Course summary
OVERVIEW Successful management of international businesses relies upon having a strong understanding of international trade, different cultures, appropriate business strategy and how to respond to market changes. If you want to work in this dynamic global sector, our International Business Management postgraduate course will arm you with this key knowledge and further valuable attributes to help you excel in your international business career. This exciting course has been developed in partnership with industry experts and is supported by the Business Graduates Association, ensuring your learning is focused on the most up-to-date industry trends at the same time as developing your research skills and competence for critical thinking and data analysis. You will explore topics including business analytics, international and digital marketing, international human resource management and international leadership. Your learning will incorporate live projects in partnership with industry, as well as access to cutting-edge facilities including our Financial Trading Suite, our Digital Creative Studio and our Enterprise Hive for supporting budding entrepreneurs. WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
- Practical application – ‘Learn by doing’ through live project work designed with industry as well as access to our practical training facilities
- Expert tuition - Interact and engage with business experts who will mentor you to ensure you develop the skills and knowledge to succeed
- Award-winning university – Study at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023)
- International operations manager
- Business development manager
- International account manager
- Global account manager
- Digital marketing manager
Modules
- International and Digital Marketing
- International Human Resource Management
- Finance, Analytics and Strategy
- International Leadership and Culture
Assessment method
Note: Indicative information only. Actual timetables and assessment regimes will be issued at your induction. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to our website: www.ucb.ac.uk TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT Providing accessible and inclusive teaching and learning, our course will allow you to focus on understanding individual topic areas, while providing flexibility for you to plan your study around your work commitments. The course will be delivered through a range of methods which include attending lectures, seminar debates, business workshops, and interacting with guest speakers and business leaders/entrepreneurs from industry. You will also be expected to engage with independent reading and research to ensure an interactive and personalised learning experience. You will be assessed in a variety of ways to encourage the development of a full portfolio of business and management skills and competencies. These include case studies, presentations, online debates, assessed seminars, executive reports and business plans. Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategy 2021-2024.
How to apply
International applicants
Students from outside the European Union can apply to us directly while applicants for undergraduate courses can also apply via Universities and Colleges Admissions System (UCAS). Here is our step-by-step guide to finding a place at University College Birmingham. http://www.ucb.ac.uk/our-courses/international/how-to-apply/how-to-apply.aspx
Entry requirements
**Entry requirements** - Masters Entry Requirements - A good UK honours degree (minimum 2:2), or international equivalent, in any/relevant subject. - We will also consider your application if you have significant, relevant experience (3-5 years) with degree-equivalent professional qualification. - English Language - IELTS Score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £8750 | Whole course |
| England | £8750 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £8750 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £8750 | Whole course |
| Wales | £8750 | Whole course |
| EU | £14500 | Whole course |
| International | £14500 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
UK Students
English students studying a full master's degree are eligible for a postgraduate loan from Student Finance. Apply here - https://www.gov.uk/funding-for-postgraduate-study
Please note, if you are planning to study the MA/MSc (but will be exempt one or more modules) or if you are planning on studying the Postgraduate Diploma, these courses will not be eligible for a postgraduate loan. The postgraduate loan is not applicable to PGCE students. The standard undergraduate package of Student Finance is available to those studying a PGCE.
EU and International:
A £500 discount is applied if the fees are paid in full at enrolment.
For more information please visit https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/international-tuition-fees/
Provider information
University College Birmingham
Summer Row
Birmingham
B3 1JB