Overview
The Master of Science in Management Practice is a 90 ECTS programme that can be completed in one year full-time or two years part-time. The programme is structured to include ten taught modules (60 ECTS) and a choice of either a Dissertation or Placement Capstone elective (30 ECTS).
Upon completion of the programme, students will have developed several skills, including:
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Management skills for various roles in industry
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Understanding key management issues
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Applying innovative management processes and techniques
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Critically evaluating and deploying management tools and models in strategic decision-making
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Competencies in general management practices, with a focus on business ethics and sustainability
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Independent research and problem-solving skills
Graduates of the programme will be equipped to analyse, implement, and evaluate management concepts and techniques, enabling them to generate valuable insights for strategic ethical business decisions and to enhance organisational productivity, value, and profitability.
Objectives
The programme objectives of the Master of Science in Management Practice are:
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To gain an understanding of the national and international contexts in which organisations operate.
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To think strategically, with awareness of the long-term impact of decisions on organisational success and sustainable outcomes.
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To appreciate the strategic power of information, including how emerging technologies can enhance decision-making and innovation.
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To recognise the value of personal reflective learning, using it to improve managerial skills and leadership.
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To understand how managed teamwork and collaborative working benefit organisations, leveraging digital tools and fostering an inclusive work culture.
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To gain an understanding of financial analysis and reporting, with an appreciation for the role financial decisions play in supporting long-term sustainability.
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To develop an entrepreneurial mindset that applies creativity, innovation, and adaptability in a business context.
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To perceive the implications of organisational change and recognise the role in managing it.
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To see the difference between management and leadership, and recognise how both are needed to drive organisational success through responsible practices.
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To appreciate the value of a project management approach.
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To develop research skills and apply theoretical knowledge to work-based problems, ensuring that solutions are aligned with ethical business practices.
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To develop and apply advanced management concepts through a research project or professional placement, demonstrating technical competence, ethical awareness, and reflective practice in real-world contexts.
Delivery
This programme is delivered through both online and face-to-face modes of delivery.
Minimum Entry Requirements
To be eligible for the Master of Science in Management Practice programme, applicants typically need to meet the following minimum entry requirements:
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A Level 8 primary undergraduate honours degree with a minimum Second-Class Second Division classification (2.2) from a recognised third-level institution in any discipline, or
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An equivalent professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA, or
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An equivalent professional qualification attributed to the business sector.
Applicants who do not have a Level 8 qualification at a 2.2 award level but have at least 3 years of work experience may also be considered through the college’s normal RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) procedures. In these cases, relevant professional experience is taken into account, and individuals are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Additionally, international applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to B2+ or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), such as through a recognised English Language test like IELTS, Cambridge Certificate, PTE, or the DBS English Assessment.
Student Testimonial
"Smaller institutes can have an organised focus on each candidate providing unlimited access over the various resources offered... I personally feel that DBS is one of them.
I chose the MSc in Management Practice to gain knowledge on the different management domains required to tailor and shape the business. The most exciting part about the course is the enthusiasm of professors towards the students. I like the way professors handled students' queries.
All the lectures are focused on ongoing topics around the world and based on interactive session rather than monotonous theoretical lectures. My favourite module was HRM taught by professor David Wallace. He is an excellent professor with in-depth knowledge about the subject.
I will definitely recommend DBS to other students as it is a student-oriented top private institution where student problems are the first priority.
DBS is one of the finest private institutions with excellent professors and resources. My journey of Masters with DBS was a sublime experience that will stay with me for the rest of life.
The workplace needs an employee who can do multitasking, and the knowledge acquired during the course enabled me to enhance that particular ability.
DBS qualification focused on existing business progression with diverse exposure to many concepts related to the business world. I can apply those contexts in building my own business."
Suraj Garad
Master of Science in Management Practice