Course Overview

The digital transformation of business and the emergence of new digital business models have become crucial issues for leaders in the vast majority of organizations. This MSc Digital Business offers you the expertise vital for organisations tackling challenges in this era of digital business.

With this Master's degree, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of a range of issues including:

ongoing digital transformation of the economy

e-business

management of emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain

the Internet of Things

virtual reality

new digital business models.

You will also examine Big Data-driven decision-making, the increasing role of intangible assets, IPR, and intellectual capital, as well as regulatory and ethical issues in relation to the application of digital business.

Our MSc Digital Business links theory with practice. You will gain extensive knowledge of the theories, principles, and tools for analyzing and coping with crucial issues of business innovation and digital transformation of business, in various types of firms. Critical thinking and problem-focused decision-making are key components of this postgraduate degree.

Graduates can pursue career paths in digital business, management, industry, and policy-making. Possible professions include:

management consultant

operational researcher

marketing executive

systems analyst.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

Our standard postgraduate entry requirement is a second-class honors degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or an equivalent international qualification.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.