MA International Business Management with Year Abroad

The MA International Business Management with Year Abroad at Heriot-Watt University offers a practical and globally focused business education. This four-year degree gives you a strong foundation in international business management, along with the chance to develop essential skills such as critical thinking, communication, and teamwork.

In your third year, you have the exciting opportunity to study abroad at a partner university in countries like the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, or various places in Europe. All classes are taught in English, which allows you to broaden your global outlook and gain important international experience.

Throughout the programme, you will learn about key concepts in Business Management and how to use statistics and research methods to tackle real-world business challenges. You will also have the chance to customise your education by choosing optional courses in areas like Organisational Behaviour, Employment Relations, and Marketing. A final-year dissertation allows you to focus on a topic that matches your personal interests and career goals.

International Business Management with Year Abroad from Heriot-Watt University prepares you for a wide range of careers by combining academic knowledge with real-world experience and strong industry connections.

Heriot-Watt University is one of the oldest universities in the United Kingdom. It was founded in 1821 as the School of Arts of Edinburgh, but gained full university status in 1966. The university is named after prominent Scottish figures James Watt and George Heriot. 

The university is famous for subjects like science, engineering, business, and design. Many graduates find good jobs because they gain important knowledge and skills. Heriot-Watt has campuses in places like Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai, and Malaysia, giving it a global presence. It also offers online courses, allowing students from around the world to study. 

The university focuses on providing modern research and teaching, making it a great choice for students who want to do well in their careers.

Grade Requirements:

The standard grade requirements for the MA International Business Management with Year Abroad at Heriot-Watt University include Highers at AABB over two sittings, or A-Levels ranging from BBC to ABB. 

Applicants with an International Baccalaureate should have a minimum of 29 points. For those applying with vocational qualifications, a BTEC at DDM level is accepted, with a preference for Business-related subjects. Similarly, an HNC with a B in the graded unit or an HND with BB will also be considered, particularly if the qualification is in Business.

English Proficiency: 

• International applicants whose first language is not English are expected to show proof of English proficiency. IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalents are accepted.

For the 2025/2026 academic session, the tuition fee to study an MA in International Business Management with Year Abroad at Heriot-Watt University is £20,536.

Heriot-Watt University gives many scholarships and financial help to support students in reaching their study goals. One important chance is the International Merit Scholarship, which has £500,000 in total for international students who pay fees and start their courses in January or September 2025. This scholarship helps to reduce the tuition fees for the first year, and the amount of help you get depends on where you come from. It is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Graduates of an MA in International Business Management with Year Abroad at Heriot-Watt University are fit for employment in roles such as the following:

• International Marketing Manager 
• Entrepreneurship Coach  
• Business Development Manager 
• Management Analyst  
• Project Manager 
• Account Manager 

Applications can be made through the Universities & Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) or directly through the university’s online application form. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.