Psychology and Business MA (Hons)

**Psychology**<br/><br/>Psychologists study: <br/><br/><br/>* how we perceive, think and learn about the world around us <br/><br/><br/>* the way biological and social factors influence how we behave <br/><br/><br/>* how interests and abilities differ from person to person <br/><br/><br/>* how we communicate verbally and non-verbally <br/><br/><br/>* how and why our mental abilities change across our lives <br/><br/><br/>Psychology is an experimental and observational science. It uses evidence from research studies to develop and evaluate theories. <br/><br/>Our programme focuses on developing skills in research methods and statistical analysis using R programming. This supports our research-led teaching. <br/><br/>**Business**<br/><br/>Studying business will prepare you for the different challenges affecting:<br/><br/><br/>* contemporary businesses <br/><br/><br/>* governments <br/><br/><br/>* not-for-profit organisations<br/><br/><br/>World-leading industry professionals and researchers will help you develop personal and professional skills such as:<br/><br/><br/>* authentic leadership <br/><br/><br/>* ethical, responsible and sustainable business behaviour <br/><br/><br/>* entrepreneurial practice <br/><br/><br/>* effective communication<br/><br/><br/>This will help you to work across various roles in contemporary business including:<br/><br/><br/>* accountancy and finance <br/><br/><br/>* strategy <br/><br/><br/>* marketing <br/><br/><br/>* human resource management <br/><br/><br/>* data analytics <br/><br/><br/>* entrepreneurship and innovation<br/><br/><br/>Our Business School Student Development team provide opportunities for you to progress further.<br/><br/>For example, you can take part in the Edinburgh Awards, supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches: <br/><br/><br/>* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2) <br/><br/><br/>* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)<br/><br/><br/>You can also participate in a range of business societies, events and peer-support schemes.