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MSc International Business
Studies how firms and markets operate across borders and the strategies of international business. Suits graduates aiming for international business, trade or consulting roles.
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A clearer look at MSc International Business
Studies how firms and markets operate across borders and the strategies of international business. Suits graduates aiming for international business, trade or consulting roles.
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.
19 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.
- 01Multinationals and Global Business15 credits
- 02Research Methods15 credits
- 03International management15 credits
- 04International human resource management15 credits
- 05International Business Strategy15 credits
- 06Practical Industry Project30 credits
- 07Research Project (School of Finance and Management)30 credits
- 08Dissertation (School of Finance and Management)60 credits
- 09Corporate Finance15 credits
- 10Risk management15 credits
- 11Cultural Intelligence and Global Business Communication15 credits
- 12Management, Innovation and Leadership in the Public Sector15 credits
- 13Public Policy: Perspectives, Issues and Strategies15 credits
- 14Digital Government and Regulation15 credits
- 15Consumer Behaviour15 credits
- 16Emerging Market Finance15 credits
- 17Public Financial Management15 credits
- 18Programming for Data Science15 credits
- 19Project Management (School of Finance and Management)15 credits
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:2 or international equivalent (Sri Lanka: 4-year Bachelor Special or Professional degree, 55% or GPA 3.0/4.0)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Equivalent of UK 2:2 considered; Sri Lankan 4-year Bachelor Special or Professional degree with 55% or GPA 3.0/4.0 counts as 2:2
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, 6.0 in writing, 5.5 in other subscores
- English alternatives
- Applicants whose first language is not English normally need evidence of English proficiency; pre-sessional English courses are offered
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