Program Overview

Grounded in the principles of international business management, our postgraduate Master of Science in International Business and Management program offers a forward-thinking, globally applicable education. Upon graduation, you'll demonstrate proficiency in core theories, practices, and techniques essential for managing global enterprises effectively. You'll navigate evolving trends in sustainable business and management while delving into marketing strategies tailored to the complexities of multinational corporations in diverse international business environments. By addressing contemporary and future challenges in the global market, this program equips you with the skills for sustained success in the ever-evolving business landscape. Join us and embark on a journey towards long-term professional achievement.

Online

University of Central Lancashire

January, May and September

24 months

• You must hold at least a 2:2 degree or equivalent professional experience or learning in a related field. However, please note that we’ll consider all candidates on their individual merits.

• If you’re looking to progress through the experiential learning route, you’ll need to provide a more detailed personal statement than usual along with a CV highlighting your relevant work experience.

• We may ask you to attend an online, 45-minute interview to discuss your background and interest in the course.

• You can also explore using our accreditation of prior learning (APL) to claim credits that you can put towards your degree, based on the experience you currently hold.

• If you don’t speak English as a first language you’ll need to hold a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or an accepted equivalent.

Requirement

Tuition Fee

£8,549 (flexible payment plans available)

Course Type

Master's degree

Modules

1) International Business and Finance (20 credits)

This module serves as your introduction to International Business and Finance and will help you gain a critical approach to understanding the main financial issues faced by business managers. You’ll build your knowledge of the international finance system; the interpretation of financial reports to guide decision making; the role of financial intermediaries; and much more.

2) Sustainable Management and Ethics (40 credits)

Your coursework here will support the development of your theoretical, conceptual, and empirical skills, which in turn will help you understand and critically evaluate ethical and sustainable business practices. You’ll study the impact these have on businesses – as well as society – in a dynamic, global marketplace, and enhance your awareness of the interconnectedness of international markets.

3) Global People Management (20 credits)

During this module, you can expect to analyse, explore, and assess the challenges and complexities of people management operating in an international context. By acquiring a critical awareness of comparative practices that consider the entire employee life cycle, you’ll develop an approach to global implementation that is ethically responsible and sustainable, while being sensitive to the cultural and institutional factors that influence people management as a practice.

4) Strategic Futures (40 credits)

On this module you can look forward to gaining a robust understanding of strategic management issues and solutions and their importance to organisations. You’ll see how models and frameworks of strategic management can identify and respond to global trends, and how you can position these in the context of strategic thinking and change within organisations.

5) Research Project (60 credits)

With this final module, you’ll have the chance to put your learning from the course into a self-directed academic or practice-oriented research project. You’ll be challenged with identifying, analysing, and addressing an issue or topic in the Business and Management discipline – this can even be based on an ongoing trend or occurrence in your own line of work.

Innovative world-class study experience

Empower yourself for leadership in global business with our online Master of Science in International Business and Management. Gain expertise in operational and strategic management, breaking from tradition to anticipate future challenges. Prepare for executive roles with a real-world focus and professional development skills. Explore diverse career paths, including business development, marketing, project management, and entrepreneurship. Elevate your career trajectory with a program designed for long-term success in modern business environments.

Who is the course aimed at?

The Master of Science in International Business and Management program at the University of Central Lancashire targets individuals aspiring to leadership roles in global business. It offers a comprehensive understanding of operational and strategic management, emphasizing sustainable business practices and international marketing strategies to tackle contemporary and future challenges in the field.

Why the University of Central Lancashire?

• 5 QS stars for excellence teaching

• Ranked 3rd in the UK for mental health support students

• Awarded Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Silver Award