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Master of Science
MSc AI in Business and Innovation
Explore artificial intelligence and its business applications in our MSc AI in Business and Innovation course. Delve into topics such as strategic innovation, organisational transformation and responsible AI adoption. Develop the knowledge to lead AI-driven change with confidence.
Course length
1 year
Study mode
Full-time
Method
On Campus
Overview
Why choose our MSc AI in Business and Innovation course?
- Drive strategic growth with AI integration – Master how machine learning and data analytics solve complex operational challenges. You’ll learn to deploy cutting-edge AI tools and translate technical concepts into high-impact growth strategies.
- Master applied leadership through real world learning – Through gamified simulations and case studies, you’ll build practical confidence to lead high-performing teams from day one.
- Embed responsible governance and ethical practice – Integrate ethics, risk management and data trust into your strategic decision-making. Studying data governance and sustainability helps you evaluate emerging technologies, protect stakeholder interests and support responsible data use across global enterprises.
- Accelerate personal leadership and self-development – Advance your executive potential through dedicated modules including ‘Leading Self for Success’ and a ‘Professional Development Plan’. Through professional coaching and reflective practice, you’ll build the emotional intelligence, confidence and stakeholder management skills needed to lead cross-functional teams.
- Gain real-world experience and industry impact – Prepare for high-demand roles such as business analyst, management consultant or operations director. Choose the optional two-year route to complete a supported work placement or business project, building valuable industry connections and practical CV experience.
About our MSc AI in Business and Innovation course
Step into the future of leadership with a degree designed for digital transformation. This practical programme goes beyond theory, giving you the skills to strategically select and apply advanced AI tools to solve real business challenges.
You'll develop technical skills in data analysis, machine learning and AI operations, paired with core competencies in strategic decision making, global leadership and change management. You'll graduate as a career ready leader with a tailored Professional Development Plan equipped to drive AI led innovation. You’ll be ready to optimise operations and navigate the future of work with confidence.
This course is also offered as a 2-year full-time Professional Practice programme which is aimed at fostering the employment opportunities of students. Offering greater flexibility than a traditional Placement Year, our Professional Practice Year allows you to decide how to put your skills into practice. Choose between a business project or a paid placement in industry, depending on the option that is best suited to your future career path.
Possible study locations and start dates
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Course Content
Modules
Please note that certain modules run sequentially across semesters, while others are fixed on an annual timetable. Depending on your start date, the specific order in which you take these scheduled modules may vary.
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Leading Self for Success (15 credits)Develop essential leadership and practical career skills to thrive in today’s dynamic global business environment. This module guides you through creating a Professional Development Plan (PDP) to enhance your job search and career advancement. Through interactive workshops, dedicated leadership coaching sessions and a digital PebblePad portfolio, you'll gain hands-on experience in core leadership competencies.
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AI Concepts and Models in Business (15 credits)Unlock how artificial intelligence transforms modern business. Designed at a conceptual rather than coding level, this module introduces key AI technologies including machine learning, generative AI, intelligent agents and predictive systems and evaluates their impact on decision-making, competitive strategy and customer value. Adopting a socio-technical perspective, you'll explore how AI interacts with people, organisational processes, governance and business model logic. This module equips you to navigate ethical risks, algorithmic bias, privacy and responsible governance principles. You'll develop the strategic insight required to evaluate, lead and manage AI-enabled transformation with confidence.
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Strategies in AI Innovation and Transformation (30 credits)This module examines how organisations strategically leverage artificial intelligence to drive innovation, competitive advantage and business transformation. Building on foundational AI knowledge, you'll learn to identify, evaluate and implement high-value AI opportunities, redesign business models and develop new products and services. The module explores critical factors for successful adoption, including leadership, change management, organisational culture and workforce transition. Crucially, you'll balance innovation goals with responsible AI governance, ethics and strategic risk management. Through real-world case studies and practical frameworks, you'll develop the knowledge and skills necessary to lead sustainable, evidence-based AI transformation in contemporary organisations.
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Data Analysis and AI (30 credits)Transform complex data into powerful business solutions. Building on your foundational knowledge, this module equips you with practical skills in data management, statistical analysis, machine learning and AI-driven tools to resolve real-world organisational challenges. You'll learn to apply and interpret quantitative methods, translating complex analytical outputs into evidence-based strategies and recommendations. Crucially, the module explores the ethical dimensions and governance of AI and algorithmic systems, ensuring you can critically evaluate the implications of your analytical choices for individuals, businesses and society.
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AI and the Future of Work (30 credits)Examine how artificial intelligence is reshaping jobs, organisations and labour markets. This module explores how AI, automation and human-AI collaboration impact job design, leadership practices and skills requirements. You'll investigate key adoption factors such as trust, explainability and workplace culture while critically engaging with major contemporary debates surrounding reskilling, workforce transitions, employee autonomy and workplace surveillance. Emphasising responsible, human-centred AI principles, you'll evaluate the ethical, social and governance implications of AI-driven transformation.
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Contemporary Issues in AI (30 credits)This module explores contemporary business issues in AI and decision-making through critical case study analysis and scenario-based discussion. You'll examine the complex ethical, organisational and stakeholder challenges that arise when AI predictions and automated systems influence business choices. Exploring key concepts like bounded rationality, cognitive bias and human-AI collaboration, you'll evaluate how managers balance competing priorities such as privacy, transparency, regulatory expectations and customer trust under conditions of uncertainty. Through real-world scenarios, you'll develop the critical judgement needed to evaluate, justify and lead responsible, evidence-based decision-making in increasingly AI-enabled environments.
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AI in Operations (30 credits)This module explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping operations, supply chains and organisational decision-making. You'll learn to integrate data analytics, intelligent automation and AI with Lean and Six Sigma frameworks to optimise processes, boost efficiency and enhance quality management. The module investigates how AI drives demand forecasting, operational resilience and values co-creation through personalised customer experiences. You'll also examine advanced technological concepts such as AI alignment, critically reflecting on their long-term impact on governance, human capability and strategy.
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Professional Development Plan (0 credits)This compulsory module enables you to review your professional skills and competency evolution throughout your year of study. You’ll engage in interactive workshops and a final one-to-one coaching session to revise your growth priorities, fine-tune your executive skills and cultivate a lifelong growth mindset. By evaluating your developed competencies in critical thinking, cultural intelligence and innovation, you’ll independently construct a mandatory, forward-looking Professional Development Plan to accelerate your long-term career trajectory and confidently secure leadership roles.
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If you have chosen the Professional Practice year, you can undertake a work placement or business project in your second year.
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Teaching and Assessment
How you'll learn
The course is delivered in an interactive way with a real-world focus and learning takes place both inside and outside the classroom environment. Workshop contact hours are used to facilitate class case discussions and practical activities, including simulations and the use of other business tools. Face-to-face learning is supported by online resources, including business journals, case studies, simulations, learning videos, reading materials, online testing and feedback.
Assessment
Assessments are designed to meet the programme and module learning outcomes and are both formative and summative. The formative assessments include the preparation and feedback from teaching sessions such as seminars, workshops, tests and presentations. The summative assessments may include written assignment, presentations and portfolios.
Full-time students: Your one-year course will be divided into three semesters of 13 weeks, and you’ll study 60 credits of taught modules per semester. You’ll be timetabled for teaching on campus up to three days a week.
Full-time with Professional Practice students: The first year will be identical to the one-year course variation. The second year consists of a work placement or a business project.
Our Student Journey Advisors at The University of Law will support and advise you throughout your studies with us, ensuring you have the best possible experience.
Our Academic Coaches will offer guidance throughout your course as well as assistance and advice as required during your time with us. They'll also be on hand to help you develop your plans for your future career.
Course dates
Application and booking deadlines vary by intake - take a look at our key application and enrolment deadline dates for more information.
Fees and Applying
Course fees
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| 2026/27 Course Fees (for courses starting between 1 July 2026 - 31 May 2027) | |
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London |
£12,650 |
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Outside London |
£12,100 |
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2-year programme with Professional Practice |
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London |
£13,950 |
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Outside London |
£13,350 |
| 2027/28 Course Fees (for courses starting between 1 June 2027 - 31 May 2028) | |
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London |
£12,950 |
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Outside London |
£12,400 |
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2-year programme with Professional Practice |
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London |
£14,300 |
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Outside London |
£13,700 |
All fees above include a deposit of £250.
The University of Law offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries which makes studying more affordable than ever. You could also be eligible for a Postgraduate Loan.
If you're an alumnus of the University, you may be eligible to receive our £1,000 General Alumni Discount.
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2026/27 Course Fees (for courses starting between 1 July 2026 - 31 May 2027) |
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London |
£19,050 (or £16,050 including a £3,000 International Bursary*) |
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Outside London |
£17,500 (or £15,000 including a £2,500 International Bursary*) |
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2-year programme with Professional Practice |
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London |
£20,950 (or £17,950 including a £3,000 International Bursary*) |
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Outside London |
£19,250 (or £16,750 including a £2,500 International Bursary*) |
| 2027/28 Course Fees (for courses starting between 1 June 2027 - 31 May 2028) | |
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London |
£19,600 |
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Outside London |
£18,050 |
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2-year programme with Professional Practice |
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London |
£21,600 |
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Outside London |
£19,850 |
All fees above include a deposit of £250.
*Terms and conditions apply. Visit our International Scholarships and Bursaries page for more details.
Entry Requirements
2:2
Undergraduate DegreeUK entry requirements
2:2 or above from a UK Bachelor's degree, or equivalent qualifications.
International entry requirements
An English Language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
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