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MSc Leadership

Study Method Online
Provider University of Essex Online
Start Date 6 October 2026, 12 January 2027
University of Essex Online

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Course overview

Discover what makes a successful leader with this MSc Leadership from the University of Essex Online.

Delivered 100% online, part-time, this course clearly distinguishes between leadership and management, while teaching you strategic ways to make dynamic business decisions. You’ll also explore sustainable business models, leadership in a global context, and the role of data analysis and collection.

On completion, you’ll be ready to take on leadership and business consultancy positions in a wide range of industries, including engineering, computing, marketing and the not-for-profit sector.

Job outcomes

  • Leadership & Management Roles

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Study method

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    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
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    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
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    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
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    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

  • Part-time: 2 years

Delivery

Online

Entry requirements

We know many people from non-traditional backgrounds would succeed on our courses! That’s why we offer two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You will also need to meet our English language requirements.

Additionally, you will need to pass your first assignment set within your two-week induction period of the course in order to continue with your studies.

Academic entry route

In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our MSc Leadership, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:

  • an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree; or a relevant professional qualification

Work experience entry route

To satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for our MSc Leadership, you must meet the following criteria as a minimum:

  • at least three years’ experience within a relevant field of business, industry or a not-for-profit organisation, supported by two appropriate references

English language requirements

As our courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency is required in this language. If English isn’t your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5. Don’t worry if you don’t hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification – we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.

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Subjects

The MSc Leadership is made up of the following modules and, upon completion, is equal to a total of 180 credits.

Shorter awards are also available; the 16-month postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) at 120 credits and the eight-month postgraduate certificate (PG Cert) at 60 credits.

Modules
High Impact Leadership – Core, 20 credits
Leadership and Management Development – Compulsory, 20 credits
Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Enterprise – Compulsory, 20 credits
Leadership for Sustainability – Compulsory, 20 credits
Data Analytics for Managers – Compulsory, 20 credits
Leadership in Practice – Compulsory, 20 credits
Research Methods – Core, 20 credits
Business and Management Research Report – Core, 40 credits

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Payment options

Full tuition fee:

£13,206 UK / £13,884 International (2026/27)

Discounts and scholarships

  • Designated for postgraduate student loans in England.

  • Simple monthly payment plan available, allowing you to spread the cost over the duration of your studies.

  • Alumni discount of 10% of the tuition fee available if you are a previous graduate with the University of Essex or University of Essex Online.

  • Global scholarships of up to 15% for international students residing in specific regions out the UK.

  • 10% corporate discount available when three or more of your employees study with us.

Please note, a maximum of two discounts or scholarships can be applied.

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About University of Essex Online

University of Essex Online delivers 100% online part-time courses in business, computing, education, health, law, criminology and psychology. The qualifications we offer include CertHEs and Bachelors degrees at the undergraduate level, and PG Certs, PG Dips and Masters degrees at the postgraduate level, with study durations ranging from 8 months to 4 years. As an established provider of 100% online degrees in the UK. All our courses are specifically designed for online delivery, combining silver-standard teaching with the latest technology and enabling you to gain a degree from anywhere in the world. All our qualifications are awarded and validated by the University of Essex, an award-winning university with a 60-year heritage of teaching and research excellence. On completion of your studies, you’ll be invited to graduate at the University of Essex’s Colchester campus. You will receive the same certificate as campus-based students – your mode of study is only mentioned on your academic transcript. We're proud to be rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Rankings 2024. Our achievement, which is based on four pillars - resources, engagement, outcomes and environment - recognises our commitment to excellent online education.

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