MSc International Business

Why choose this course?

  • If you want to develop your management career in organisations trading or operating internationally, this is the ideal masters course for you.
  • Build on the skills and knowledge developed in your first degree, whatever the subject focus, and add an international business dimension to your graduate study. You might have studied management or accounting, law or design, geography or engineering, but now you want to take these skills into a career in international business.
  • We'll introduce you to key subjects in the international business area - a deep knowledge of the economic, political, technological and cultural factors facing international business is crucial for any manager in the modern trade environment.
  • You'll develop a strategic awareness of factors affecting business operating in international business.
  • Our academic staff have had senior or directorial positions in a wide variety of organisations, both private and public, blue chip and self employed, and are keen to share their knowledge with you.
  • Our links with industry and our growing research and consultancy base means you'll be using learning tools and studying subjects that are up to date and relevant in all current business environments.
  • You'll be part of a vibrant postgraduate business school. Our students are from all over the world and so you'll benefit from a truly global experience, which adds an extra depth to your studies.
  • You can put what you learn in to practice. You'll be involved in working on real projects for real companies.
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Course code: MN1AK

Start date: If you're from the UK or EU you can apply to study this course in: September 2012 January 2013 If you're from a country outside the EU you can apply to study this course full time in: September 2012 January 2013

Course length: One year

Campus: Kedleston Road site, Derby Campus

This course is available to international students

About this course

The MSc International Business is designed to develop a deep knowledge and understanding of the operation of business and organisations in an international context, alongside developing your personal and employability skills appropriate for employment in international business or management.

Globalisation of trade and international communication technology has been the driving force of growth for business and economies for the past 20 years, and despite the global downturn, it will continue to drive future business developments. A thorough knowledge of the economic, political, technological and cultural factors facing international business is crucial for any manager in the modern trade environment. You will integrate analysis from various disciplines including economics, politics, international business, marketing, management and finance throughout the course.

You will develop your capabilities in using relevant analytical methods for evaluating business operations, trade and strategy in an international context. You will become strategically aware of factors affecting business operating in international business, and have the ability to apply different theoretical perspectives for critical appraisal of business operations and strategy in an international context.   

Using relevant models, and drawing on appropriate sources of research, you will be able to draw relevant conclusions and develop recommendations for international business strategy changes.

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

  • A second class undergraduate degree
  • If English is not your first language, you will also need IELTS 6.5

Fees and finance

This is a classroom based course.

UK/EU students

  • Part time: £695 per module (you usually take 9 of these modules in total)

International students

  • Full time: £10,200 (in total)

*These fees apply if you're starting this course between September 2012 and August 2013. We recommend you check fee details with us though, as they can change. Costs can increase each year.

How you will learn

How you'll learn

Throughout the programme, you will encounter a diverse range of learning and teaching methods designed to meet the programme aims. At each level, we will provide development and support to help you develop your academic and applied skills and to promote personal development. The teaching team will use a mix of lecture format, group work, discussion, workshops, case study analysis, practical analysis and personal networking at this level, supported by specific guidance on study texts and journal material, on-line study materials and use of blended learning.

How you're assessed

You will be assessed through coursework on each module. The coursework will differ on each module and will involve a range of formats including computer based tests, research reports, practical activities, presentations, essays and case studies.

Careers and employability

On successful completion of the MSc International Business you will be aiming to join management training programmes in the world's largest international companies.

International business is a crucial driver for world growth in the next few years as emerging markets expand and will be a growth area for graduate employment.

What our students say

"The lecturers put a great emphasis on the practical aspect of the subjects that we study. We are encouraged to challenge theories and literature, and express our own opinions."

Where will I study?

Kedleston Road site, Derby Campus

Contact details

General enquiries about admissions and applications, UK and overseas

T: +44 (0)1332 591167
F: +44 (0)1332 597724
E: askadmissions@derby.ac.uk

Take a look at the programme specification for this course