WELL GO TO GREAT LENGTHS TO HELP YOUR CAREER GO FURTHER

MSc Programmes 2011/12

Aston Business School strives to be the most inspirational and innovative business school in Europe. We are also proud that our students are among the most employable and globally mobile in the world. The positive, welcoming and warm environment of our School ensures our students engage, learn and develop rapidly while they study here. We are committed to ensuring our students have a life-changing experience by acquiring highly practical knowledge and skills so that they go on to become outstanding leaders in their organisations and communities around the world.

Professor Michael West Executive Dean, Aston Business School.

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02 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Why Aston Business School Student Profiles International Exchange Opportunities European Master in Management MSc Accounting & Finance MSc Business & Management MSc Finance & Financial Regulation MSc Finance & Investments MSc Human Resource Management & Business MSc Information Systems & Business Analysis MSc International Business MSc Investment Analysis MSc Islamic Finance MSc Marketing Management MSc Operational Research & Management Studies MSc Operational Research & Performance Management MSc Organisational Behaviour MSc Organisational Psychology & Business MSc Social Responsibility & Sustainability MSc Strategic Human Resource Management for HR Professionals MSc Strategy & International Business MSc Supply Chain Management MSc Work Psychology & Business Campus and the City Entry Requirements and How to Apply

A CHANCE TO OPEN YOUR WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY

Why Aston Business School

Aston Business School is an inspirational learning community, which seeks to develop individual and organisational creative wisdom. We instil a winning business approach into all students, enabling you to take full control of your future career. Our vision is to encourage aspiration through inspiration, and by building and developing leadership skills we shape the most enterprising global leaders of the future. Aston Business School has a truly international environment with more than 50 nationalities represented on the MSc programmes; working together you will develop the essential skills required to become a global leader. Our outstanding student facilities are designed to enhance your learning experience and inspire your creative thinking. These include a purpose-built suite, accessible 24 hours a day by swipe card, with free Wi-Fi connection.

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Accreditation
We have an established global reputation for offering a unique educational experience. We provide high quality education and are among the elite 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation from AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS. We put you at the heart of what we do to provide a truly transformational learning experience. We develop future leaders, encouraging you to be the best you can be, and to be an inspiration to others.

Research
Research at Aston Business School enjoys a reputation as being of a world-class standard and internationally relevant. Our research is referenced worldwide and our academics are in high demand to work with many other professionals on a range of collaborative projects.

Rankings
Aston Business School is consistently recognised by the most prominent rankings as being at the forefront of business education. Financial Times Masters in Management 2009: > > > > 1st in the world for careers for the 3rd year running 4th in the UK 30th in the world One of only nine British business schools to make the top 50.

Career Advancement
A dedicated MSc Careers Advisor will help you make the most of your career opportunities. We are ranked number 1 worldwide for careers in the Financial Times Masters in Management 2009 and will support you both during and after your programme. Many of our graduates enter general management roles, whilst others with specialised degrees such as finance or Human Resource Management move towards roles closely related to their Masters subject.

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Student Profiles
Ella Malin MSc Accounting & Finance United Kingdom
Having my Masters has helped now that I am in the work place and gaining experience. My directors are really impressed with the qualification and mention it regularly to others. I started my graduate traineeship after I finished my programme and since I started Ive already had a 25% pay-rise and Ive been posted to work in one of our international offices. I have learnt a lot from the programme such as fine tuning my presentation skills; listening to others; understanding people from different backgrounds and making good use of my abilities. I have also learnt a great deal of business knowledge which has helped me in my current position. For example, how to understand balance sheets, profit and loss, cash flows, money and capital markets and the like. The quality of teaching was very high, as all the lecturers have worked in finance, so they were always up to date with their academic and industry knowledge.

Alfredo Argueta MSc International Business Honduras

The quality of education is of the highest standard, and the quality of my peers in the classroom was just as outstanding. A Masters degree really adds depth to your undergraduate degree and allows you to look at things from a different perspective, allowing you to be more creative with business solutions, ideas and projects. I think the greatest achievement Ive made while in the UK has been the incredible international network Ive built. I can literally say I have contacts all over the world now. It truly fulfilled my ambitions of being able to engage in international business with people spanning the globe.

Jim Yang MSc Marketing Management China

Aston Business School has a global reputation, especially in marketing. The well structured programme gave me an in-depth understanding of marketing management from both academic and practical perspectives. The lectures were delivered by the most experienced professors with an international background. I not only learnt professional knowledge in marketing but also improved my influencing skills, team working and leadership. The communication skills I got from the syndicate group also helped me to develop good relationships with suppliers and always go for win-win negotiations.

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International Exchange Opportunities

Study abroad programme Aston Business School strives to meet the current needs of employers and students in our globalised economy. To achieve this we have forged strong links with other high quality business schools worldwide, presenting our students with exciting international study exchange opportunities. Students currently have three options to study abroad: > Exchange programme > Cultural studies programme > Double degree. Exchange programme This allows students to gain academic credit towards their degree through study at one of our partner institutions (subject to Course Directors approval). Students replace their third term Aston modules with an appropriate number of modules studied at the partner institution. For a list of our exchange programme partners please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Cultural studies summer programme Students may also participate in our Cultural Studies Summer Programme. This does not count towards their Aston degree but is designed as a cultural/ academic addition to their Aston programme. It is undertaken in the summer period at the end of the students final term of study. Double degrees This allows students who have successfully completed the taught part of their programme at Aston to enrol in the final year at one of the Grande Ecole MSc programmes of one of our French partners and to obtain a second Masters degree. > > > > France AUDENCIA Ecole de Management France Bordeaux Ecole de Management France EDHEC Business School Lille/Nice France Grenoble Ecole de Management. This programme is particularly suitable for those students who do not have the module flexibility within their degree to participate in the third term study programme. Our summer programme partners include: > Norway BI Norwegian School of Management > Hong Kong, China Chinese University of Hong Kong > Hong Kong, China Hong Kong Polytechnic University > South Korea University of Korea.

All study abroad programmes are taught in English and are exempt from tuition fees.

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European Master in Management

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 2 years August The taught part of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements > Bachelors Degree (in any discipline) > GMAT score of approximately 600 > International students whose native language is not English will also need to satisfy our English language requirements with one of the following: TOEFL score of 600/675 (paper based) or 250/300 (computer based), or 100/120 (internet based) IELTS score of 6.5 TOEIC score of 850-900. Career opportunities The European Master in Management provides students with specific skills in management as well as the intercultural competencies required to conduct business at an international level. Students have the opportunity to live and study in at least two countries and thus develop a thorough understanding of cultural characteristics essential for their future career. Fees UK/EU students 13,000 Euros per year (2010 fee) International students 18,000 Euros per year (2010 fee). Scholarships There are several scholarships available to European and International EMM students. These scholarships are limited in number and are highly competitive. They are granted under various criteria depending mainly on coherence with the programmes mission and values such as diversity, merit and financial need. Course Director Dr Kathryn Ainsworth BA, MSc, PhD Dr Ainsworth is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the taught MSc programmes offered by Aston Business School. Her teaching interests are in the area of intercultural communication and the development of intercultural competence in a business context. Her current research interests include the integration of international students into a UK study context, and the impact of language use in this process.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.european-master.com This innovative Triple-Degree programme is a general management course offering a specialisation in the second year and work placements. It is a joint initiative between Aston Business School; EMLYON Business School, France and Ludwig Maximilians University in Germany. Students will take their first two terms of core management subjects at the same site with professors from France, Germany and the UK mobilising to teach students. Students enrolled on this programme will receive an MSc degree from each partner institution. Programme outline In the first two terms, students will study core management modules at EMLYON. Following an extended work placement, the second year will be devoted to the students specialism: either Marketing at Aston Business School, Corporate Finance at EMLYON Business School or Organisation, Strategy and Change at Ludwig Maximilian University, followed by the dissertation. Core modules (first two terms) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Accounting and Reporting for Managers Business Game Corporate Financial Management Corporate Governance Entrepreneurs for the World Human Resource Management Leadership Development Management Accounting Management of Information Systems Managerial Economics Market Research Marketing Management Operations Management Organisational Behaviour Strategic Management.

Elective modules for the second year will depend on the specialisation students choose to study. Assessment The taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework (details of the assessment criteria for each module are given in the module outline).

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MSc Accounting & Finance

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme is designed for candidates wishing to acquire expertise in both accounting and finance, while developing the necessary skills for senior management roles in those areas. This programme is also suitable for those wishing to pursue more advanced studies, such as a PhD. Recent examples of jobs include: > > > > > > Junior Auditor Ernst & Young Auditor Deloitte and Touche Financial Analyst Rhodia Chartered Accountant Grant Thornton Project Manager United Nations Organisation Analyst Matson, Driscoll & Damico LLP.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This programme provides students with a solid foundation and understanding of the accounting and finance principles. Designed for graduates from any academic discipline who wish to become senior business managers or seek a career in accounting, financial management, banking and financial services. Accreditation

Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Programme outline The seven taught modules will give students a clear understanding of the accounting and finance joint roles in ensuring successful operations in a range of business settings, including financial, non-financial and public sector organisations and for providing information to interested parties. Modules > Corporate Governance Regulation and Compliance > Financial Reporting > Management Accounting (double module) > Business Finance > International Finance > Applied Research Methods > Financial Statement Preparation. Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The seven taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Professional exemptions Successful completion of this programme leads to exemptions from professional accountancy bodies the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Graduates will still need to secure professional training and complete further exams in order to become fully qualified in accountancy, but these exemptions demonstrate to future employers their commitment and potential to complete sector qualifications. Course Director Dr Ataur Belal PhD, MBA, FCCA, FHEA Dr Belal is a lecturer in accounting at Aston Business School. Previously he has taught at the University of Toulouse Business School, France, the University of Regensburg, Germany, Sheffield University Management School, UK and the University of Chittagong, Bangladesh. His principal research interest lies in the area of social and environmental accounting. His teaching interests are social and environmental accounting, financial accounting and international accounting.

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MSc Business & Management

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme prepares students for a wide range of professional and management careers across business functions and sectors including accountancy, marketing, operations, HR and strategic management. Recent examples of jobs include: > > > > > > > > Management Consultant Deloitte Financial Analyst PwC Business Analyst BT Marketing Specialist Starbucks Junior Consultant Ernst & Young Business Analyst Accenture Account Development Manager Coors Brewery Production Analyst Nike.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com The MSc in Business & Management is appropriate for graduates whose undergraduate degree is from a non-business subject area. This programme provides a comprehensive focus of key areas of business education and will therefore complement a first degree for students of engineering, the sciences and humanities. Programme outline There are eight compulsory modules as shown below. Foundation & Integrating modules > > > > > > > > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers Organisational Behaviour Marketing Management Operations Management Strategic Management Management of Innovation Applied Research Methods Economic Environment of Business.

Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Professor Nathan Joseph ACMA, MBA, DIC, PhD Professor Joseph is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (ACMA) and a Member of the EURO Working Group on Financial Modelling. He is also Associate Editor for the International Journal of Applied Decision Sciences, and the British Accounting Review. He is on the Editorial board for the International Quarterly Journal in Finance, the Finance Letter, and the Journal of International Business and Finance. His current research interests include: Modelling asset pricing; Risk management and asset pricing; Market efficiency and stock price overreaction; Corporate governance and share price impacts.

Elective modules Students must choose two elective modules from a range of modules not included as Foundation and Integrating modules for the programme. A full listing of electives and complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The ten taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of the programme. Students should ensure that their choice of elective modules is consistent with their intended dissertation topic area.

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MSc Finance & Financial Regulation

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Entry requirements Applicants should hold an honours degree from one of the following areas: Finance, Accounting, Law with Finance and/or Accounting. Business Studies entrants should demonstrate some prior understanding of Finance, Law and/or Accounting at an undergraduate level. Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme is designed for candidates wishing to pursue a career in finance in the private and public sectors as well as those wishing to pursue a career in financial regulation with financial regulatory bodies and financial institutions such as banks. The programme is also suitable for those wishing to pursue more advanced studies, such as a PhD on completion of the programme. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Professor Nathan Joseph ACMA, MBA, DIC, PhD Professor Joseph is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (ACMA) and a Member of the EURO Working Group on Financial Modelling. He is also Associate Editor for the International Journal of Applied Decision Sciences, and the British Accounting Review. He is on the Editorial board for the International Quarterly Journal in Finance, the Finance Letter, and the Journal of International Business and Finance. His current research interests include: Modelling asset pricing; Risk management and asset pricing; Market efficiency and stock price overreaction; Corporate governance and share price impacts.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This programme is designed to offer specialist and integrated instruction in both Finance and Financial Regulation. The programme will be attractive to graduates who wish to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the operations of firms, organisations and markets within their financial, economic and regulatory environments. It will also appeal to graduates wishing to pursue regulatory and compliance based careers. Programme outline The taught modules are designed to enable students to appreciate and understand both finance and financial regulation. Modules > Corporate Governance Regulation and Compliance > Law of Investment Regulation > Islamic Commercial Law > Financial Reporting > Business Finance > International Finance > Applied Research Methods > Financial Statement Preparation. Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research. Successful completion of both the taught and research parts of the programme leads to the completion of the degree.

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MSc Finance & Investments

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Assessment Taught modules are assessed by examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements Candidates must have a good level of quantitative and analytical skills. While it is anticipated that most applicants will have studied finance or economics at undergraduate level, this programme is also appropriate for students with a good first degree in mathematics, statistics, computing, engineering or the sciences. Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities Potential employers include investment and retail banks, specialist finance houses, investment management companies, business services consultancies, insurance/reinsurance companies, pension funds, regulatory bodies and specialist actuarial and underwriting practices. Recent examples of jobs include: > > > > > > > > > > > > Investment Banker Bualuang Securities PCL Management Trainee Bank of China (Beijing) Asset Manager Dexia Asset Management Stock broker Capital Group Risk Analyst NPower Analyst Euromax Capital Global Finance (UK) Junior Financial Analyst IATCO (Saudi Arabia) Accountant KPMG (Paris) Auditor Deloitte (Paris) Intern HSBC Financial Economist The French Treasury Risk Analyst Barclaycard.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This programme will provide students with knowledge, understanding and skills appropriate to careers in the financial and insurance sectors, such as in financial analysis, stockbroking, market trading, investment and commercial banking, investment regulation and corporate finance. Through high quality teaching, we blend finance theory with practical applications and research tools. The facilities and equipment used on the programme are of the highest standard, giving students access to the most innovative tools available. These include a dedicated Reuters dealing room facility, asset market trading simulations and a range of databases. The specific objectives of this programme are to develop: > An understanding of the main decision-making areas in finance and investments > A knowledge of financial market structures and to explore these in a dealing room environment > An understanding of the main research tools used in finance and investments > The ability to apply the main mathematical and statistical techniques used in financial decision-making > The ability to critically evaluate contemporary finance > An appreciation of the international dimensions in finance and how to apply appropriate risk management techniques > Completion of the Reuters Certification programme. Compulsory modules > > > > > > Valuation of Investments (double module) Market Microstructure Quantitative Methods for Finance Financial Econometrics Finance Theory and Practice Business Finance.

Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Professor Patricia Chelley-Steeley BA, MA, PhD Professor Chelley-Steeleys current research focuses on Market Microstructure and Experimental Finance, particularly in the following areas: equity market integration, the influence of the trading system, portfolio predictability and asset market liquidity.

Elective modules (choose one) > Trading Techniques > International Finance. Complete outlines for all modules are available online.

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MSc Human Resource Management & Business

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: Full-time 12 months Part-time 24 months October Assessment The taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a project. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities The MSc HRMB prepares postgraduates for a wide range of generalist, specialist, consultancy and research roles in the related fields of HR, Personnel and Recruitment. The focus of this programme therefore allows graduates to pursue careers in either a more generalist HR role, or more specialist positions, such as Resourcing, Learning and Development, Reward, Diversity and Policy Development. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Directors Dr Jonathan Crawshaw (Full-time route) MCIPD Dr Crawshaw is himself an alumnus of the Aston University MSc in HRM programme, graduating and gaining his CIPD accreditation in 2000. He went on to study for his PhD at Aston, with his research focussing on the relationship between individual and organisational career management strategies. Dr Ann Davis (Part-time route) BSc, MCIPD, CPsychol Dr Davis has been teaching and researching in Human Resource Management and work psychology for over 20 years. A psychologist by training, she obtained both her BSc and PhD from Nottingham University. Her doctoral thesis explored the influence of job values on expressed attitudes to organisational change. Her research interests centre on the relationship between the individual and the organisation.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com For both new graduates and those currently working who wish to develop a career in HR, our excellently rated MSc programme provides the perfect opportunity to achieve a Masters degree and a professional qualification (CIPD) at the same time. In addition we offer the opportunity to complete Level A and B Psychometric testing training as defined by the British Psychological Society. Accreditation and professional exemptions This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD), meets the requirements of the CIPD Professional Education Scheme and successful completion leads to full graduate membership. Programme outline This programme aims to develop an understanding of the concepts, models and theories relevant to the management of people in work organisations. It also addresses the skills required for effective analysis and policy formation and is distinctive in grounding the study of HRM firmly within the broader study of management, with an emphasis on managing change and a concentration on strategic issues. Modules > Organisational Behaviour > Learning, Training and Development > Human Resource Management Assessment, Performance and Reward > Research Methods in Human Resource Management & Business and Organisational Behaviour > International Human Resource Management > Skills for Human Resource Management > Strategic Human Resource Management & Performance > Leading and Influencing in Organisations > Employee Relations and Involvement > Marketing Management > Work, Organisation and Change. Complete outlines for all modules are available online.

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MSc Information Systems & Business Analysis

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: Full-time 12 months Part-time 24 months October Assessment The seven taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a project. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities The programme aims to prepare graduates for a range of specialist careers as consultants, managers and business analysts. Due to the importance of information systems in all organisations, the programme will also prepare students for general organisational and project management careers. Previous graduates of similar programmes have secured career development roles in major organisations such as Deloitte, UBS and Jaguar Land Rover. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Mr Paul Bocij BA (Hons), PGCert (SSRM), MPhil, LCGI, MBCS, CITP, FIfL Mr Bocij is a Teaching Fellow at Aston Business School, specialising in ICT, information systems and e-business. He is the author of numerous books related to technology and is one of the writers behind Business Information Systems, one of the UKs most successful text books. He is a Chartered Information Technology Professional and a member of the British Computer Society. His industry experience spans more than 25 years.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com The MSc in Information Systems & Business Analysis (ISBA) is designed to give an expert understanding of how information systems support the business and its operations. It equips students with the technical, organisational and people skills needed to develop business systems and manage IS projects in practice. Through its three specialist career pathways (Information Systems Management, Enterprise Systems or Business Analysis), the programme builds in-depth knowledge and experience to prepare graduates for a range of careers in IS consultancy, business analysis and management. Compulsory modules > > > > Foundation in Business Systems Developing Business Systems Workshop Managing Projects Learning, Skills and Career Development.

Elective modules Students take three electives depending on which specialist stream is chosen Information Systems Management (ISM), Enterprise Systems (ES) or Business Analysis (BA): > > > > > > Operations Management (ISM, ES) Enterprise Resource Planning (ES) Spreadsheets (ES, BA) Simulation for Managerial Decision Making (BA) Business Intelligence (ISM, BA) Information Systems Management (ISM).

Complete outlines for all modules are available online.

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MSc International Business

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Assessment The ten taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme prepares postgraduates for a wide range of professional and management careers in businesses and organisations engaged in international activities. These opportunities exist across business functions and sectors including accountancy, marketing, operations, HR and strategic management. Known employment destinations for this programme cover all the main business areas and show that typical jobs entered include: consultancy and business analysis, marketing, business development and sales management, finance and purchasing. Recent examples of jobs include: > Management Trainee Exel Europe > Junior Finance Officer RBS > Personnel Advisor Reed. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Mr Kirit Vaidya B.Soc.Sc. (Economics, Politics, Sociology), FRSA Senior Lecturer in Business Economics, MSc in International Business Course Director and member of the Economics and Strategy Group. Chair of the Aston Business School Technology Strategy Group (TSG). His current research interests include technology transfer and industrial development business strategies in emerging economies, with special reference to China and rural infrastructure planning in developing countries. His recent projects and publications include: Capability development of Chinese manufacturing enterprises, Shifting comparative advantage of Chinese manufacturing sectors and Employment generation through public works in South Africa, Nepal and Cambodia.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This MSc in International Business concentrates on the links between the major business functions and their role in international business and commerce. Students will develop an appreciation of the special requirements for successfully conducting international business activities across national boundaries, develop knowledge and understanding of relevant theories and be able to apply them in business case studies. Students have an opportunity to go on a study visit to one of our partner institutions in Europe. The programme typically includes lectures by staff from the partner institution and company visits. Many students take advantage of our term three study aboard programme. Please see our website for further information. Compulsory modules > > > > > > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers International Business International Business Research Advanced Topics in International Business Strategic Management Economic Environment of Business.

Elective modules (choose four) > > > > > > > > > > International Finance Organisational Behaviour International Human Resource Management Marketing Management International Marketing Management Applied Econometrics International Operations Operations Management Quality Management Topics in Advanced Strategy.

Complete outlines for all modules are available online.

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MSc Investment Analysis

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Students are also encouraged to complete the Reuters Certification a recognised professional qualification on the use of Reuters. Complete outlines for all modules are available online. APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This programme is ideal for graduates who have some experience in finance, economics or a mathematical subject but have not majored in finance. It will provide students with knowledge, understanding and the skills appropriate for careers in the financial sector or a related industry. It is also an excellent qualification for those wishing to enter a career in financial management. As well as a range of modules on finance theory the programme has a strong focus on practical application of finance within a trading or corporate setting. This culminates in students undertaking a financial analyst evaluation of a live company for their dissertation. The facilities and equipment used on the programme are of the highest standard, giving students access to the most innovative tools available. These include a dedicated Reuters dealing room facility, asset market trading simulations and a range of databases. Programme outline Students will study equity, debt and derivative markets in domestic and international sectors. They will discover how to undertake security valuation and portfolio management as well as learning about the key techniques used by financial traders. The knowledge and skills from the taught modules will be blended together for the investment analysis projects. Modules > > > > > > > Valuation of Investments (double module) Quantitative Methods for Finance Trading Techniques Security Analysis Investment Management Business Finance International Finance. Assessment The seven taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements Candidates must have quantitative and analytical skills. Applicants will have studied some finance, economics or other quantitative modules at undergraduate level. Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme provides graduates with the knowledge, understanding and skills appropriate to careers in the financial, insurance and corporate sector, such as financial and investment analysis, stockbroking, market trading, investment and commercial banking and corporate finance. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Professor Patricia Chelley-Steeley BA, MA, PhD Professor Chelley-Steeleys current research focuses on Market Microstructure and Experimental Finance, particularly in the following areas: equity market integration, the influence of the trading system, portfolio predictability and asset market liquidity.

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MSc Islamic Finance

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: Full-time 12 months Part-time 24 months October Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme prepares postgraduates to enter a wide range of professional and management careers in accountancy, business services for Islamic banking, Shariah-compliant investment and insurance. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Bursaries: Bursaries are available for outstanding applicants. Please email Dr Omneya Abdelsalam for further information: o.h.abd-elsalam@aston.ac.uk Course Director Dr Omneya Abdelsalam BSc, MSc, PhD, FHEA Dr Abdelsalam is a senior lecturer in Accounting, in the Finance, Accounting & Law Group at Aston Business School and the director of Aston Universitys Research Centre for Islamic Finance & Business. She is also a fellow of the UK Academy of Higher Education and a member of the Senate at Aston University. She has held teaching appointments at Heriot-Watt University, Mansoura University, American University of Sharjah and ETQM College in Dubai. She is a member of the editorial board and ad-hoc reviewer of various academic journals and international conferences. She has published various research papers in international academic journals. One of her publications has been ranked in the top ten cited by Science Direct (June 2009). Two of her research papers have been ranked by Science Direct in the top 25 for more than three years.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com Islamic finance is a fast developing industry in the UK, in which Aston Business School is leading with this new postgraduate degree programme. As the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham is already providing an international centre of excellence for the growing Islamic financial and legal services. With the collapse of the conventional banking system, businesses have turned to the more conservative Islamic finance approach, which does not allow the sale of debts or interest and encourages the sharing of risks and rewards. Programme outline This programme has been developed to meet the growing interest in Shariah-compliant finance across the world. Mainstream financial institutions can learn from Islamic finance principles in their recovery from and avoidance of global economic crises. Modules > Corporate Governance, Regulation and Compliance > Financial Reporting > Business Finance > Applied Research Methods > Islamic Accounting & Reporting > Islamic Banking & Insurance > Islamic Commercial Law > Islamic Economics, Business & Finance. Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment Taught modules are assessed by examinations and coursework. In addition students will undertake a dissertation; a substantial piece of research on a specific issue or aspect of Islamic finance or business.

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MSc Marketing Management

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme prepares postgraduates for a wide range of general and specialist roles in marketing including: brand management; market research; market planning and product development; promotion; media relations, and direct marketing. Although marketing exists as a separate sector, with opportunities working for marketing consultancies and agencies, it also crosses the full range of industry sectors with in-house opportunities in manufacturing, the service sectors and public sector/not-for-profit organisations. Recent examples of jobs include: > > > > > > Assistant Brand Manager Procter & Gamble Assistant Marketing Manager Hyundai Marketing Specialist Starbucks Brand Manager Pepsico International (Cyprus) Brand Manager Mattel Junior Consultant Ernst and Young.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This MSc in Marketing Management is designed to meet the needs of graduates who have not previously specialised in marketing but now wish to do so. Whilst featuring specialist marketing modules, an understanding and appreciation of other business functions within organisations is also developed. Accreditation This programme has been approved and accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing to provide direct entry onto the CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing and entry to the Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing after acquiring the appropriate work experience. Compulsory modules > > > > Marketing Management Foundations of Marketing Science Market Research Marketing Strategy.

Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Dr Ian Combe BSc, MSc by Research, PhD Dr Combes research interests lie in a range of topics that interface between marketing and strategic management such as strategic orientation, strategic flexibility, strategy practice and managing service quality. He is experienced in conducting case study research and in the use of cognitive research methods such as sorting technique, laddering technique and cognitive mapping. His work has been published in journals such as the European Journal of Marketing, the Journal of Marketing Management and the Managerial Auditing Journal.

Elective modules (choose four) > > > > > > > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers Integrated Marketing Communications International Marketing Management Marketing Psychology Services Marketing Strategic Management e-marketing.

Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The eight taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation.

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MSc Operational Research & Management Studies

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Entry requirements Candidates must also have strong quantitative skills. Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme prepares students for a wide range of research and analytical roles across all business and industry sectors. Typical job roles entered by graduates include operational researcher, project manager, business analyst, risk analyst and data analyst, with entry in some cases through graduate training programmes. All graduate employers recruiting to business roles put a high premium on the numerical, problemsolving and analytical skills developed through this MSc programme. Key sectors recruiting postgraduates with an operational research background include finance, management consultancy, energy, transport/logistics, marketing/market research, manufacturing, defence, government service and health. Recent examples of jobs include: > > > > > > > > > Financial Consultant Eurobank Consultant Oxera Consulting Operations Analyst Vodafone Analyst Sainsburys (UK) Demand Forecasting Analyst N Power Accountant Proulebsi Marketer Wave Marketing Sales Executive CPP Civil Servant OFWAT (UK).

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This programme is especially suitable for students wishing to combine the use of quantitative skills and information technology with modern management methods for effective intervention in business decision-making. Students will learn some of the most widely used mathematical and statistical methods in managerial decision-making whilst also becoming familiar with fundamental managerial disciplines and with the potential offered by information technology. Compulsory modules > > > > Statistical & Econometric Analysis Operational Research Methods Structuring Complex Problems Spreadsheets.

Elective modules (choose six) At least two from: > Econometric Methods of Performance Measurement > Data Envelopment Analysis > Data Mining for Managerial Decision Making > Simulation for Managerial Decision Making. At least three from: > > > > > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers Organisational Behaviour Marketing Management Operations Management Strategic Management.

Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Scholarships and bursaries Some scholarships of up to 2,000 are available for suitably qualified candidates. Course Director Dr Ali Emrouznejad BSc, MSc, PhD Dr Emrouznejads areas of research interest include performance measurement and management, efficiency and productivity analysis as well as data mining. His special interest is on the quantitative methods of performance measurement, and especially those based on the broad set of methods known as Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA).

Other elective modules are also available and complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The ten taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation.

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MSc Operational Research & Performance Management

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: Full-time 12 months October Entry requirements Candidates must have strong quantitative skills. Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities Typical job roles entered by graduates from this MSc programme include operational researcher, project manager, business analyst, risk analyst and data analyst, with entry in some cases through graduate training programmes. All graduate employers recruiting to business roles put a high premium on the numerical, problemsolving and analytical skills developed through this MSc programme. Key sectors recruiting postgraduates with an OR background include finance, management consultancy, energy, transport/logistics, marketing/ market research, manufacturing, defence, government service and health. Recent examples of jobs include: > > > > > > > > > Financial Consultant Eurobank Consultant Oxera Consulting Operations Analyst Vodafone Analyst Sainsburys (UK) Demand Forecasting Analyst N Power Accountant Proulebsi Marketer Wave Marketing Sales Executive CPP Civil Servant OFWAT (UK).

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This programme is especially suitable for those wishing to combine the use of quantitative skills and information technology with modern management methods for effective intervention in business decision making and performance in organisations. Programme outline Students will learn some of the most widely used mathematical and statistical methods in managerial decision-making while also becoming familiar with fundamental managerial disciplines and with the potential offered by information technology. Compulsory modules > Econometric Methods of Performance Measurement > Data Envelopment Analysis > The Application of Comparative Performance Measurement Methods > Statistical & Econometric Analysis > Operational Research Methods > Structuring Complex Problems > Spreadsheets. Elective modules (choose three) > > > > > > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers Organisational Behaviour Marketing Management Data Mining for Managerial Decision Making Simulation for Managerial Decision Making Operations Management.

Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Dr Ali Emrouznejad BSc, MSc, PhD Dr Emrouznejads areas of research interest include performance measurement and management, efficiency and productivity analysis as well as data mining. His special interest is on the quantitative methods of performance measurement, and especially those based on the broad set of methods known as Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA).

Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The ten taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation.

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MSc Organisational Behaviour

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: Full-time 12 months Part-time 24 months October Elective modules (choose three) > > > > > > > > > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers Counselling and Personal Development Contemporary Issues in Work Psychology Strategic Human Resource Management & Performance Marketing Management Operations Management Strategic Management Management of Innovation Economic Environment of Business.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com Organisational Behaviour involves the study of individuals and groups within organisational and social contexts, and the study of internal processes and practices as they affect those individuals and groups. Our MSc programme is relevant to students looking to develop careers either as general managers or organisational consultants, and provides an excellent grounding for an academic or research-based career. In addition we offer the opportunity to complete Level A and B Psychometric testing training as defined by the British Psychological Society. Programme outline This programme is designed for graduates from diverse backgrounds providing both a theoretical and practical grounding in Organisational Behaviour. These modules will develop knowledge, understanding and skills relating to human behaviour in the workplace, well-being of employees, HRM and organisation effectiveness. Nine of the modules address core topics in organisational behaviour and work psychology, and students select three additional modules from those available within the Aston Business School MSc Programme. Compulsory modules > Organisational Behaviour > Learning, Training and Development > Human Resource Management Assessment Performance and Reward > Organisational Behaviour Theory and Practice > Design of Work Environments & Ergonomics Health and Safety > Research Methods in Human Resource Management & Business and Organisational Behaviour > Employee Relations and Involvement > Leading and Influencing in Organisations > Work, Organisation and Change.

Other elective modules are also available and complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The twelve taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities Most of the career opportunities in the field of organisational behaviour are within management. Possible career prospects include: > > > > > Management Consultant Human Resources Specialist/Advisor Management Analyst General Manager Academic.

Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Dr Claudia Sacramento BSc, MSc, PhD Dr Sacramento completed her PhD in Management at Aston in 2008 and previously worked in Portugal as a Consultant, providing training on customer care skills, teamwork and management of conflict. She has published various articles in her research interests, which include: individual and team creativity, team processes, team effectiveness, and stressors at the work place.

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MSc Organisational Psychology & Business

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October Elective modules (choose two) > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers > Organisational Behaviour Theory and Practice > Strategic Human Resource Management & Performance > Marketing Management > Operations Management > Strategic Management > Management of Innovation > Economic Environment of Business. Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The twelve taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme is relevant to those planning careers in all organisational settings in both the public and private sectors. Recent examples of jobs include: > Training and Communications Manager WH Smith Travel > Monitoring and Evaluation Manager NCH > Management Team Trainer Cambridgeshire Police. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Dr Stephen Woods BSc, MSc, PhD Dr Woods is a Senior Lecturer in the Work and Organisational Psychology Group, and Course Director for MSc programmes in Work/Organisational Psychology and Business. He is well known in the UK and internationally for his work on psychometrics, recruitment and selection, and personality trait assessment and structure. He publishes his work in peer-reviewed journals, books, and at conferences. He is lead author of The Psychology of Work and Organizations.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This programme is designed for graduates with a good first degree in Psychology (not accredited by the British Psychological Society) who intend to make a career as an organisational psychologist and who also want to gain some wider business awareness. It gives psychologists a unique opportunity to study business alongside specialist work psychology modules. Organisational Psychology is at the core of our understanding of healthy and effective organisations and employees. There is world-wide demand for well-qualified work psychologists and this programme will enable students to operate within a global workplace. Applicants who do not hold a first degree in Psychology but would be interested in studying similar modules as the MSc in Work/Organisational Psychology & Business may wish to view details on our programme in MSc Organisational Behaviour. Programme outline The overall aim of the programme is to develop students understanding from a predominantly psychological perspective, of the factors associated with the effectiveness and well-being of people at work and organisations. Compulsory modules > Organisational Behaviour > Learning, Training and Development > Human Resource Management Assessment Performance and Reward > Counselling and Personal Development > Design of Work Environments & Ergonomics Health and Safety > Contemporary Issues in Work Psychology > Research Methods in Human Resource Management & Business and Organisational Behaviour > Employee Relations and Involvement > Leading and Influencing in Organisations > Work, Organisation and Change.

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MSc Social Responsibility & Sustainability

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: Full-time 12 months Part-time 24 months October Assessment The taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme combines both academic and practical perspectives relating to this area and would be suitable for those interested in working in roles related to CSR and Sustainability in commercial business, the public sector, social enterprises or the not-for-profit and charitable sectors. It also provides the opportunity to study a specialist MSc for those currently working in this area as well as those who aspire to do so. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Mrs Carole Parkes MSc (Psychol), FCIPD Mrs Parkes is co-Course Director of Social Responsibility and Sustainability at Aston Business School. As part of Astons commitment to the United Nations (Global Compact) Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRiME), Carole participates in forums at the UN and regularly speaks at events on responsibility and sustainability including: the Association of American Business Schools, The UN PRiME event on Climate Change in Copenhagen and in June 2009 hosted a UK Universities event at Aston for the UN PRiME supported by the British Academy of Management, the Association of Business Schools and the Association of MBAs. Locally, Carole works with the Birmingham Centre for Business Ethics and Business in the Community. Research interests include CSR and Ethics and the role of HRM. She recently wrote the chapter Corporate Responsibility. Ethics and Strategic HRM in the book Strategic HRM: Building Research Based Practice.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Ethics and Sustainability (including related issues) are of concern for businesses locally, nationally and internationally and their importance for the global economy is likely to increase. As managers/leaders of the future, all graduates will be required to be CSR and sustainability literate, in order to directly address, and make decisions regarding societal challenges in these areas. Programme outline The programme aims to: > Adopt an interdisciplinary approach, enabling students to explore sustainability and social responsibility from multiple perspectives > Develop and enable students to grow their capacities as informed and self-aware individuals. Modules > > > > > > > > > > > Strategy & Social Enterprise Sustainable Development Ethics, CSR & Human Rights Accounting and Sustainability Reporting Corporate Governance Public Policy Leadership/Organisational Change Environmental Management and Audit ICT and Sustainability Business and the Natural Environment Project Management.

Complete outlines for modules are available online.

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MSc Strategic Human Resource Management for HR Professionals

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months part-time (block study) October Entry requirements Applicants must have a minimum of either the old Graduate or new Associate Level Membership of the CIPD. Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme provides HR professionals with the opportunity to enhance and develop their career in the HR profession and general management. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Dr Nicholas Theodorakopoulos BSc, MBA, PhD Dr Theodorakopoulos is the Director of the MSc Strategic Human Resource Management for Human Resource Professionals. He holds an award-winning PhD in the field of Strategic Entrepreneurship and he is an active member of the Aston Centre for Human Resources. His specialist areas of research, academic publications and teaching include: Strategic Management, Entrepreneurial Learning and Innovation and Diverse Entrepreneurship. He has taught these subjects in the UK and the Far East. His research projects have been sponsored by various stakeholders, including the Economic and Social Research Council, the Equality and Human Rights Commission, the East Midlands Development Agency, the Leicestershire Learning and Skills Council and the Centre for Enterprise.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com This block study programme is specifically aimed at Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) qualified members who have achieved graduate and above status with the institute through a postgraduate diploma route, and wish to achieve a Masters degree. Programme outline This programme builds on the success of the MSc in Human Resource Management & Business, and fits with the CIPD Advanced Practitioner Standards which cover four areas: > > > > Strategic HRM International HRM Change Management Consultancy Skills.

The programme also meets CIPD members requirements for Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Modules > International Human Resource Management > Strategic Human Resource Management & Performance (block study) > HR Consultancy Skills > Work, Organisation and Change. Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment This programme is taught on a block study basis. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation.

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MSc Strategy & International Business

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: 12 months October > > > > Management of Innovation Economic Environment of Business Entrepreneurial Strategies Topics in Advanced Strategy.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com With the increasing globalisation of business and the revolution in information and communications technologies, no company can afford to ignore the international dimension of strategy. Most, if not all, companies require internationalisation strategies, be they simple export or franchising arrangements, or complex and risky international joint ventures and/ or foreign direct investment. These activities require a totally different perspective on company strategy and demand the knowledge and skills necessary for understanding the international business environment. The MSc in Strategy and International Business provides a rigorous and comprehensive coverage of strategy and international business issues in both developed and developing countries and in private and public sectors. Programme outline The strategy component of the programme aims to give students the knowledge and skills required to analyse companies strategic situations and to solve complex strategic problems. The international business component of the programme aims to develop the knowledge and skills required for assessing and developing internationalisation strategies and operations as well as skills entailed in international and cross-cultural management. Compulsory modules > > > > > > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers Marketing Management International Business International Business Research International Business Strategy Strategic Management.

Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The ten taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements GCSE grade B or equivalent in Mathematics is required. Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities The unique combination of strategy and international business in this programme provides a solid foundation for a career in international management, or as a consultant in either the private or public sector. It would also provide an excellent foundation for a doctoral degree in either strategy or international business. Recent examples of jobs include: > Management positions in the private and public sector, UK and internationally > Consulting companies, UK and internationally > Government bodies, as part of the Government Economic Services (e.g. Treasury, Department of Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform, Regulatory bodies, etc.) > Pursue a PhD degree in Strategy or International Business. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Dr Efstathios Tapinos PhD Dr Tapinos is a Lecturer in Strategic Management, teaching strategy related modules in the UG and PG programmes. His research focuses on the Strategy Development Process and the use of Strategy Tools. He specialises in Performance Measurement/ Management (Balanced Scorecard) and Strategic Foresight (Scenario Planning).

Elective modules (choose four) > > > > > International Finance International Human Resource Management International Marketing Management International Operations Advanced Topics in International Business

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MSc Supply Chain Management

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: Full-time: six months of taught modules on campus and a six month individual project. October Assessment Assessment methods are chosen in relation to the particular requirements of a module. These modules vary from 100% examination to 100% continuous assessment. Currently the balance is approximately 65% examination and 35% continuous assessment. The major project accounts for 60 of the 180 credits required for successful completion of the programme. To complete the MSc programme successfully a student must satisfy the criteria in both the taught part and the research project. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme is suitable for candidates seeking a career in the Supply Chain Management sector, particularly those who aspire to a senior management role. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Scholarships A limited number of scholarships through the School of Engineering & Applied Science, may be available for this programme, subject to the fulfilment of academic and other eligibility criteria. For up-to-date information on programme fees and scholarships, please see our website: www.aston.ac.uk/eas. Programme Director Mr David Carpenter BSc (Hons.) BA (Hons.) MMath LLM Mr Carpenter is the Programme Director for the Masters degrees in Engineering Management, Industrial Enterprise Management, and Supply Chain Management. After taking a first degree in Physics, he qualified as a Chartered Accountant, specialising in Computer Auditing. He also holds a double first in Mathematical Sciences, a Masters degree in Mathematics, and is a Master of Laws. His research interests are Financial Mathematics, Corporate Governance, and Jurisprudential aspects of the Accounting-Legal interface. He is published in several international journals.

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APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS SEAS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3668 F +44 (0)121 204 3676 E seaspgtaught@aston.ac.uk W www.aston.ac.uk/eas The MSc Supply Chain Management is designed to meet the needs of graduates and employees who wish to acquire specialist skills and knowledge in Supply Chain Management to further their careers. On successful completion of this programme, students are expected to have the following knowledge and understanding: > Strategic decision-making/policy and practice in the context of the business environment locally, nationally and internationally > The contribution of wider aspects of business areas, to be able to integrate Supply Chain strategy/policy and practice with business and organisational strategy > Theoretical and applied perspectives of Supply Chain Management and Logistics > Specific areas of supply chain management through the study of specialist modules. These areas include: relationships, partnering, ERP, simulation, purchasing, contracts, planning and optimisation. Accreditation This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS). Programme outline This MSc requires the student to undertake 10 taught modules, together with the completion of a major project of up to 20,000 words. Core modules: > > > > > > > > > > Strategic Management Project Management Supply Chain Management Purchasing Strategy, Management and Process Logistics and Transportation Strategic Finance Managing Multi-Organisation Enterprises* Simulation for Managerial Decision Making* e-Business and Information Systems Research* Quality Management*.

*Module delivered by Aston Business School. Complete outlines for all modules are available online.

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MSc Work Psychology & Business

KEY INFORMATION DURATION: START DATE: Full-time route 12 months Part-time route 24 months October > Strategic Human Resource Management & Performance > Marketing Management > Operations Management > Strategic Management > Management of Innovation > Economic Environment of Business. Complete outlines for all modules are available online. Assessment The twelve taught modules are assessed through a mixture of examinations and coursework. The taught element of the programme is complemented by a substantial piece of research leading to the completion of a dissertation. Entry requirements Please see page 28 for the full list of entry requirements. Career opportunities This programme is relevant to those planning careers in all organisational settings including both the public and private sectors. Recent examples of jobs include: > Training and Communications Manager WH Smith Travel > Monitoring and Evaluation Manager NCH > HR Assistant Railtrack > Management Team Trainer Cambridgeshire Police. Professional exemptions Successful completion of the programme leads to the academic basis for the British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered Occupational Psychology qualification. Fees For the full list of tuition fees please visit our website www.astonmsc.com. Course Director Dr Stephen Woods BSc, MSc, PhD Dr Woods is a Senior Lecturer in the Work and Organisational Psychology Group, and Course Director for MSc programmes in Work/Organisational Psychology and Business. He is well known in the UK and internationally for his work on psychometrics, recruitment and selection, and personality trait assessment and structure. He publishes his work in peer-reviewed journals, books, and at conferences. He is lead author of The Psychology of Work and Organizations.

APPLICATION & CONTACT DETAILS ABS Postgraduate Admissions Office T +44 (0)121 204 3200 F +44 (0)121 204 4202 E abs-msc@aston.ac.uk W www.astonmsc.com Work Psychology is a topic that is at the core of our understanding of healthy and effective organisations and employees. Accreditation British Psychological Society (BPS). Programme outline The MSc in Work Psychology and Business is a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited postgraduate programme in Occupational Psychology. Designed for graduates with a BPS-accredited first degree in Psychology, the Work Psychology and Business programme emphasises the study of practical, real world organisational and business issues, combined with the academic and scientific rigour of occupational psychology as an applied science. The Business School context provides an excellent perspective of the application of occupational psychology in organisations, and gives the programme an applied and relevant focus. We believe that the balance of occupational psychology and core business understanding helps to make our graduates uniquely equipped as the next generation of Chartered Occupational Psychologists. Compulsory modules > Organisational Behaviour > Learning, Training and Development > Human Resource Management Assessment Performance and Reward > Counselling and Personal Development > Design of Work Environments & Ergonomics: Health and Safety > Contemporary Issues in Work Psychology > Research Methods in Human Resource Management & Business and Organisational Behaviour > Employee Relations and Involvement > Leading and Influencing in Organisations > Work, Organisation and Change. Elective modules (choose two) > Accounting for Non-Financial Managers > Organisational Behaviour Theory and Practice

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ITS OUR AMBITION TO HELP YOU MAKE THE MOST OF YOURS

Campus and the City

You will find Aston Business School located in the cosmopolitan city of Birmingham (UK). It provides campus living in the heart of a vibrant and mulitcultural city. There is plenty of green space, as well as some of the finest art collections in the world. There are many ways to relax and unwind in the various eating places, bars and cafs, and a lively music scene. Birmingham is a global centre for business, commerce and industry and home to numerous UK, merchant and overseas banks and over 500 law firms. It is also home to Europes second-largest insurance market, alongside a thriving small-enterprise community. Birmingham is easy to get to: close to motorway networks, intercity railways and airports. London is only 90 minutes away by train.

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Accommodation Living at Aston

Our accommodation and campus offers you excellent practical support and social facilities, and living on campus is a great way to meet friends. Your lectures, the library, sports facilities, the Students Guild and much more, will all be two minutes walk from your front door.

Private Accommodation
For those students wanting to find private accommodation, the Aston Student Guild has a dedicated website to help you find your perfect place. Visit the website for more details: www.astonstudentpad.co.uk.

Affordable Living
Birmingham offers the lowest weekly living cost of all UK student towns and cities, according to the NatWest Student Living Index 2009. The survey took into account the cost of rent, going out, food shopping and more. Birmingham students are spending, on average, just 171.14 a week.

Applying
The application deadline is 31st July 2011 to guarantee your place* For more information please contact Diane Lacey, Accommodation Officer E D.Lacey@aston.ac.uk T +44 (0)121 204 4706 *Available for all UK/EU and International students

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Entry Requirements Please see each programme for any specific entry requirements.
All programmes require the following: > A good UK honours degree (minimum lower second class) > Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University. As well as: > Two professional references at least one must be from an academic referee > An official academic transcript of your university grades to date > A completed application form. The form is available on our website at www.astonmsc.com. For international students: > An official academic transcript, with an official English translation, of your university grades to date > International students whose native language is not English will also need to satisfy our English language requirements with one of the following: TOEFL score of 620 (paper based) or 260 (computer based) with a TWE* of 5, or 105 (internet based) with a minimum score of 25 in writing and speaking and 23 in listening and reading IELTS score of 7 overall (with a minimum of 7 in writing and speaking and 6.5 in listening and reading). Pre-sessional English language programmes are available for good applicants whose English qualification falls just short of these requirements. Please note If we have not received sufficient evidence of analytical and quantitative skills within your application we may request a minimum GMAT score of 550 to support your application.

How to Apply Both our printed and online application forms are available on our website: www.astonmsc.com.
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