Business and Management Programme

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This course is for graduates wanting to further develop their understanding of a particular subject and carry out research that will lead to an MPhil or PhD.

We provide comprehensive research training through our MA Social Science Research Methods. We also provide support from a supervisory team in areas linked to all our research centres.

These include

* Centre for Individual and Organisational Development
* Facilities Management Graduate Centre
* Centre for International Hospitality Management Research
* Centre for International Tourism Research

Your supervisory team includes a director of studies and a second supervisor with expertise and interest in your research area. However, you do much of the work for a research degree on your own and you need the self-drive and motivation to finish a course of research extending over several years.

Achieving an MPhil or PhD shows your ability to carry out academic research that you can defend as being methodologically justifiable and an original contribution to academic knowledge. It is your demonstration of this ability that determines your suitability for the award.

A doctorate can lead to career advancement in public, private or voluntary organisations, academia or consultancies.

Dependent upon area of study.

Normally a good undergraduate degree and/or relevant postgraduate degree (generally with a dissertation mark of 60 per cent or higher). Some work experience related to the research question you wish to explore would be an advantage.Your application should show that you have an appropriate combination of academic qualifications, professional experience and a well-considered research proposal - this should be of four to six pages in length and clearly set out the justification for undertaking the research.Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. A TOEFL test minimum mark, paper-based 550, computer-based 213, internet-based 79 or an IELTS score of 6.0, is the standard for non-native speakers of English. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test: 79 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.