After completing the programme, you will be able to:

• apply knowledge and theory to real-world challenges
• evaluate and prioritise components of coaching and mentoring. This will inform professional practice at individual, organisational and societal levels
• understand the challenges of responsible coaching and mentoring for more sustainable practice
• combine and evaluate concepts, theories and frameworks relevant to responsible coaching and mentoring. You will apply this to complex organisational contexts.
• interpret dilemmas and find creative solutions within the context of coaching and mentoring practice
• design, undertake and apply research to meet individual and/or organisational needs through coaching and mentoring
• identify, analyse and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data for decision making in the global context
• recognise the role of supervision in ethical practice

The design of the programme allows you to apply your knowledge to real world problems and challenges. You will formulate practical solutions to enhance your work-based practice and gain skills enabling you to:

• engage in coaching and mentoring practice which is inclusive, critically reflexive and collaborative
• manage complexity, ambiguity and uncertainty, and be pragmatic
• take personal accountability aligned to clear values
• act with integrity in challenging situations

You will gain insight from external practice-based speakers. This will give you further understanding of real world challenges. The speakers will also help you to recognise and reflect on the changing:

• nature of work
• responsibilities of global business in, and for, society

Newcastle University Business School is accredited by the:

• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
• European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
• Association of MBAs (AMBA)

Only 1% of business schools worldwide hold triple accreditation. Our Business School is part of this elite group and this accolade is a huge endorsement. It reflects the investments we make for our students through providing:

• a high quality teaching environment
• innovative programming
• active engagement with industry

Dr Amy Stabler

Dr Joanne James

Dr Sandra Corlett

Our MSc Coaching and Mentoring programme is part-time, blended learning programme and is delivered through lectures and seminars. It is delivered using a blended learning model with one day monthly study blocks on campus during teaching time. You will benefit from studying in a variety of learning environments.

The programme covers the core components of coaching and mentoring. You will also be able to explore your own areas of interest through research.

Skills are assessed through a range of assessments such as:

• reflective logs
• e-portfolio evidence
• individual practice-based assessment reports
• practice-focused plans
• essays
• presentations
• case study analyses
• research proposal and research project

Your engagement with the learning activities will be supported and enhanced by our modern and intuitive virtual learning environment, Canvas. Canvas is a web-based system that does not need to be installed on your computer. Canvas runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other device with a modern web browser.

Newcastle University Business School is one of the largest Schools in the University. We have over 3,500 students representing over 93 nationalities. Our location and modern design creates a dynamic centre point for a valuable network of:

• regional, national and international thought leaders
• alumni
• leading professions

Our facilities provide:

• a flexible and dedicated conference suite with panoramic views across the city
• Wi-Fi enabled connectivity throughout the building. This includes three computer clusters, housing approximately 120 PCs
• four large lecture theatres and 21 seminar rooms, providing comfortable teaching and group study space
• a dedicated Hub and Base providing a balanced mix of study space and relaxation areas
• a contemporary café

View some of the Business School facilities.

Phase 1 (Year 1: Semesters 1 and 2)

The focus of this phase is to Explore. It will enable you to understand workplace performance in a global context.

This phase includes four compulsory 20 credit modules. The modules are designed to provide you with a broad understanding of the main theories of coaching and mentoring to enhance development of people and organisations. 

Two modules per semester are taught in parallel.

• NBS8963: Developing Dyadic Coaching and Mentoring Practice
• NBS8964: Critical Reflexivity and Mastering Practice
• NBS8965: Developing Professional Coaching and Mentoring Practice
• NBS8966: Coaching and Mentoring in Complex Systems

Phase 2 (Year 2: Semesters 1 and 2)

Building on the core understanding developed in Phase 1, the focus of this phase is to Challenge. You will develop your learning through two 20 credit modules. These modules will enable you to Shape and Lead the Future of Work through coaching and mentoring practice.

• NBS8967: Groups and Teams in Complex Systems
• NBS8972: Exploring Theory in Practice

Phase 3 (Year 2: Semesters 2 and 3)

The focus of this phase is to Demonstrate Impact. This phase will enable you to Apply your learning and development in Phases 1 and 2 and to Demonstrate Impact by undertaking the following 60 credit module:

• NBS8973 Challenge Practice through Research

This practical research-based module, together with the Exploring Theory in Practice modules in Phase 2, will enhance your current and future employability. You will also be able to produce outputs that challenge and develop you, and your organisational and global practices.

Developing as a Coach or Mentor involves reflecting on:

• the strengths and attributes that you bring to the role
• how best to apply your talents within any work context

You will be encouraged to develop a deeper awareness of yourself. This will lead to the articulation of a compelling professional identity.

The programme supports you in this process through:

• self-assessment activities
• compelling work based assignments
• peer feedback
• group action learning
• coaching

The learning journey enables you to gain clarity about where you want your career to take you and the contributions you can make. We support you to articulate your unique contribution to individuals and teams through coaching mentoring assignments. 

The course offers you the opportunity to demonstrate high levels of competence through a professional portfolio. This resource offers you an evidence base for future employment opportunities or to apply for professional coach accreditation should you wish to do so.

We encourage and facilitate growth of your professional network, stimulating new connections and possible directions that your career can take you.

• 6 week Pre-sessional entry: IELTS 6.0 overall (with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in all other sub-skills)    
• 10 week Pre-sessional entry: IELTS 6.0 overall (with 1 sub-skill at a minimum of 5.0 and 3 sub-skills at a minimum of 5.5, including writing)

You can study our Pre-sessional English course at the INTO Newcastle Centre.