University of Portsmouth - MSc International Business and Management

University of Portsmouth

MSc International Business and Management

If you're keen to develop your business and management skills with a focus on international business, our MSc International Business and Management degree course is for you.

On this course you'll get a deeper understanding of business and management topics in an international context. You'll learn about key themes including corporate strategy, financial management, international business and global sustainability.

You'll graduate with a comprehensive understanding of international business and management issues, and be qualified for a career in organisations in any corner of the world.

Entry Requirements

  • A second-class honours degree or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Career Prospects

This International Business and Management Master's program prepares students for international roles in the UK or overseas. Graduates gain the necessary skills and knowledge to operate successfully in business, including an in-depth understanding of international business and management issues. Previous graduates have held roles such as Financial Analyst, Project and Commercialisation Manager, Restaurant Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Business Development Executive, and Business Analyst.

Course Details

You'll study all 15 credit modules and one 30-credit module. 

The Master's degree program is designed to accommodate students with various work and family responsibilities. The program offers a 14-month full-time program, with students expected to attend 10-12 hours of scheduled teaching activities during term time, spend approximately 21 hours per week studying independently, and focus on their research project in the last 3 months of the course. Teaching will be primarily face-to-face, including workshops, seminars, one-on-one tutorials, practical sessions, and group discussions. Students will participate in both face-to-face and online sessions, and have access to course materials to support their studies. Assessments will be conducted through written reports, oral presentations, portfolios, exams, and dissertations. Students will have the opportunity to share their work with their tutor and receive feedback during their studies. The program also provides opportunities to develop practical assessment skills and receive feedback to ensure their submission is as good as possible. I would like to let you know that these indications are subject to change and should be received several weeks before starting with the program.

Course Modules

Corporate Strategy - 15 credits
Financial Management - 15 credits
Global Sustainability - 15 Credits
Mibm Management Development – 15 credits
MIBM Research Methods – 15 credits
MIBM Research Project – 30 credits
Economics – 15 credits
Human Resource Management – 15 credits
International Business – 15 credits
International Marketing – 15 credits
Operations Management – 15 credits
MIBM Research Project (Work Based) – 30 credits

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