MSc International Business Management at University of Staffordshire

This one-year MSc builds knowledge of HR management, finance, marketing, strategy and supply chain management in an international business context, preparing students for leadership and management roles. It is taught at the Stoke-on-Trent campus and includes an overseas residential as part of the International Consultancy in Practice module.

Duration: 1 academic year full-time; 2-3 academic years part-time  |  Intake: January 2027; January 2028  |  Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Semester one covers areas such as leadership, financial reporting, the global digital environment and economic growth; semester two covers strategic tools, international supply chain management, HR in a global context and research methods; the final semester is a dissertation. Modules include Cross-Cultural Management and Leadership, Financial Analysis in a Global Context, Strategy for Value Creation and International Consultancy in Practice.

Career pathways

Roles include management analyst or consultant, sales manager, international trader, finance controller and business development manager, with progression to PhD study also possible.

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