Digital Marketing and Channel Management MSc - 2020/1
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MSc Digital Marketing and Channel Management
MSc Digital Marketing and Channel Management (Placement pathway)
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Digital Marketing and Channel Management |
| PGCert | Digital Marketing and Channel Management |
Professional recognition
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
Accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for the purpose of gaining CIM qualifications through the Graduate Gateway.
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | PKA61121 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
| Full-time with work placement | PKA61123 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
| Part-time | PKA61122 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
JACs code
N500
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences - Surrey Business School
Programme Leader
SIAMPOS Anastasios (SBS)
Date of production/revision of spec
24/09/2019
Educational aims of the programme
- To develop business acumen, personal and professional skills, and autonomous learning ability to enhance students¿ employability on graduation and their life-long career prospects.
- To provide an appreciation of the value of digital marketing and channel management in modern organisations.
- To introduce and develop knowledge in digital marketing and channel management.
- To develop an understanding of the range and applicability of digital marketing applications and channel management decisions into different contexts.
- To provide the opportunity to gain experience of applying the concepts and approaches learned.
- To develop critical, analytical, and interpretative abilities, directed towards problem solving and innovation in organisational contexts through rigorous and independent research.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knowledge of the theory and practice of digital marketing and channel management in contemporary organisations. | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| A systematic, in-depth understanding of the development, issues and influences relevant to the concepts digital marketing and channel management. | K | PGDip, MSc | |
| Understanding of the issues faced by organisations and the different techniques and approaches that support the development of digital marketing across a broad range of functional areas including channel management. | K | PGDip, MSc | |
| An understanding of the research process. | K | MSc | |
| An ability to evaluate outcomes and accurately assess/report on own/others' work with justification and relate them to existing knowledge structures and methodologies. | C | PGDip, MSc | |
| Approach problems critically and creatively and develop novel and innovative solutions. | C | PGDip, MSc | |
| Integrate learning from a comprehensive range of marketing subject areas to understand and address complex situations holistically. | C | PGDip, MSc | |
| An ability to independently critically evaluate approaches and techniques relevant digital marketing and channel management. | C | PGDip, MSc | |
| Select and apply tools and techniques used in digital marketing for approaching a particular problem, and then reflect upon the selected approach. | C | MSc | |
| Act in a self-directed and autonomous manner in planning and implementing projects. | P | MSc | |
| Apply consistently in-depth knowledge and understanding to complex marketing situations. | P | PGDip, MSc | |
| Identify and analyse issues occurring in organisations to develop effective, evidence-based solutions and recommendations. | P | PGDip, MSc | |
| Contribute to organisations through advanced professional expertise, intellectual rigour and professional ethical values. | P | PGDip, MSc | |
| Develop technical, analytical and presentational skills. | P | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Develop the habits and skills necessary for life-long learning and continued professional development. | T | MSc | |
| Access, analyze and interpret appropriate data to understand trends and anticipate future developments. | T | PGDip, MSc | |
| Critically evaluate arguments and make sound judgements with data (that may be even incomplete). | T | PGDip, MSc | |
| Construct evidence-based arguments and communicate effectively in speech and writing with diverse audiences. | T | PGDip, MSc | |
| Develop advanced interpersonal skills and apply them effectively in diverse work situations. | T | PGDip, MSc | |
| Effective use of available resources. | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over one academic year, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Full-time with work placement
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over fifteen months, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7*. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.Possible exit awards include:- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)*some programmes may contain up to 30 credits at FHEQ level 6.
Part-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied part-time over two academic years, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
The deadline for programme transfers (between the 12 and 15 month versions of the programme) is the 30th of May.
Modules
Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Optional modules for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Students must choose two optional modules.
Students NOT on the placement pathway must undertake the 60-credit dissertation module.
Year 1 (full-time with placement - 15 months) - FHEQ Level 7
Optional modules for Year 1 (full-time with placement - 15 months) - FHEQ Level 7
Students must choose two optional modules.
Students on the placement pathway choose one of two 60-credit compulsory modules: Placement or Study Abroad
Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MANM299 | DIGITAL MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MANM317 | INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING ANALYTICS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MANM018 | INTEGRATED AND DIGITAL MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MANM445 | CHANNEL MANAGEMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
Optional modules for Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
N/A
Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Optional modules for Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Students must choose two optional modules in semester 2 in year 2.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | Y | Yes - Placements are usually between 3 - 6 months. |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| ERASMUS Study (that is not taken during Level P) | N | |
| Study exchange(s) (that are not part of the ERASMUS scheme) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
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