The Glasgow School for Business and Society integrates the areas of business, law and social sciences to ensure that they are well placed to meet the needs of business and society. The School has an international outlook and is committed to developing partnerships across the world.
Postgraduate study
At the Glasgow School for Business and Society, we recognise the contribution a postgraduate qualification can make to your career prospects.
As such, all of our degree courses are designed in consultation with global industry partners and the majority are accredited by professional bodies, which assures employers of the excellence of your qualification and skills.
All of our courses have a work-related curriculum meaning you’ll experience real-world learning and have opportunities to engage with organisations and industry leaders in your field. You’ll be taught by experts with commercial and industry backgrounds who bring cutting-edge research to the classroom.
Glasgow School for Business and Society has strong links with industry and professional bodies worldwide. Working closely with these partners, we blend current business needs with the latest academic thinking, theories and practice to develop work-ready graduates.
Our approach, focusing on learning for the real world and the future employment of our graduates, is supported by bringing real life into the classroom using live business projects, real-life case studies, student placements, guest speakers, visits to industry and masterclasses from industry leaders.
Industry links
When you study our courses, you'll benefit from a wide range of guest lectures from industry experts. Our students have previously gained first-hand knowledge from speakers such as:
Chief Economic Advisor to the Scottish Government and visiting Professor at GCU, Dr Gary Gillespie
BCM Consultant, Glynn Wilsher, conducted a crisis management exercise with the students on campus
Affinity Brokers Account Executive, Graeme Bass, presented a lecture on global insurance programmes
BrewDog plc Managing Director and Co-founder James Watt
USC Fashion Retail Buyer (and graduate of GCU) Colette Milton on business-to-business buying
David Hayman, actor, filmmaker, philanthropist and founder of Spirit Aid, on his charity
Aidan Flynn and Robert Lyon from Irn Bru presented on logistics and operations
Maggie Heraty, humanitarian aid speaker, on the logistics of humanitarian aid.
Develop practical business analytics skills and learn how to use data, visualisation and decision-making tools to solve real-world business challenges.
Explore how technology has transformed the way media is created and shared. You'll be career-ready with the latest digital content creation methods and tools.
Shape the future of finance. Develop skills in fintech, data analytics, programming and blockchain. Gain practical Bloomberg experience and industry-focused expertise.
This distinctive MBA course will set the trajectory for your leadership ambitions. It appeals to professional, enterprising and socially-minded individuals with an instinct for creating sustainable business in a socially responsible manner.
Explore the cultural, legal, and operational aspects of human resource management and development on this course. Develop the insight, confidence and professional expertise to become an ethical leader.
Develop your knowledge of international human rights. Study how these rights are realised, inhibited and supported, and how they can eliminate poverty, inequality and discrimination.
Build expertise in global banking and finance at GCU. Develop skills in financial markets, investment, risk management and analysis. Gain hands-on Bloomberg experience and graduate ready for careers across international financial services.
Progress your skills and knowledge in marketing and business by working closely with industry leaders and academics. You'll gain the skill set needed to excel in the world of global fashion.
