MA Business Management and Mathematics
About this course
MA in Mathematics and Business and Management. Core topics include Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Project Management, Accounting, Marketing, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Entrepreneurship. Final-year students complete an independent project or a management dissertation requiring empirical research and a written report.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with at least two Mathematics/Science subjects. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Science/Mathematics subjects are required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
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What students say
Based on about 58 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 81%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 25 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 25%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East of England: 5%
- London: 20%
- Scotland: 75%
Who gets in
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Modules
- Academic Writing for Business
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- The Economics of Business and Society
- Managing Organisations
- Calculus 1
- Algebra
- Accounting and Entrepreneurship
- Calculus II
- Set Theory
- Analysis i
- Linear Algebra i
- Operations Management
- Analysis II
- Linear Algebra II
- Marketing
- Building Skills and Experience for Career Success
- Group Theory
- Analysis III
- Analysis Iv
- Rings & Fields
- Differential Equations
- Complex Analysis
- Project
- Business Strategy
- Dissertation in Management Studies
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Business Management and Mathematics at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £38,000. The £34,500 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of MA Business Management and Mathematics at University of Aberdeen do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Business Management and Mathematics at University of Aberdeen?
81% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Business Management and Mathematics at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 168 UCAS points.
Does MA Business Management and Mathematics at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Business Management and Mathematics at University of Aberdeen?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.