MSc International Business and Finance at University of Aberdeen

Programme overview

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, understanding international business and finance is more important than ever. This programme is designed for individuals seeking to navigate the complexities of global markets, equipping them with both analytical techniques and practical skills. By combining in-depth knowledge of management, international business, and finance-related fields, the programme prepares students to excel in a dynamic and competitive international business environment.

Department: Business School | Duration: 1 year (12 months) or 2 years (24 months) | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: January / September | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 1 compulsory courses: Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen, Portfolio Analysis, Issues in Corporate Governance and Ethics (BU552G), Financial Markets and Regulation (BU552H) and Empirical Methods in Finance Research.

Career pathways

This degree is designed for both non-finance graduates eager to enter the lucrative world of finance and finance graduates looking to enhance their marketability with a broad understanding of international business.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our minimum entry requirement for this programme is an undergraduate degree at UK Honours level (or a degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth).

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,700 a year (2026/27). UK fee. Reduced rate (University of Aberdeen Graduates): £7,000. Source

International applicants: GBP 26,250 a year (2026/27). EU / international fee. Reduced rate (Self-funded Students): £18,250. Source

Intake: January / September

Duration: 1 year (12 months) or 2 years (24 months)

Apply through the official page: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/how-to-apply/

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