MSc International Business and Strategic Management at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Our MSc International Business and Strategic Management equips you with cutting-edge capabilities and skills required to build, manage and develop businesses across national boundaries while navigating the complexities of a dynamic world. You will develop vital skills for devising and implementing international business and corporate strategy, making informed decisions, and leading effectively in multinational environments. This programme prepares you for high-impact careers in multinational corporations, startups, and NGOs worldwide.

Faculty: Lancaster University Management School | Department: Entrepreneurship and Strategy | Duration: Full time 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Building Competitive Advantage, Corporate Strategy and Governance, Finance and Strategic Decision Making, Global Business Environments, Cross Border Mergers and Acquisitions, Innovation and Sustainability in a Global Arena, International Strategy Summit, Capstone Project.

Career pathways

MSc International Business and Strategic Management graduates are well-positioned for high-impact careers, including leadership roles in multinational corporations, consulting firms and startups from various sectors. Graduates from this programme work all over the world in multinationals such as: Amazon, Danone, GSK, HP Inc, IBM, and Microsoft, as well as top global professional service and finance firms such as: Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Deloitte, EY, JPMorgan Chase, KPMG, and PwC.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: 2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in any discipline. We are looking for marks consistently at 2:2 level, or higher, throughout your undergraduate studies. We welcome applications from people who have studied a business or management-related subject, as well as engineering, computing, natural or social sciences, arts or any other discipline. If you do not meet our main academic entry requirements, we may be able to consider your application where you have relevant extensive professional experience. Such experience could include working in an international organisation, contributing to strategic projects, or having exposure to business environments involving international or cross-cultural elements. Please contact us for information and discussion. English language requirements: We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate (per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 30,900 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate (per year) Source

Duration: Full time 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-postgraduate-study/

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