MA International Business

Building on the transferrable skills already gained through your undergraduate study, this programme will provide the opportunity to hone your knowledge and skills, and your approach to a truly global economy.

You’ll look at the increasing significance of the global/local market place, including traditional export/import operations, international expansion and e-commerce. You’ll understand international customers and their requirements, focusing on customer relationship management, customer service and cross-cultural management issues associated with diverse international business teams. And you’ll learn about International Business strategy development, including acquisitions, international partnerships, global supply chains and joint ventures.

You'll gain the knowledge to tackle complex international issues, both systematically and creatively, giving you the ability to change and improve business and management practice.

• How are traditional export and import operations changing?

• What opportunities does e-commerce bring to businesses?

• How are international customers' needs met?

Studying our programme will develop both the core and specialist skills you need to progress your career in leadership and management on a global scale.

Education

An honours degree (minimum 2.2) in any discipline.

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.