Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
Aston University · Birmingham
MSc International Business
Examines cross-border operations, business functions in international commerce, strategy and economics. Leads to a range of global business and management careers. The programme develops strategy, organisations, leadership, decision-making and responsible management. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent (Sri Lanka: CGPA 2.8/4.0)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Relevant Bachelor's degree: CGPA 2.8/4.0 for 2:2-equivalent courses, 3.2/4.0 for 2:1, 3.6/4.0 for First-class
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, one band at 5.5 minimum and others 6.0+
- English alternatives
- Sri Lankan O/L English grade B accepted as IELTS 6.5 equivalent and grade C as IELTS 6.0 equivalent; MOI letters accepted from Colombo, Moratuwa, Sri Jayewardenepura and Peradeniya universities
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Aston University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on aston.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Aston University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.