Retail Management MSc (PGCert PGDip)

Overview

Developed in conjunction with experts from the retail industry, our new Retail Management MSc taps into the UK's wealth of cutting-edge retail expertise. It helps meet the growing demand for the professionalisation of retail management by developing managers with the practical skills and intellectual ability to succeed in this fast-paced and global industry.
The course provides a detailed knowledge of the concepts and processes involved in retailing. It covers both theoretical and practical approaches relevant to best practice in the international retail business.
Subjects covered include retail strategy and internationalisation, retail marketing and branding, customer experience and customer psychology, buying and supply chain logistics, retail technology, innovation and creativity, and retail consultancy. In addition, you will learn business skills such as budgeting, problem solving, consultancy skills, and managing groups and teams.
The skills and knowledge gained on the programme will make you a highly valuable resource in the retail sector. The expertise acquired from studying in the UK is highly transferrable internationally.

Course duration
Full-time: 13 months
Course content

Areas of study

This course has eight core modules which are delivered over the autumn, spring and summer terms. At the end of the summer term you can choose to undertake either a three-month research project or a six-month work placement. Work placements involve employer-based organisational problem solving and a work placement report.

Syllabus

Autumn term
- Moving to Masters (induction)
- Retail Marketing and Branding
- Accounting for Managers
Spring term
- Customer Experience, Consumer Psychology and Store Operations
- Buying and Supply Chain Logistics
- Research Methods
Summer term
- Retail Strategy and Internationalisation
- Managing Organisational Behaviour
Plus one option from:
- Retail Technology
- Innovation and Creativity
- Retail Consultancy
- Choice of a research project or a work placement
Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements
individual offers may vary
For non-native speakers of English:
In order to benefit from, contribute to and enjoy the course, a good command of spoken and written English language is required. If English is not your first language, you will need English language proficiency equivalent to an overall IELTS score of at least 6.5, with 6 in the written test.
Degree and/or experience:
Normally a good honours degree or equivalent is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements then please contact us.
International students who need help meeting the academic entry requirements should contact our International College.
Location

Location Moulsecoomb
Career opportunities

Many areas of the retail industry are expanding fast (for example, the online retailer Amazon grew by 40 per cent in 2010) creating a global demand for highly skilled retail managers able to think strategically with a global perspective.
Retail Management MSc graduates will find career opportunities in a wide range of service/business environments, both in the UK and overseas. The course will develop your analytical skills, enabling you to make sound decisions throughout your career.
It has been designed for professionals looking to develop successful careers in buying, merchandising, marketing, warehouse and logistics management, store management or management consultancy.
All students have access to a range of services offered by our careers service, including CV checking and mock interviews.

Visit the careers centre website.
Fees and costs

The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.

The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.

To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.

Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

Retail Management (MSc) (Full time) [J1BH036]

UK/EU (Full Time) 6,120 GBP
Island Students (Full Time) 7,700 GBP
International (Full Time) 11,000 GBP
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UK leading the way

The UK retail sector is one of the world's most competitive and innovative industries, with firms such as Tesco, Marks & Spencer and Boots amongst the world's top performing companies. UK retail sales are around £300bn, the 3rd largest in the world, after the USA and Japan. The sector is constantly evolving and considerable opportunities exist for innovators.

The expertise acquired from studying in the UK is highly transferrable internationally.

Teaching excellence

Our Retail Management MSc lecturing team has many years' experience in the delivery of high quality education and combines strong industrial experience with current research activity.

The high academic calibre of our staff and varied backgrounds of our students help create a rich and diverse learning environment.

You will be taught through a combination of case study discussions, team working, business games and practical work in computer labs. The course makes extensive use of our online learning environment. Assessment is by a combination of individual course work, group course work and examination.

Real-world experience

An exciting part of your studies with us is the opportunity to gain valuable experience through a six-month paid industrial placement. University of Brighton students have undertaken work placements with key players in the retail sector, such as Tesco, Waitrose, John Lewis Partnership, Harrods, Debenhams and Arcadias. You can choose to produce a research project as an alternative to the work placement.

Why Brighton Business School?

The Business School at the University of Brighton has a postgraduate community of around 600 students from a diverse range of backgrounds whose learning experience is enriched by the high quality of our research.

The latest Research Assessment Exercise (2008) ranked us in the top 15 UK business schools in terms of world-leading research outputs. Our postgraduate programmes reflect the research that is being undertaken.

Our equipment includes lecture theatres equipped with the latest audio-visual equipment and over 100 hot desks with high-speed internet access. Once at the university you will have access to a range of services including a modern library, comprehensive careers and personal support, and opportunities to volunteer or take part in sport.
International students

Brighton Business School is a truly international place to study.

You will be supported from the moment you start with us. This includes:
- a free orientation programme
- a free pickup from Heathrow or Gatwick airport
- guaranteed accommodation in your first year
- a range of scholarships and bursaries
- a team of support staff to assist you, including a personal tutor.
For more details on support for international students

Your level of English

The level of English you need depends on the course. The details are included in the course information, but for more general information read our information on English language requirements.

However, we provide a number of ways to improve your English before you start your course, and free English language support you while you are studying.

Meeting entry requirements

We can help you meet our academic entry requirements if your qualifications are not the correct level to study at university in the UK. The preparation courses at the University of Brighton’s International College have been specially designed to help international students to progress to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree course at the university.

More about our university preparation courses
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You should not apply unless you can meet all the entry requirements for this course. Please contact the course team before applying if you are unsure about any of the specific entry requirements.

Entry requirements
For non-native speakers of English:
In order to benefit from, contribute to and enjoy the course, a good command of spoken and written English language is required. If English is not your first language, you will need English language proficiency equivalent to an overall IELTS score of at least 6.5, with 6 in the written test.
Degree and/or experience:
Normally a good honours degree or equivalent is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements then please contact us.
International students who need help meeting the academic entry requirements should contact our International College.
- Retail Management (MSc) (Full time)