MSc International Fashion Retailing (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Application fee: £60

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.

English language proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 7.0 with no individual component below 6.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 100.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 76.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

The University of Manchester offers a range of scholarships to support international students in funding their education and making their academic journey more accessible. These scholarships are designed to reward academic excellence, support students from diverse backgrounds, and help ease the financial challenges of studying abroad.

Global Futures Scholarship: The Global Futures Scholarship is a prestigious award for international students who demonstrate academic excellence and potential. This scholarship offers a £5,000 contribution towards tuition fees, providing financial assistance for undergraduate and postgraduate students. This scholarship is open to students from specific countries and disciplines, so it is essential to check eligibility criteria and deadlines.

Manchester Master’s Bursary: The Manchester Master’s Bursary is a financial aid program aimed at helping postgraduate students who come from lower-income backgrounds. This bursary offers support for UK, EU, and international students who wish to pursue a master’s degree at the university. The bursary can cover a significant portion of tuition fees and is awarded based on financial need.

Subject-Specific Scholarships: Many departments at the University of Manchester offer subject-specific scholarships for students enrolling in their programs. For example, students applying for programs in engineering, business, life sciences, and the arts may be eligible for additional funding based on academic performance and their future potential. These scholarships are often offered to high-achieving students who demonstrate exceptional skills and dedication to their field of study.

Chevening Scholarships: The Chevening Scholarship is a fully-funded award provided by the UK government, open to outstanding international students from over 160 countries. The scholarship covers tuition fees, living costs, travel expenses, and other related costs. The University of Manchester is a proud participant in this global program and welcomes applications from students wishing to pursue a master's degree in a variety of disciplines.

Commonwealth Scholarships: The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission offers fully funded scholarships for international students from Commonwealth countries. These scholarships support students pursuing postgraduate studies in fields such as engineering, health sciences, and education. They cover the full cost of tuition fees, travel, and living expenses during the duration of the program.

Regional Scholarships: The university also offers regional scholarships for students from specific countries or regions, including Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. These scholarships are designed to make studying at the University of Manchester more accessible to students from these regions and offer both partial and full financial support depending on the scholarship type.

The MSc International Fashion Retailing (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) program at the University of Manchester equips graduates with the skills, knowledge, and entrepreneurial mindset needed to excel in the global fashion retail industry. The program's focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic business management opens up numerous career paths in both established companies and new ventures. 

Fashion Entrepreneur: Graduates with a passion for innovation and business creation can start their own fashion retail businesses, whether focusing on a physical retail outlet, e-commerce platform, or fashion-based services. By leveraging skills learned in the program, such as product development, market analysis, and business strategy, graduates can successfully launch their own fashion brands or retail companies.

Fashion Retail Manager: Many graduates choose to pursue careers as managers in fashion retail companies, overseeing daily operations, sales strategies, and inventory management. They are responsible for optimizing store performance, leading teams, and ensuring alignment with brand identity and market trends, making them essential to the growth and profitability of retail businesses.

E-commerce Manager: With the increasing importance of online sales, graduates can work as e-commerce managers for global fashion retailers. These professionals are responsible for driving online sales, managing digital marketing campaigns, analyzing customer data, and ensuring that the online shopping experience aligns with the brand’s vision and business goals.

Brand Manager: Fashion brands require skilled professionals to develop and execute strategies that strengthen their market presence. As a brand manager, graduates will be tasked with creating marketing campaigns, building brand identity, and managing product lines. This role is essential for fashion businesses looking to maintain competitiveness in the dynamic and ever-changing retail market.

Fashion Product Development Manager: Graduates can take on roles in product development, where they collaborate with designers, manufacturers, and suppliers to bring new fashion products to market. This role requires a deep understanding of market trends, consumer preferences, and supply chain logistics to ensure that fashion products meet customer demands and align with brand objectives.

Sustainability Manager: As sustainability becomes increasingly important in fashion, graduates can pursue roles as sustainability managers, where they work with brands to implement sustainable practices within the retail supply chain, including sourcing materials responsibly, reducing waste, and promoting eco-friendly production methods. This role is ideal for those interested in making a positive environmental impact in the fashion industry.

Retail Consultant: Fashion retailers, both large and small, often seek consultants to help improve operational efficiency, identify growth opportunities, and develop strategies to tackle market challenges. Graduates can pursue careers as retail consultants, offering expert advice on improving customer experience, expanding into international markets, or adopting new retail technologies.

Digital Marketing Strategist: Graduates can pursue careers in digital marketing, helping fashion brands create and implement marketing campaigns that target specific consumer segments. They may use tools like social media, search engine optimization (SEO), and data analytics to optimize brand visibility, engagement, and conversion rates in the online space.

Fashion Analyst: For those interested in data and market research, working as a fashion analyst offers the opportunity to analyze consumer trends, sales data, and market forecasts to provide actionable insights for fashion brands. These professionals help companies make informed decisions on product launches, pricing strategies, and marketing initiatives.

Global Retail Operations Manager: As the fashion industry is increasingly global, this role focuses on managing retail operations across multiple international markets. Graduates in this field will ensure that global operations align with company standards, while adapting to cultural, economic, and legal considerations in diverse regions.

Fashion Merchandiser: Merchandisers work with retailers to plan product assortments, manage stock levels, and maximize profitability. Graduates can apply their knowledge of fashion trends and consumer behavior to ensure that retailers stock the right products at the right time, in the right quantities, to meet customer demands.