Course summary
Our International Business MSc will help to expand your global career opportunities and earning potential. It will give you the essential skillset needed to excel in international management positions. You'll develop an understanding of how to analyse and interpret big data to inform your strategic decision making, and you will gain in-depth knowledge of marketing, accounting, innovation and strategic planning. You'll also learn how to be an effective leader with a grasp of the key concepts of organisational behaviour and people management. You have the option to take industry-recognised digital qualifications by Microsoft and SAP alongside your course, which will develop your digital skills. With your awareness of the role international business has to play in the global economy, this MSc will enhance your CV and help to bring you to the notice of prestigious employers who are looking for the skillset you will have. As an asset to their organisation, you can put your knowledge and skills into practice, having a real impact on their business.
Modules
Across the autumn and spring semesters, you will take 120 credits of taught modules. Each module typically consists of 10 two to three hour sessions. You will complete a 60-credit dissertation over the summer, and will be allocated an appropriate dissertation supervisor who will oversee your progress. Core modules: Semester one: Business Economics; International Business Environment; Managing People; Principles of Accounting Semester two: Essentials of International Marketing; International Business Strategy; Research Methods for Management Studies Summer Resources Management and Organisation Dissertation - 60 credits; Business Project Optional modules One from: E-Business-10 credits; Human Resource Management-20 credits; Launching an Entrepreneurial Business; Managing for Sustainability-10 credits; Strategic Entrepreneurial Growth; Human Resource Management-20 credits The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer but is not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules that will be available in any given year. Modules (including methods of assessment) may change or be updated, or modules may be cancelled, over the duration of the course due to a number of reasons such as curriculum developments or staffing changes. Please refer to the module catalogue for information on available modules. This content was last updated on Tuesday 10 September 2024. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.
Assessment method
The main assessments include exams, individual coursework and group projects.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- EQUIS
Entry requirements
2:1 (or international equivalent) in any discipline, excluding business and/or management. Personal statement and a list of modules being studied in the final year (for applicants who have not yet completed their undergraduate degree). IELTS: 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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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
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Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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