International Business Management MSc

• Overview

  The world’s economy is increasingly global. As a result, demand continues to grow for individuals who understand the global context of business: from logistics and cross-border investments to the cultural and ethical issues in the practice of international business. These skills are increasingly valued by employers who are faced with the challenges of operating globally and achieving cohesion in increasingly diverse workforces.

  Course

  Highlights

  • Tuition fee discounts for Home / EU and International Alumni students
  • Specifically for students with no background or qualifications in Business
  • Postgraduate loan available (subject to meeting student finance critetia) for Home / EU Students

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• Course Details

  The course is relevant to those with or without a business degree, although a minimum of a 2:2 classification is required and will prepare you for managerial roles across this emerging global economy.

  International and Comparative Human Resource Management (HRMM060)

  The internationalisation of markets/economies has been accompanied by increased emphasis on international perspectives in Human Resource Management (HRM) by reducing labour costs, improving product quality and developing organisational flexibility.  The growth of organisations operating across national boundaries has raised issues related to HR strategy and practice within those organisations. This module explores the complex cultural, social, economic and institutional environments within which organisations have to compete and the implications for effective people management and HR practice.

  Global Marketing Strategy (MKTM018)

  Operating across several non-domestic markets produces a complex set of issues. Marketing programmes must, in these situations, adapt to the needs and preferences of customers that have different levels of purchasing power as well as different climates, languages and cultures. Moreover, patterns of competition and methods of doing business differ between nations and sometimes within different regions of the same nation. We will explore the marketing challenges faced by organisations attempting to develop and grow in international markets. We also analyse the means by which corporate marketing strategies can be deployed in the search for sustainable competitive advantage.

  Managing Finance and Information (FINM037)

  All managers are faced with issues associated with interrogating and communicating management information. This may be in requesting or controlling resources or in providing, controlling or interpreting budgetary and other financial data. The trend in recent years has been for devolution of such responsibilities to the line manager. The concepts, conventions and terminology of the disciplines are often challenging for managers, who might be lacking in experience to handle such responsibilities confidently and competently.

  International Logistics and Supply Chain (BSOM034)

  Businesses recognise that Supply Chains are sources of competitive advantage; in the same way that we might consider competition between brands. Improved performance in Logistics and Supply Chain management leads to lower operating costs, shorter lead times and better value for customers.  Developments in the last two decades have seen huge investments into technologies, infrastructure, staff and processes which neccesitates further practitioner education. This module is designed to focus on the many different elements that make up a holistic view of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

  Managing Across Cultures (HRMM061)

  Due to the increase in organisations operating globally, this module has both a theoretical and practical focus. The module explores different business cultures from across the world and considers their impact on individuals when working in environments that are not native them. There is a strong emphasis on developing personal adaptability in cross cultural work environments which is a strong requirement for leading and managing other people internationally.

  Global Innovation Management (MKTM035)

  The management of innovation is a critical element in ensuring successful new products and services are encouraged, survive and flourish. In this module you will discover how to avoid the common pitfalls in managing innovation in both small and large organisations. Emphasis is placed on internationalisation, sustainability, external engagement, social innovation and employability within a global context.

  Dissertation and Research Methods (STRM028)

  This module specifies the independent research and related research methods skills. The specification is general to reflect the different types of research project which you may choose to undertake – conceptual, applied or work-related – and also to reflect the contrasting research paradigms to be followed.

  Schedule

  For this course you can expect taught study to be a combination of sessions, seminars and workshops and usually 12 hours per week, we recommend that you spend approximately 20 hours per week in self-directed study time. You will attend sessions, seminars and workshops throughout two taught semesters (14 weeks each). Work on the dissertation normally commences in the second semester and is submitted at the 12 month point.

  Assessments

  The course has a mixture of assessment involving essays, research papers, case studies, portfolios, oral presentations, examinations and a final dissertation.

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  Additional

  Information

  No Formal Management Qualifications Necessary

  Experience or qualifications in management are neither expected nor required. If you have experience as a manager, you may wish to consider our MBA programme.

• Careers and Events
  • Student Stories

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    “The course has helped me to improve my English skills and my academic study skills. It has also taught me how to do intense research around the area of Marketing, which will be very useful for my future career in the industry.”

    
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    Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.

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  • Careers

    Career Opportunities

    MSc Management aims to develop the managers of the future by providing a level of education to those seeking a generalist, broadly based management qualification. This programme is particularly relevant to those without a business background (either academic or employment) who have not previously committed to a specific/specialist career path.

    The specialist pathways are designed to provide more focussed routes for those who have more clearly defined career aspirations while still seeking to develop knowledge and skills in a broad range of business and management disciplines.

    
• Requirements

  Candidates will normally hold a first or second class honours degree or equivalent.

  No work experience is required for admission onto the course.

  For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • Minimum standard – IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent)
    for study at postgraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

   

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• Course Content
  • Level 7

  • Managing Finance and Information (20 Credits)
    Module code: FINM037

    Core Module Y
  • Global Marketing Strategy (20 Credits)
    Module code: MKTM018

    Core Module Y
  • International and Comparative Human Resource Management (20 Credits)
    Module code: HRMM060

    Core Module Y
  • International Logistics and Supply Chain (20 Credits)
    Module code: BSOM034

    Core Module Y
  • Managing Across Cultures (20 Credits)
    Module code: HRMM061

    Core Module Y
  • Global Innovation Management (20 Credits)
    Module code: MKTM035

    Core Module Y
  • Dissertation and Research Methods (60 Credits)
    Module code: STRM028

    Core Module Y

  Facilities &

  Special Features

  The course will build upon your existing capabilities from your first discipline and will develop your conceptual and theoretical understanding of business and management issues, problems and opportunities.

  As well as developing your research and reflection skills at postgraduate level, you will be able to link theory and practice throughout each module which include a variety of study methods such as case studies, business simulations, the completion of an applied research project related to real ‘live’ business issues and in some cases by means of a work based learning component.

• Further Studies
  • Graduate Discount Schemes

    Discounts for alumni and new students

    Whether you are an international, home or EU student, we offer generous tuition fee discounts for postgraduate study.

    Our International Scholarships page has details of the International Graduate Scholarship offering up to 50% for alumni of the University and the International Scholarship offering up to 30% for new students.

    The Graduate Discount Scheme page has information about the 20% discount for Home and EU graduates.

    
  • Business and Enterprise

    We are committed to supporting and encouraging business growth and we are involved in a variety of initiatives which seek to benefit the wider community as well as students and staff of the University.

    Discover what businesses we work with and what opportunities may be available to you on our Business and Enterprise pages.

    
  • Research

    We are committed to delivering outstanding research that makes a difference to society. Our Research Institutes and Centres work closely with external partner organisations, locally, nationally and internationally. We produce internationally renowned and relevant research and disseminate knowledge on an international scale.

    Visit our Research Hub page for more information.

    
• Fees & Funding
  • UK & EU
  • International

  20/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £7,425

  Postgraduate Loans
  If you are starting a postgraduate Master’s course in 2020/21 you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan through Student Finance England.

  To see what Scholarships and funding may be available to you, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £7,300

  Postgraduate Loans
  If you are starting a postgraduate Master’s course in 2019/20 you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan through Student Finance England*.

  To see what Scholarships and funding may be available to you, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  20/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £13,750

  To see what funding may be available to you as an International student, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £12,750

  To see what funding may be available to you as an International student, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships page.

  Scholarships

  Dr Mike Daniel Research Degree Scholarship

  The Dr Mike Daniel Research Degree Scholarship awards £500 to a postgraduate research degree student at the University of Northampton. Dr Mike Daniel was Pro…

  EU and International Scholarships

  We’re committed to offering the opportunity to study in the UK to the best and brightest students from around the world.

  TD Lewis Scholarship

  The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.  This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…

  The Chancellor's Fund

  The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply.  The…

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