The curriculum starts in September with the foundational core courses. You will build a solid foundation in strategic management theory and practice. The courses are designed for experiential learning and collaboration among students. Case studies and group projects, including a live consulting project for a real-world client, provide rich opportunities to develop real-world experience and to collaborate and connect with fellow students.
In spring, you can tailor your learning experience by selecting three electives from an extensive portfolio that is evaluated and updated every year so you can choose how you prepare for your future career.
In order to graduate, you will be trained in analytical and research skills and must write an individual thesis in the field of strategic management.
Curriculum
Core courses:
- Competitive strategy
- Corporate strategy
- RSM strategy case project
- Your future career
- Research clinic
- Qualitative or quantitative research in SM & SE
- Thesis
Examples of elective courses:
- Strategic management consulting
- A managerial perspective on M&As
- Programming fundamentals using Python
- Managing intellectual property in M&As and alliances
- Organising for technological transformation
- Coaching and inspiring entrepreneurial teams
- Sustainable finance
Read more about: Curriculum Master in Strategic Management.
Mode of education
In addition to lectures, you will work in small groups on business cases, assignments, presentations and skills training. Many of the exercises are carried out in teams. The programme extensively uses guest speakers from practitioner organisations, of which many are MScSM alumni, to ensure a strong connection to real-world practice and to bring you in contact with practitioners.