School of Business and Management Postgraduate Brochure - Entry 2014

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School of Business and ManagementPostgraduate Study 2014

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Contents

Welcome to the School of Business and Management 5

School highlights 6

Careers 8

Postgraduate taught programmes 10

Joint programmes 22

Modules 26

Modules for joint programmes 38

Research areas 42

Academic staff specialisms 48

Fees and funding 50

London, our location and accommodation 52

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In close proximity to London’s fi nancial centres, the City of London and Canary Wharf

Welcome to the School of Business and Management


Since it was established in 2002, the School of Business and Management has addressed this by rapidly developing a range of specialist masters programmes. As a student here you can expect to undertake programmes that deliver cutting-edge thinking as well as established theories and practice with an international perspective.

The School places strong emphasis on encouraging you to think logically and creatively, with all programmes developing your ability to make relevant critical analyses and evaluations through the investigation of current business issues and management techniques.

Our masters students make vital contributions to the School. As well as benefiting from studying in an intellectually stimulating and research-focused environment, they are able to interact with academic staff who are prominent in their respective fields.

The School of Business and Management strives to unearth the connections between economic, social, political and cultural life and modern business and management forms. Our academics are engaged in high-quality research with particular focus on the relationship between business and society as a whole. Our range of innovative masters programmes draw on the research strengths of our international staff and address a rapid growth of interest in business and management as an academic discipline

Management is a wide-ranging subject that looks at the way organisations and individuals organise themselves to produce goods and services within economic, political, social and technological contexts. There are few areas of 21st Century life that are not touched by it, and a solid understanding of its principles and practices are essential to those who manage our businesses, educational and political institutions now and into the future.

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School highlights• Research and engagement projects involving students

The Think Pod is an interactive collaboration space with presentation recording and video conferencing facilities for postgraduate students; the Innovation Pod provides workspaces for individual learning.

• Research projects involving studentsThe School’s entrepreneurial activities are led by the Business Ecosystems Research Group (BERG). The Group’s research focuses on interorganisational relationships and business networks, particularly on how value is created, distributed and captured across ecosystems surrounding particular projects, technologies, innovations and production processes.

Within its research activities BERG aims to understand innovation and entrepreneurial activities. Based on this, it is a hub for business engagement such as initiatives to support student entrepreneurship activities as well as other entrepreneurial activities in the College. Some of the initial activities involve the following:

Qube Business workspace for student entrepreneurs located in the Bancroft building. It offers meeting space and eleven 27in iMac computers with state of the art media creation and editing software (Final Cut Pro X, Full Adobe Creative Suite, XCODE, Edge), plus business planning and project management software. Qube is managed by BERG and is open to Queen Mary students and alumni. BERG also provides mentoring to the already existing student groups using the Qube.

QConsult and academic mentorshipQConsult is run by QMUL Careers. BERG provides experienced academics to supervise and mentor student projects as part of QConsult, especially if done with outside clients. BERG members also provide problem-solving seminars to all student teams as part of QConsult. It is envisaged that QConsult teams can be used to provide specialist support to entrepreneurs (e.g. in the Qube or elsewhere in the College) with regard to managerial issues (such as business plan writing, market research, commercialisation strategy).

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Current graduate roles include: Accounts Manager • Advertising and Marketing Executive • Business Analyst • Banking Advisor • Human Resource Manager • Lecturer

The skills and knowledge you acquire on our masters programmes will also enable you to pursue further research at doctoral level.

Our links with industry A number of our academics advise industry, public services, government and other organisations such as the BBC, Department of Constitutional Affairs, Trade Union Congress, Equal Opportunities Commission and Arts Council England. Staff draw on this live research and consultancy experience to inform and enrich their teaching, bringing theoretical subjects to life.

Employment prospects

What skills and knowledge will you develop? Besides acquiring an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the subject area, studying for a masters degree at the School of Business and Management will enable you to develop useful transferable skills, such as: • research and analytical skills • logical and critical thinking skills • communication and presentation skills • IT skills • team-working skills • personal effectiveness such as time keeping, time management, prioritisation, and problem solving skills.

Where Business and Management graduates work Your skills and knowledge will be valuable in a wide range of fields, in particular: • advertising, accountancy, banking, branding, consultancy, human resources, journalism, marketing, public relations, public sector management and teaching.

Recent graduates are employed by: Bio Healthcare • Barclays Bank • DeVere & Partners • Deloitte Consulting • Furgutmeflegas (Russia) • Google • HSBC • J P Morgan • Jaguar Landrover • Kantar Worldpanel • KPMG • Lipton’s (Pakistan) • Museum of Vienna • Marks & Spencer • NHS • Bank of Nigeria • Pricewaterhouse Coopers •Proctor and Gamble • Reuters • Standard Chartered • Unilever • UCL • Virgin Media •World Health Organisation (WHO) • Saatchi & Saatchi

Careers



furthered my research and analytical skills which are very important for my present work. Nevertheless, passing the long and tough recruitment process would have been difficult without the valuable support of the people from the career’s services who gave me very professional advices in terms of my CV and interview preparation.

What does your current job involve day-to-day? My position as project and event manager includes a variety of challenging but very interesting tasks. As a junior project manager I participate in the preparation of tender offers under the Better Training for Safer Food programme of the European Commission and I support the Project manager in the full project management cycle. My main responsibilities include communication and negotiations with different stakeholders, preparation of analyses and reports to the European Commission, organisation and on-site coordination of conferences as well as administrative and logistical follow-up in back-office. Perhaps the most interesting but also the most demanding part of my job is going regularly on missions and meetings abroad.

What can current students do to prepare for getting a job in your area? No matter the area in which students would like to pursue a career, I would advise them to be as active as possible and to take part in as many activities as they can. This would develop their intrinsic skills and will help them to make difference at the time of recruitment.

Denitsa Nikolaeva Georgieva MSc Global Business, 2012 Junior Project/Event Manager at Euro Consultants S.A

Why did you choose Queen Mary as your place of study? After doing thorough

research on the different MSc programmes offered by the leading educational institutions in London, Queen Mary resulted to be an easy choice for me – it offered the best mix of core and elective courses that I was looking for. In addition to the programme curriculum, the reputation of the University, the quality of teaching, the University’s central location and large lively campus were among the main decisive factors. Another important reason for which I chose Queen Mary was the staff who displayed great professionalism since the day I started my application. I could immediately realise the friendly and supportive environment that is characteristic of Queen Mary.

How did your time at Queen Mary prepare you for your current job? As a student at Queen Mary I tried to get the most out of my time there which helped me to further many of my skills and personal qualities. As a member of two societies and as a Course Representative I had the chance to meet different people as well as to enhance my communication, presentation and, most of all, interpersonal skills. Thanks to the friendships I made, I learned a great deal about different cultures and distant places which is helping me when organising events with participants from non-EU countries. In addition, coursework, reports and Master’s dissertation

Graduate profile


The School of Business and Management is offering a range of full-time programmes at postgraduate taught programmes level for the academic year commencing September 2014

These are:

• MSc Accounting and Management (N1Q9)

• MSc International Business (N1Q8)

• MSc International Financial Management (N1Q6)

• MSc International Human Resource Management and Employment Relations (N1S3)

• MSc Management (N1P1)

• MSc Management and Organisational Innovation (N1Q1)

• MSc Marketing (N1Q2)

• Masters in Public Administration (N1PA)

• MRes Business and Management (N2Q1)

• PhD in Business and Management

Joint Programmes• MSc Accounting and Finance (jointly

delivered with School of Economics and Finance) (N1S4)

• MSc International Business and Politics (jointly delivered with School of Politics and International Relations) (N1Q5)

TimingThe School’s full-time postgraduate taught programmes begin in September of each year and are of 12 months’ duration. Graduation takes place usually in December following completion of studies.

Programme structure Each programme is made up of 180 credits. This usually equates to:

• Eight taught modules

• A dissertation weighted at four modules or 60 credits.

Taught modules are taken in each semester, and the dissertation is then written for submission at the beginning of September. The dissertation demonstrates your ability to critically and analytically synthesise theories and their practical applications to key issues in your chosen programme.

Assessment Assessment takes the form of coursework essays, assignments, presentations, and examinations. Examinations take place in May and June. Students must achieve an overall pass in the taught element in order to progress to their dissertation which must also be passed for the degree to be awarded.

Postgraduate taught programmes


MSc Accounting and Management (N1Q9)One year full-time

This programme will provide students with a critical understanding of how accounting informs the management of resources in the corporate and non-corporate spheres. It will provide students with innovative analytical and problem solving skills as well as other practical skills for employability.

OverviewThis programme offers specialised, practical and theoretical education in the area of accounting and the management of resources. It is a programme with contemporary relevance and is designed for students who aim to hold a senior career in the corporate and non-corporate spheres of the economy. The course will also equip students with a theoretical and practical knowledge of accounting and its role in recording, influencing and modifying the management of organisation resources in a complex financialised world.

Why study with us?This MSc in Accounting and Management will provide students with an innovative framework for critical investigation. It locates the management of resources within accounting and business models.

The programme is supported by research active academics and practitioners with relevant experience. They will provide an enriched learning experience and enhance your skills development and employability.

Programme outlineCore module: Dissertation

Compulsory modules: Accounting for Business Models • Financial Markets and Institutions • Financial Reporting • Research Methods for Business and Management • Accounting and Value Management • Corporate Finance for Managers.

*Elective modules - two from: Corporate Governance • Contemporary Issues in Accounting • International Accounting • Finance for Development • Multinationals and Global Business • Managerial Economics • Behavioural Finance and Decision Making

Entry requirements• A good upper second class honours degree

or equivalent in any subject.

• Professional experience and expertise will also be taken into consideration and welcomed.

• IELTS 7.0 or equivalent.

Further informationSchool of Business and Management Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 3921 email: [email protected]

* Module electives subject to availability in any given academic year’


Managers • Corporate Governance • Global Governance and International Organisations • Economics of Development • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems • Behaviourial Finance and Decision Making • International Business Strategy • World Economy and Development • Global Supply Chain Management




• I ELTS 7.0 (writing 6.0) or equivalent. For more information on the English language requirements, see www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements


MSc International Financial Management (N1Q6)One year full-time

This programme is designed to provide a critical and research driven study of aspects of financial management, and the changing international context in which they operate, without requiring any specific background knowledge in the field of finance or financial management.

OverviewOn this programme you will develop your ability to apply knowledge and understanding

MSc International Business (N1Q8)One year full-time

By critically exploring the extent and limitations as well as the benefits and risks of globalisation, this programme will enable you to develop a systematic understanding of the globalised environment in which modern businesses and economies must operate.

OverviewOn this programme, you will develop applied knowledge and reasoning in relation to the economics of globalisation and the resulting challenges to business strategy and management. You will cover a broad range of topics, including the international economy, macroeconomic policy and finance, to managerial economics, multinationals and global business – all the while maintaining a focus on the practice of effective research and analytical techniques. You will learn and practise specific research methods and will apply the knowledge you have acquired on the programme in debates and presentations.


Compulsory modules: Quantitative Research Methods • The Global Economy • Managerial Economics • Multinationals and Global Business • International Macroeconomics and Finance • Principles of Accounting and Finance

*Elective modules – one from: Finance for Development • Corporate Finance for



• IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.0) or equivalent. For more information on the English language requirements, see www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements


MSc International Human Resource Management and Employment Relations (N1S3)One year full-time

This programme demonstrates the central importance of professional international human resource management and employment relations to successful and socially responsible businesses in a fluid and changing global context.

OverviewThis programme combines a critical analysis of cutting-edge theoretical debates with the study of practical applications for managing people in an international setting. You will examine topics such as how globalisation impacts on migrant workforces and what this means for people management; how to understand and analyse complex international employment statistics; how to assess and develop fair and rigorous payment systems suitable for multinational corporations; why expatriate employees often return before the end of their assignment and what steps can be taken to improve their experience and performance; and best practice for managing diverse and culturally distinct workforces.

of financial management to complex issues – ranging from innovation in a global marketplace to creative accounting – both systematically and creatively. Without assuming any pre-existing knowledge, the programme will nevertheless take your studies to a high level, and is an ideal preparation for a career in the financial sector or for pursuing more advanced studies.


Compulsory modules: Quantitative Research Methods • Corporate Finance for Managers • International Macroeconomics and Finance •Financial Reporting • Finance for Development • Principles of Accounting and Finance • Financial Markets and Institutions.

*Elective modules – two from: Multinationals and Global Business • Managerial Economics • International Accounting • Corporate Governance • Contemporary Issues in Accounting • Advanced Management Accounting • Global Governance and International Organisations • Economics of Development • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems • Behaviourial Finance and Decision Making • World Economy and Development • Global Supply Chain Management



or equivalent in any subject. Some basic quantitative skills and some elementary prior knowledge of accounting will be an advantage.




MSc Management (N1P9)One year full-time or two years part-time

This Masters in Management combines the core strands of management teaching with a global and inter-disciplinary approach. A distinctive element of this programme is the non-assessed Continued Professional Development module (CPD) which will equip students with practical and professional management skills while enabling students to network with industry professionals and leaders. The programme stresses analytical and problem-solving skills while exposing students to a wide range of issues in business and management in a global environment.

OverviewThis inter-disciplinary programme is designed for those who want to pursue postgraduate learning in business and management but may not necessarily have a relevant background in the field. It provides you with an in-depth understanding of the different fields/disciplines, theories and perspectives within Business and Management in a global context ranging from accounting, organisational theory, international marketing to strategic management. The programme links theoretical learning with practical and professional

Why study with us?You will be taught by academics who have a global outlook on business and who have advised leading industries and public services (eg BBC, TUC, Acas, Department of Constitutional Affairs, Equal Opportunities Commission, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, and Arts Council England) on a range of equality and diversity issues in the workplace.


Compulsory modules: Research Methods for Business and Management • Strategic Management •Comparative Employment Relations • International Human Resource Management • International Reward Management • Managing Diversity • Organisational Behaviour

* Elective modules – two from: Global Supply Chain Management • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems Quantitative Research Methods • Multinationals and Global Business • Occupational Psychology • Leadership and Strategy in the Public Services • Human Resource Management in the Public Services • Management Consulting at Work

* Module electives subject to availability in any given academic year

Entry requirements• A good upper second class honours degree or equivalent in any subject.




Continuous Professional Development: Non-assessed series of presentations, skills-based activities (such as negotiation skills) and site visits.





MSc Management and Organisational Innovation (N1Q1)One year full-time

In a highly competitive global environment, innovation is one of the key areas in which businesses can ensure their success and establish a competitive advantage. On this programme you will develop an advanced understanding of organisations, their management, the changing external context in which they operate and the importance of innovation.

OverviewThis programme is specifically designed for students who wish to develop their skills and

skills development with the inclusion of the Continued Professional Development (CPD) module which will run along the spine of the programme. The CPD will be delivered by a pool of industry experts and professionals who will provide an insight and link to the real world of business. The CPD will be non-assessed and provide a means for students to network and be connected with the industry and practitioners.

Why study with us?This is an inter-disciplinary programme taught by experts in the different fields. This programme gives an in-depth immersion into the different strands and fields within business and management while stressing the acquisition of practical skills through the CPD module.


Compulsory modules: Research Methods for Business and Management • Principles of Accounting and Finance • Strategic Management • International Marketing • Organisational Behaviour

*Elective modules – four from: Finance for Development • Multinationals and Global Business • Corporate Governance • Public Advocacy Marketing • Global Governance and International Organisations • Leadership and Strategy in the Public Services • Human Resource Management in the Public Services • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems • International Business Strategy • World Economy and Development • Management Consulting at Work • Global Supply Chain Management


Compulsory modules: Research Methods for Business and Management • International Marketing • Knowledge and Innovation Management • Strategic Management •

*Elective modules – two from: Quantitative Research Methods • Finance for Development • Multinationals and Global Business • Occupational Psychology • Leadership and Strategy in the Public Services • Human Resource Management in the Public Services • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems • International Business Strategy • World Economy and Development • Global Supply Chain Management






MSc Marketing (N1Q2)One year full-time

Sustained by a rigorous social science-based approach, this programme explores both the theoretical and communications side of marketing and, in particular, how marketing

knowledge to pursue a management career in a globalised environment.

You will examine: The development and operation of markets in relation to resources, goods and services; • the economic, environmental, ethical, legal, political, sociological and technological external context, together with its effect at local, national and international levels upon organisations; • the role of marketing in relation to customers, their expectations and their location; • the management and development of people within organisations; • the nature of organisations – their internal functions and processes; their diverse purposes, structures, and governance, and the individual and corporate behaviours and cultures which exist within and between organisations and their influence on the external context; and • the role of business innovation, creativity, and knowledge management within organisations.

Why study with us?Innovation is going to be vital to companies as they look to survive a global downturn, particularly in the UK. As a graduate of this course you will be equipped to assist with managing the innovation process and will be highly sought after.

• You will learn how to think critically about business and the innovation process.




• You will be taught by academics who have a global outlook on business.


Compulsory modules: Research Methods for Business and Management • Brand Management • International Marketing • International Marketing Communications • Understanding Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Management

*Elective modules – two from: Quantitative Research Methods • Multinationals and Global Business • E-Marketing • Occupational Psychology • Public Advocacy Marketing • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems • International Business Strategy • Global Supply Chain Management • Relationship and Network Marketing






can explain contemporary society and consumption practices. It will be ideal for both graduates and professionals who are interested in a career in marketing, or who wish to widen their knowledge and competencies in this field.

OverviewThis programme is unique in its emphasis on the relationship between marketing and other social phenomena, such as elections and the culture of consumption. You will examine the processes of globalisation and their impact on multinational enterprises and national firms.

You will also compare strategies involved in marketing and branding, examine the role played by marketing communication, discuss the contemporary debate over marketing ethics, and contrast different approaches to the study of marketing. By the end of the programme, you will have developed a comprehensive knowledge of the issues, theories and the working practices connected with this dynamic field.

Why study with us?• This programme will introduce you to

the fundamental theories that underpin developments in marketing practice and strategy.

• You will gain an understanding of the nature of global brands and their role in creating relationships in a global market.

• You will learn about the centrality of consumers as crucial stakeholders.

• You will learn about qualitative and quantitative research methods, and how to design marketing strategies.


• This programme is interdisciplinary – involving other schools at Queen Mary (such as the School of Politics and International Relations.

• The course content is relevant and applicable to the many different parts of the public sector.

• This programme combines academic rigour with an emphasis on Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and prepares you for employment and career progression.


Compulsory modules: Public Policy and Governance • Organisational Behaviour in the Public Services • Economics of the Public Sector • Research Methods for Business and Management • Public Financial Management

*Elective modules – four from: • Leadership and Strategy in Public Services • Managing Diversity • Human Resource Management in the Public Services • Global Governance and International Organisations • Economics of Development


Continuous Professional Development: Public Management in Practice –a non-assessed series of presentations, skills-based activities (such as negotiation skills) and site visits.

Entry requirements• A good upper second class honours degree or equivalent in any discipline, plus a minimum

Masters in Public Administration (M1PA)One year full-time or two years part-time

This new programme aims to prepare you for management positions in the public, voluntary or private sectors. It emphasises good analytical and problem solving skills as well as other practical skills, such as partnership working, ethical practice and communication.

OverviewThis programme is designed to meet the learning and management-development needs of those involved in delivering public services around the world. It provides you with both a deep understanding of the dynamics of public service change and the analytical tools and skills to plan and manage in the sector. The programme stresses the ways in which academic learning can be linked and applied to the world of practice, and modules are taught with reference to real-world case studies and simulations. A module on the Practice of Public Management focuses on the development of your management and social skills. Your teachers will bring a wide range of industry experience to the programme from their work as consultants to government agencies, involvement in think tanks and as public service managers. The programme also draws on an advisory group of former and current senior public managers and elected representatives.

Why study with us?• This programme is based in a business

school rather than a department of politics or public policy so is more management centred and has close links to practice.



Why study with us?• We are a member of the London Social

Science consortium – a Doctoral Training Centre between Queen Mary University of London and Goldsmiths, University of London funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).

• We place great emphasis on the connections between business and society; this means that you will consider questions which lie outside the scope of more traditional business school curriculum.

Programme outlineCore modules: Introduction to Social Science Research Methods (delivered by the Doctoral Training Centre at Goldsmiths, University of London) • Dissertation

*Elective modules – four from: Quantitative Research Methods • International Human Resource Management Comparative Employment Relations • Managing Diversity • Finance for Development • Global Economy • International Marketing Communications • Brand Management • Research Methods • Multinationals and Global Business • Corporate Finance for Managers • International Macroeconomics and Finance • Knowledge and Innovation Management • International Marketing • E-Marketing • International Reward Management • Managerial Economics • Financial Reporting • Occupational Psychology • Understanding Consumer Behaviour • International Accounting • Corporate Governance • Contemporary Issues in Accounting • Public Advocacy Marketing • Advanced Management Accounting • Global

of three years’ work experience, which may be waived in the case of exceptionally well qualified candidates


Further InformationSchool of Business and Management Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 3921 email: [email protected]

MRes Business and Management (N2Q1) One year full-time

On this new programme you will be able to acquire specialist knowledge in an area of business and management that interests you, while also benefiting from extensive research training. It is especially suited to those thinking of moving onto PhD study or those who want to develop a research-focused career in academia, industry or the public sector.

OverviewDuring this programme, you will develop skills in research methodologies and techniques that are specifically for undertaking, analysing and writing up academic research, or applied/practitioner and consultancy research in the business and management area. You will also develop knowledge of advanced theory within a chosen sub-discipline of business and management, its application to contemporary issues, and personal and professional skills that are transferable to other areas.


Governance and International Organisations • Organisational Behaviour • Accounting for Business Models • Financial Markets and Institutions • Economics of Development • Accounting and Value Management • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems • Behaviourial Finance and Decision Making • Strategic Management • Principles of Accounting and Finance • International Business Strategy • World Economy and Development • Global Supply Chain Management


Entry requirements• A description of research interests which

must fit with those of the School

• A satisfactory research proposal that fits with research interests of staff in the School.

• IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. For more information on the English language requirements, see www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements

Further informationMonira Begum PhD Programme Administrator Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 8581 email: [email protected]

Professor Gill Kirton Director of the Doctoral Programme Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 7439 email: [email protected]


“I decided to study at postgraduate level because learning and growing have always been mantras of mine. Postgraduate study shows employers your dedication and enthusiasm to learn, whilst setting you apart from the crowd”Baba Koumare, MSc International Business


• You will acquire an in-depth understanding of key theories, approaches and issues in the field of accounting and finance, an area which has changed significantly since the financial crisis of 2008.

• You will enhance your career prospects with an understanding of the complex policies and practices in accounting and finance and their similarities and differences across jurisdictions. • You will receive tuition from visiting ‘practitioner’ professors who are City professionals and able to apply theory to real world scenarios.

• Our location in east London, close to the business and financial centres of the City of London and Canary Wharf, means that you are conveniently placed to pursue employment opportunities in these areas.


Compulsory modules: Financial Reporting • Business Finance • Corporate Governance • Investment Management • Quantitative methods for Finance • Advanced Management Accounting

*Elective modules – choose from: International Accounting • Contemporary Issues in Accounting • Behaviourial Finance and Decision Making • Financial Derivatives • Risk Management for Banking • Asset Management


MSc Accounting and Finance (N1S4)One year full-time

This programme offers a contemporary and specialised approach to accountancy and finance, focusing on the exploration of key practical, theoretical and empirical issues. It is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the financial services industry, professional accountancy, banking and finance or management, as well as providing a preparation for academic research.

OverviewThe programme adopts a critical approach to the study of accountancy and finance, focusing not only on the numbers underlying business operations but also the wider context and environment within which businesses exist and operate. Compulsory modules enable you to critically examine recent developments in areas such as financial reporting, investment management and corporate governance, while elective modules will enable you to specialise in areas such as risk management, international accounting and financial derivatives.

Why study with us?• This programme is offered jointly by the

School of Business and Management and School of Economics and Finance (SEF).

• The School of Economics and Finance contributes its vast knowledge of applied aspects of the financial market.

Joint programmes


Entry requirements• At least a lower second class honours

degree, or equivalent, in economics, accounting, finance or a related subject.

• You will be expected to sit presessional mathematics and statistics examinations following an intensive pre-sessional module.



School of Economics and Finance Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 7298 email: [email protected]

MSc International Business and Politics (N1Q5)One year full-time or two years part-time

This innovative programme looks at the interaction between business and politics, vital to understanding the dynamics of the contemporary world economy, and presents a rare opportunity to combine these two areas of the social sciences. You will explore issues such as the global financial crisis, the ‘decline’ of the West and rise of China and the East, tax evasion and tax havens, corporate power, global social justice and social responsibility and fair trade.

OverviewOn this programme you will develop an advanced understanding of how the world you live in is governed. You will examine the changing relationship between states and markets, international institutions of global political-economic governance, transnational companies, work, geopolitics, industrialisation and development. With an emphasis on the contemporary world economy, the programme is driven by case studies highlighting issues such as trade regulation, the relationship between the IMF and the World Bank, manufacturing in China, the global food economy and theories of multinational firms.

Why study with us?• This programme will provide you with the

necessary skills to pursue a career with multinational firms, NGOs government departments and international agencies, think tanks, and in fields such as journalism, teaching and research.

• This distinctive inter-disciplinary programme is offered jointly by the School of Business and Management, and the School of Politics and International Relations (SPIR), and presents a rare opportunity to move between these two areas of the social sciences.


Compulsory modules: World Economy and Development • Approaches to Political Economy


Elective modules: Multinationals and Global Business • Public Advocacy Marketing • Global Governance and International Organisations • Economics of Development • New Product Development and Business Ecosystems • International Business Strategy • Globalisation and the IPE of Development • International Security: War + Peace in the Global Context • Themes and Case in the US Foreign Policy • Americas in Comparative Perspective II: Modern Politics and Society • International Relations of Middle East • Sub-Shaharan Africa: States and Societies • Global Politics of Health • Global Supply Chain Management


or equivalent in any subject. Professional experience will also be taken into consideration and welcomed.


Further informationSchool of Politics and International Relations Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 8587 email: [email protected]

School of Business and Management Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 3921 email: [email protected]

The availability of modules are subject to change and may vary

Joint programmes

“I was looking for a school which had a strong international context and one which could offer me an advanced and intensive programme.The academic staff are actively involved in various-policy orientated projects and offer their full intellectual and research support”Muhammad Usman Abid, MSc International Human Resource Management and Employment Relations


What does your current job involve day-to-day?I provide salesforce training programs to new analysts at HCL. I deliver Salesforce training programs to analysts who start working at the company and I make sure the whole team is certified in new versions of the CRM.

What can current students do to prepare for getting a job in your area? Most importantly – follow new trends and events in the discipline of your choice, even if you are not comfortable with them at first! In current times and economic conditions Financial Management is one of the most dynamic disciplines in the world. Make use of this fact, get interested in what is going on in the sector and it will get you far.

Michal Mikolajewski International Financial Management – 2012 Senior Salesforce Trainer at HCL Technologies

Why did you choose Queen Mary as your place of study?I wanted to fully experience London. With the campus located very close to the City and with a student base from all over the world, Queen Mary seemed to be a natural choice.

How did your time at Queen Mary prepare you for your current job? My job requires both financial and IT knowledge. Salesforce and CRM systems in general, have become an essence of a modern company’s financial management. My time at the school of Business and Management offered me the knowledge required for the job that I currently do and a baseline for my future development.

Graduate profile


Alphabetical list of modules

other areas such as marketing, technology and HR. Accordingly it is interdisciplinary. It comprises 11 lectures (1 two-hour session) and 11 one-hour workshops. The module is arranged around:

1 Accounting for strategic management - introduction: methodological issues in management accounting

2 The essence of management control in private, voluntary and public sectors

3 Strategic issues in cost allocation and activity-based costing and activity-based management

4 Advanced manufacturing technology, JIT, target costing and product life-cycle costing

5 Quality costing, total quality management and management accounting systems

6 Value-chain analysis and accounting

7 Customer profitability analysis/customer accounting

8 Competitor analysis/competitor accounting

9 Responsibility accounting, financial performance measures, and transfer prices

10 Measuring non-financial performance: the balanced scorecard

11 Benchmarking analysis

The module will draw upon a range of case studies drawn from the ‘real world’.

Accounting for Business Models – BUSM070This module conceptualises business models within an accounting framework. There are three significant parts to this module, how we can structure business models, designate business models with a sense of financial purpose (liquidity, solvency and capitalisation) and finally evaluate performance and outcomes. These financial objectives are explored and evaluated using accounting data for a range of business model types, for example, banking, private equity and bio-pharma and third /public sector organisations.

Accounting and Value Management – BUSM071This module is framed with the context of managing for value and how managerial and investor interests are aligned and reflected in accounting information for value creation and market value added and value for money. This module is concerned with how accounting numbers are employed at operational, divisional and organisational levels to control and drive value creation for market value added or value for money. It is a module which is concerned with how accounting information is deployed to control and direct corporate and non-corporate organisations towards generating value on invested funds whether these are public, private or state sponsored agencies.

Advanced Management Accounting – BUSM067This module identifies and explores challenges and issues facing organisations as they operate in a world of increasing competitiveness and change, requiring managers to combine management accounting ideas with those from


and cross national management employment strategies; employee involvement and industrial democracy; social partnership and participation; standards in international employment relations; regulation and voluntarism; examining comparative employment relations through gender, equality and diversity lens; reappraising comparative employment relations.

Contemporary Issues in Accounting – BUSM061This module introduces you to some of the key developments and issues in accounting currently discussed by policy makers, the profession, the media and academics and to develop an awareness of how these relate to underlying accounting theory. It attempts to provide rationales for these developments/issues and to enhance students’ understanding of the way in which accounting is implicated in wider policy debates.

Corporate Finance for Managers – BUSM030The focus of this module is the financing and investment decisions made by the managers of companies in pursuit of corporate goals. It examines how managers can obtain the greatest possible return on investments for the smallest amount of risk. You will acquire the knowledge and understanding of theories, models, tools and techniques to assist in making financial decisions to achieve corporate goals. These will include identification of the cost of capital/rates of return, dividend distribution, investment appraisal, portfolio theory, foreign exchange and interest rate issues.

Brand Management – BUSM026This module focuses on the strategic role that brands play in the successful marketing of products and services. It aims to introduce current academic thinking and business practice of contemporary branding to students, introducing key concepts such as brand equity, brand identity, corporate branding, brand development, brand strategy, organisational support for branding, brand features and personality, brand portfolios and the internet and branding. In addition, you will get an insight into the actual process of brand management and the issues and dilemmas that contemporary brand managers and stewards have to face. The focus of the module is the final presentation and report that students, both in groups and as individuals, will have to prepare on analysing a failing brand and proposing ideas to reposition and revitalise it. The brand itself will be taken from the contemporary business world and so will provide the students with opportunities to carry out challenging and relevant research.

Comparative Employment Relations – BUSM016You will concentrate on the following key features: theoretical and conceptual approaches to the study of employment relations; the value and difficulties of a comparative approach; the role of the key actors in employment relations; power, conflict and bargaining; convergence and divergence – consideration of the debates; the complexity of the trade union role from comparative perspective; consideration of international solidarity; impact of globalisation and transnational companies on national


Economics of Developing Countries – BUSM073This module introduces contemporary theories and the empirical literature of the economics of developing countries with specific reference to public policy delivery. The course will address the problems with public policy delivery in developing countries and what solutions and strategies have been identified in the literature. The course will deal with debates such as centralised and decentralised delivery methods, political economy issues of corruption and state capture, and the role of incentives among politicians and bureaucrats in service delivery.

Economics of Public Policy – BUSM074This module introduces contemporary theories and the empirical literature of the economics of public policy. The course will highlight topics on theories of public goods, public good provision, optimal taxation and redistributive taxation, inequality in incomes and wealth, the global growth and wealth distribution. A large part of the modern literature is empirical, and the course will address the empirical methods which are popularly used in this literature. It will also identify the problems facing public policy delivery and what solutions and strategies are discussed in the literature to address these problems.

E-marketing – BUSM044This module has been designed to introduce the fundamental principles of e-marketing; to understand the dynamics and inter-relationships between key marketing variables in the process of defining and executing effective marketing strategies in an internet

Corporate Governance – BUSM060This module introduces students to key theories, concepts and issues in corporate governance. It critically explores corporate governance as an embedded practice and provides insights into how local cultures and developments in local contexts have impacted upon and shaped the development of corporate governance systems and practices and how these local corporate governance systems and practices are challenged by globalisation. Within this broad framework case studies provide detailed insights into specific aspects of corporate governance.

Dissertation – BUSM003The dissertation forms an important part of the assessment of the MSc programmes, carrying a weighting of four modules i.e. one third of the entire programme. The dissertation requires a demonstration of ability to carry out an original investigation into an area of interest. Therefore, the process should reflect skills of formulating research questions, synthesising and analysing data, drawing insights and conclusions, and written communication. You will be guided through the dissertation process by a supervisor. To prepare you for the dissertation, you are required to take the Research Methods module in the first semester, and you might also choose to take a specialist research skills module in the second semester. Information about the dissertation will be provided on the dedicated module area on QMplus.



Finance for Development – BUSM020In undertaking this module, you will develop an understanding of the role that finance plays in the context of economic development. The emphasis of this module will be on explaining and analysing the problems that are encountered by emerging markets in the process of developing their industrial and agricultural sectors and the role that financial institutions play in the context of development. In order to study the problems closely, and the respective strategies that are adopted by different developing countries, the primary focus of this course is on India, South Korea and China.

Global Economy – BUSM022You will concentrate on the international economics dimension of globalisation, that is, international trade, finance and development. The subject matter of globalisation consists of issues raised by the economic interaction between sovereign states.

Global Governance and International Organisations – BUSM068The module examines the emerging structure of global governance and the role of international organisations. This includes both informal aspects, such as the pressure from Western states and international agencies for all states to adopt “good governance” norms and formal aspects such as the international organisations in areas like finance, trade, labour and the environment. The aim is to give students a solid historical and critical understanding of key developments and concepts such as the international financial

context. Throughout the module, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and understanding in how to effectively communicate marketing strategies using real-world examples.

Financial Markets and Institutions – BUSM072This module is about how the increasingly complex relation between financial institutions, markets and firms has evolved over a period of time. A process of financial innovation and deregulation is impacting upon recorded accounting numbers and financial performance of firms is much more volatile. In the corporate and non-corporate sectors the relation between financial markets and accounting is complex and inter-related. A large proportion of balance sheet values is now adjusted to reflect financial market values and these adjustments can be significant and volatile. Fair value reporting also requires significant external advisory support to inform accountants, actuaries, credit rating agencies and specialists in specific asset valuations. The development of more sophisticated financial products impacts upon a range of corporate and non-corporate institutions.

Financial Reporting – BUSM054This module examines the financial reporting of companies, and how such reporting can be analysed to evaluate performance. No prior knowledge of accounting is assumed. You will learn how accounts are constructed and analysed, then examine the impact of various issues on the reported numbers. These include the reporting of intangible assets; creative accounting; currency translation; and the use of share options to reward management.


Human Resource Management in the Public Services – BUSM077This module provides a critical evaluation of the issues, challenges and processes involved in managing employees in the public services. It does so by considering the unique financial, political and legal context within which public personnel practitioners operate as well as the distinct characteristics of public sector jobs and those attracted to work within them, and examines the constraints and opportunities these place on personnel policy and its implementation. Themes covered in this module include resourcing and selection, pay and executive compensation, performance management, employee relations, values and organisational ethics, managing change and the relationship between human resource management and public sector performance. A further element of the course involves exploring the characteristics of public sector labour markets including trends, labour market policy initiatives and their impact. The module draws on case study evidence from multi-country institutional and organisational contexts and encourages students to assess how past legacies and recent reforms impact on HRM strategy.

International Human Resource Management – BUSM015This module provides a critical evaluation of the globalisation of human resource management techniques and strategies from a number of perspectives. Such an approach focuses attention on the political nature of human resource management at the level of the nation state and the organisation.

institutions, the role of the United Nations, “good governance” and “global civil society” as well as a comprehension of policy making at the global level and the interrelationship between national, regional and international institutions and policy makers. Accordingly it is inter-disciplinary. It comprises lectures, (one one-hour session) and 11 two-hour hours workshops. The module is arranged around:

1 Introduction: Global Governance and International Organisations

2 Good Governance As a Global Norm

3 Globalisation and Policy Transfer

4 Democratic Accountability and Global Governance

5 Globalisation and Europeanisation

6 International Financial Institutions

7 Global Governance and Regional Organisations

8 Global Public Management Reform and the OECD

9 Global Environmental Governance

10 Global Health Governance

11 Global Civil Society



attempting to operate in foreign markets. You will examine the reasons and rationale behind firms deciding to market overseas, and then analyse the decision making process regarding which markets firms should enter, examining political, economic, social, legal and technological factors. You will also look at market entry strategies and the integrated marketing mix of product, price, place and promotion – taught from an international perspective. Implementation, customer relations and the increasingly important role of e-marketing will also be taught.

International Marketing Communications – BUSM024The principal focus of International Marketing Communications is advertising. This highly popular course is taught via a mixture of lectures, seminars, presentations, films, slides and visualiser illustrations. The objective is to go beyond mere knowledge to give students a ‘feel’, an innate sense, of the advertising phenomenon. The aim is both instrumentality and critical awareness. The course is divided into four parts which summarise the process and outcome of a marketing communications campaign, that is, creation, construction, content and consequences. But it lays great stress on the evocation of creativity since creativity is the core of the advertising process and can potentially give a company an inimitable market advantage. However, the course is also analytic, looking for example at the psychological explanations underpinning what advertisers do, and also pragmatic, reviewing in great detail how an advertising campaign

The first part of the module examines the history of IHRM as an academic discipline and as a management practice before exploring how far western, particularly Anglo-American, conceptualisations of people as human resources to be managed can be applied to a wider international context. By examining case studies of contemporary issues in relation to IHRM, the module seeks to identify what might be common (convergence) to the management of human resources and what might differ (divergence) between nations.

International Macroeconomics and Finance – BUSM041This module introduces you to basic concepts in macroeconomics and finance. After an overview of the financial market, its institutions and instruments, the module proceeds to examine central banking and the money supply process, and the conduct of monetary policy. After looking at monetary policy under different exchange rate regimes, there is a discussion of the international financial system and its behaviour in times of financial crisis. The module concludes with a discussion of the euro and European monetary policy

International Marketing – BUSM043You will begin by examining the reasons and rationale behind firms deciding to market overseas and will discuss the challenges inherent in communicating and managing across business, national and consumer cultures. The module then focuses on the opportunities to be gained from international marketing, and also its dangers and the challenges that marketers face when


what might be done to improve the chances of ‘success’ and demonstrate that behavioural approach rooted in the concept of managing knowledge, in and across organisations, is fundamental to managing innovation.

Leadership and Strategy in the Public Services – BUSM075We explore principal theories, typologies (e.g. transactional and transformational) and styles of individual and collective leadership both in high office and at team level in public services, before reviewing research evidence on the effectiveness and otherwise of leadership on performance in public organisations. Particular attention is given to crisis leadership. The module questions the scope for deliberate, prior objective-driven rather than emergent strategy in the highly constrained and politicised setting of public authorities, reviewing recent more optimistic evidence for its prospects and its effects upon performance. Strategic capabilities required for both styles are considered. The role of stakeholder consultation in strategy development and legitimation is examined. The module contrasts growth and retrenchment strategies. Strategic issues in organisational and interorganisational design are addressed, and processes of change management in the politically sensitive conditions of the public services are explored.

Managing Diversity – BUSM017This module examines theories of equality and diversity and of occupational segmentation. It explores diversity and equality across the dimensions of gender, race, disability, age and sexual orientation and considers the

is constructed. There is also sensitivity to ethical issues generated by advertising as well as review of its non-commercial applications, for example social causes. The student thus gains an understanding of advertising and an appreciation of its unique role in the marketing mix. But beyond this you acquire a permanent competency, a literacy in fact in one of the most important areas of modern business.

International Reward Management – BUSM049Reward management is one of the key components of human resource management. It is one of the most sensitive and problematic areas of people management that poses additional issues when cast in an international setting. This module starts by giving you an international empirical and theoretical grounding before giving you the opportunity to apply this knowledge to conceptual issues such as equality, fairness, performance and motivation. These issues are examined at a number of levels: internationally, nationally and organisationally by engaging with topical case studies and practical examples.

Knowledge and Innovation Management – BUSM042Innovation is a process and it is the primary source of competitive advantage in knowledge-based economies. The management of innovation is inherently difficult and risky: most new technologies fail to be translated into products or services, and most new products and services are not commercial successes. In this integrative module we will explore the reasons why this is the case by exploring the innovation process in-depth. We will consider



New Product Development and Business Ecosystems - BUSM084The introduction and development of new products and processes is an essential drive of a firm’s competitiveness. Yet, organizations do not operate in isolation but are a part of complex and increasingly globalized supply chains affecting innovation and new product development. The module Supply Chain and New Product Development enables students to analyze the innovation process within complex supply chains from the definition of a new product concept to the involvement of suppliers and partners in developing new product/process architectures. Students will address the organizational implications and challenges deriving from the involvement of partners and suppliers in new product development, through a blend of theoretical and case study based approaches. Students will be encouraged to critically evaluate issues of Governance and Strategic Management, by addressing the dynamics underpinning the emergence of new technological platforms and by investigating issues of outsourcing and knowledge “hollowing out”, architectural knowledge and path dependent product development, open innovation and architectural innovation.

Occupational Psychology – BUSM055This module is suitable for students who have deep appreciation of complex and multifaceted theories across all fields of psychology, including psychoanalytical, personal construct theory and constructionist approaches. It requires good knowledge of ontology, epistemology and research paradigms and

organisational processes, which produce and reproduce inequalities of outcome among diverse social groups. You will also consider national and European legislative frameworks; policy approaches and implications at organisational level.

Managerial Economics – BUSM051This module provides you with a sound understanding of some of the insights from economics with respect to business and management decisions. Module content focuses on issues typically addressed in microeconomics, including marginal analysis, supply and demand, production theory, market structures, price discrimination, signalling and screening, and incentives in organisations.

Multinationals and Global Business – BUSM028This module examines multinationals and global businesses in the era of globalisation, offering a broad overview of the process of globalisation and the changing nature of global business over time. The module provides a dynamic and comparative perspective on the nature and scope of global business, its origins and development, the theories of multinational corporations, international trade, market selection and modes of entry. You will examine the context of global business and the changing context of multinational operation through the changing nature of the global political economy and through the influence of cultures and institutions. You will also explore how the changing global environment affects the decisions of managers and the strategies, structures and activities of firms operating in the global market place.


Principles of Accounting and Finance – BUSM087This module is concerned with how accounting numbers are reported and disclosed at operational, divisional and organisational levels to control resource allocations and generate performance evaluation, credit ratings and monitor shareholder value. It is a module which is concerned with how accounting information is deployed to control and manage corporate organisations towards generating income for liquidity and capitalisations for solvency where both are essential and maintain a reporting entity as a going concern.

Public Advocacy Marketing – BUSM062This module is a critical review of the application of marketing for social and political purposes. It charts progress from moderate and admissible practices to the application of marketing in the most extreme causes imaginable; some would even say the use of the term marketing was illegitimate, that we are dealing in fact with propaganda. Essentially then our concern is with the usage and abusage of marketing to change our world, for better or worse. Our perspective is that marketing is a dynamic tool and potent agent of change that can civilise or decivilise society. The claim is that marketing has shaped, and continues to shape, the culture we live in today.

Public Financial Management and Accounting – BUSM076This module provides understanding of the financial development and trajectory of central government finances in the advanced economies. The first half of this module will

methods, ability to read and engage with critical, interpretivist as well as statistically rich texts. This module demands a great deal of self-study, more than the recommended 117 hours, covering academic journals, research monographs and psychological literature. This module encourages students to adopt self-reflexive approach through which they can critically engage with advanced scholarship in the field of occupational psychology.

Organisational Behaviour – BUSM069This module will provide an in-depth understanding of the broad range of theory, research, and

practice in organisational behaviour for the adoption of appropriate policies and leadership styles. This will include understanding individual differences, motivational factors, ethics, group dynamics, patterns and negotiation practices which can mediate the functioning of an organisation. The module will analyse a range of case studies to illuminate the different work patterns, practices and behaviour both at individual, group and organisational levels. Students will gain an awareness and knowledge of contemporary issues and approaches to organisational change and development facing organisations. Beyond providing theoretical frameworks, the module will augment skills to prepare students for the work place through communication and team management skills, and through analytical and critical thinking skills.



health care, policing, etc), the possibilities in some countries for bond-financing for sub-national agencies, and their implications on their financial stability and organisational dynamics.

Public Policy and Governance – BUSM080The module examines political accountability, media scrutiny and the role of public managers in policy-making processes. Distinctive features of public sector management are studied, as are the financial, contractual, regulatory and collaborative relations between public, private and non-profit sectors in the provision of public services, and their trade-offs and implementation challenges. It explores the development of performance measurement and management, and examines dilemmas of regulation. Issues of policy implementation are explored, drawing on recent findings from the “third generation” of implementation studies. It examines deepening relationships between local, national and international tiers of governance. Comparative analysis of trends in public management reform and types of implementation capability will be examined, and management challenges in international and global public authorities will be introduced (thus preparing students for the elective module on global governance and international organisations in the following semester).

Quantitative Research Methods – BUSM014This module provides a relatively non-technical grounding in the use of statistical methods employed in business and management research by introducing and developing some of the key concepts and methods employed.

introduce students to the challenges facing governments in the advanced economies, and in particular, that of sustaining deficit financing. How have the components of central government revenues changed over time relative to expenditures in GDP and the nature of accumulated sovereign debt (roll-over timings and repayments schedule)? Students will examine the political context of public budgeting. We shall explore how the policy shift towards macro-prudential management of these economies has impacted not only on monetary policy, but also on public spending and cutback management, nationally and at regional and local levels of government. The module examines the link between changing budgetary politics and pressure to develop innovative financial vehicles, as well as exploring some of the medium term financial risks to which these innovations can unintendedly give rise. The second half of this module will focus on the importance for public management of reforms in accounting systems which require a shift toward resource-based and accrual-based accounting. We examine the impact on managers’ accountability for public expenditure of the convergence of public sector with corporate international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and role of resource-based auditing. What are some of the implications of adoption “corporate” financial accounting and performance key financial and non-financial KPIs? We examine public-private partnerships such as the UK’s Private Finance Initiatives (PFIs) for financing public sector capital projects, and issues of risk transfer and cost-effectiveness. We will consider changes to financial practices and reporting in sub-national public agencies (local authorities,


Relationship and Network Marketing – newThis module provides students with an overview of important aspects of business-to-business marketing. For this purpose, students will explore crucial underlying concepts of relationships and networks as well as develop a sense of business marketing practices. Thus, the module covers both relationship marketing and network marketing theory and practice and thereby fosters an understanding of how organisations are embedded in a net of business exchanges, which create interdependencies between business actors. Using collaborative and cooperative relational management provides firms within such nets with the possibility to mobilise important external resources via business partners in the supply and customer network. The module will use case studies and practical examples throughout.

Strategic Management – BUSM086 This module will explore various theoretical approaches used to explain what markets managers choose to compete within, why and how. We will begin by examining the “traditional” competitive positioning and resource-based views, and critically evaluate their appropriateness in an increasingly networked, globalised, digitised and fluid competitive environment. We will then go on to consider more contemporary approaches to strategic management, such as the importance of strategy process, business ecosystems, behavioural approaches and time/timing. Throughout the course we will examine a variety of organisational contexts, assessing the extent to which firm strategy models may

Topics include descriptive statistics; probability; estimation, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; and correlation and regression, with an emphasis on their different concepts and interpretation through discussion from business cases. You will gain an understanding of the basic types of data sets that can be analysed in business and how to organise, describe and summarise them. You will also learn how to estimate the parameters of distribution and make confidence statements about them; how to set up and test hypotheses about these parameters; and how to carry out linear regression on data set, and compute and interpret related summary statistics.

Research Methods for Business and Management – BUSM027This core module introduces and develops some of the key concepts and methods employed in research methods in a business and management environment. The emphasis is not on techniques and derivation but on practical work and interpretation. The first part introduces qualitative methods, such as observation, interviews and documentary analysis, considering both theoretical issues and alternative methodological approaches. It also looks at practical issues, such as how to conduct literature search and critically review relevant literatures. The second part covers the basic elements of descriptive statistics, correlation, probability sampling and inference, and confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. The module also looks at sample surveys, and explicitly considers the ethical issues in research methods.



be applicable to public sector, voluntary, entrepreneurial or other types of organisations as well as firms.

Understanding Consumer and Market Behaviour – BUSM058This module develops a useful conceptual understanding of consumer behaviour as a main consideration in marketing. You will start with an overview of consumer research and behaviour. You will then cover major topics such as attitudes and interpersonal influence. A mixture of discussions, hands-on exercises, and case studies is used, and group and individual activities are combined to translate theory into practice. The module thus provides frameworks that enable students to address the issue of understanding consumers responsibly, systematically and creatively.

The availability of modules are subject to change and may vary

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Dissertation – BUSM065(International Business and Politics)

The dissertation provides students with an opportunity to carry out independent research into a topic of their choice related to the aims of the programme, subject to guidance from a dissertation supervisor based on a minimum of 3 meetings. A full-day ‘dissertation workshop’ will be held in mid-Semester B which will include presentations on and discussion of research methods. Students will then work on their research proposal with their supervisor and present their drafts to peers in a second full-day ‘dissertation workshop’ in the third week of May. After integrating feedback from peers and module convenors, students will work independently on completing a 10-12,000 word dissertation with on-going support from their academic supervisor, due in September.

Globalisation and the International Political Economy of Development – POLM026(delivered by the School of Politics and International Relations)

The module provides you with a detailed examination – and critique - of theories of globalisation and assessment of contemporary globalising processes, and how these particularly influence the developing world. It examines these influences through detailed analysis of contemporary manifestations of ‘globalisation’, including neoliberalism, US hegemony and contemporary imperialism, capital flows, global commodity chains, state-market relations, patterns of global inequality,

Business Finance – ECOM051 (delivered by the School of Economics and Finance)

This module aims to develop your understanding of how firms raise external finance and design their capital structure. We also look at how real investments are valued and how corporations interact with financial markets. In particular, we will be looking into how firms make financial decisions. We will examine the assumption that a firm’s cash flows are exogenous with respect to financial decisions. You will also study the Modigliani-Miller theorems stating which conditions make capital structure irrelevant, and derive the optimal debt/equity mix in the presence of taxes and costly bankruptcy. The rest of the module addresses the issue of how a firm’s financial and governance structure affects its value once information problems between firms’ insiders and investors are taken into account.

Dissertation –BUSM066 (Accounting and Finance)

The dissertation forms an important part of the assessment of the MSc Programmes, carrying a weighting of four modules i.e. one third of the entire Programme. The dissertation requires a demonstration of ability to carry out an original investigation into an area of interest. As such, the process should reflect skills of formulating research questions, synthesising and analysing data, drawing insights and conclusions, and written communication.

Modules for joint programmesThe availability of modules are subject to change and may vary


concerns with globalisation, but also by looking at interconnections between north and south, and war and society. Additionally, the responses of the international community to violent conflict will also be explored, looking broadly at the contested notion of the ‘Just War’, international law, and the role of the United Nations. Overall, the module gives a broad perspective on the place of armed force in contemporary international relations.

Investment Management – ECOM050(delivered by the School of Economics and Finance)

This module offers a high-level introduction to concepts related to investment analysis. Topics treated include valuation of real and financial securities; the principles of investment; valuation of risky securities; portfolio analysis and bond portfolio management; financial market equilibrium; the CAPM and APT models; capital budgeting and risk; market efficiency.

Quantitative Techniques – ECOM037(delivered by the School of Economics and Finance)

This module aims to provide you with the necessary tools for writing and estimating simple econometric models in the context of financial quantitative analysis. Basic statistical tools needed for understanding and using financial models are introduced and explained. We will assume you have a minimal knowledge of econometrics and statistics.

international institutions, and questions of cultural homogenisation/ imperialism. The module also examines the ways in which ‘globalisation’ is resisted, focusing on the rise of transnational social movements and NGOs, and the politics of ‘anti-globalisation’, and how this relates to an ostensibly ‘post development’ era. In addressing these issues, the module concludes by asking the most important question: how do we think of ‘development’ in an era of ‘globalisation’, US hegemony, neo-liberalism and imperialism?

International Security: War and Peace in a Global Context – POLM027(delivered by the School of Politics and International Relations)

Violent conflict and the use of force remain salient issues in contemporary international relations. While some have theorised that the advent of globalisation and spread of liberal democracy would make the use of force and violent conflict less relevant to the world, war and conflict have remained an integral part of the international system, as well as forming an obstacle to providing stability and security for many states. The module offers an examination of the ways in which violent conflict and the use of force impact on international relations, how force is used by states and other actors, and how force is managed in world politics. The module surveys a variety of perspectives on the causes of war and peace in order to better examine the roots of violent conflicts and security problems in the present day. A major theme is looking at war in a global context, not only in terms of integrating contemporary


Risk Management for Banking – ECOM055(delivered by the School of Economics and Finance)

The module is designed to give a good insight into the risk management process and how capital is allocated. We identify the main sources of risk experienced by financial institutions such as credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks. Methods for quantifying and managing risk are explored in detail with an emphasis on understanding factors affecting Value at Risk (VAR) calculations. Finally, we see how reporting standards, regulation and innovation have transformed the way financial institutions operate and what can we learn from recent risk management failures.

Themes and Cases in US Foreign Policy – POLM040(delivered by the School of Politics and International Relations)

This module will consider the principal forms in which US foreign policy has been practised and interpreted since the foundation of the Republic. Amongst these are American Exceptionalism and Anti- Americanism, ‘spheres of influence’, liberal interventionism and protectionist isolationism, Cold War containment, the ‘War on Terror’ following 9/11, and the strains on unipolarity in the early 21st Century. Amongst the case studies linked to these themes, we shall consider the role of Native Americans and immigration, the war of 1898, gunboat diplomacy in the Caribbean, the ideas of Woodrow Wilson, the Vietnam War, the consequences of the 9/11 attacks, and the challenges posed by China.


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Research areas

Applications are accepted based on the candidate’s previous academic performance, the quality of their research proposal and the availability of two members of staff to supervise the chosen topic. The School also encourages applications from those whose topic might best be supervised jointly with another department within the College.

Applicants are asked to submit a proposal of around 3,000 words, outlining the research that they hope to undertake, providing key references. A full academic transcript (a record of courses taken and grades achieved) and two academic references should also be included. Applications for PhD study beginning in September should be submitted no later than March of that year.

Entry requirementsYou will normally have a first degree with first or upper second class honours (or equivalent) and a masters degree (normally at merit level or above), in business/ management or a discipline related to your research topic. We normally expect to see evidence of first class academic work (ie some marks of more than 70 per cent). Relevant experience is also taken into account.

Please note, you are strongly encouraged to contact a member of staff with interests in your area or the PhD Programme Director to discuss your proposed research before making a formal application.

For information on which member of academic staff you might approach to discuss your ideas, visit: www.busman.qmul.ac.uk/staff

Our doctoral programme is one of the most vibrant and intensive research degrees in London. You will join an internationally recognised research community in which scholarly excellence and innovative training are highly valued. We attract students from around the world who benefit from the School’s expertise, energetic research culture and excellent facilities.

Research degrees normally consist of four years of full-time study in which an original contribution to an academic field is made. The School of Business and Management has an excellent record for offering fully funded studentships and we have placed PhDs in academic positions in top ranking UK and international universities. Former students have also been recruited to influential positions in the business, corporate and governmental sectors. Our taught programme covers all research methodological approaches and equips all first year PhD students with a wide range of knowledge and skills needed to complete their independent social scientific research. This programme is inter-departmental, involving departments from other Queen Mary and University of London faculties.

At Queen Mary, you will work with two supervisors who together will provide you with clear guidance and support throughout your studies. Over the years you can expect to form a close working relationship with your supervisors, meeting regularly during your time with the School. They will also closely advise and prepare you for the formal progression meeting that takes place after 9-12 months of research.


“Financial markets are important in people’s lives. We all have pensions, health insurance, we save for our children’s education, borrow to buy houses. We work for corporations. I fi nd it very stimulating to research how fi nancial markets work, how effi cient they are in processing information, how market professionals make their decisions, and how corporations make their fi nancial decisions”Yaz Gulnur Muradoglu, Professor of Finance


The School has eight research centres:The Centre for Globalisation Research (CGR) aims to be a leading academic hub for research on globalisation. Its research, dissemination and user engagement activities are structured around three research programmes, linked by the common theme of the analysis of globalisation:

• Economic Systems and Development

• Knowledge, Organisation and Social Networks

• Multinationals

It is a multidisciplinary project with its fellows and associates being drawn from the fields of economics, history, law, management, politics and sociology.

The Centre for Research in Equality and Diversity (CRED) is at the leading edge of equality and diversity research nationally and internationally. The research is focused on employment relations policies and practices, global diversity management, labour force and sectoral studies, migration, professional and low paid work, career studies, marketing and organisational aspects of equality and diversity and draws on the intersecting nature of inequalities including gender, ethnicity, religion, age and class.

The Centre has received in excess of £750,000 in grants from European and UK bodies and has built strong alliances with international universities and institutions.

The Centre for Research in Management and Organisational History (CMOH) was established in the summer of 2010. Its members are engaged in research in diverse historical subjects ranging chronologically from corporate

For further information, please contact:Monira Begum PhD Programme Administrator Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 8581 email: [email protected]

Director of the Doctoral Programme Professor Gill Kirton Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 7439 email: [email protected]

Research themesThe School of Business and Management at Queen Mary was created with a clear remit to build a distinctive research strategy in which scholarship of international quality could flourish. The strategy has been one of steady growth. The School has ten key themes, eight of which are research centres:

Centre for Globalisation Research (CGR); Centre for Equality and Diversity (CRED), Centre for Ethics and Politics (CfEP), Centre for Management and Organisational History (CMOH). In addition, the themes of Innovation, Networks and Knowledge and the Public Services are areas of development.

The School’s academics publish in leading business and management journals, author books and chapters and play a part in the wider national and international community. Our staff profiles detail areas of specialist interest and knowledge, along with publications and research in progress. The School has an established PhD community with some 40 students supported by strong academic expertise. Details about our PhD programme may be found at www.busman.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/phdprogramme

Research areas


essentially a social phenomenon rather than a set of economic tools: this describes what we are, the essence of our current identity. Our interest is the social/civic impact of marketing phenomena, its transformative effects.

The Organisational, Management and Leadership Learning Group (OMLL) is an interdisciplinary group of scholars committed to researching a range of approaches to learning, e.g. Leadership & Management Learning; Organisational Learning & Knowledge Management; Leadership for Diversity and Equality of Opportunity; Consultancy & Organisational Development (OD); Human Resource Development (HRD); Work, Learning & Innovation; Technologies in the Workplace; Virtual Learning & Social Media; Public Pedagogies; Communities of Practice & Networks of Practice; Social Learning; Change Management; Entrepreneurial Learning & SMEs; Management Education, Training & Development.

Public Management Group (PSG) Public management is a rapidly growing and increasingly important field of inter-disciplinary research. It includes management in core executives in national governments, but also strategic management in international organisations as well as the management of public services down to local level as well as regulatory activity. The field has roots in each of the principal areas of management studies and in organisation studies, but because appreciating political contexts is crucial in understanding the pressures which public managers face, research in this area has close links with public policy studies, political science, economics and political history.

financial reporting in the 18th Century to the introduction of robots at Fiat. Research also goes beyond the confines of what has been traditionally understood by ‘business history’, with for example, analysis of the (mis)use by corporations of their own history as part of their public relations, and the marketing methods of the Nazis.

The Centre for Ethics and Politics (CfEP) fosters post disciplinary research, teaching, and public engagement regarding the ethical and political dimensions of global business discourses, practices, and architectures. It provides an open institutional framework for scholars and postgraduate students in the School of Business and Management working together with scholars in other disciplines to collaborate on investigations, projects, and pedagogy addressing the ethical and political dimensions of new forms of work and emerging workplaces, as well as the ethics and politics of global tendencies in business and the environment, logistics and energy, finance and property, and regulation and governance.

The Business Eco-systems Research Group (BERG) BERG’s research focuses on inter-organisational relationships and business networks. Within the systemic framework of business ecosystems, BERG is about understanding how multiple actors create, distribute, and capture value, particularly. We thus focus on aspects of:

• Business Marketing and Strategy • Supply Chain Management • Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Business Networks and Systems

The Marketing and Communications Group (MARCOMMS) focuses on marketing as


“Being surrounded by an international, and very outgoing student body, I had lots of opportunity to meet very fun and interesting people from every part of the world”Vincent Aydin, MSc Management and Organisational Innovation



Gill Kirton PhD (Hertfordshire) Professor of Employment RelationsEmployment Relations, Trade Unions, Discrimination and Inequalities in Employment, Gender and Career, Diversity Management

Stella Ladi PhD (York) Senior Lecturer in Public ManagementProcesses of Policy Transfer, Global Governance, Comparative Public Policy, Relationship between Europeanisation and Globalisation and their Impact upon Domestic Public Policy, Role of NGOs and of Experts in the Policy Process

Martin Laffin PhD (Bradford) Head of SchoolChange in Public Sector Organisations, Politician-Bureaucrat Relations, Regional Government and Inter-Governmental Relations, The Professions in the Private and Public Sectors

Giuliano Maielli PhD(London) Senior Lecturer in Operations ManagementBusiness History, Business Organisation

Sushanta Mallick PhD(Warwick) Professor in International FinanceInternational Finance, Development Finance

Matteo Mandarini PhD (Warwick) Lecturer in StrategyTransformations of Work, Culture and Conflict, Workerism and Post-Workerism, Marxism, Post-structuralism, Political Theory, Strategy

Pedro Martins PhD (Warwick) Professor in Applied EconomicsLabour Economics, International Economics, and Micro Econometrics

Sean McCartney MSc (London) Professor of Accounting and Business HistoryBusiness History, Companies in the Industrial Revolution, UK Profitability 1855-1914, Railway Privatisation in the UK

Sadhvi Dar PhD (Cambridge) Lecturer in Corporate Social Responsibility/Business EthicsCritical Management Studies, International Development and Non-Governmental Organisations, Discourse Analysis, Ethnography

Denise Ferreira da Silva PhD (Pittsburgh, USA) Professor in EthicsPolitical Theory, Feminist Theory, Globalisation, Law and Human Rights, and Cultural Studies.

Sebastian Forkmann, PhD (Manchester Business School), Lecturer in Marketing and Supply Chain ManagementBusiness Relationships, Strategic Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Services, Innovation.

Brigitte Granville PhD (Florence, Italy) Professor of International Economics and Economic PolicyMonetary Theory, Macroeconomics, Economics of Essential Medicines, Fairtrade

Gerard Hanlon PhD (Dublin) Professor of Organisational SociologyPolitical Economy, Corporate Social Responsibility

Geraldine Healy PhD (Hertfordshire) Professor of Employment RelationsEmployment Relations, Inequalities and Career, Gender, Ethnicity and Work

Stephan Henneberg PhD (Cambridge) Chair Professor of Marketing and StrategyBusiness relationships, business networks, innovation, entrepreneurship, supply chain management, business strategy, political marketing

Yasmin Ibrahim PhD (London) Reader in International Business and CommunicationsIntercultural Communication, Political Communication, ICTs, Globalisation, Discourse Analysis, Creative and Culture Industries

Academic staff specialisms


Maxine Robertson PhD (Warwick) Professor of Innovation and OrganisationManaging Innovation, Managing Knowledge Workers, Professional Identity, Knowledge Management

Michael Rowlinson PhD (Aston) Professor of Organisation StudiesOrganisation Theory, Critical Management Studies, Management and Organisational History, Organisation Theory, Critical Management Studies

Almudena Sevilla PhD (Brown, USA) Senior Lecturer in EconomicsApplied Micro-Econometrics, Labour Economics, Family Economics, and Consumption

Suki Sian PhD (Aberdeen) Senior Lecturer in AccountingAccounting History, Professionalisation and Imperialism, Globalisation and International Accounting

Ahu Tatli PhD (London) Lecturer in International Human Resource ManagementDiscrimination and Inequality in Employment, Diversity and Careers, Agency and Change in Organisations, Practices and Discourses of Diversity Management

Tessa Wright PhD (London) Senior Lecturer in Human Resource ManagementEquality and Discrimination in the Workplace and Labour Market (with particular interests in Gender, Sexual Orientation, Migrant Workers and Intersectionality), Trade Union Action on Equality (including equality reps, and how procurement can incorporate equality objectives)

Amy Hackley PhD (London) Lecturer in MarketingProduct Placement, Entertainment Marketing, Promotional Ethics and Regulation, Advertising, Branding and Experiential Consumption, Consumer Research and Consumer Culture Theory, Death Rituals, Death Consumption and Identity, Critical and Interpretive Research Approaches

Christopher Miles PhD(East Anglia) Lecturer in Marketing and Communications Interface between Marketing Communications, Communication Theory, and Discourse Studies

Lutao Ning PhD (Cambridge) Lecturer in International BusinessInternationalisation of Emerging Market Multinational Enterprises, Foreign Direct Investment, Global Strategic Management, Chinese and East Asian Business

Mike Noon PhD (London) Professor of Human Resource ManagementEquality and Diversity, Ethnic Minorities and Employment, Human Resource Management

Nicholas O’Shaughnessy PhD (Cambridge) Professor of CommunicationsPolitical Marketing, Political Communication, Propaganda, Advertising, Social Marketing

Panos Panagiotopoulos PhD (Brunel) Lecturer in ManagementInformation Systems, Digital Governance, Social Media, Social Computing, Business Models

Pietro Panzarasa PhD (Bocconi, Italy) Senior Lecturer in Organisational Theory and BehaviourSocial Networks, Social Dynamics, Social Influence, Knowledge Transfer and Sharing, Online Communication, Collective Cognition

Martha Prevezer PhD (London) Senior Lecturer in Strategy and InnovationGlobalisation, International and Comparative Management, Business Management, Organisational History

Amit Rai PhD (Stanford, USA) Senior Lecturer in Communications and New MediaIndian Masculinity in Film, Anthropologies of Monstrosity, Sympathetic Discursive Relations, and the Swerves of Media (Clinamedia).

Fees and funding

Additional costsNo additional charges are made for registration, examinations, or membership of the Students’ Union. Additional costs will be incurred, however, in the following cases:

• Students attending field or language courses away from the College will be required to pay part or all of the cost

• Examination re-entry fees are charged to students who are not in attendance

• Research students taking longer than 12 months after finishing their research to write up their thesis will become liable to pay a writing-up fee

• Research students who are, following first assessment, required to re-enter the PhD examination will be required to pay an examination re-entry fee

The Research Councils and many other funding bodies pay fees direct to the College. Students who are not sponsored by public bodies, either in this country or abroad, are required to pay their fees either before, or at the time of enrolment at the beginning of the session.

Bursaries and funding for taught masters studentsPossible sources of funding for postgraduate students include the following:

AHRC (Home, EU only)For Arts and Humanities disciplines only. Apply to the relevant academic department for details.

Tuition feesThe postgraduate tuition fee rates are as follows.

Home/EU Full time - £10,500

Home/EU Part time - £5,250

International Full time - £16,925

Masters in Public Administration

(Home/EU/International) Full-time - £16,925

Part-time - £7,962.50 each year, for two years

Fees correct at the time of going to print.

These fees are correct at the time of going to print however they may be subject to change. Please check www.qmul.ac.uk/tuitionfees for up-to-date figures or contact the Admissions and RecruitmentOffice.

For a comprehensive list of international tuition fees and scholarships, please visit: www.qmul.ac.uk/international/feesfinance

Free phone (UK callers only): 0800 376 1800 Overseas callers: +44 (0)20 7882 5533 email: [email protected]

If you are in doubt as to whether you will be classed as an overseas or home student please consult the Admissions and Recruitment Office at an early stage.


Professional and Career Development Loans (Home and EU students).Postgraduate students wishing to undertake certain programmes to enhance their career development, who cannot obtain alternative funding, may borrow a maximum of £8,000 to cover 80 per cent of tuition fees plus living expenses. Repayments are delayed and the Government pays the interest for the duration of your study and for one month afterwards. Details are available from the Directgov website (www.direct.gov.uk) and participating banks.

International studentsThere are additional scholarships and bursaries available for international students. For the most up-to-date details, please see: www.qmul.ac.uk/international/scholarships

Please note that all bursaries are subject to change.

Westfield Trust Bursaries (Home, EU and International students)A small number of Westfield Trust bursaries worth £2,000 are available each year to students on selected taught postgraduate programmes. Any applicant for admission to one of the selected programmes will be automatically considered for bursary, and there is no separate application form. Details are available from the Admissions and Recruitment Office from January each year.

College Postgraduate Bursaries (Home, EU and International students)A small number of bursaries worth £2,000 are available each year to students on selected taught postgraduate programmes. Any applicant for admission to one of the selected programmes will be automatically considered for bursary, and there is no separate application form. International Students are eligible for the bursary, but will only receive the equivalent of the Home/EU fee deducted from the tuition fee. Details are available from the Admissions and Recruitment Office from January each year.

“I chose Queen Mary due to the diverse nature of the course, encapsulating not only marketing, but elements of economics, consumer psychology and political science. I’m studying for academic fulfilment and to gain new practical and theoretical skills. I have just found out that I’m one of only a handful of graduates to have been accepted onto the Virgin Media graduate scheme”Neil Shah, MSc Marketing



To the north of the campus is the famous Roman Road, an excellent place to grab a few bargains, as well as reasonably priced fruit and veg. Whitechapel market is also not far, where you’ll find a huge range of fresh produce, as well as clothes, electrical goods and almost anything else you care to mention.

Also nearby is Brick Lane with its curry houses, cafes, clubs and bars. It’s a great place for shopping as well as eating, with excellent vintage shops, up-and coming designer boutiques and a great music shop, Rough Trade East. The Truman Brewery and 93 Feet East host regular live music and club nights, and on Sundays, the whole place transforms into one of London’s biggest markets. You’ll find designer sample sales, new and vintage clothes, furniture, bric-a-brac, cosmetics and food to take away. Shoreditch with its many galleries, clubs and cafes is just the other side of Brick Lane, through the old Spitalfields market space that has been transformed with new retail outlets and restaurants.

Less than two miles from the Mile End campus, the Olympic Park is undergoing an amazing £300m transformation and will re-open as the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Living in London in the spring of 2014. There will be five state-of-the-art sporting venues, as well as cafes, cultural venues and lots of green space. Stratford is also home to Westfield Stratford City – Europe’s largest urban shopping centre with over 300 shops, 70 restaurants, a 17- screen cinema and a 14-lane bowling alley. Visit: www.qmul.ac.uk/studentlife/social/london

London is one of the world’s most culturally rich and inspiring cities. You can take advantage of some of the best resources in the country – such as special collections, libraries, and museums – that will feed into and complement your studies. Living in London also gives you access to outstanding art galleries, theatre, and live music, as well as first-class sporting and other recreational facilities. There are over 250 museums and galleries, and the major museums, such as The Science Museum, Natural History Museum, V&A Museum and art galleries such as Tate Modern, Tate Britain and the National Gallery offer free entry.

East LondonQueen Mary is based in east London, the hub of London’s creative community, and home to its financial centres, Canary Wharf and the City. The area is steeped in history, yet always looking to the future, and is uniquely British in its diverse character. The 2012 Olympics – held less than two miles from our campus – has sealed east London’s status as ‘the place to be’ in the capital city. Close to the campus you will find convenience stores, a range of pubs, cafes and restaurants, and the open green spaces of Mile End Park. Regent’s Canal runs alongside the campus, home to handful of narrowboats, ducks and swans. The enormous and beautifully maintained Victoria Park is short walk along the canal.

London, our location and accommodation


Canary Wharf, Londons fi nancial centre, is based in east London


France House hall of residence by Regent’s canal on the Mile End campus.

For virtual tours of our rooms and full details of all accommodation options, visit: www.residences.qmul.ac.uk


Queen Mary student village and halls of residenceRents for single rooms range from £118–£157 per week, inclusive of gas and electricity bills.

University of London HallsAbout 150 Queen Mary students live in the University of London’s Intercollegiate Halls in central London, alongside students from other London colleges. Rents for single rooms are from £180 per week, inclusive of breakfast, evening meals and all gas and electricity bills.

Privately rented accommodationMany postgraduates prefer to rent private accommodation off campus in the local area. We provide advice, information and an online search facility of privately owned accommodation available for rent. Much of this accommodation is in east or north-east London, within easy walking or commuting distance of Mile End. Rents typically range from £100-£150 per week.

Family accommodation If you have family, we would strongly advise you not to bring your partner or children to live in London until you have secured suitable, affordable housing. There is very little university or hostel accommodation for students with families, and housing in the private sector can be very expensive.

ContactFor all enquiries about accommodation: Residences Office, Queen Mary University of London Mile End Road, London, E1 4NS Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5522 email: [email protected] www.residences.qmul.ac.uk

AccomodationQueen Mary is unique among central London’s universities in being able to offer a completely self-contained residential campus, with a 2,000-bed award-winning Student Village on our Mile End campus.

All College accommodation is provided in self-catered houses, flats and maisonettes. You also have access to rooms in the fully catered University of London Halls in central London. There is also a good range of private accommodation in the area around the campus. We can provide you with information on available properties, and guidance on renting privately. Some of our residences are reserved exclusively for postgraduate students, while in others you can share with final year undergraduates. Single sex accommodation is available in non-en-suite accommodation, subject to availability. Once you have firmly accepted your offer to study at Queen Mary, you will be sent full details of how to apply for College housing. Rooms are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and there is no set deadline for postgraduate applicants. For the best chance of getting the accommodation you want, apply before the end of May in the year of your entry. If you live close enough to the College to commute, you will normally be expected to live at home until all those students who cannot commute have been housed. Some rooms may then become available after term begins. Help will be given to late international applicants on their arrival in London. For more information visit: www.qmul.ac.uk/prearrival

Rent scales and informationThe prices quoted relate to the academic year 2013-14 and are reviewed each year. Rent is payable each term in advance.

London, our location and accommodation

For further information contact: The School of Engineering and Materials Science Queen Mary University of LondonMile End Road, London E1 4NSTel: +44 (0)20 7882 8735 email: [email protected]@qmul.ac.uk

For further information contact: Postgraduate Programmes ManagerSchool of Business and ManagementTel: +44 (0)20 7882 3920email: [email protected] web: www.busman.qmul.ac.uk

PhD Programme AdministratorSchool of Business and ManagementTel: +44 (0)20 7882 8581email: [email protected]: www.busman.qmul.ac.uk

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School of Business and Management Postgraduate Brochure - Entry 2014