
International Business with Marketing (Professional Practice) MSc
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Our MSc in International Business with Marketing (Professional Practice) is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in a dynamic global business environment. The course specialises in the market-oriented, customer-driven approach to planning and implementing marketing strategies. You’ll develop knowledge and skills to undertake strategic analysis of markets, and create, adapt and implement strategy.
Designed for international students, this course combines academic excellence with hands-on, practical experience. Alongside your studies, you’ll benefit from a 6-month placement opportunity, allowing you to apply the skills and knowledge gained during your 12-month taught course in a UK business environment. Whether you aspire to work for a multinational corporation, launch your own international venture, or pursue a leadership role in a global organisation, this course provides a deep dive into the key areas of international business strategy, management, and operations.
You will explore core topics such as globalisation, international trade, and cross-cultural management, enabling you to develop a critical understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing organisations in the international arena. To enrich your learning experience, you’ll engage with real-world business case studies and benefit from insights shared by industry experts. Additionally, our emphasis on sustainability and innovation will prepare you to lead responsibly in a complex global economy.
By gaining hands-on experience through practical assignments and group projects, you’ll build the expertise and confidence to navigate international markets, making you highly employable and ready to take on the challenges of a globalised business landscape.
Key highlights
- Six-month placement opportunity in a UK business environment
- Specialises in market-oriented, customer-driven marketing strategy planning and implementation
- Core topics include globalisation, international trade and cross-cultural management
- Real-world business case studies and insights from industry experts
- Emphasis on sustainability and innovation for responsible global leadership
- Practical assignments and group projects build international market expertise
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include Business Studies, Marketing, Management, Logistics, Accountancy or Economics; or above
Scholarships
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.
Careers this course leads to
- International marketing manager
- Marketing strategist
- International business development manager
- Global brand manager
- Market research analyst
- Entrepreneur
Cost of study
International: £19,800
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 University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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