International Business, MSc
Swansea UniversityBay Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Global trade, foreign investment, digital connectivity and cultural exchange continue to transform how organisations operate. These changes create new opportunities and new challenges for businesses expanding across borders. Our MSc International Business equips you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in this global environment, with a strong focus on strategy, entrepreneurship, innovation, marketing, leadership, ethics and finance.
Designed around the real needs of modern organisations, the programme explores the processes and decision‑making frameworks that shape international business. You will develop a deep understanding of areas including strategy, enterprise, innovation, marketing, leadership, corporate governance and ethical practice. You will also gain valuable hands‑on experience through our on‑campus Small Business Clinic, where you will work on live projects with external organisations.
This direct industry engagement helps you build practical skills, solve real business challenges and strengthen your professional profile. Graduates of the programme are well‑prepared for a wide range of career paths in a global marketplace, including roles such as Business Adviser, International Business Development Manager, Management Consultant, Analyst or Researcher.
Key highlights
- Live projects with external organisations through the on-campus Small Business Clinic
- Strong focus on strategy, entrepreneurship, innovation and international marketing
- Covers leadership, corporate governance, ethical practice and finance
- Explores decision-making frameworks shaping business across borders
- Direct industry engagement builds practical skills and professional profile
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — 2.1.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Business Adviser
- International Business Development Manager
- Management Consultant
- Business Analyst
- Researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £12,750 per year | International: £22,750 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 Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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