be less expensive at Northumbria than you expect.

The full online MSc course fees for UK, EU and international students for the academic year 2022/2023 is £8,400*.

No matter when you start, you’ll be able to pay your fees in module by module instalments, spreading the cost out over the duration of your course. 

For more information about this, plus any financial support you may be entitled to, please contact our Enrolment Team on (+44) 191 276 4874 or at dlstudentenquiries@northumbria.ac.uk.

*Please note, fees are reviewed regularly and may be subject to change. After the point of enquiry, you will be notified of any changes by our Enrolment Team