International Business (Extended)

This programme is specifically designed to enable students progress towards the next steps in their career, equipping them with key skills so they can become a leader in tomorrow’s global business world.  

With an integrated Graduate Certificate programme, this extended route is the perfect preparation to make sure student can succeed in their postgraduate studies. 

Become an expert in the macro and micro contexts of international business, developing highly employable skills such as strategic management, leadership, business development and more. With careers in international business expected to grow by 8% between 2016-2026 (Collegefactual, 2023), now is the time to pursue the career of their dreams. 

With this programme, student will learn about international business theory and how to put it into practice for the best possible outcomes. They will become an expert in international business practice and develop all the crucial skills needed to succeed. 

• Learn from expert lecturers with practical business-related experience 

• Develop skills in financial theory, decision-making and strategy development 

• Boost their employability by exploring global marketing and international entrepreneurship 

• Choose between a Dissertation or Applied Research Project option 

• Make the most of technology through Blackboard, our online learning environment, allowing them to access module materials and reading lists 

Extended route 

The Extended MSc International Business integrates the Graduate Certificate programme with our standard MSc Marketing programme, allowing them entry with qualifications equivalent to a standard degree (third class, pass or ordinary).  

• Gain a solid foundation in the skills needed for postgraduate studies 

• Progress straight into the MSc International Business after passing the Graduate Certificate stage with a minimum overall average mark of 50%, and a pass mark of 40% in each Graduate Certificate module.