International Business and Entrepreneurship MSc

Program Overview

The International Business and Entrepreneurship MSc program at De Montfort University provides an in-depth understanding of international business and entrepreneurship, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the globalized business world. The program emphasizes critical analysis, strategic decision-making, and ethical management practices. Through interactive learning methods and a diverse faculty, students develop the skills necessary for careers in international business, entrepreneurship, and management.

Program Outline

International Business and Entrepreneurship MSc (Full Extraction)

Degree Overview:

• Provides an in-depth and advanced perspective on international business with a focus on entrepreneurship.
• Designed for both recent graduates and professionals with experience.
• Equips students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the globalized world of business and entrepreneurship.
• Focuses on critically examining international businesses, analyzing why and how firms go international, and creating successful expansion plans.
• Emphasizes social responsibility and ethical management practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Critically analyze international business environments and operations.
• Develop entrepreneurial skills and apply them in a global context.
• Develop strategic decision-making skills in an international environment.
• Understand and apply ethical management practices.
• Enhance research and communication skills.

Outline:

• Structure:
• Program consists of 6 blocks delivered over 12 months.
• Students focus on one block at a time, allowing for deep engagement with the subject.
• Block delivery provides opportunities for regular feedback and assessments, promoting effective learning.
• Course Schedule:
• Fall semester:
• Block 1: International Business and Strategy
• Block 2: Entrepreneurial and Creative Action in International Organisations
• Spring semester:
• Block 3: Critical Management and Organisation Studies
• Block 4: Entrepreneurship and Strategic Decision Making in Global Contexts
• Summer semester:
• Block 5 & 6: Dissertation, Consulting Project, or Business Project Simulator
• Students choose one of these options for their final project.
• Course Modules:
• Sample Modules:
• International Business and Strategy
• Entrepreneurial and Creative Action in International Organisations
• Critical Management and Organisation Studies
• International Entrepreneurship
• Managing People in a Global Context
• Global Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
• International Marketing
• Global Finance

Assessment:

• Portfolio tasks are used in most modules for assessment.
• Range of assessments:
• Essays
• Reports
• Exams
• Multiple-choice questions
• Presentations
• Feedback is provided throughout the program, promoting learning and improvement.

Teaching:

• Emphasis on interactive and engaging learning methods:
• Workshops
• Tutorials
• Practical learning sessions
• Online resources
• Diverse faculty with expertise in international business and entrepreneurship.

Careers:

• Prepares graduates for careers in:
• International business
• Entrepreneurship
• Management
• SME development
• Strong focus on developing skills and knowledge relevant to current business needs.
• Career support provided through DMU Careers Team.

Other:

• DMU Global program offers opportunities for international experience and volunteering.
• Diverse student and faculty population, providing international learning environment.
• Application deadline: June 5, 2024
• Tuition fees (2024/25):
• UK students: £10,450
• EU/International students: £17,950
• Scholarships available for eligible students.

UK students: £10,450 EU and international students: £17,950