A programme built for real-world complexity
Organisations today operate across borders, cultures, technologies and competing priorities. Strategy is shaped by geopolitics. Innovation reshapes markets overnight. Artificial intelligence challenges long-held assumptions about work and value. Sustainable leadership is no longer optional.
The online MSc in Global Management is designed for professionals who want to lead within that complexity, not react to it.
At the University of Bristol, you will not simply study management theory. You will interrogate it. Test it. Apply it. You will explore how leadership, finance, operations, marketing, technology and AI intersect in organisations facing real global pressures. And you will do so as part of an engaged online cohort that brings diverse industries, cultures and perspectives into the discussion.
The programme begins with the global context: geopolitics, sustainable leadership and strategic responsibility. From there, you build capability across innovation and technology management, global marketing and demographic change, supply chain resilience, financial decision-making, and AI in business practice.
Your learning culminates in a substantial Integrated Project, where you will tackle a live organisational challenge through consultancy, research, a new venture proposal or a teaching case. This is where knowledge becomes action and analysis becomes recommendation.
Delivered through a structured asynchronous model, this programme is built for professionals balancing work and wider commitments. Flexible does not mean lightweight. It means rigorous, well-designed learning that respects your time and demands intellectual depth.
By the time you graduate, you will be able to diagnose complex global challenges, integrate technological change responsibly, evaluate financial and operational risk, and lead with clarity in uncertain environments.
What makes this programme unique?
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A globally respected university
Study with world-leading academics at the University of Bristol Business School, recognised for research excellence and international outlook.
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Designed for ambitious professionals
A structured asynchronous online model that allows you to study alongside work and personal commitments without compromising academic rigour.
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Integrated global perspective
Connect geopolitics, sustainability, finance, operations, marketing, innovation and AI into a coherent strategic toolkit.
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Responsible leadership focus
Develop the capability to lead ethically, manage risk and make decisions that stand up to scrutiny in complex global environments.
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Tangible, applied skills
Build practical expertise in financial analysis, operational strategy, digital transformation and innovation management.
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Real organisational impact
Complete a 60-credit Integrated Project grounded in a real business challenge, enabling you to produce actionable, evidence-based recommendations.
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A diverse global cohort
Learn alongside professionals from different sectors and regions, strengthening your ability to collaborate across cultures and perspectives.
Want to know if this programme is a good fit for your career and goals?
Discover our units
Geopolitics, Sustainable Leadership and Strategy
Explore leadership and strategy in a complex and ever-changing global environment. Examine contemporary debates in leadership theory and develop the skills needed to lead change responsibly across international contexts. Apply tangible skills to your workplace.
20 Credits
Management of Technology and Innovation
Develop a critical understanding of organisational learning, creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation management. Examine how knowledge is commercialised responsibly and how innovation contributes to a sustainable and inclusive economy.
20 Credits
Global Marketing
in the Age of AI
Analyse how digital transformation, the rise of artificial intelligence, and shifting societal expectations reshape marketing strategy. You will learn how to evaluate ethical, sustainable and socially responsible approaches to global marketing.
20 Credits
Global Supply Chain Operations
20 Credits
Understand how global supply chains operate and how resilience, sustainability and operational strategy contribute to competitive advantage. Evaluate how disruptions affect organisations and develop the ability to diagnose operational weaknesses and propose strategic improvements.
Global Finance
20 Credits
Build practical financial skills, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and risk evaluation in a global context. You will gain the confidence to interpret financial information critically and use it to inform strategic decisions that support sustainable organisational growth.
AI in Business Practice
20 Credits
Lead responsible AI adoption within organisations. Explore governance, stakeholder management, organisational readiness and ethical risk in AI deployment. Translate AI from technical possibility into structured and accountable organisational transformation.
Global Management Integrated Project
The Integrated Project is the culmination of your learning journey. You will apply frameworks and research methods to a real organisational challenge, producing a substantial 10,000-word project. Options include:
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Consultancy project for an existing organisation
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New venture business plan
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Academic thesis
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Teaching case development
Demonstrate strategic thinking, applied research capability and advanced professional development.
60 Credits
How it works - FAQs
The MSc Global Management programme is designed to be completed over two years, part time, allowing you to study alongside your professional commitments.
The programme is divided into six terms, with three terms per year. In each term, you will study one 20 credit module, while also progressing your Integrated Project, which runs throughout the duration of the programme.
Each term follows a clear and consistent structure:
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Weeks 1 to 8: Engage with your taught module
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Weeks 9 to 10: Complete and submit your assessment
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Week 11: Take a short break
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Weeks 12 to 15: Focus on your Integrated Project
This structure supports steady progress while maintaining flexibility.
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You should expect to dedicate approximately 15 to 20 hours per week to your studies. This includes engaging with learning materials, participating in activities and completing assessments.
The programme is delivered fully online and primarily asynchronously, meaning you can access materials and complete your work at times that suit you. You will engage with structured weekly content including video lectures, case studies, readings, and applied activities designed around real-world challenges.
Learning is supported through discussion forums and collaborative tasks, alongside guidance from academic staff. This approach allows you to develop knowledge, apply it in practice and learn alongside a global cohort of professionals.
Assessment is designed to reflect real world professional practice rather than traditional exams. You will complete a range of applied assignments such as case analyses, strategic reports, presentations and reflective work, allowing you to demonstrate how you apply knowledge in context.
Assessments are spread throughout each term, with opportunities for formative feedback to support your development. This approach ensures steady progress while building practical skills that are directly relevant to your career.
While programmes vary, a typical week may involve:
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Reviewing structured learning materials
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Reading academic and applied texts
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Contributing to discussion with your cohort
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Working on applied assignments or group tasks
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Reflecting on how concepts apply to your professional context
Most students balance study alongside full-time work, engaging consistently throughout the week.
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The Integrated Project is a 60 credit applied research project that runs across the full programme. You will develop your project in stages, from initial research framing through to final analysis and submission, with ongoing academic support.
There are multiple entry points throughout the year, typically in September, January and May, allowing you to begin your studies at a time that suits you.
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Who is this programme for?
This programme is designed for ambitious professionals who want to strengthen their strategic influence in complex, global environments.
You may be:
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An early to mid-career manager preparing for senior leadership
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A specialist looking to broaden into cross-functional or international roles
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A consultant seeking stronger theoretical grounding for strategic advice
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A professional navigating digital transformation, AI integration or global expansion
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An entrepreneur building ventures across international markets
Wherever you are starting from, the programme is built to deepen your judgement, sharpen your analysis and expand your ability to lead responsibly in uncertain conditions.
Career outcomes
The MSc Global Management equips you with integrated expertise across strategy, finance, operations, innovation, marketing and AI. This breadth, combined with the applied Capstone Project, prepares you for roles that require cross-functional leadership and global awareness.
Graduates may progress into roles such as:
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Strategy Manager or Director
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International Business Manager
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Operations or Supply Chain Leader
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Finance or Performance Manager
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Digital Transformation or AI Programme Lead
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship Lead
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Management Consultant
The programme is particularly valuable for professionals moving into:
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Senior management or board-level advisory roles
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Global or regional leadership positions
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Roles with responsibility for managing complexity across markets and cultures
My degree has helped me greatly in acquiring new knowledge and skills, and in obtaining more job opportunities.
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World-leading research
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The University of Bristol is ranked fifth for research in the UK (Times Higher Education).
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94% of our research assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent.
Entry requirements
There are two main entry pathways for the MSc Global Management:
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An Honours degree at 2:1 level (or international equivalent); or
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A minimum of three years of professional work experience in a relevant field
We encourage applicants who believe they can demonstrate readiness for postgraduate study to apply.
To complete your application, you will be asked to provide:
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Bachelor’s degree certificate or academic transcripts, where applicable
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Personal identification documents such as a passport or official ID
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A personal statement of approximately 300 to 500 words, and or a short video outlining your motivation for study
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Proof of English language proficiency, where applicable (see below)
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A CV, résumé or LinkedIn profile for applicants applying through the professional experience route
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you must demonstrate that you meet the University’s English language standards.
English proficiency may be evidenced through:
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Previous education conducted in English
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Professional experience conducted in English
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Recognised English language qualifications, where required
All evidence is assessed in line with institutional standards aligned to CEFR B2–C1. English language screening forms part of the recruitment and enrolment process.
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Flexible and competitive tuition fees
Full programme tuition:
£17,990
Tuition fees
The total tuition fee for our online programmes is £17,990.
Fees are paid in six equal instalments of £2,998, scheduled every four months over the two-year duration of the programme.
Alumni discount
University of Bristol students and graduates can benefit from a 25% reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study. Check your eligibility for an alumni discount.
Flexible payment options
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Students can make payments toward their balance at any time.
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The outstanding balance can be viewed at any point via the student portal.
If you would like to discuss tuition fees or financing in more detail, we invite you to book a call with our team for tailored advice.
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