15Jun
PostgraduateCourse summary
International business and entrepreneurial expansion is a desirable business strategy as it opens more avenues for revenue, but careful consideration must be paid to differences in how countries and cultural nuance impact business decisions. Our MSc International Business and Entrepreneurship explores the theoretical and practical aspects of starting, growing and developing businesses across international borders. You examine different types of international business activity and the theories and innovative approaches to new business creation in different cultural and economic contexts. You do not need to have previously studied business to apply for this course. You explore topics including:
- international expansion models
- applying economic theory to business management
- international trade theories and practices
- international business environments
- economic, sociological, psychological and managerial theories of entrepreneurship
- how to develop an international business plan
Modules
You can tailor your learning experience with a choice of optional modules. More information and these can be found on the University of Essex website.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for this course can be found on the University of Essex website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £14300 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £14300 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £14300 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £14300 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £14300 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £14300 | Year 1 |
| EU | £22400 | Year 1 |
| International | £22400 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Fees displayed are for 2024-25 entry. Fees for part-time courses are calculated pro-rata to the relevant full-time fee.
Tuition fees may be subject to annual increases in each year of study in line with inflation.
Sponsorship information
Research councils and some University of Essex studentships available.
Provider information
University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park
Colchester
CO4 3SQ