MSc International Business Management and Human Resource Management Applied

The MSc International Business Management and Human Resource Management (Applied) at Teesside University, Middlesbrough, focuses on how organisations operate across borders and manage people effectively. The course links international business practice with human resource management. Students learn how firms enter global markets, manage change, and support staff in different regions. Strong emphasis is placed on real-world settings and applied learning. This master’s degree is normally studied full-time over 24 months, with an applied project built into the programme. The early part of the course builds knowledge of international business and human resource management. Students study core subjects such as global business strategy, managing people at work and international management practice.

As the MSc International Business Management and Human Resource Management (Applied) in Teesside University, Middlesbrough, progresses, learning becomes more applied. Students work on projects that reflect real workplace issues. Human resource modules focus on recruitment, performance management, learning and development, and employee relations. Business modules cover strategy, leadership and global operations. The applied element allows students to use research and analysis to solve practical problems, often linked to real organisations. The final stage of the course brings together learning through a major applied project. Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops and guided independent study. Learning includes group tasks, case studies and applied projects. Assessment methods include essays, reports, presentations, reflective work and a final applied project.