Why study Management
Why study Management at the University of Aberdeen Business School?
Excellence in teaching & research
Teaching is conducted at undergraduate (MA in Management Studies and MA in Entrepreneurship) and Masters (MBA and MSc levels), with an expanding PhD research programme. Lecturing staff are actively involved in research, regularly presenting academic papers at conferences throughout the world. This means that you will be taught by experts and experience a curriculum which features interesting and relevant empirical research combined with practical insights.
Critical approach
Our research-led curriculum encourages critical analysis and debate on contemporary management issues. Our objective is to develop students so that they are fully capable of analysing and deciding how to deal with a range of different organisational scenarios in the most effective and efficient manner possible.
Variety
We offer a range of different methods of teaching and learning including tutorials, lectures, essays, case study analysis, group-work, dissertations, management simulations, presentations and many more.
Choice and flexibility
A broad and balanced approach to management is offered at the University of Aberdeen Business School. In addition to core management courses, you can chose from a wide range of management and non-management options as part of your degree programme. Both single and joint honours degree programmes in management are offered.
Study Abroad
You have the option to complete one year of your Management degree abroad at leading universities, for example, in Europe, the US, Canada, Hong Kong and Japan.
Career opportunities
We have excellent contacts with a large range of employers from different sectors which are maintained through various research projects, guest lectureships and in-house seminar series. We can also provide advice and assistance with all aspects of the selection process and various graduate trainee schemes via our Careers Service.
Traditional University set within a unique location
For 500 years the University of Aberdeen has been outstanding in scholarship. With a population approaching 250,000, Aberdeen is big enough to provide all the advantages of city life, yet compact enough to enjoy the more intimate atmosphere usually associated with small towns. In addition, Aberdeen caters for a wide range of tastes in sporting and cultural activities.
Career options with a Management Degree
Graduates may consider a range of different options. These include:
- Marketing
- Human Resources
- Operations & Technology Management
- Management Consultancy / Strategy
- Start ups / Entrepreneurship
- Post-Graduate Education/ Academic Positions
Courses in Management
1st Year Courses
- MICROECONOMICS
- MANAGING PEOPLE AND ORGANISATIONS
- MANAGING OPERATIONS AND PROCESSES
- ACCOUNTING FOR BUSINESS
2nd Year Courses
- MANAGING CUSTOMERS AND MARKETS
- BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
Core 3rd and 4th Year Courses
- ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE
- BUSINESS RESEARCH METHODS
- BUSINESS POLICY
Examples of elective 3rd & 4th year courses
- NEW VENTURE CREATION
- TOOLS FOR DECISION MAKING
- GENDER, WORK AND ORGANISATIONS
- BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
- BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
- INDUSTRIAL DEMOCRACY AND EMPLOYEE PARTICIPATION
- INNOVATION MANAGEMENT
- INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT
- HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
- UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING BEHAVIOUR IN ORGANISATIONS
What our students say.......
"The subject of Organisational Change brought the theory closer to industry, where the introduction of Guest Speakers from various organisations influenced my understanding of the subject!"
"I liked the way you can shape your Management Studies Degree, with the various topics on offer ranging from Economics to Marketing and even to developing your own business ideas!"
"Managing Creativity is more than just thinking outside of the box, it is about breaking the established boundaries of industry norms & pioneering 'real' achievement."
"Management Studies gave me an exciting opportunity to put theory into practice as a working mature student, which helped me to deliver 'real' business results!"
Leigh, 4th year, MA in Management
“The people (staff) made me feel welcome; they answered all my questions and gave me some answers to questions I had not asked!
I am a mature student who has worked as a manager, therefore I wanted to be able to select management studies that expanded my knowledge into new areas AND interested me! Only Aberdeen provided this choice and facilitated flexibility to choose and if required change the portfolio of courses. In fact I have in addition to my management courses studied Scottish Law, Computer Science and Accounting, quite a mix!
It’s subjective I know, but there is also an atmosphere here which is special, hundreds of years’ history blended with leading edge research, young minds with fresh ideas and learned academics from far and wide. It results in a blend that is rare, rich, vibrant and most stimulating and rewarding to be a part of. It’s not just the best whisky that you find in Scotland.”
Lee, 3rd year, MA in Management
“Having been to other places of higher education and having been in different majors I can honestly say that the University of Aberdeen Management Studies has been the best. The support, friendliness and expertise of the staff are amazing. The use of real examples to demonstrate and analyse theory has helped me appreciate and understand the subject more than I'd expected. The professors aren't just book knowledgeable; they have worked in business and use their experience to further my learning.”
Adrienne, 3rd year, MA in Management
“The MA in Management has offered me the chance to study a relevant modern topic in the picturesque surrounding of Aberdeen University. The subject is taught with a hands on approach incorporating current events and news into every lecture developing a greater insight to every topic. The business school staff are easily approachable with any problem or dilemma offering an endless amount of support.”
Elaine, 2nd year, MA in Management |
