London South Bank University

International Business Management - MSc

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

New for 2026: May intake now open The aim of the course is to provide students with a systematic, comprehensive, and in-depth study of the discipline of international business management. Making use of technology, contemporary research, ethics, and sustainability practices, the course enables students to develop critical evaluation skills and appraise existing theories, hypotheses, and ideas about changes taking place in the world of international business. The course provides opportunities for students to develop a systematic understanding of the core disciplines of international business, such as strategic management, innovation and consultancy, international marketing and technology, organisational behaviour, global people management, finance, and sustainable project management decisions etc.

The objective of the course is to develop more effective decision-makers who have the knowledge, understanding, confidence and skills to engage in independent, original thought, apply tools of contemporary technology and sustainability, and make business decisions that have relevance in both an academic environment and the workplace. The key features of the course are: An integration of technology, sustainable development goals and global inclusivity with employability-oriented and consultancy practices embedded in the course. Market-based content properly presented to address practical market needs providing students with competitive edge.

Close links and opportunities with the LSBU Enterprise Centre. Work experience or placement opportunity Based on Input from students, ex-alumni, commercial and industrial experts throughout the course. Inclusivity, diversity, multicultural and global focus.

Based in the heart of London. Employability, leadership, and team-working skills through the techniques of group projects, consultancy projects, project management, decision-making principles, case studies and other forms of collaborative work Why International Business Management at LSBU? star-o Interactive learning, many group activities designed to help students navigate complex intercultural challenges faced by global organisations. check-circle Professional accreditation - The School has Centre of Excellence status with the IOEE, in recognition of our entrepreneurial culture and leading-edge practice. bar-chart Outstanding facilities and access to the software widely used in industry: Bloomberg, SAGE, FAME, Nvivo and SPSS. rocket Co-production: The course is designed in collaboration with industry and external stakeholders, this ensures relevant, real-world skills directly aligned with current market demands. Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Full-time 12 months September 5980 Direct to LSBU Full-time 15 months January 5981 Direct to LSBU Full-time 12 months May 6169 Direct to LSBU Course Accreditations IoEE The modules were carefully designed to provide a well-rounded education that equipped me with the necessary skills and knowledge for my future career.

Ricardo Scheel, Business Management Course Read My Story Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU. Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB).

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Key highlights

  • School holds IOEE Centre of Excellence status for entrepreneurial practice
  • Work experience or placement opportunity available
  • Consultancy projects, case studies and group work build employability skills
  • Access to industry software including Bloomberg, SAGE, FAME, NVivo and SPSS
  • Close links with the university's Enterprise Centre
  • Co-designed with industry and external stakeholders for real-world relevance

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include any subject

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • LSBU Loyalty Award

    20% discount on the tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • International business manager
  • Management consultant
  • International marketing manager
  • Business development manager
  • Global project manager
  • Strategy analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £12,780 per year | International: £18,900 per year

Admission

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