MPhil in Management

A 21-month research-oriented postgraduate program designed to develop advanced scholarly and professional competence in management sciences with strong emphasis on research, policy relevance, and academic rigor.

Program Description
The MPhil in Management at Mid-West University is a professional research-based academic program under the Faculty of Management. It is structured to prepare scholars for advanced research, doctoral studies, higher education teaching, policy analysis, and senior management roles. The program integrates philosophy of research, quantitative and qualitative methodologies, econometrics, seminars, independent study, and a thesis. It aligns with international academic standards while focusing on national development, industry–academia collaboration, and knowledge creation for sustainable economic growth

Curricular Structure

Features
• Research-intensive curriculum aligned with global academic standards
• Strong foundation in quantitative, qualitative, and econometric methods
• Discipline-specific seminars and independent studies
• Direct pathway to PhD programs
• Emphasis on policy relevance, innovation, and national development
• Industry–academia and community engagement orientation

Admission Process

1. Submission of application and required academic documents
2. Screening of applications by the MPhil Admissions Committee
3. Written examination for shortlisted candidates
4. Personal interview of candidates who pass the written exam
5. Publication of final merit list and admission confirmation

Selection Weightage
• Master’s degree marks: 20%
• Research work: 2.5%
• Academic writing: 2.5%
• Written examination: 50%
• Interview: 25%

Job Prospects
• University lecturer and researcher
• PhD candidate and academic fellow
• Research analyst in public and private sectors
• Policy advisor and development consultant
• Senior management and strategy roles
• Think tanks, NGOs, INGOs, and development projects
• Corporate research, analytics, and planning divisions