Become a fully-fledged marketer with our top ranked Marketing MSc, and progress towards achieving a highly valued Chartered Institute of Marketing’s (CIM) professional qualification.
Are you looking for a course that will give you a competitive edge in the field of marketing?
This course offers a range of exemptions for the CIM professional qualification modules, which are highly sought by employers and will give you a significant advantage in the job market.
The programme, ranked among the top 60 Master’s in Marketing worldwide, is ideal for developing a career as a marketing practitioner or in related professions.
You will gain the skills, knowledge and strategic insight to lead successful marketing initiatives and drive business growth, as well as practical experience through real-world case studies.
The programme will provide with a rounded understanding of contemporary marketing issues, such as data-driven strategies, engaging consumers and campaign planning and implementation.
You will also have access to guest lectures from Marketing Directors and Marketing Consultants who provide real-world expertise and advice for students.
Our course is also designed to give you hands-on experience with various public and private sector organisations, including Liverpool City Council, Liverpool University Library, Woolton Cinema, Liverpool Farmers’ Markets, and more.
After graduation, you will become a highly effective professional marketer, able to make informed strategic decisions and develop solutions to a wide range of real marketing problems.
To pass the programme, you need to successfully complete six 20-credit modules and a final 60-credit applied research project or dissertation.
If you have not previously studied marketing in great depth but want to pursue a marketing career, this is the ideal programme for you. This course is open to those who already hold a degree in any discipline and assumes no prior knowledge of marketing.
If you already hold a first degree in marketing we recommend you to consider the MSc Advanced Marketing instead.
We also offer specialist marketing programmes in the following areas:
The University of Liverpool Management School is one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to hold the gold standard ‘triple-crown’ accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS.
AACSB Accreditation Standards require a high quality teaching environment, a commitment to continuous improvement, and curricula responsive to the needs of businesses. This achievement means that the Management School meets specific standards of excellence. It also means it's committed to on-going improvement in delivering high quality education.
AMBA is the highest standard of achievement in postgraduate business education. MBA students and graduates, business schools and employers all recognise it as a gold standard. AMBA's rigorous criteria and assessment process ensure that only programmes that demonstrate the highest standards in teaching, learning and curriculum design; career development and employability; and student, alumni and employer interaction achieve accreditation.
The School is also accredited by EQUIS, which is the leading international system of quality assessment, improvement and accreditation of higher education institutions in management and business administration. Institutions that are accredited by EQUIS must demonstrate not only high general quality in all dimensions of their activities, but also a high degree of internationalisation and corporate connections.
Discover what you'll learn, what you'll study, and how you'll be taught and assessed.
During the first semester, you will undertake three compulsory 20-credit modules (60 credits in total).
COMPULSORY MODULES
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
During the second semester, you will undertake three compulsory modules of 20 credits each (60 credits in total).
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
During the final project, you are required to select one module from the following list.
For your final project you will be supported by an academic supervisor.
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| DISSERTATION (ULMS790) | 60 |
| ADVANCED MANAGEMENT RESEARCH (ULMS719) | 60 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Our Marketing MSc is delivered via online material, lectures, tutorials, practical tasks, interactive activities, case studies and project work.
Lectures will provide you the main of concepts, principles and theories around data-driven marketing.
You will then apply what you have learned during the lectures in practical sessions focused on real-life case studies, involving group or individual work.
Following semester two, you will complete a dissertation with the support of an academic supervisor.
This final project will deepen your knowledge, understanding and capabilities by undertaking research in a distinct area of data-driven marketing.
Teaching time accounts for an average of 10 hours per week. However, you should anticipate an additional 24 hours of self-directed study and group work per week.
To achieve your MSc qualification, you need to complete 180 credits:
You must pass all the modules with a minimum grade of 50%. Subject to meeting specific criteria outlined by the University, you will graduate with a Pass, Merit or Distinction.
Assessment tasks are varied, and some may be explicitly designed to meet the learning outcomes of a particular programme of study.
You can expect to be assessed via coursework, essay, group work, (video) presentations, case studies, infographics, reports and examinations.
The weighting of individual assessment components varies across modules. You will find detailed information of this in the module specification.
We have a distinctive approach to education, the Liverpool Curriculum Framework, which focuses on research-connected teaching, active learning, and authentic assessment to ensure our students graduate as digitally fluent and confident global citizens.
The Liverpool Curriculum framework sets out our distinctive approach to education. Our teaching staff support our students to develop academic knowledge, skills, and understanding alongside our graduate attributes:
Our curriculum is characterised by the three Liverpool Hallmarks:
All this is underpinned by our core value of inclusivity and commitment to providing a curriculum that is accessible to all students.
This programme is delivered by the triple-accredited University of Liverpool Management School.
The School has a thriving international master’s community with a comprehensive, interdisciplinary programme of social and extra-curricular events and dedicated careers and employability support.
From arrival to alumni, we’re with you all the way:
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Programme graduates should have enhanced access to a wide range of marketing positions within both private and public sector organisations. The content and delivery of the programme will also equip them to be intelligent consumers of marketing information should they take up more general management positions.
You will have access to a specialist, in-house postgraduate careers team and have access to one-to-one careers guidance, workshops, seminars, and employability initiatives.
Graduates from our MSc Marketing course have secured jobs with companies such as:
In roles such as:
Our campus Career Studio is a space for students and graduates to drop into and talk to a career coach. Career coaches are highly trained to help no matter what stage you are at in your career planning. You can access support to find and apply for full-time and part-time roles, placements, internships and graduate schemes. You will also find the help you need if you have a start-up idea or want to create a business plan. You can explore the world of work, prepare for job interviews, and access careers events and workshops. The Career Studio is open Monday to Friday from 10am-5pm, simply drop in at a time that works for you.
We develop our programmes with employers in mind. You will be supported to enhance your long-term employment prospects as you learn. We do this by exposing you to professionals, a variety of sectors and supporting you to work collaboratively with others to develop transferable skills. You are equipped with a clearer view of what to focus on in your area of interest, and to reflect on your studies. Our digital employability tools give you a tech-enhanced curriculum experience and make it easy for you to prepare for the world of work. You can use tools like the Handshake platform to connect with employers and message the Career Studio 24/7.
You can start building good professional networks by attending events and employability activities. Our events are designed to develop your skills and expose you to many different employers, as well as to help you make contacts in your field. We help you improve your confidence when speaking to employers and give you access to unique opportunities. Our networking events also boost your understanding of the competencies and skills that employers are looking for in their recruitment process, giving you a competitive edge.
Your tuition fees, funding your studies, and other costs to consider.
Full-time place, per year - £14,000
Part-time place, per year - £7,000
Full-time place, per year - £30,000
Part-time place, per year - £15,000
Fees stated are for the 2025-26 academic year.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support.
You can pay your tuition fees in instalments.
All or part of your tuition fees can be funded by external sponsorship.
International applicants who accept an offer of a place will need to pay a tuition fee deposit.
If you're a UK national, or have settled status in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan worth up to £12,167 to help with course fees and living costs. Learn more about paying for your studies.
We understand that budgeting for your time at university is important, and we want to make sure you understand any course-related costs that are not covered by your tuition fee. This could include buying a laptop, books, or stationery.
Find out more about the additional study costs that may apply to this course.
We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries that could help pay your tuition and living expenses.
If you’re a University of Liverpool graduate starting this master’s degree with us, you could be eligible to receive a loyalty discount of up to £2,500 off your master’s tuition fees.
Are you a UK or Republic of Ireland student with a first-class degree, or equivalent? Join an MSc in the Management School and you could be eligible to receive £2,000 off your tuition fees.
Join an MSc in the Management School and you could be eligible to receive a 50% discount off your tuition fees. You’ll be considered for this award based on your academic record, CV and the personal statement from your course application.
Are you a University of Liverpool undergraduate student graduating this summer? Progress from a current University of Liverpool degree, in any subject, to study an MSc in the Management School, and you could receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000.
If you’re a British Muslim, active within a Muslim community and dedicated to bringing positive change to society, you could apply to potentially have the full cost of your master’s tuition fees covered by an Aziz Foundation Scholarship.
The qualifications and exam results you'll need to apply for this course.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate entry requirements | We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree can be in any subject discipline (excluding Marketing). |
| International qualifications |
Many countries have a different education system to that of the UK, meaning your qualifications may not meet our entry requirements. Completing your Foundation Certificate, such as that offered by the University of Liverpool International College, means you're guaranteed a place on your chosen course. |
You'll need to demonstrate competence in the use of English language, unless you’re from a majority English speaking country.
We accept a variety of international language tests and country-specific qualifications.
International applicants who do not meet the minimum required standard of English language can complete one of our Pre-Sessional English courses to achieve the required level.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 overall, with minimum scores of listening 19, writing 19, reading 19 and speaking 20. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted. |
| Duolingo English Test | 125 overall, with writing not less than 125, speaking and reading not less than 115, and listening not below 110 |
| Pearson PTE Academic | 61 overall, with no component below 59 |
| LanguageCert Academic | 70 overall, with no skill below 65 |
| PSI Skills for English | B2 Pass with Merit in all bands |
| INDIA Standard XII | National Curriculum (CBSE/ISC) - 75% and above in English. Accepted State Boards - 80% and above in English. |
| WAEC | C6 or above |
Do you need to complete a Pre-sessional English course to meet the English language requirements for this course?
The length of Pre-sessional English course you’ll need to take depends on your current level of English language ability.
If you don’t meet our English language requirements, we can use your most recent IELTS score, or the equivalent score in selected other English language tests, to determine the length of Pre-sessional English course you require.
Use the table below to check the course length you're likely to require for your current English language ability and see whether the course is available on campus or online.
| Your most recent IELTS score | Pre-sessional English course length | On campus or online |
|---|---|---|
| 6.0 overall, with no component below 6.0 | 6 weeks | On campus |
| 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5 | 10 weeks | On campus and online options available |
| 6.0 overall, with no more than one component below 5.5, and no component below 5.0 | 12 weeks | On campus and online options available |
| 5.5 overall, with no more than one component below 5.5, and no component below 5.0 | 20 weeks | On campus |
| 5.0 overall, with no more than one component below 5.0, and no component below 4.5 | 30 weeks | On campus |
| 4.5 overall, with no more than one component below 4.5, and no component below 4.0 | 40 weeks | On campus |
If you’ve completed an alternative English language test to IELTS, we may be able to use this to assess your English language ability and determine the Pre-sessional English course length you require.
Please see our guide to Pre-sessional English entry requirements for IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0, for further details.
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Last updated 28 March 2025 / / Programme terms and conditions