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MScInternational Business Management

Is this course for you?The MSc International Business Management will develop your ability to think logically, laterally, practically and independently so that you can operate effectively in a wide range of business roles within international organisations.

About this courseOur MSc International Business Management will enable you to develop a thorough knowledge of the key concepts of human resource management, finance, marketing, business strategy and supply chain management in the context of international business.

It will provide you with a range of transferable skills and competencies within a constructive, collaborative and technology based learning environment.

This will prepare you for more challenging management and leadership roles which is key to your individual career aspirations and hence employability and career advancement.

Students will have the opportunity to apply for an optional placement year at the end of their second semester. All (Tier 4) students who locate a placement in the UK must return back to their country and apply for the Tier 4 visa, (for the duration if their placement and to complete their existing programme), before starting their placement.

The University will provide the necessary support by issuing a Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) to students and meeting the cost of the Tier 4 visa applications, whilst students would be expected to meet all other related costs.

Key features

■ Aimed at the development of key management competencies.

■ Teaching and learning based on a combined problem and practice approach.

■ A teaching team comprised of those at the leading edge of research and those with significant experience in management roles.

■ Preparation for roles in international business management – whatever discipline.

Entry requirements

■ A UK 2.2 Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

■ Evidence of satisfactory English language skills is required for international candidates where English is not their first language, such as IELTS – overall score 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening) or equivalent.

■ Applicants who do not quite meet the normal entry requirements may be offered the opportunity to study the ‘Extended Programme’ (see overleaf).

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Key Facts

Mode of study: Full-time or Part-time

Duration: 14 months Full-time 18 months Full-time (Extended Programme) 3 years Part-time

Course begins: September and January

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Course content

Scanning the Global Digital EnvironmentUnderstand approaches for evaluating an organisation’s global digital marketplace to help develop a digital marketing strategy, contextualising digital growth and challenges alongside alignment with traditional spheres.

International Financial Reporting & AnalysisUnderstand financial reporting, analysis and the international regulatory framework and the future direction of financial reporting. This includes studying income and asset value measurement systems and preparation of consolidated statements of comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows.

International Business ManagementThrough contemporary problem practice based case scenarios, you will evaluate global dynamics and relationships between TRIAD and emerging economies and analyse the key factors impacting the future patterns of global economic growth.

Leading, Managing and Developing PeopleLearn contemporary developments in human resource management / human resource fevelopment practice and organisational management including change management within complex global settings.

International Strategic ManagementYou will engage with, apply, analyse and evaluate a range of strategic tools, models and concepts on contemporary international/global competition in various industries and the challenges multi-national enterprises face when doing business globally.

International Supply Chain ManagementProvides a comprehensive analysis of more recent, and emerging, concepts and developments in international supply chains and the role of e-commerce, the supplier, producer and customer, ethics and culture in the process.

Human Resource Management in a Global ContextEngage with environmental analysis and contemporary decision imperatives for HR management in a global context

including models and competing debates to international people management and development. You will learn about international assignments, different employment practices and factors affecting strategic development.

Research Methods for International BusinessYou will identify and justify an appropriate research topic of relevance to International Business Management and produce a research proposal which reflects a critical awareness of a range of research philosophies, strategies, methods and evaluating their relevance to your proposed topic.

Masters Dissertation in International Business ManagementThrough independent learning and reference to an assigned supervisor, this module facilitates the exploration and critical review of a substantial individual research enquiry within the field of International Business Management.

Tailoring your study to suit your careerYou will have the opportunity to choose from a range of option modules which enable you to explore additional topics. In addition your Dissertation offers you the opportunity to research an approved topic which matches your career aspirations.

Choose one optional module from the following (subject to availability):• Project Management• International Financial Management• International Consultancy in Action (incl. overseas residential course, subject to visa and extra cost)• Marketing Innovations

MSc - Extended ProgrammeThis programme has an introductory teaching block comprising the modules below and is aimed at students who meet the MSc entry requirements, but feel that they would benefit from the additional modules to prepare them for postgraduate study.

The modules studied are; Business English 2; General English 2; Business in Context; Study Skills for Business in an International Context.

We believe in problem/practice based learning and will offer you an environment in which to develop a range of skills and competencies to operate effectively in a competitive international business environment.

Dr Zedias Mutema, Course Leader

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