Risk Management

The MSc Risk Management programme at Glasgow Caledonian University is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to effectively identify, assess, and mitigate risks across various industries. This versatile programme covers essential aspects of risk analysis, financial risk management, operational risk, and strategic decision-making, preparing graduates to navigate the complexities of modern risk environments. Throughout the course, students will explore theoretical frameworks and develop applied competencies through case studies, simulations, and real-world projects. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of risk governance, compliance, and ethical considerations, ensuring graduates are capable of implementing effective risk management strategies in diverse organizational settings. Delivered by experienced academics and industry professionals, the programme fosters critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills necessary for leadership roles in risk-related fields. The MSc Risk Management is suitable for individuals aspiring to work in finance, insurance, consulting, or any sector where risk assessment plays a vital role. With a strong focus on contemporary challenges such as cybersecurity threats, climate change, and financial market volatility, the programme prepares students to address current and future risks. Students will benefit from opportunities for internships, networking events, and collaboration with industry partners, enhancing their employability upon graduation. Whether seeking to advance within their current careers or undertake a strategic transition into risk management, graduates will leave equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions, develop resilient strategies, and contribute meaningfully to organizational success. The programme's flexible online and on-campus options allow students to study in a way that best suits their lifestyle and commitments. Upon successful completion, graduates will be awarded an MSc degree, recognized globally for its academic rigor and relevance in the modern risk landscape.

Detailed Course Facts

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Course Content

Year 1: The first year is a foundation level, developing knowledge of fundamental principles and practice of the construction industry.

Year 2: You will focus on discipline-specific skills. Core Construction Management skills will be taught to generate further understanding of how buildings are constructed and perform in use.

Year 3: Trimester A will consist of your industrial placement, where you will learn how to apply your knowledge in a work scenario. Trimester B will further your understanding of core skills in Construction Management and construction.

Year 4: You will undertake an Honours dissertation on a related subject topic of your choice and further your study from a choice of subjects including Commercial Management, Project Management, Facilities Management and Sustainable Construction.

Work placement: Work placements, completed in Year 3, can be completed both in Scotland and abroad.

Exchange: Study exchange opportunities exist with partner institutions overseas.

Assessment: Various assessment methods are used, including written coursework, unseen examinations and time-constrained tests.

Assessment Methods

A unique element of our course, which is mainly assessed through our students’ coursework, is the Construction Engineering and Structures module, a practical four day insert undertaken at the National Construction College Scotland.

As well as industrial site visits as part of their construction technology modules, our students also have the opportunity to take part in a European study tour, which in 2012 involved our students going to Barcelona.

Teaching Methods

Between the end of Level Two and the beginning of Level Three, our students have the chance to undertake a seven month work placement programme. Many of our students who do so find employment in these organisations when they finish their programme of study with us. Our students are prepared for a role in ‘setting out’ through the use of some surveying based equipment.
We have strong links with industry and keep our course relevant to industry’s requirements, by inviting guests and former students to lecture our current cohort. We also have strong links with professional bodies who illustrate to our students the value and recognition achieved by becoming chartered.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 CAE score : 60(Grade C)

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Requirements

Higher: ABBB or equivalent, A Level: BBC (370 UCAS points required for direct entry to level 2), ILC: ABBB, IB Diploma: 24 points.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Glasgow Caledonian University.

Accreditation

The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).