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Why study Management and Leadership?
Management and Leadership is about inspiring people, solving problems and driving progress. At Huddersfield, you’ll build the confidence to lead with purpose, adapt to change and make informed decisions in a fast-moving world.
Whether you're stepping into management for the first time or looking to strengthen your leadership skills, our courses are designed to support your ambitions. You’ll explore key areas such as:
- Strategic thinking and decision-making
- Change and risk management
- Financial and legal principles
- Ethical leadership and business responsibility
- Data analysis and economic insight
You’ll develop a well-rounded understanding of how organisations operate and how effective leadership can shape their success.
Careers with a degree in Management and Leadership
Management and leadership are about more than overseeing teams, they’re about empowering people, shaping strategy and driving meaningful change within organisations.
With the skills you’ll develop, you could explore roles such as:
- Business Manager – leading teams and improving operational performance
- Management Consultant – advising organisations on strategy and efficiency
- Project Director – overseeing complex initiatives and delivering results
- Executive Director – shaping organisational culture and long-term vision
You might help design policies to boost productivity, lead transformation programmes or develop strategies that support growth and innovation.
CMI
Your employability is at the core of our Management and Leadership courses. Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), these courses are designed to boost your career prospects from day one. As an official Higher Education Partner of the CMI, Huddersfield Business School offers you the opportunity to gain an additional, industry-recognised professional qualification, giving you a competitive edge in today’s dynamic job market.
AACSB
Huddersfield Business School is proud to be an accredited member of AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This prestigious accreditation, held by less than 6% of business schools worldwide, is a mark of excellence in business education. It reflects our commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and meaningful impact, ensuring our programmes meet rigorous global standards and that you receive a high-quality, future-focused education that prepares you to lead with confidence in a competitive market.
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
The University of Huddersfield has been
Business and Management Studies is one of these subjects, highlighting our dedication to academic excellence and reinforcing our position as an internationally leading institution.
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Wondering what makes Huddersfield Business School different?
It’s more than just awards and accreditations.
In this video, students and staff share their experience of our supportive community, strong industry links, and hands-on projects that bring business to life. It’s not just about lectures and seminars - it’s about building real connections, gaining practical experience, and preparing for your future.
Facilities
Huddersfield Business School is situated next to a canal and surrounded by beautiful countryside. The Diamond Jubilee Lecture Theatre has been refurbished with sustainability in mind. It features updated architecture, refreshed walls, and newly upholstered seats made from fabric supplied by Camira – a local firm - using approximately 18,000 recycled plastic bottles recovered from UK seas. The Street provides a great space for group projects and also a place to catch up with friends, over a coffee from the Street Café.
Dr Mark Horan
Senior Lecturer in Management
Mark has 17+ years of teaching in Change Management, People Management, and Leadership and has experience creating courses for organisations such as Royal Mail & NHS. He was previously NHS Change Director and Strategic HR Director at Blackpool Council.
Dr Nic Stenberg
School Director for Executive Education
Nic is a Chartered Psychologist with 20+ years of experience in training, development, and consultancy. Previously a Company Director, Nic has led projects for government and national organisations, focusing on impact and engagement.
Dr Ruth Brooks
School Director for International
Ruth joined the university in 2005 with a finance background. Her research examines how class, gender, & ethnicity affect employability. She teaches modules on work in society and employability skills, supporting students in career success.
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