Management

Management is the study and practice of how organisations are led, how decisions are made within them, and how people, resources, and processes are coordinated to achieve goals. Whether in a small business, a large corporation, a public sector body, or a charity, effective management is what determines whether an organisation succeeds or fails, and developing the knowledge and skills to manage well is one of the most practical and widely valued things a university education can provide.

At Birkbeck you will be introduced to the core functions of management, including strategy, organisational behaviour, operations, marketing, finance, and human resource management, and you will develop the analytical and practical skills that employers look for across a wide range of sectors. The programme is designed to give you the knowledge to understand how different organisations work and the flexibility to identify the areas you wish to specialise in as your studies progress. Employability is central to the curriculum, with teaching grounded in current business practice and assessment designed to develop skills that can be applied immediately in professional life.

Birkbeck's London location gives you access to one of the world's most dynamic business environments.

Management is one of the broadest graduate degrees in terms of career destinations. Graduates move into roles in general management, consultancy, marketing, human resources, operations, entrepreneurship, and the public and voluntary sectors. The skills developed, including analytical thinking, communication, leadership, and problem-solving, are transferable across almost any professional context.

Those who want to develop their qualifications further can pursue postgraduate study including an MBA or specialist master's in areas such as marketing, HR, or finance.