BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY · UNITED KINGDOM
Management and International Business - MSc
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
12 mo
Duration
6.0
IELTS
€22k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- CMI AccreditedProfessional Accreditation
- 94%Student Satisfaction (PTES 2025)
- Optional 20-week placementWork Experience
- Diverse international student teamsGlobal Collaboration
- Taught by experienced professionalsExpert Faculty
- Support for Business English languageLanguage Development
The MSc Management and International Business program at Birmingham City University is designed to equip you with the essential skills to thrive as a successful international manager. This CMI-accredited course focuses on strategic business decisions, understanding global cultural differences, and effective staff management in an international context. You'll gain practical experience through diverse international student team projects, mirroring professional practice. The curriculum evolves from examining global business challenges and leadership dynamics to exploring international operations, corporate social responsibility, and innovation. The program culminates in a major project tailored to your career aspirations, offering options for a work-based study, a consultancy project, or a traditional dissertation. This flexibility allows you to deepen your expertise in a chosen area of international business, enhancing your employability.
Curriculum
The program is structured in stages, building your expertise from fundamental global business challenges to specialized international strategy and a tailored major project.
- Stage 1
- Key challenges faced by global businesses
- Leadership and management practice
- Organisation, communication, and teamwork in diverse cultural contexts
- Stage 2
- International operations management integrated with corporate social responsibility
- Sustainability and the role of innovation
- International strategy
- Research skills development
- Final Stage (Major Project)
- Major Project (Work-based study, Consultancy project, or Traditional dissertation)
Careers
This course will prepare you for a range of roles in international business operations. The Major Project module allows you to tailor your studies to enhance employability in your chosen career destination.
- International marketing strategist
- Global supply chain manager
- International business consultant
- International manager
Frequently asked questions
- What are the academic entry requirements for the MSc Management and International Business program?
- You need an Honours degree with a minimum of a 2:2 classification, or an equivalent overseas university graduate-level qualification. For entry to Stage 2 or 3, specific postgraduate qualifications in a relevant business subject are required.
- What is the English language requirement for international students?
- You must have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each band. If you do not meet these requirements, you may consider joining Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC).
- How much does the MSc Management and International Business program cost for international students?
- The tuition fee for international students is £18,970 for a 1-year or 16-month program, and £20,865 for an 18-month program with a Professional Placement (2026/27 entry). Tuition fees cover everyday tuition and examination costs.
- What is the duration of the MSc Management and International Business program?
- The program can be completed in 1 year (or 16 months). An option for an 18-month program with a Professional Placement is also available.
- What are the career prospects after completing this Master's degree?
- This course prepares you for roles such as International Marketing Strategist, Global Supply Chain Manager, International Business Consultant, and International Manager. The Major Project module allows you to tailor your studies to enhance employability.
- How do I apply for the MSc Management and International Business program?
- Applications are made directly through the University's online application system. You will need to select your course and intake, complete the application form in English, provide referee details, and submit supporting documents.
Entry requirements
Honours degreeMinimum 2:2, or equivalent
Overseas university graduate level qualificationEquivalent to minimum 2:2
Pre-Master's programme approved by Birmingham City University
Pre-Master's programmeMinimum 55% average
IELTS6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band
If you do not meet the academic or English language requirements, you may consider joining Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC). For entry to Stage 2 or 3, specific postgraduate qualifications (Certificate/Diploma) in a relevant business subject are required, along with an extended application and, for Stage 3, a passed research methods module and an approved dissertation proposal.
Fees
Tuition (international)£18,970 for 1 year (or 16 months). £20,865 for 18 months with Professional Placement (2026/27 entry).
Tuition (home)£11,200 for 1 year (or 16 months). £12,320 for 18 months with Professional Placement (2026/27 entry).
LivingAs part of your Student Visa application, you will need to demonstrate sufficient funds for your first year of study, covering living costs. Specific estimated amount not provided; refer to university guidance on managing finances for visa purposes.
Annual and modular tuition fees are for the first year of study. The University reserves the right to increase fees for subsequent years in line with inflation (capped at 5%) or government policy changes. Tuition fees cover everyday tuition, examination costs, and Students' Union membership, but not textbooks or other course materials.
How to apply
1. Select your course and intakeChoose the MSc Management and International Business course and your preferred start date (September 2026 or January 2027), along with your preferred duration (1 year, 16 months, or 18 months with Professional Placement).
2. Apply OnlineClick the 'Apply Online' button associated with your chosen course option on the Fees & How to Apply section of the course page.
3. Complete your application formFill in all required personal and academic details. You will need to apply in English.
4. Provide Referee DetailsYour referee should be able to comment on your academic and/or professional ability and suitability for higher education. Family, relatives, or friends cannot be referees. The university may contact your referee directly.
5. Submit supporting documentsPrepare and submit copies of all relevant documents, including academic transcripts, degree certificates, and English language test scores (if applicable). If applying for Stage 2 or 3 entry, you will need to submit an extended application and, for Stage 3, an original Dissertation Proposal.
6. Pay any applicable feesWhile there isn't an application fee for this specific course, be aware of any potential fees for other applications (e.g., UCAS Conservatoires has a £28.95 fee).
Accreditation
Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Frequently asked questions
What are the academic entry requirements for the MSc Management and International Business program?
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You need an Honours degree with a minimum of a 2:2 classification, or an equivalent overseas university graduate-level qualification. For entry to Stage 2 or 3, specific postgraduate qualifications in a relevant business subject are required.
What is the English language requirement for international students?
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You must have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each band. If you do not meet these requirements, you may consider joining Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC).
How much does the MSc Management and International Business program cost for international students?
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The tuition fee for international students is £18,970 for a 1-year or 16-month program, and £20,865 for an 18-month program with a Professional Placement (2026/27 entry). Tuition fees cover everyday tuition and examination costs.
What is the duration of the MSc Management and International Business program?
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The program can be completed in 1 year (or 16 months). An option for an 18-month program with a Professional Placement is also available.
What are the career prospects after completing this Master's degree?
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This course prepares you for roles such as International Marketing Strategist, Global Supply Chain Manager, International Business Consultant, and International Manager. The Major Project module allows you to tailor your studies to enhance employability.
How do I apply for the MSc Management and International Business program?
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Applications are made directly through the University's online application system. You will need to select your course and intake, complete the application form in English, provide referee details, and submit supporting documents.