COURSE CURRICULUM

The MSc International Management and Leadership at Queen Margaret University is a flexible postgraduate programme designed for both professionals seeking to enhance their business expertise and graduates with little or no previous business background who wish to develop management and leadership skills. Available on a full-time or part-time basis, the course prepares students to become effective leaders in today's rapidly changing global business environment. It addresses contemporary business challenges such as recruitment, international trade issues, market volatility, data analysis, artificial intelligence, productivity, and strategic decision-making. Students learn how to research, analyse, and interpret complex information while developing the skills needed to manage organisations and lead people effectively. The programme uses student-centred teaching with small class sizes, offering a supportive learning environment and practical, hands-on experiences that help students build confidence and professional capabilities. A flexible curriculum allows students to tailor their studies to their career goals, including the opportunity to participate in a Business Incubation Programme where they can develop their own start-up business or social enterprise with support from mentors and enterprise specialists. Strong industry engagement is a key feature of the course, with guest lectures, networking opportunities, and collaborations with organisations such as Diageo and Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian, providing valuable industry insights and connections. The programme also benefits from professional recognition through links with the Chartered Association of Business Schools and the Chartered Management Institute. Emphasising sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical leadership, the course prepares graduates for careers in management, leadership, entrepreneurship, and international business while equipping them with the practical knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in a dynamic global economy.