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University of Lancashire · Preston

MSc International Business & Management

Master'sBusiness & Management

Covers international trade, global strategy and management, and is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade, giving professional membership. Suits graduates aiming for roles in international business or export.

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02English evidence

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6.0 overall, no component below 5.5 (some courses higher, e.g. MSc Mechanical Engineering 6.5/6.0)

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Scholarship information

Potential funding at University of Lancashire

International scholarships include an Excellence Scholarship based on prior grades, a Country Scholarship (Group C) listed for Sri Lanka, and a £2,000-per-year Articulation Scholarship for students from partner institutions; the university advertises scholarships and bursaries of up to £5,500 per year.

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Programme overview

A clearer look at MSc International Business & Management

Covers international trade, global strategy and management, and is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade, giving professional membership. Suits graduates aiming for roles in international business or export.

This 12-month postgraduate route concentrates on international markets and cross-border strategy, global organisations, cultures and responsible business, trade, market entry and international growth decisions. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.

Course focus

What you can expect to explore

  • International markets and cross-border strategy
  • Global organisations, cultures and responsible business
  • Trade, market entry and international growth decisions
  • Understand how organisations operate and compete.

Skills development

Capabilities you can build

  • Cross-cultural communication
  • International market analysis
  • Strategic planning
  • Global commercial awareness

The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.

Learning experience

How you may learn

  • Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
  • Independent postgraduate study, critical reading and a dissertation or major project where required.
  • Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?

A strong fit for students who want to understand how organisations compete, collaborate and grow across different countries and cultures. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.

Career direction

Where it may lead

Relevant career directions may include:

  • International business analyst
  • Export or market-development executive
  • Global operations coordinator
  • International business consultant

These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.

Course contents

Published course content for this programme.

6 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.

  1. 01
    Managing TransformationPublished course content
  2. 02
    Future Leaders ChallengePublished course content
  3. 03
    Learning without LimitsPublished course content
  4. 04
    Impact ProjectPublished course content
  5. 05
    Strategic Horizons and Global ShiftsPublished course content
  6. 06
    International Trade and InvestmentPublished course content

Source checked 19 October 2026. Titles are shown as concise factual course information; the university remains the authoritative source.

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Entry requirements

Can I apply?

Academic
2:2 degree or equivalent professional experience in a related field; others may be interviewed
Sri Lankan qualifications
58% in a bachelor's degree from a recognised institution
English (IELTS)
6.0 overall, no component below 5.5 (some courses higher, e.g. MSc Mechanical Engineering 6.5/6.0)

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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on lancashire.ac.uk. The expanded description is original GEC guidance built from the recorded course summary, award level and subject; it does not reproduce a university or partner listing word for word. Exact modules, teaching, assessment, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Lancashire before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.