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.
Heriot-Watt University · Edinburgh
MSc International Business Management
Builds an understanding of how modern international businesses operate, applying management theory to practical global business problems. Open to graduates from any discipline who want a general management career.
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
- 2:2 honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject, including evidence of essay writing and critical thinking
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year bachelor special, honours or professional degree from a recognised university: final mark 60% is comparable to a UK 2:1 and 55% to a UK 2:2
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Heriot-Watt University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
More Business & Management courses at Heriot-Watt University
- MA International Business ManagementUndergraduate · 4 years · £22,040/yr
- BA (Hons) Business with FoundationFoundation · 4 years · £20,880/yr
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on hw.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 Heriot-Watt University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.