MSc International Business Management

The MSc International Business Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University is a full-time, one-year programme. The course covers key areas such as international trade, finance, global sustainability, and current political issues related to business. Students can choose between two pathways: MSc International Business Management or MSc International Business Management (Public Management).

In this programme, students interact with six core modules, including International Business Strategies, The Global Economy, and International Business in the Digital Society. They can also select one of the optional modules, such as Managing Global Challenges and Public Sector Reform & Management. Assessments include essays, presentations, case studies, and marketing plans.

Graduates of this programme can pursue careers in international business management, global marketing, finance, and consulting.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is recognised for its high-quality teaching and has a Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). It was established in 1865 with the opening of the Cardiff School of Art and currently has two main campuses: Llandaff and Cyncoed.

The university is home to over 10,000 students and is a leader in maxillofacial surgery and 3D scanning technologies. As a University of Sanctuary, it offers scholarships and support to refugees and asylum seekers to help them fit into the community. Cardiff Metropolitan University also promotes gender equality, evidenced by its School of Sport and Health Sciences receiving an Athena Swan Silver Award.

• Applicants without standard qualifications may be required to attend an interview and provide references.

• It is not mandatory for applicants to have management experience, but having some may be advantageous. 

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need to have a bachelor's degree with a grade of 2:2 or higher, or a similar qualification.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants who are non-native English speakers need to have at least a total IELTS score of 6.0, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each element.
• Other equivalents may be accepted.

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee for international students enrolling in the Cardiff Metropolitan University MSc International Business Management programme is £17,600 per year. This rate is still subject to change annually.

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers several scholarships for international students, such as the MBA Scholarship, which awards up to £4,000 based on academic qualifications or work experience. Students can also access the £2,500 Undergraduate Scholarship and the Alumni Scholarship, which provides a 20% reduction for former undergraduates.

Additionally, those who pay their fees in full by the deposit deadline may receive up to £1,000 off.

The following are potential careers for students who earn an MSc International Business Management degree from Cardiff Metropolitan University:

• Management Consultant 
• International Finance Manager 
• International Sales Manager 
• Supply Chain Manager 
• Business Development Manager 
• Human Resources Manager

Candidates who wish to enrol in this course can apply directly to the university through their self service facility. Those who have questions or need support can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors.