MSc in Internet Retailing

The MSc in Internet Retailing is the UK’s first commercial postgraduate qualification to address specifically the career and business needs of ambitious retail professionals.

It’s a challenging, multi-disciplinary programme that delivers all the skills and understanding you’ll need to become a successful e-commerce practitioner.

The three year part-time syllabus guides delegates through all aspects of internet retailing, from marketing, buying and merchandising, through to logistics, engineering and technology. Whether you’re already involved in internet retailing or you are from a more traditional retail background, completion of the qualification will:

• Develop your understanding and appreciation of the whole discipline of Internet Retailing
• Fully prepare you for a commercial leadership role
• Give you a broad and deep perspective on e-commerce best practice, trends and opportunities
• Establish you with a network of like-minded e-commerce leaders with full access to an ongoing support framework of research, insight and expert advice

The MSc in Internet Retailing has been created by Econsultancy in partnership with Ian Jindal (Editor-in-Chief of Internet Retailing Magazine) and Manchester Metropolitan University. With the unique industry insight provided by our Retailing Leadership Council, course provides a combination of highly flexible, cutting-edge tuition with the academic rigour and exceptional academic standards expected of a top European Business School. Current delegates come from companies including Asda, Debenhams, Evans Cycles, Harvey Nichols, House of Fraser, Vodafone, Pentland Brands.

Who is the MSc for?

We tend to find that this MSc attracts ambitious delegates who are keen to pursue a career in retail as this postgraduate qualification encompasses more than just e-commerce, giving you a broader understanding of online and multichannel retail.  The qualification will be of interest if:

• You’re a commercial manager with a retail focus or e-commerce professional with more than two years industry experience
• You’re currently employed either full or part time
• You’re looking for a course where you can immediately apply what you learn to your current working practices and projects
• You are looking to gain a wider understanding of all aspects of internet retailing, from web to marketing to supply chain management and logistics
• You want to network with other professionals and share best practice and insight
• You’re looking for flexible study options which allow you to commit one stage at a time and achieve the right level of qualification for your needs
• You have around 12 hours a week in which to study
• You are able to take up to 12 days a year out of the office to attend face to face training

Valuable additional benefits from our partner, Econsultancy.com

• Up to seven days of practitioner-led Econsultancy training per year, specifically developed to meet the needs of the course and constantly updated to reflect industry developments – worth £7,000 across the life of the course
• Provision of all textbooks and access to MMU’s electronic resources and university libraries nationwide
• Full support from your tutors via our online learning environment
• Econsultancy membership for the life of your course, giving you access to all their reports and researchworth £295 per annum
• Fantastic networking opportunities with course alumni and current delegates, as well as access to Econsultancy and MMU’s industry networks
• Free access to many Econsultancy events (including our nationwide innovation briefings) and offers from partners (in particular, InternetRetailing Magazine)
• 50% off five days of Econsultancy training per year, for you and your colleagues worth £1,250
• A dedicated Econsultancy account manager to help with all enquiries on the MSc and the rest of our services

Applications for September 2012 are being accepted, however, the deadline for applications is 20 July 2012. Register your interest to receive an application form, or contact us if you have any questions.