International Business MSc

Program Overview

The MSc International Business program at the University of Leeds equips students with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complex global business landscape. It focuses on emerging issues such as multinational growth, trade-offs in international business sustainability, and challenges in global innovation management. The program is ranked 31st globally in the QS International Trade Rankings and offers a research dissertation project, guest speaker insights, and optional modules for specialization.

Program Outline

International Business MSc - University of Leeds

Degree Overview:

This MSc program equips students with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of international business in a rapidly evolving global landscape. The program focuses on emerging issues such as the rise of emerging market multinationals, challenges to global innovation management, and trade-offs in nurturing commercially sustainable international businesses.

Objectives:

• Understand the motivations and methods for firms to enter and operate in foreign markets.
• Address controversial issues in international business.
• Plan international and strategic business plans.
• Appreciate the factors driving performance in the global economy.
• Understand how the rise of emerging economies affects businesses and their international strategies.
• Develop a global perspective and network with diverse individuals.

Course Highlights:

• Informed by leading research expertise and specialist knowledge in international business.
• Ranked 31st globally in the QS International Trade Rankings, 2024.
• Offers valuable insights from guest speakers from around the world.
• Includes a research dissertation project in the final semester.

Outline:

Course Structure:

• Begins with an intensive two-week induction covering teaching methods, course content, and academic best practices.
• Focuses on building knowledge and perspectives of international business, enhancing analytical skills (qualitative and quantitative methods).
• Develops an in-depth understanding of global economic coordination and governance, reflecting on central debates in international business (intellectual property, labor issues, sustainability).
• Explores topics such as strategic management and entering foreign markets.
• Builds research skills and introduces different methodologies used in international business research.
• Includes compulsory modules to develop professional skills for the workplace and prepare for managing organizations and individuals across diverse cultural contexts.
• Offers optional modules on topics like Global Business Immersion, Foreign Market Entry Strategy, and European Business.
• Concludes with an independent research project culminating in a dissertation.
• May offer opportunities for practical experience through consultancy-style projects with external organizations.

Year 1 Compulsory Modules:

• Globalization of Innovation (15 credits)
• International Strategic Management (15 credits)
• International Business Theory (15 credits)
• Dissertation for International Business (45 credits)
• International Trade Environment (15 credits)
• Data Analysis in International Business (15 credits)
• Professional and Academic Skills for International Business (15 credits)
• Culture and Ethics in International Business (15 credits)

Year 1 Optional Modules (Selection of Typical Options):

• International Business Finance (15 credits)
• Global Economic Coordination and Governance (15 credits)
• Foreign Market Entry Strategy (15 credits)
• Chinese Business (15 credits)
• Global Business Immersion (15 credits)
• Global Leadership (15 credits)
• Management of Global Value Chains and Multinational Enterprises (15 credits)
• Global Perspectives on Enterprise (15 credits)

Assessment:

• Emphasizes both knowledge and essential skills development.
• Includes a variety of methods: formal exams, group projects, reports, computer simulation exercises, essays, written assignments, group and individual presentations, and reflective logs.

Teaching:

• Utilizes a range of methods: lectures, tutorials, seminars, and workshops.
• Encourages independent learning to develop research and analysis skills.
• Taught by expert academics, industry professionals, and trained postgraduate researchers.

Careers:

• A postgraduate degree from Leeds University Business School is highly valued in the global job market.
• The transferable skills acquired on this course help students secure and progress in their chosen careers.
• Multinational organizations favor employees who can work confidently across different markets.
• Graduates have pursued diverse careers in top firms worldwide, including business analysts, country managers, product managers, and trading executives.
• The MSc International Business also provides a strong foundation for a research degree.
• The program offers tailored academic and careers support through a dedicated Professional Development Tutor.

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Institute of Export and International Trade (IOE&IT).
• Students can gain student membership of the IOE&IT during the course, providing access to networking and job opportunities.
• Students who have formally started their study on the course may have the exclusive opportunity to apply for the extended program, MSc International Business (Study Abroad).
• The Masters Beyond Borders scheme allows students to study for an extra semester at a partner business school outside the UK.
• Places on the Study Abroad scheme are limited and highly sought after.
• Students accepted onto the scheme will graduate with the degree title MSc International Business (Study Abroad).

UK fees: £17,500 (Total) International fees: £33,500 (Total)