MSc International Business
University of Birmingham
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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 international business. Through this research informed and 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. On our MSc in International Business programme, you will consider the latest practical issues facing ...Read more

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 international business. Through this research informed and 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.

On our MSc in International Business programme, you will consider the latest practical issues facing international firms. These include the multifaceted concept of responsible business, trade-offs in operations, cooperative strategies, and new approaches to enhancing competitiveness. 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.

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.

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. There will also be opportunities to work on company projects that tackle issues global firms are experiencing in real life.

On the MSc International Business programme you will benefit from these international industrial links and will join an innovative community of learners studying International Business.

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.

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 Masters 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

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44/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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17th
CUG Ranking
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13th
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Entry requirements

In order to be considered, applicants will have or should be expecting to achieve an Honours degree (2:1 or higher) or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) in any subject.

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£15,030 per year

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£30,330 per year

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£30,330 per year

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