MSc Applied AI for Business

This programme aims to develop the future leaders who will play a key role in an AI-empowered business environment. By the end of the programme you will be able to effectively align business strategy with AI strategy through the understanding of both business and technology.

The principal aim of the MSc Applied AI for Business is to produce graduates who are equipped with the knowledge and skills around AI, necessary for a career in the ever-evolving digitised management sector and make a positive impact on the world we live in. The programme combines academic rigor – teaching underpinned by research from both faculty from Henley Business School and the Department of Computer Science – with ‘real world’ practical application and insight. It comes with a comprehensive careers development programme, delivered by Henley Careers and Professional Development, which includes personalised mentoring support to help you achieve your goals. The University of Reading is ideally located in the Thames Valley, a major UK tech hub. The region currently boasts more than 150 companies and start-ups working in the AI sector. In 2023, Reading was ranked second in Data City’s list of “AI hotspots” in the UK.

Our Department of Computer Science offers expertise in data science and AI, as well as advanced computing for environmental science. 100% of the University’s research impact in Computer Science and Informatics has been classed ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions).

Receive dedicated support from our award-winning careers team

We have an award-winning careers team that will support you through your postgraduate studies and four years after graduation.

Here is how Henley Careers can help you:

Careers Consultant appointments

Our Careers Consultant are here to help and support you with any careers related concern that you might have. Whether it’s CV advice, practicing for an interview, providing feedback if applications aren't successful or support planning your career goals. We are here to help empower you to progress in your career.

Events

Henley Careers organise numerous events aimed to help you build your confidence, develop the skills employers are looking for. Additionally, network with employers and expand your industry knowledge.

Alumni support

You can continue to book one-to-one appointments with your Careers Consultant and use our online resources. For up to four years after graduating we’re here to help and support in your career.

Career Smart

Get a head start in securing a graduate job by taking part in our online course, Career Smart. You can expect to learn about the graduate recruitment cycle in the UK. As well as where to look and how to start applying to jobs, and the different roles available to you.

For more information  please see our Careers page.

Effective leadership requires more than first-class business acumen, it requires a degree of self-awareness and sensitivity. This Masters programme offers you a unique practice-centred approach to teaching equipping you with the tools to become a compelling leader. This approach creates emotionally intelligent graduates who can be fully effective in their chosen careers.

We have a strong reputation for transforming business ideas into sustainable system solutions, driven by academic excellence and rigorous research. Our programme integrates in-demand technical skills training with a strong emphasis on personal development, equipping graduates for successful hybrid careers

Our masters programmes feature a mix of core and optional modules, tailoring your degree towards your needs and career ambitions. You will complete up to seven taught modules and a dissertation during your programme, totalling 180 credits. One taught module usually equates to 20 credits or 10 hours of work per week. Your learning will include lectures, tutorials, workshops, lab practical classes, and guided independent study, with each accounting for 25% of your time on average. This provides you with the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions and explore the study material with your lecturers and fellow students.

You will be introduced to state-of-the-art research findings and guest speakers from industry, then apply your critical thinking to real-world problem-solving. This gives you the opportunity to test, extend and refine your knowledge and skills with confidence.

Your learning will be assessed through a range of methods tailored to your chosen module, including summative assessments of coursework and examinations. Coursework may take the form of individual and group assignments, case study critiques, set exercises, and presentations. For a major piece of dissertation work, you will be assessed by a written dissertation report.

While Masters students are self-motivated and driven, studying at this level can bring additional challenges, which we take seriously. Lecturers are accessible for discussions on specific module content. Your academic tutor serves as your first point of contact for support and can direct you to further professional guidance. Additionally, our support staff are here to help with anything that may arise during your time at Henley.

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