International Business Management MSc
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 26,400 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international students; GBP 13,500 - home students
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Introduction
Our International Business Management MSc will enable you to respond to the growing internationalisation of business and management practice.
The following pathways are offered:
- International Business Management MSc
- International Business Management (Sustainability) MSc
This programme will allow you to respond to the growing internationalisation of business and management practice.
Our Master's programme celebrates the diversity of living and working across cultures. We focus on the skills and knowledge needed in today's global business environment.
The opportunities, and challenges, for international businesses are becoming ever more complex. Increased mobility and globalisation of populations create new market opportunities and product possibilities. Businesses are seeking responsible managers who can:
- work across cultures
- capitalise on the opportunities presented by this rapidly developing and dynamic business landscape
This course combines subject area and practice-focused skills modules with an individual project. You'll:
- develop your knowledge and experience of thinking and working like an international manager
- gain a rich introduction to the complexity of globalisation and cultural difference
- progress to developing effective international strategies and managing change
- cultivate a greater understanding of contemporary business issues
You'll enhance your management 'toolkit' through:
- our links to the industry
- an employability strategy running throughout your Master's
- the opportunity to engage with international collaboration/exchange
Sustainability pathway
The International Business Management MSc programme offers a specialist sustainability pathway. You can select to study the generic route or the sustainability pathway.
Alongside core content, you'll also study specialist modules focusing on worldwide sustainability issues.
With the sustainability pathway, you’ll develop the skills needed to become a responsible business leader. These include:
- business analysis
- critical thinking
- strategic decision making
- all with a focus on sustainability.
Professional accreditation and recognition
Newcastle University Business School accreditation
Newcastle University Business School is accredited by the:
- Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
- European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
- Association of MBAs (AMBA)
Only 1% of business schools worldwide hold this triple crown. Our accreditations reflect the investments we make for our students through providing a high-quality teaching environment, innovative programming and active engagement with the industry.
Rankings
- 1st in the UK and 8th in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 125 University - QS World University Rankings 2023
- Global Top 140 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
- Top 125 for Business and Economics – Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- Top 185 for Social Sciences and Management - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- Top 200 for Business and Management Studies - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- Global Top 140 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
- Top 100 for Masters in Management - QS Business Masters Rankings: Management 2023
Curriculum
What you'll learn
You'll develop your knowledge and experience by working and thinking as an international manager does. You'll also gain an introduction to the complexity of globalisation and cultural differences.
You'll progress to:
- develop effective international strategies
- manage change
- cultivate a greater understanding of contemporary business issues
Compulsory Modules
- The International Business Environment 10
- International Business Strategy 10
- Managing Across Cultures 10
- Strategy for Managers 10
- Marketing 10
- Managing Change in Organisations 10
- Managing Organisations and People 10
- Research Methods for International Business Management 10
- International Management Practitioner 20
- Strategic Business Analysis and Decision-Making 10
- Academic Mentoring for MSc International Business Management 0
Optional Modules
- International Marketing 10
- Global Perspectives on Human Resource Management 10
- International Entrepreneurship 10
- Current Issues in International Business and Management 10
- Data Analytics for Managers 10
- Sustainability Management and the Natural Environment 10
- Role of Business in Society - Issues and Challenges 10
- Research-based Dissertation for International Business Management 50
- Practice-based Dissertation in International Business Management 50
- Postgraduate International Experience 10
Career Opportunities
Graduate destinations
Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles including:
- international account manager
- managing director
- business development manager
- relationship manager
- human resource manager
- personnel office manager
- investment analyst
- business intelligence analyst
- import and export specialist
- management consultant
- project analyst
Careers
This course prepares you for a wide range of careers with employers, such as:
- Hewlett-Packard
- EY
- Walmart Global Sourcing
- Volkswagen
- PwC
- Grundfos
- P&G
- China National Petroleum Corporation
- Kingsway Group
- Ingman Capital Partners Ltd
- People's Insurance Company of China
- Boston Consulting Group
- Virgin Money
- Caterpillar
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd