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Take your business skills global with our MSc International Business
Gain the skills and knowledge needed to do business in a global context, ready to confidently take on industry challenges across the world.
A focus on international practice will give you a detailed insight into the issues faced across global economies in today’s business world. You’ll cover relevant theories and their application to business cases, putting your learnings into practice throughout the course.
Course Details
You will begin Term 1 with three modules, that cover key business areas (Foundations of Financial & Management Accounting, Quantitative Methods for Business, and Strategy Analysis and Practice). Additionally the International Business module is the first of your specialist international business modules.
In Term 2 you will study Fundamentals of Economic Behaviour, another key business area, looking at microeconomics but with our unique behavioural science perspective. You will also do two more of your specialist modules (Marketing in an International Environment, and Work and Human Resources in a Global Context). Finally you choose one optional module, allowing you to explore another field.
In Term 3 you will study your fourth specialist module, International Business Strategy, and an optional module. You also follow the course content relating to either the Dissertation or Business in Practice route.
Optional modules
We offer a range of optional modules which reflect the research strength of WBS across the business and management disciplines. You undertake one optional module in Term 2 and in Term 3 (if you choose the Dissertation route, your Term 2 optional module must be Research Methodology). Please note that module availability may vary and that your first choice may not be guaranteed. Please see the drop down link for module descriptions.
Assessment
Assessment is a mix of exams, assignments, assessed group project work, and tests. Your dissertation or Business in Practice module brings all of your learning together.
Choice of Dissertation or Business in Practice route
Dissertation route
If you are considering further academic study (PhD) and you would like the opportunity to research a topic relating to international business, the 6,000 word dissertation enables you to test and apply the techniques and theories you have gained. You will be supervised and supported throughout, and the Term 2 compulsory module Research Methodology helps you prepare.
In total you will study eight compulsory modules and one optional module, and complete a dissertation and a Research Methodology module.
Business in Practice route
If you would like to develop further applied skills to suit your career aspirations, you can complete your studies with our applied Business in Practice module. You will develop your business knowledge and personal skills with practical insights from our faculty and our CareersPlus & Corporate Relations team.
In total you will study eight compulsory modules, two optional modules and also complete the compulsory Business in Practice capstone module.
Entry Requirements
Academic qualifications
You must have, or be expecting to obtain, an upper second class honours at Undergraduate level, from a UK university, or overseas equivalent. This stream will suit a wide variety of candidates looking to break into business and we welcome applicants from all academic fields.
GMAT & GRE
We do not require a GMAT or GRE score but a well-balanced score (700+) may strengthen your application.
