Course summary
Want to thrive in the fast-paced world of international commerce? Our MSc in International Business is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in a dynamic global business environment. Whether you aspire to work for a multinational corporation, launch your own international venture, or pursue a leadership role in a global organisation, this course provides a deep dive into the key areas of international business strategy, management, and operations. You will explore core topics such as globalisation, international trade, and cross-cultural management, enabling you to develop a critical understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing organisations in the international arena. To enrich your learning experience, you’ll engage with real-world business case studies and benefit from insights shared by industry experts. Additionally, our emphasis on sustainability and innovation will prepare you to lead responsibly in a complex global economy. By gaining hands-on experience through practical assignments and group projects, you’ll build the expertise and confidence to navigate international markets, making you highly employable and ready to take on the challenges of a globalised business landscape.
Modules
You'll study the following modules: The Context of International Business The Strategy of International Business The Global Professional Option modules: Choose x3 modules from a list which may include: The Circular Economy and Responsible Resource Management Productivity Improvement International Finance The Curious Mindset Leading Managing and Developing People Reward Management Global Business and Human Rights Strategic Management New Venture Creation Managing Sustainable Challenges Managing Employee Relations Humanitarian Challenges Emotional Intelligence for the Effective Leader Principles of Finance Digital Marketing Strategy Leadership Power & Ethics Final Project An opportunity to pursue an area that interests you or which you are passionate about comes in your choice of project. You have a choice of three routes: Research Route, Consultancy Route and Entrepreneurship Route (subject to tutor approval). Please note, May starters will only be able to undertake the Research Route. Research Route Research Methods Individual Research Project Consultancy Route Consultancy Skills Group Consultancy Project Entrepreneurship Route Research Methods Launch a venture
Assessment method
Tutors are experts in their field and with many having practical experience in industry and the professions which helps combine your academic knowledge with practical application. Many aspects of teaching and assessment are grounded in real life situations.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- AACSB International
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for this course are normally: * An Honours degree (2:2 or above), in any subject or an equivalent qualification. * Applicants with other professional qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis. * In exceptional cases students with no appropriate qualifications but relevant work experience, who can demonstrate ability to benefit from postgraduate study, will be considered on an individual basis. Candidates’ suitability will be assessed in line with the University’s Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning procedures. * Students wishing to transfer to MSc International Business from other awards or other universities will be considered on an individual basis upon evaluation of the modular credit and learning outcomes already achieved.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent.
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements pages.
https://hud.ac.uk/international/courses-and-entry-requirements/international-entry-requirements/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9900* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9900* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9900* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9900* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9900* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9900* | Year 1 |
| EU | £18700* | Year 1 |
| International | £18700* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The information provided below is for those applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2025/26. Please note that tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X) and/or Government policy. This webpage will be updated with 2026/27 tuition fees as information becomes available.
Tuition fees for UK students will cover the cost of your study at the University. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see our Fees and Finance - https://www.hud.ac.uk/postgraduate/fees-and-finance/
If you are an EU or international student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/
Please email the Student Finance Office ([email protected]) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Sponsorship information
For further information please visit (https://www.hud.ac.uk/postgraduate/funding-studies/)
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
Queensgate
Huddersfield
HD1 3DH