2012
"I had just completed a BA in Marketing at Southampton Institute in 2003 and was initially applying for jobs in this area. However, after careful deliberation I decided to take the MA Marketing Management rather than to seek employment. Prior to beginning the MA, I was unsure as to whether this was the most beneficial move as I had been advised that I would gain more from the course if I had at least a few years work experience behind me.
"The lecturers were immensely supportive and ready to help and support, as well as being extremely knowledgeable in their fields. The course itself was excellently tailored to what you would practically need to use in the workplace along with theory, and pushed your mind and intelligence to its limits through being both challenging and interesting. The management skills were particularly helpful in learning about Marketing on a higher level.
"I cannot stress enough how much this course has helped me, in both my learning and understanding of Marketing but also in gaining employment subsequent to completing the course. The fact that I was able to prove to potential employers how dedicated I was to pursuing a career in Marketing, as well as my learning ability, was a great advantage over other applicants.
"I now have my dream job in P.R., for which I had extreme competition from other applicants. The fact that I had demonstrated a higher level of knowledge and learning ability than others ultimately secured me the job. I truly believe that if I had not undertaken the MA Marketing Management I would not have stood such a good chance in the first place, let alone got the job. It has even been discussed with management that because of my MA, I be put on a fast track scheme, which has never before been done in this company!"