MSc International Business
Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham
Key Information
Campus location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 Year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 14,490 / per year
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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Introduction
Launch your global career by studying our innovative, practical-focused International Business MSc programme.
As the business sector continues to undergo a digital transformation, it has become even more important that the next generation of leaders understand the challenges facing the international business. When studying our MSc in International Business, you will consider the latest practical issues facing international firms, including, the multifaceted concept of responsible business, trade-offs in operations, cooperative strategies, and new approaches to enhancing competitiveness. Through this practice-orientated programme, you will develop your problem-solving and decision-making skills to ensure you are ready to handle the fast pace of global business.
The programme is designed around a pathway-to-practice approach that focuses on developing key skills including understanding the latest business models, international competition, optimising modern technology, innovation, and data analytics.
With responsible and ethical business practices embedded at its core, this programme will enable you to become part of a new generation of leaders who can make positive and sustainable changes to the industry.
On this programme, you will benefit from international industrial links and join an innovative community of learners studying International Business. You will have the opportunity to learn and work with our staff and students from our Dubai and Singapore campuses, allowing you to gain international experiences from an educational and practical point of view.
Why study this course at Birmingham?
- Join an international cohort of students with access to a diverse learning community and opportunities to study abroad at our Dubai and Singapore campuses.
- Birmingham is the UK’s second city and is located at the heart of the country, making it a well-connected business hub for some of the largest global companies.
- Our International Business programme is a pathway-to-practice, co-created by employers, alumni, and academics, to ensure you are well-equipped to take on leadership roles once you graduate.
- The University of Birmingham is a globally-ranked, world–top 100 university and is a member of the prestigious Russell Group.
- Birmingham Business School is part of an elite group of global business schools that holds Triple-Crown accreditation from leading bodies AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB.
Admissions
Curriculum
Unless indicated otherwise the modules listed for this programme are for students starting in 2023.
Core modules
- International Business (20 credits)
- International Strategy (20 credits)
- Practising and Managing International Business (20 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits)
You will choose 1 optional module from each of the following three teaching blocks. Each module is worth 20 credits:
Block 1
- International Business Data Analytics
- Cooperative Strategy in International Business
Block 2
- International Entrepreneurship and Marketing
- Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
Block 3
- Governance and Global Responsibility
- Disruptive Innovation and International Business
Depending on availability, you may be able to apply to study abroad (e.g., Dubai campus, or the Singapore Institute of Management) for one of your second semester 20 credit modules.
Please note: The modules here for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. On rare occasions, we may need to make unexpected changes to compulsory modules; in this event, we will contact offer holders as soon as possible to inform or consult them as appropriate.
Accreditations
Ideal Students
Who is this course for?
This programme is for those interested in current international issues and who want to start a global career in business management.
Career Opportunities
Get prepared for the real world of business
This programme will ensure you are practice-ready and able to tackle real-life challenges in international business. Working with real databases and business case studies, this programme will support you to develop the key skills that are in demand by organisations across the world.
Be part of an international learning community
Gain experience working in a diverse team by working closely with our student cohorts at our Edgbaston, Dubai, and Singapore campuses. This programme also provides students with the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities.
Employability is placed at the forefront
The programme is designed to enhance your employability by building your knowledge in key areas of international business such as cooperative strategy, global operations, business analytics, marketing, and global responsibility.
You will also have the opportunity to draw on the talents of our alumni who are very much integrated into the programme. With their expertise, combined with the breadth of the syllabus, this Master's programme will prepare you for a successful international career.
Our graduates have gone on to have careers in the following roles:
- Marketing Executive
- Financial Auditor
- Project Manager
- Digital Marketing Specialist
- Operations Manager
- Communications Analyst
- Human Resources Advisor
- Management Consultant
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Risk Advisory Consultant
- Assistant Brand Manager
- Strategic Projects Analyst