An MSc in Engineering with Business Management will prepare you for a career in the field of engineering at management level, equipping you with practical and theoretical knowledge of modern engineering techniques. Please note that this programme is not an MBA. It is primarily an MSc in Engineering (which accounts for 75% of the content). Management makes up a small part of this programme (accounting for 25% of content).
KEY BENEFITS
- Unrivalled location in the heart of London giving access to major libraries and leading scientific societies, including the BCS Chartered Institute for IT, the Institution of Engineering and Technology and the Institution for Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
- Focus on developing a range of techniques in areas such as intelligent systems and robotics as well as management skills, emphasising both theoretical and practical elements of engineering and management topics.
- Access to speakers of international repute through seminars and external lectures, enabling students to keep abreast of emerging knowledge in the field.
- Research-led individual project supervised by leading engineering experts in their field.
KEY FACTS
Student destinations
Via the Department’s Careers Programme students are able to network with top employers and obtain advice on how to enhance career prospects. Our graduates have gone on to have very successful careers on a managerial level, working in key positions within manufacturing, engineering or engineering management.
Programme leader/s
Dr Mike Spratling
Awarding Institution
King's College London
Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent)
UK 180/ECTS 90
Duration
One year FT, September to September.
Location
Strand Campus.
Year of entry 2013
Offered by
School of Natural and Mathematical Sciences
Department of Informatics
Closing date
31 July or until places are filled.
Intake
Approximately 25 FT.
Fees
FT Home: £7900 (2013)
FT Overseas: £21500 (2013)
CONTACTS
Contact information
Postgraduate Officer, Centre for Arts & Sciences Admissions (CASA)
tel: +44 (0)20 7848 7210 / 2574
fax: +44 (0)20 7848 7200
Email
Website
PURPOSE
A graduate in engineering or a related scientific discipline, from this programme you will gain practical and theoretical knowledge of the engineering and informatics techniques currently used within industry. This will provide valuable preparation for careers in the field of engineering at a managerial level.
DESCRIPTION
The management content of this programme consists of three taught modules: Principles of Management, Operations Management, and Project Management.These modules provide students with a good understanding of a wide range of both general management and engineering management techniques and applications. The remainder of the programme consists of a wide range of optional modules that relate to specific areas of engineering and informatics. The final part of the programme is an individual project in an engineering and informatics topic closely linked with the Department's research activities.
STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Core programme content
Core modules:
- Individual Project (in Engineering or Informatics)
Indicative non-core content
Compulsory modules:
- Principles of Management
- Operational Management
- Project Management
Optional modules:
- Biologically Inspired Methods
- Real-Time Systems & Control
- Robotic Systems
- Sensors & Actuators
- Computer Vision
- Pattern Recognition
- Network Optimisation Methods
A maximum of three alternative level 7 modules in Informatics.
FORMAT AND ASSESSMENT
Lectures; tutorials; seminars; laboratory sessions; optional career planning workshops.
Assessed through: coursework; written examinations; final project report.
ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
General entry advice
2.1 BSc or BEng honours degree in Engineering (or other relevant subject eg Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science). Competence in computer programming to the level expected at the end of the first year of a BSc honours degree in Computer Science. We also welcome overseas, professional or occupational qualifications and assess them on an individual basis.
APPLYING TO KING'S
To apply for graduate study at King's you will need to complete our graduate online application form. Applying online makes applying easier and quicker for you, and means we can receive your application faster and more securely.
King's does not normally accept paper copies of the graduate application form as applications must be made online. However, if you are unable to access the online graduate application form, please contact the relevant admissions/School Office at King's for advice.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Full-time applicants only. Your application will be assessed by an admissions tutor and we aim to make a decision within four to six weeks. We do not normally interview.
PERSONAL STATEMENT & SUPPORTING INFORMATION
Please include transcripts of subjects taken in the relevant degrees and copies of all certificates and relevant qualifications mentioned in your application.
FUNDING
Students are generally self-funded. Some College funding is available, please see the Graduate School webpages for details.
Related programme student profile
Computing & Internet Systems MScI chose King's based on its reputation as one of the most prestigious universities in the world with excellent quality of teaching and academic links to the industry in my specific subject. Studying at King's allowed me to be at the heart of one of the major world cities with great employment opportunities. The Department of Informatics has a strong relationship with organisations who offer graduate placements exclusively to KCL students, including opportunities abroad.
I am funding my studies independently based on part-time work in my undergraduate degree and summer holidays. I would recommend studying at King's based on the quality of teaching, the lively social atmosphere on campus and the opportunity to learn from some of the most respected staff in the computing industry.
Campus facilities are excellent, there are many cafés including the student union bar with breathtaking panoramic views of London's Southbank. The campus is in the heart of the city with access to many restaurants, theatres and landmarks. Part-time work is definitely available and the careers service will be able to provide assistance with looking for work. As a student there are also discounts available in many shops and this allows your money to go further.