University of Bath, School of Management Masters Degrees

* Why choose Bath?

The University of Bath School of Management is one of the oldest established business schools in the UK. We have consistently achieved both top research and teaching ratings in the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) assessments and we are dedicated to integrating high quality teaching with innovative research in order to gain maximum benefit for our students.

* Highly ranked

The School is frequently recognised in external rankings: we are ranked 1st for Business (Sunday Times University Guide 2013), 1st for Accounting and Finance (Times Good University Guide 2013) and 1st for Graduate Jobs. The Bath MBA is continually ranked as one of the top programmes in the world (Financial Times and Economist Intelligence Unit's Which MBA?).

* EQUIS and AMBA accreditation

Bath is one of a select number of international business schools who has been accredited by EQUIS, the European Foundation for Management Development's (EFMD) quality inspectorate. The Bath MBA Bath has been fully accredited since 1976 by the Association of MBAs (AMBA). Accreditation by AMBA is the acknowledged hallmark of quality and professionalism in MBA provision.

* World-class faculty and research

Bath's credentials stem from our world-class teaching faculty who are involved in leading-edge research. This means that all taught programmes benefit from the work of our academics. Our students are able to test ideas in a stimulating and intellectually challenging environment, gaining the latest thinking from researchers at the cutting edge of their fields of interest.

* World-class theory, world-class practice

With more and more people graduating with a first degree, it is more important than ever to differentiate yourself with a postgraduate qualification. Whilst the vocational benefits of gaining a business or management degree are well known, employers are increasingly looking for graduates who have the necessary skills to perform well in the workplace. What distinguishes Bath from other institutions is the relevance of our courses to the needs of potential employers. The School has links with over 150 blue-chip organisations who help to ensure students' learning is enhanced by real world case studies and applied learning. As a result our graduates are highly sought after.

* State-of-the-art facilities

The University's 200-acre modern campus combines excellent facilities and green space. Bath has one of the few libraries in the UK that is open 24 hours a day during semester time. The University's Sports Training Village offers some of the best sporting facilities in the country and a number of Olympic athletes train on campus, facilities include: floodlit 8-lane athletics track, 50m swimming pool, 18 tennis courts, fitness and conditioning suite, multi-purpose hall (12 badminton courts), judo dojo, 8 fencing pistes, 16 station air pistol range, a bobsleigh/ skeleton push track, and extensive rugby and football pitches. For international students the University has its own International Office which provides support and assistance to the international community of scholars on campus.

* Excellent job prospects and support

Ranked 1st for Graduate Jobs (Sunday Times University Guide 2013), Bath students have an excellent track record for getting jobs. According to the most recent employment statistics, 86 percent of UK and EU Bath MSc in Management students were in employment six months post-graduation. Statistics show that many who were not in full-time employment were taking time out to travel.

* The best city in England

Frequently voted one of the best cities in England (Guardian and Observer Travel Awards), Bath is one of the most interesting, cosmopolitan and vibrant cities in the UK. It is also the only city in the UK to be included in UNESCO's World Heritage list. It is a spectacularly beautiful city which stands on the River Avon and in the hills of England's West Country. Its striking architecture, the Roman Baths, medieval Abbey and world-famous Georgian squares and sweeping crescents built of honey-colour stone, all combine to make it one of the most remarkable cities in Europe. Bath also offers some of the best shopping and cultural attractions outside London. There is a varied selection of restaurants, café-bars, pubs, clubs, three theatres, cinemas and a wide range of museums. London is approximately one hour and a half from Bath by train and Bristol is about fifteen minutes away. Bristol International airport provides fast access to an ever increasing number of destinations.

* Exceptional programmes

We offer a range of taught Master's programmes:

- MSc in Management

- MSc in Advanced Management Practice

- MSc in Accounting and Finance

- MSc in Finance

- MSc in Finance and Banking

- MSc in Finance and Risk

- MSc in Marketing

- MSc in Innovation and Technology Management

- MSc in International Management

- MSc in Sustainabilty and Management

- MSc in Human Resource Management and Consulting

* After your Masters

You can choose to pursue advanced research in any aspect of management or business on our MPhil/PhD programme. Our range of post-experience programmes include:

- The world-ranked Bath MBA

- Doctor of Business Administration in Higher Education Management

- Engineering Doctorate (EngD)