MPhil/PhD Business & Management

Careers

We provide specialist training, and one-to-one careers mentoring from academics and professionals.

Our CareersPlus Team will train you in how to publish your work in top journals, confidently present at conferences, and provide you with networking opportunities to ensure you meet experts in your field of research.

Become an expert
The research you undertake with us will make you an expert in your field. Our broad-based training includes opportunities for personal and professional academic development, to ensure you leave WBS well-equipped with all the skills you need to compete effectively in the job market.

Structured training
You will have access to a comprehensive and structural training programme specifically tailored to meet the need of doctoral researchers, delivered through the University's Student Careers and Skills Service

Teaching opportunities
Our dedicated development co-ordinator will provide you with training, mentoring, support and guidance to prepare you for teaching opportunities.

Business or academia?

The quality and excellence of a WBS doctorate is internationally recognised. Recent graduates are employed all over the world in top academic institutions and global organisations. Some develop careers as researchers or engage in academic work where research may only be one aspect of their role; others become consultants and advisors in the public and private sectors.

Whichever direction you plan to take, WBS will open doors for you.

Graduates in business

Economist - US Federal Reserve Board
Product Manager - Bosch UK
Consultant - Oxera UK
Auditor - National Internal Audit Office Indonesia
Consultant - London Borough of Chelsea
Behaviour Change Consultant - Croydon City Council
Chief Assistant Director of Research Development - Accountant General of Malaysia
Director of Engineering and Innovation - Deutsche Bank
Consultant Trainer - Creative Malaysia Training Centre