Manchester Metropolitan University

International Business Management

Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom

Course overview

Take on new and emerging markets in an international context. On this course, we will help you to develop vital skills in international business management. We will also help you understand working practices from different territories and build the skills you need to effectively manage people from different cultures and backgrounds.

Going beyond the theory Guest lectures, delivered by leaders from a variety of sectors, will give you a well-rounded view of different career paths in international business. You will also have the opportunity to take an optional 36-48 week internship which will gi

Key highlights

  • Optional placement year to gain professional work experience
  • Optional year of overseas study available
  • Specialist knowledge in managing people from different cultures
  • Covers political and governing structures shaping international markets
  • Develops cross-cultural skills for building international business relationships

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — 104-112 UCAS tariff points GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma…
  • Degree: 2:2 — or above
  • A-level: BCC — or equivalent
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC National Extended Diploma
  • Access to HE Diploma — Pass overall with a minimum 106
  • International Baccalaureate: 26 — overall or 104 U

Scholarships

  • Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships

    The scholarship award will cover the programme tuition fees of £22,000 and includes a bursary of £11,250.

    Up to £22,000
  • Business School International Postgraduate Scholarship

    £5,000 in the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Postgraduate International Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee scholarship in the first year of study for most eligible postgraduate taught courses. £3,000 tuition fee scholarship in the first year of study for the selected programmes.

Careers this course leads to

  • International business manager
  • Export sales manager
  • Global marketing executive
  • International trade specialist
  • Management consultant
  • Business development manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,750 per year | International: £22,500 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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