This course is designed for international students seeking practical work-based experiential learning. It offers an additional 6-month placement opportunity, making the course 18 months long. The course focuses on the relationship between strategic communication and leadership, exploring the role of contemporary leaders in addressing societal challenges. It provides an opportunity for students from various backgrounds to gain awareness of the issues shaping society and business. The course aims to develop students as global business practitioners with intercultural sensitivity, environmental awareness, core leadership, and research skills. The flexible curriculum is suitable for students continuing management and business studies, as well as those from other disciplines seeking to enhance their education.

University of Huddersfield
Strategic Communication and Leadership with Professional Practice MSc
Entry Requirements
- An Honours degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent professional qualification, in any subject.
- Applicants with other appropriate professional qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis.
- If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 7.0 overall with no element lower than 6.5 (a minimum of TOEFL 550 (Computer Based Toefl 213) score) or equivalent will be considered acceptable
Career Prospects
This course provides a 6-month placement after the taught element, enhancing employability and personal development. Graduates with work experience are more attractive to employers. The Employability and Placements Office supports students in finding placement opportunities and providing advice on interview skills, CV preparation, and covering letters. Graduates with work experience are generally more attractive to employers.
Course Details
You will study the following modules:
Core modules
Leadership Power & Ethics
Leading Managing and Developing People
Strategic Communication, Business and Society
The Global Professional
Optional modules
Managing Big Data
Intelligent Business Information Systems
Managing Sustainable Challenges
Managing Employee Relations
Global Business and Human Rights
Emotional Intelligence for the Effective Leader
Strategic Management
International Finance
Reward Management
Humanitarian Challenges
Global Business and Human Rights
Management Accounting
The Circular Economy and Responsible Resource Management
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