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  • Retail and Services Marketing (MSc)
  • 2012/2013 entry
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  • Assessment
    • For each module, an unseen two-hour examination (75 per cent of the overall mark) and coursework of around 2500 words (25 per cent of the overall mark).
  • Attendance
      • Two–three evenings a week part-time; four evenings a week full-time.
      • From October.
  • Duration
      • Two years part-time; one year full-time.
  • Entry requirements
      • Normally at least a second-class honours degree in any subject area from a UK university or a non-UK equivalent; other qualifications will be considered.
      • Non-native English speakers need to provide proof of English language ability (equivalent to IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in all sub-parts). TOEFL (paper-based: Score of 600, plus 5 in TWE; internet: Score of 100, plus 24/30 in the reading and writing subtests), the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (Pass at grade B) or the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (Pass at Grade A) will also be accepted. If scores are slightly below the required level, students should apply anyway, as a pre-sessional English course may be recommended.
      • A professional or other qualification obtained by written examinations approved by the College.
      • Relevant experience, supporting statements and references may be taken into consideration, especially in the case of non-standard applications.

      Find out about our international entry requirements

  • Fees and funding
    • Fees (2012/13)
      • Part-time (home/EU students): £4975 pa
      • Part-time (overseas students): £7050 pa
      • Full-time (home/EU students): £9950 pa
      • Full-time (overseas students): £14,075 pa
  • Location
      • Central London.
  • Teaching

    • Lectures, seminars, guest speakers and group work.

      We also offer student support and study facilities.

Retail and Services Marketing (MSc) - 2012/2013 entry


  • Overview

    • This programme provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the relevance and necessity of retail marketing and services marketing. The research findings referred to throughout the programme will allow you to develop objective insights into the subject matter and learn about marketing decision-making processes in the retail and service context.

      The programme links theory and practice, and will benefit those individuals who have already acquired an appreciation of retail and services marketing and wish to develop further insights into the subject. It will also appeal to those individuals who have limited knowledge of the subject and wish to develop their understanding and appreciation of it, or use the knowledge gained to embark on a retail marketing, services marketing or marketing-related career. 

  • Why study this course at Birkbeck?
      • Gain insights into marketing theory and practice in the retail and services context.
      • Understand the processes and requirements underpinning marketing decision-making within retailers and service organisations.
      • Appreciate how marketers formulate and implement marketing policies, programmes and strategies.
      • Watch our video: postgraduate management courses at Birkbeck.
  • Course structure
  • Study resources
    • We engage in significant collaborative research and have excellent contacts with many public and private sector organisations, professional bodies and researchers at other academic institutions.
  • Further study opportunities

    • If you are interested in further research, we offer a PhD/MPhil in Management.

      Progress to a PhD will normally be dependent on gaining at least a merit grade in the Master’s programme. It will also be dependent on a member of the teaching staff agreeing to act as principal supervisor for your PhD research.

  • Careers information

    • Possible careers include advertising, media marketing, event marketing, branding and brand management, sponsorship, public relations, marketing management, distribution, retail, account management and market research.

      A number of our graduates either get promoted or branch into new careers in a variety of settings, including local and national government, business and industry. Our qualifications in marketing are designed to provide a foundation both for those wishing to engage critically with the issues of marketing and business and for those wishing to be involved professionally in the process of marketing.

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