International Business MSc

This course will open the door to a rewarding international career, preparing you to become the type of global manager and leader the future world needs. The MSc International Business gives you a broad international perspective and the skills to identify why and how firms operate in foreign markets. You’ll gain the skills and confidence to conduct business in a rapidly transforming global landscape. As a graduate of this course, you’ll understand the factors that drive performance in the global business landscape and how the rise of emerging economies affects international strategies. You’ll explore the latest developments in topics such as digital transformation, sustainability and emerging markets. You’ll also understand the challenges to global innovation management and the trade-offs encountered in nurturing commercially sustainable international businesses, alongside developing your own strategic business plans. Optional modules give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in a particular region or country; you could choose to explore the growing importance of China on the world business stage, enhancing your employability with organisations with Asia-Pacific interests. As a student on this course, you’ll join a community of staff and students from across the world, expanding your networks and perspectives as a global citizen. We also help you to develop essential academic skills and professional skills for your future. This includes managing teams and individuals in different cultural contexts, analytical skills, and becoming comfortable with the research techniques and methodologies used in international firms.