MA International Business

Course overview

** Please note this course is now closed for applications for the May 2024 intake **

Building on the transferrable skills already gained through your undergraduate study, this MA international business management 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 masters in international business management programme will develop both the core and specialist skills you need to progress your career in leadership and management on a global scale.

Entry requirements

Education

An honours degree (minimum 2.2) in any discipline.

English Proficiency

If English is not your first language IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any component) or equivalent is the minimum requirement.

Course fee

Campus Fee	Fee
fee per year:	£6,500

Assessments

This GBS course will provide you with opportunities to test your knowledge and understanding informally through ‘formative’ assessment. Formative assessment will be completed before your formal ‘summative’ assessment, which will determine your final marks.

Each module normally contains at least one piece of formative assessment from which you will receive feedback from your course team. Formative assessments are purely for developmental purposes and do not count towards your final module mark. They are designed to help you to gain more knowledge and confidence in the module material and approaches to formal assessment. Students who do not engage with informal assessments often struggle with Foundation Year progression, as well as with the academic levels above.

The formal summative assessment usually occurs towards the end of each module. Assessment methods may include written examinations and a range of coursework, including reports, portfolios, essays and presentations. The marks awarded for summative assessments count towards your final module mark. Assessment methods at GBS are reviewed annually and may be updated in consultation with students, for example in response to student or External Examiner feedback. An External Examiner is an independent academic expert from another higher education provider, and they are appointed by the Leeds Trinity University to provide external assurance regarding the academic standards of your course.

Year 1

Year 1

Leadership and Professional Development – three days of scheduled teaching
International Business – 10 x 2.5 hours
International Management and Marketing – 10 x 2.5 hours
Operations and Global Supply Chain Management – 10 x 2.5 hours
Corporate and International Strategy – 10 x 2.5 hours
Business Research – 10 x 2.5 hours
Research Project/Dissertation – Contact hours as agreed with supervisor

Students are required to choose one module from:

Innovation, Change & Enterprise
Human Resources Management
Project Management

Fees and funding

Funding your study

The total fee for this course is £6,500 per year.

For more information please click here for course fees or call us +44 (0)20 8092 9440.

When you apply for your student loan you will need to supply the correct SLC course code for your course of study. This code will depend on your study location, course and start date (see table below) and will be sent to you in any offer email you receive from Leeds Trinity University. Please ensure that you use the correct code to help avoid delay with the processing of your application and receipt of any student loan.

Location	Course Name	Intake	SLC Course Code

Birmingham	MA International Business	September 2022	881371
London – Canary Wharf	MA International Business	September 2022	881375
Manchester	MA International Business	September 2022	881372
Birmingham	MA International Business	January 2023	859958
London – Canary Wharf	MA International Business	January 2023	859960
Manchester	MA International Business	January 2023	859959
Birmingham	MA International Business	May 2023	952009
London – Canary Wharf	MA International Business	May 2023	952010
Manchester	MA International Business	May 2023	952011

FAQs for MA International Business

Is the MA International Business course for me?

Our MA International Business course builds on your undergraduate learning with an intensive curriculum — designed to give you what’s needed to impact changes in business and management practices globally. If you are a graduate looking to take the next steps toward a higher-level career with comprehensive professional development, this is the course for you.

What will I get from the MA International Business course?

Over one year, MA International Business course will sharpen your overall perspective and understanding of international business strategy — helping you develop the skills to capitalise on your new capabilities wherever you are in the world. You will become adept at managing areas of international business strategy including acquisitions, international partnerships and global supply chains from a global perspective.

What careers can I aim for after gaining an MA International Business course?

The learning and skills development you gain during your MA International Business degree will enable you to successfully transition into high-level leadership and management positions across several sectors. You will be able to excel in leading International business Management, Strategy and Consultancy positions.

Is the MA International Business course near me?

Our MA International Business course is available across three campuses in Birmingham, London and Manchester. All three destinations provide you with the facilities and support to excel in the classroom, with a great selection of things to see and do during your leisure time.

Does the MA International Business course fit my schedule?

Being able to find the right course on the right schedule is essential for getting the best from your course, so we are always looking to make our courses more accessible to students of all lifestyles and backgrounds. The MA International Business course is available on weekdays, evenings and weekends — providing the flexibility you need for a balanced lifestyle inside and out of the classroom.

Do I have what I need to be able to join the MA International Business course?

Education

An honours degree (minimum 2.2) in any discipline.

English Proficiency

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any component) or equivalent as a minimum requirement.

What will I learn during the MA International Business course?

During the year, you will develop a strong understanding of the global/local marketplace and what’s required to be an impactful addition to any business. The curriculum delves into several key topics including overseeing customer relationships and what is needed to navigate cross-cultural issues associated with diverse international business teams.

You’ll also learn about how strategy is developed within an international business with topics including acquisitions, international partnerships, global supply chains and joint ventures. By the time you complete your studies, you will have the capacity to effectively handle a range of complex international issues. This won’t just be a matter of technical prowess but also possessing the creativity to find challenging solutions and uncover ways to existing management practices.

How will I be assessed on the MA International Business course?

The MA International Business course provides many opportunities to test your knowledge and understanding informally through ‘formative’ assessment. Formative assessments will be completed before your formal ‘summative’ assessments, which will determine your final marks.

The formal summative assessment usually occurs towards the end of each module. Assessment methods may include written examinations and a range of coursework, including reports, portfolios, essays and presentations. The marks awarded for summative assessments count towards your final module mark. Assessment methods at GBS are reviewed annually and may be updated in consultation with students, for example in response to student or External Examiner feedback. An External Examiner is an independent academic expert from another higher education provider, and they are appointed by the University of Suffolk to provide external assurance regarding the academic standards of your course.