Online MSc in Innovation, Leadership and Management
Credits:
180
180
Two years, part-time
£10,680
£10,680
100% online MSc in 24 months
World-class Russell Group member
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Pay-per-module
Total programme cost: £10,680
Ranked 18th in UK for Business and Management Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)
Next start: 10 March 2025
Develop your skills and become an innovative leader
Organisational leaders are required to respond to the rapidly changing external environment and develop innovative solutions to complex problems. The 100% online MSc Innovation, Leadership and Management is designed to foster strategic thinking by drawing on proven leadership tools to make innovative vision an operational reality. This cross-disciplinary postgraduate programme has a particular focus on innovation and change management, while also supporting development in broader management disciplines.
Taught through an innovative online learning environment, you will connect with fellow students across the globe and share your own experiences to boost your professional development whilst building your international network. With six start dates a year, you’re not restricted to the traditional academic year and can begin your postgraduate study within weeks.
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In this Masters programme, you’ll develop three distinct skills required for innovation in leadership:
- Critical approach to problem-solving.
- Effective communication skills.
- Insight into your own professional development.
Advancing your career
These three skills are vital for professional adaptability and employability across industries, functions and roles. As a graduate of this postgraduate course, you’ll be prepared for positions in a full spectrum of industries including computing, engineering, finance, legal services, management consultancy and not-for-profit. You will also benefit throughout your career from the ethical, socially responsible and international themes that underpin all our programme content.
Why York?
- Member of the elite Russell Group of major research-intensive universities
- Over 20,000 students and 4,000 staff from 150 countries
- Ranked joint 10th in the UK for research quality (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
- 17th overall in the Complete University Guide 2025
- University of the Year shortlisted (Times Higher Education Awards 2023)
- Top 150 in Times Higher Education's World University Rankings 2024
- University of the Year shortlisted (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022)
- Top 100 for 'International Outlook' (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024)
Entry requirements for home and international students:
You should normally have, or be about to complete, a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification). Alternatively, we would accept a Masters degree (or equivalent).
If you earned your undergraduate degree outside of the UK, you should check that it is equivalent to a 2:2. Our country-specific pages can help you to find out. Your degree can be in any subject, though knowledge of relevant areas will be beneficial, including:
- Management or business studies
- Finance or accounting
- Economics
- Other subject areas/joint degrees with substantial modules in management, finance/accounting or economics (e.g. economics and quantitative methods)
- Applicants with experience in a managerial role without the specified academic qualification may be considered in exceptional circumstances
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.5, with a minimum of 6.5 in Writing and no less than 6.0 in all other components
- TOEFL IBT (internet-based and special home edition): 87, with a minimum of 23 in Writing and a minimum of 21 in all other components
- Trinity ISE: Level 3 with Merit in all components
- PTE Academic: 61, with a minimum of 61 in Writing and no less than 55 in all other components
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) and Cambridge Proficiency (CPE): 176, with a minimum of 176 in Writing and no less than 169 in all other components
- GCSE: B / 6 or above
- Duolingo: 120, minimum 120 in production and 105 in all other components
- LanguageCert B2 Communicator: Pass with 33/50 in all other components
- LanguageCert Academic: 70 with a minimum of 70 in Writing and no less than 65 in all other components
- KITE: 459-494, with 459-494 in writing and 426-458 in all other components
- Skills for English: B2: Merit overall, with Merit in writing and Pass with Merit in all other components
- Oxford ELLT: 7 with a minimum of 7 in writing and 6 in all other components
You need to have completed the test within two and a half years of the start date of your programme. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test.
You will not need to provide evidence of your English language abilities:
- If you're from a specified majority English-speaking country
- If you've completed a degree in English in a specified country within seven years of your intended start date
Modules
Practising Strategy (15 credits)
Underpinning the programme, this module introduces key concepts and techniques in innovation and business leadership, and management in public, private and third-sector organisations. You will learn to apply theories of strategic management in their practice.
Operations Management (15 credits)
This module explores the nature of operations management and its impact on competitiveness, through examination of operations strategy; process and product design; quality, performance and supply chain management; and project management.
Finance for Business (15 credits)
Finance for Business aims to equip non-financial managers with core tools and techniques to be able to analyse financial performance, evaluate alternative sources of finance, explore different financial investment appraisal tools and evaluate the utility of financial information during decision making.
Leading and Managing People (15 credits)
This module aims to provide a comprehensive review of the theory and practice of organisational behaviour and HR management, including leadership, team dynamics and culture, recruitment and selection, rewards, and diversity and ethics in the workplace.
Essentials of Marketing and Ethics in Global Business (15 credits)
Long-term customer and stakeholder relationships underpin business success. This module examines the role of marketing and ethical behaviour in creating that success, in the image of an organisation and the communication of brand. You will explore these concepts and practices across all business sectors and develop practical skills in writing a global marketing plan.
Leading Change, Managing Continuity (15 credits)
Change need not be disruptive. An understanding of the theories of change management and leadership can help shape business success. This module introduces a more sophisticated understanding of organisational change, encompassing social, political, economic and ethical drivers and barriers.
Entrepreneurial Leadership (15 credits)
Becoming an entrepreneurial leader is essential to business success for start-ups and existing companies, large corporations, family businesses and social enterprises. This module examines entrepreneurship and leadership throughout a business’s life to engender success and improve working lives.
Innovation Management (15 credits)
Innovation is important both strategically and operationally within organisations. This module explores alternative perspectives on the theories and practice of managing innovation. You will learn to investigate and select the optimum approaches for different businesses across a range of industries.
Research Methods (15 credits)
This module introduces a range of research methods and types of research projects. You will learn how to formulate a research question and to find answers using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
Research Proposal (15 credits)
This module is a chance for you to plan independent research into either a current issue in management practice or a more theoretical problem. You will analyse relevant literature, develop a research plan and identify any ethical issues associated with your chosen topic.
Independent Research Project (30 credits)
By undertaking a longer piece of sustained research, reflection and writing, you will demonstrate: critical analytical skills; the ability to gather and synthesise data and literature from a range of sources; and subject-specific knowledge. This will draw upon skills and knowledge acquired through your whole degree, including self and time management. You’ll work under the guidance of a personal supervisor with expertise in the subject you’re studying. They’ll help you develop research questions and identify methods and theories to investigate and analyse your topic.