MSc International Business

University of Stirling

The world is more connected than ever. Business needs a global perspective to succeed. It needs graduates who understand the globalisation of markets (source: Prospects 2024). Graduates with the skills developed through international business courses are in high demand. Skills shortages are affecting 62% of UK organisations and 56% in Scotland (source: British Chambers of Commerce 2024). Our MSc International Business will give you the expertise needed in the global business world. You’ll understand currencies and how to trade across trade blocs. Practical experience for global success You'll learn the latest analytical and strategic tools needed for international business environments. We will give you the problem-solving and critical-thinking skills needed to operate globally. You’ll work on practical assignments including creating a new business idea, business plan and growth strategy. You will undertake consultancy-style projects, which will include real-life case studies and opportunities to work with a business. There are opportunities to participate in PAGODA internships - either in companies in Spain or Vietnam, or online. Your project work will build-up the practical skills needed for future career roles. You'll create a global digitalisation plan to understand how technology influences international contemporary businesses. Learn about different international environments Operating in a global environment can be complex. Anyone involved in international business has to understand different cultures and business practices. We make sure you'll have the right strategies for working across trading borders. You'll also understand how different cultures and approaches shape business diversity. From global companies to start-ups and family business The Masters in International Business covers core subjects including strategy, digitalisation, and entrepreneurship. We also emphasise key ethical and environmental issues. Gain knowledge and skills on how to manage business activities such as: marketing geo-politics internationalisation and growth human resource management strategy You will study international regulatory frameworks and learn exemplar business practices. We are AACSB accredited The University of Stirling is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB International is the world's largest global standard-setting body for business education. Only 6% of the world’s leading business schools achieve this accreditation. This recognises our excellence in business education and societal impact. Develop your careers skills with our Flying Start Leadership Programme module We go beyond textbooks and lecture rooms to focus on your personal and professional development. Our Flying Start module will help you develop practical career skills such as effective public or conflict management. Research prize A research-based prize is open to all students undertaking the dissertation or consultancy project and is awarded to the student who submits the best piece of work. The prize may be shared if more than one dissertation/consultancy project achieves the highest mark.

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