Business Communication for International Leadership MA
University of Portsmouth
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OverviewLearn to communicate effectively across national, social and cultural boundaries on this Masters degree in Business Communication for International Leadership. Youll gain the tools for conducting successful high-level business and maintaining positive business relationships on an international scale, building experience in areas such as negotiation, change management and diversity management.Youll develop your verbal and written business communication style, and build leadership skills ...Read more

Overview

Learn to communicate effectively across national, social and cultural boundaries on this Master's degree in Business Communication for International Leadership.

You'll gain the tools for conducting successful high-level business and maintaining positive business relationships on an international scale, building experience in areas such as negotiation, change management and diversity management.

You'll develop your verbal and written business communication style, and build leadership skills that will enable you to adapt effectively to different cultural contexts, ready for an international career in any area of business you aspire to.

When you graduate, you'll be equipped to work internationally in managerial and leadership positions, in fields such as marketing, international banking, human resource management, public relations, sustainability management, stakeholder management, logistics, and distribution management.

Course highlights

  • Develop skills in areas vital for business success, including change management, stakeholder management, reputation management, employee relations, sustainability, strategy, and managing diversity
  • Learn to engage effectively with international stakeholders
  • Develop your language, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills so you can engage effectively in dialogue and negotiations across international boundaries
  • Cover key leadership theories and management principles and learn how to apply them in practice in an international context
  • Learn how to understand and address cross-cultural differences, so you can lead a diverse, international workforce effectively
  • Immerse yourself in current industry practice by engaging with experts during your studies, through guest lectures, interviews and discussion forums with industry personnel and practitioners

Careers and opportunities

Careers this Master's prepares you for

This Master's degree will give you the communication skills and international perspective to take your place among the next generation of global-minded business leaders.

You'll graduate with an internationally recognised postgraduate qualification and the global outlook you need to tackle organisational challenges across a wide range of issues, such as reputation management, ethical business practices and sustainability. You could also continue your studies at PhD level.

Graduates of this course will be prepared to work in areas such as:

  • corporate communication
  • marketing
  • public relations
  • social enterprise
  • management consultancy
  • human resources
  • banking
  • logistics and distribution

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49th
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
49th
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Precious
14 Nov 23

The worst aspect of my uni experience is having to go to class everyday of the week. The timetable is not flexible enough for a masters student and you’re unable to work during..Read more

SR
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13 Nov 23

Best thing is university of portsmouth library and their faculties are very helpful and understanding person. Worst thing is they have water filter but there is no one time..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered.

Tuition fees

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£10,400 per year

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£10,400 per year

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Students from EU

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£17,900 per year

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Students from International

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Precious
14 Nov 23
Business Communication for International Leadership MA
The worst aspect of my uni experience is having to go to class everyday of the week. The timetable is not flexible enough for a masters student and you’re unable to work during...
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SR
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13 Nov 23
Business Communication for International Leadership MA
Best thing is university of portsmouth library and their faculties are very helpful and understanding person. Worst thing is they have water filter but there is no one time...
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