Middlesex University London - Branding and Marketing Communication MSc

Middlesex University London

Branding and Marketing Communication MSc

The world has changed.

Brands and the way they communicate with consumers has to demonstrate flexibility, adaptation, empathy and experience. Organisations have to prove their commitment through relevant products and play a meaningful role in addressing societal issues. Moreover, brands need to create conversations which build trust and communicate their value propositions in ways that resonate with the consumers at every touchpoint in their journey. The MSc In Branding and Marketing Communication programme will enable you to develop your understanding of the ‘phy-gital’ space in which brands exist and communicate.

Through real-time assessment and learning, you will understand how organisations seamlessly integrate digital touchpoints into physical experiences through human interaction. Your programme will be made up of students from a diversity of backgrounds and give you an appreciation of how the future of brand communication is about innovating naturally and adapting at will to the different marketing environments and conditions in which organisations function.

A key theme underpinning the programme is about recognising change in all aspects of our lives. You will be encouraged to reflect, question and challenge conventional wisdom because you represent the future, and the programme’s philosophy is focused on creating marketing professionals who demonstrate adaptability, agility, empathy and understanding.

Why study MSc Branding and Marketing Communication at Middlesex University?

A programme tailored to your future in mind

The programme is designed with a teaching philosophy which puts you the students at the heart of the learning experience; recognising that you are future-oriented and career-focused and looking to enhance your skills for employment in a range of marketing positions.

Practical learning from experienced UK marketeers

The programme emphasises the practical hands-on application of knowledge. We are the only University in the UK that offers you a unique practitioner-focused learning experience, where we take you away for a week-long residential programme to witness ‘marketing in action.’ You will receive presentations and insights from a range of companies which have included global sports brands, cutting-edge digital communication agencies as well as not-for-profit organisations.

The practical relevancy of the programme is further enhanced through modules which are taught jointly with advertising practitioners and specifically, Lucky Generals advertising agency with whom we have a unique collaboration.

Benefit wherever you are in your marketing career

The programme is designed for applicants at the beginning of their marketing careers as well as those wishing to enhance and build on their expertise. We welcome students from a broad range of education and subject disciplines which adds to the vibrancy of the overall learning experience.

Recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing

Opportunities for employment in marketing, communication and advertising roles are further enhanced as programmes are recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

Course highlights

  • Modules delivered in partnership with cutting-edge advertising and communication agencies.
  • Unique industry-based residential programme exposing students to industry experts and practitioners which has been awarded Excellence in Marketing Education by the Academy of Marketing.

  • Programme accredited and recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing.

  • Discounted fee to study for the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising globally recognised Foundation Certificate

Entry Requirements

  • We normally require a second-class honours degree 2:2 or above in marketing, communications, or a business related field. Applicants without a business degree will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.
  • We will also accept a professional qualification of an equivalent standard
  • You are welcome to apply if you do not have a formal qualification but have extensive marketing experience. You may be required to submit a GMAT score of 550 (or above) and/or come in for an interview.
  • The most commonly accepted evidence of English language ability is IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all components).

Career Prospects

The MSc Branding and Marketing Communication course enhances various marketing roles, including management, strategy, PR, advertising, and communications. It emphasizes the application of theory in practice, preparing recent graduates with industry challenges and current practitioners with specific knowledge for their careers. Possible careers include Marketing Executive, Account Executive, PR Executive, Brand Executive, and Marketing Communications Executive.

Course Details

The MSc Branding and Marketing Communication program offers a hands-on focus on brand building concepts and narratives, ensuring a diverse learning environment for students. It equips students with transferrable skills in working collaboratively and individually, enabling a smooth transition from academic study to the working environment. Students will develop critical evaluation skills, write clearly and analytically, synthesize information from diverse sources, and develop well-informed solutions to marketing challenges. The program is designed to equip students with general and specialized knowledge required for various careers, including marketing management, brand or creative consultant, analyst, researcher, or entrepreneur.
Optional modules are available at levels 5 and 6, but not on every course. Students will be asked to make their choice during the previous academic year. If an optional module is not offered, the program will advise students after the selection period, or at the earliest time the programme team decides not to run the module, and help them choose an alternative module. The program's goal is to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful marketing career.

Course Modules

Compulsory Modules
Practitioner Perspectives (15 credits)
Experiential Marketing (15 credits)
Research Project (60 credits)
Digital Marketing (15 credits)
Branding in the Digital Age (15 credits)
Marketing and Social Change (15 credits)
Marketing Communications (15 credits)
Optional Modules
Applied Marketing (15 credits)
Creativity and Innovation in Digital Marketing (15 credits)
Analytics for Customer Insights (15 credits)

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