Level
Postgraduate DegreeDuration
2 years (Flexible)Language
English
MBA With a Specialism in Business Psychology
Postgraduate Degree
2 years (Flexible)
Transform teams and businesses with psychological insights
Set yourself apart as a contemporary leader in the marketplace with an MBA in Business Psychology from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University.
On this specialised course, you’ll bridge the gap between businesses and their people, building happier, healthier teams with job-ready skills in management, leadership, and psychology.
This MBA stands out as a launchpad into one of the most in-demand fields in business. Exploring beyond traditional business studies, you’ll delve into the psychological principles that drive effective leadership, decision-making, and organisational dynamics.
By the end of the programme, you won’t just earn an internationally respected qualification; you’ll have developed lasting skills that will carry your career forward.
Build your business management expertise
You’ll first focus your learning on essential areas of business leadership and how these coincide with workplace behaviour within organisations.
You'll also learn to plan and execute projects successfully with project management frameworks and hone your financial skills to make informed decisions that impact organisational performance, company culture, and employee satisfaction.
Explore organisational psychology and what motivates human behaviour at work
In both theory and practice, you’ll explore what drives people at work, growing your leadership development with real-world strategies that foster engagement and collaboration.
You’ll delve into psychological processes that often influence how teams adapt to change and how effective business coaching can enhance performance.
Apply coaching practices and change management skills
By understanding these dynamics, you’ll gain the skills to analyse organisational change and implement supportive frameworks that empower individuals and teams to thrive in dynamic business environments.
Specialise in workplace design or diversity leadership
To wrap up your learning, you’ll have the opportunity to focus on an area that resonates with your interests.
Whether you’re interested in creating optimal work environments that boost productivity and well-being or exploring the intricacies of diversity management to cultivate an inclusive workplace, your specialisation will equip you with the skills to positively impact your organisation.
Harness essential business skills with Heriot-Watt University
Guided by seasoned experts and leading professionals, this MBA goes beyond the textbook to arm you with practical skills and sought-after expertise that helps you stand out to future employers.
What’s more, by joining this degree, you’ll build your professional connection pool with access to Heriot-Watt University’s 50,000+ alumni network.
Grow at your own pace with flexible, online learning
The flexible, online format of this degree accommodates all schedules, allowing you to complete your studies without compromising your personal and professional commitments. Begin your studies at any time and structure your learning in a way that works for you.
Plus, you can select and stack courses you’re interested in to build credit towards your qualification and align your learning with your career goals.
What can you do with an MBA in Business Psychology?
In today’s competitive global business landscape, a specialised MBA sets you apart as a driven professional poised for senior leadership roles across various sectors, from human resources to consulting, executive coach to change management.
Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University has a track record of producing more CEOs than any other university in the UK (Novuna Business Cash Flow 2023).
Whether you’re just getting started, pivoting your career, or aiming for higher-level positions, with this specialised MBA, you’ll be able to work in a variety of roles, such as:
Organisational development manager
Human resources director
Leadership consultant
Executive coach
Change management specialist
Talent development manager
How will you be assessed?
Assessments on this course consist of case studies, scenario analysis, and essays – all completed online.
Is this a part-time or full-time degree?
This flexible MBA prioritises your life and schedule, allowing you to enrol at any time, begin when you’re ready and complete courses on the go.
Higher education requirements:
Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University aims to expand access to education across the globe. Therefore, this degree operates on a performance-based admission process.
Typically, you will hold a recognised first or second-class honours degree, or equivalent professional qualification. However, you are able to begin your studies no matter your background. Simply enrol in your first courses, complete registration, and begin studying when it suits you best. Upon passing three courses on the programme (one of which must be a core course), you’ll be eligible to continue studying towards the full qualification. In other words, there’s no need to complete an application form before enrolling.
Additionally, if English is not your native language or you didn’t graduate from an English-speaking university, you’ll need to provide proof of your English language proficiency. A minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above.
Language requirements:
Additionally, if English is not your native language or you didn’t graduate from an English-speaking university, you’ll need to provide proof of your English language proficiency. A minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above.
What will it cost?
This programme is comprised of 9 courses, each charged at £1,248. The indicative programme cost for the full MBA Programme is £11,232. Please note this does not take into account fee increases, which normally occur annually.
Students in Emerging Economies benefit from a reduced rate of £848 per course and £7,632 for the full MSc.
Students can opt to pay as they learn (course by course), or they can benefit from a 20% reduction in overall tuition fees when they pay for their full programme in full, upfront.
- Enhance your management skills with contemporary leadership ideas and business and organisational psychology theory.
- Apply your leadership abilities in real-world situations to identify and solve complex management challenges.
- Develop sustainable solutions for business management issues, drawing on insights from psychology and diverse perspectives.
- Assess the tools and techniques needed to diagnose and implement organisational change, relying on findings from business psychology research.
- Integrate ethical and professional values into your solutions for contemporary organisations, focusing on sustainability.
Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University
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