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Brunel Business School was one of the first business schools in the UK to introduce postgraduate placements back in 2011, and they still remain a core part of what we do today.

A master’s degree can help shape your career direction. But at Brunel Business School, you’ll go further, with placement routes, employer exposure and networking that help you apply your knowledge in real workplaces, in the UK and beyond.

What you can expect

A placement can be the bridge between your studies and your career. Our placement options are designed to build your confidence, skills and professional network. They give you the chance to:

apply what you’ve learned in a real business setting
build connections with employers and industry professionals
gain experience that helps you stand out in a competitive job market
explore different career paths before you graduate

How placements work

After you complete your taught modules and dissertation, you’ll have the opportunity to take a short or long placement as part of your course.

Placements are competitive - and that’s part of the value. You’ll take an active role in applying for opportunities, just as you would in the graduate job market. But you won’t be on your own. Our academic staff and Student Professional Development team work together, so you’ll be ready to take this next step with confidence.

We'll support you at every stage, including:

- career preparation and planning
- CV and application guidance
- interview practice
- employer events and networking
- help with your placement search

Where our students go

Since 2023, Brunel Business School postgraduate students have carried out 218 placements with over 165 organisations, from global brands to public sector employers and SMEs. And some have even carried out their placement right here at Brunel. Other recent employers include:

Technology, digital and data
Orange Business Holdings UK Ltd, Orange Business Services, Linus Technology, PineVox, Cubeq Analytica Ltd, Veda IT Solutions Ltd, PSIMONIX, CECOS Computing International Limited.
Professional services and business support
PwC France, AH&Z Associates Limited, Master Legal Services Ltd, MSP Associates (London), P R Consultancy and Services Ltd, Future Connect Training and Recruitment, Azza Consultancy Services Ltd, Rafique & Co.
Healthcare, NHS, and care
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, Practice Plus Group (NHS), Northfields Surgery – NHS England, Oxgate Gardens Surgery – NHS England, Cedar Brook Practice, Smartway Pharmaceuticals, MSN Laboratories Europe Ltd.
Hospitality, retail, and consumer services
Premier Inn, London Marriott Hotel Park Lane, Ibis Earl’s Court, Ibis Styles London Ealing, Arora Group, Courthouse Hotel, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, TJX Europe.
Public sector, charity, and social impact
E3G, London Borough of Hillingdon – Museums and Archives, Magic Breakfast, Asian Community Concern, RollaDome All Skate, Blacks in Boardrooms Ltd, New Ham Community Project, Brunel University of London.
Infrastructure, logistics, and energy
Network Rail, Align JV, GXO Logistics, Anglian Renewables Ltd, European Toughened Glass (UK) Ltd, RJM Insulation Limited, Queen of Oil, Nigerian Ports Authority.
Education and training
Stanmore College, London Vocational College, Otermans Institute, Prime Tuition Limited, Career Teachers, CECOS College London, One2one Training Academy.

These placements reflect the breadth of our courses, as well as the range of career paths open to our Brunel Business School graduates.

What kind of roles could this lead to?

A placement can take you in more directions than you might expect. You can use your placement to build experience in many different areas, helping you explore options and build skills that employers value. Previous students have taken up roles such as:

Business and client growth
Business Development Intern, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Sales Assistant
Marketing and communications
Marketing Executive, Digital Marketing Intern, Digital Marketing Manager, Marketing Officer, Brand Manager, Public Relations Assistant, Social Media AI Researcher
HR and people roles
HR Intern, HR Administrator, HR Generalist, Human Resource Assistant, Recruiter Intern
Data, AI, and digital transformation
Business Analyst, AI Consulting Executive, Digital Transformation Intern, IT Cloud Engineer Intern, Digital Solutions Intern
Operations and project support
Operations Coordinator, Office Administrator, Business Operations Analyst, Management Intern, Assistant Manager
Finance and accounting
Accountant Intern, Trainee Accountant, Finance Assistant Intern, Assistant Accountant, Bookkeeper
Healthcare, education, and community roles
Patient Access Co-ordinator, SEN Teaching Assistant, Education Consultant, Senior Support Worker, Community Outreach Manager

There’s no one path to take once you graduate, and you don’t need to have it all mapped out from day one. But a placement gives you the chance to explore your interests, build confidence, and see what working in different roles is really like. It might confirm your career choice, or you might discover something new. Either way, you’ll leave with clearer direction and experience to support your next step.