Careers with this subject
Postgraduates in International Business have career opportunities in large multinational corporations and banks. Prospective recruiters include companies such as Vodafone and Lloyds Bank. Our postgraduates earn a starting salary that is signi?cantly higher than that of undergraduates.
Careers service
The University of Plymouth has a dedicated careers service supporting you from the moment you start your degree, to three years after graduation.
Careers advice is embedded into your academic programme through workshops, events, placements, networks - working with the academic staff teaching on your course. We also offer materials, networks and resources online through our 24/7 portal, and a wide-range of activities, opportunities and support centrally in the Careers Service space within the Student Hub.
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Key features
- We are happy to welcome students from a broad range of undergraduate disciplines. We want to work with you if you are keen to place your discipline knowledge into an international business context or if you are a professional wanting to expand your experience and enter the world of multi-national enterprises.
- This programme will be underpinned by a firm practical orientation.
- Each module will reflect current practice and apply theories outlined to real world problems and scenarios.
- The programme will have its own dedicated seminar series delivered by executives from local, national and international companies.
- MSc International Business offers an optional placement for 36 weeks (for students starting in September). A placement gives you opportunity to take what you’ve learned in the classroom out into the wider world, build your network and gain valuable experience in a business environment.
- This programme is available at MSc, PgDip and PgCert level.
- No prior background in international business is required.
- You have the option to start the course in September or January.
Course details
Year 1
- In a world that is rapidly globalising, future managers need to be competent in the latest international business models as well as in cross-cultural literacy. The MSc International Business programme provides you with the latest understanding of the world of international business in a rapidly globalising world. Focusing on both the theory and application of international business, you develop academic and employability skills. No prior background in international business is required. The modules in the first and second semesters equip you with the range of knowledge and skills that are needed to succeed in the dynamic and ever-changing world of international business. You will complete the programme by undertaking either a placement with a work-based learning project, or a more traditional research project.
The design of our postgraduate programmes focuses on four taught modules and a capstone project. We believe that simplicity in programme design provides you with a better learning experience. The dynamic and challenging nature of contemporary business does not isolate concepts into small packages – and neither do our programmes. This approach links concepts together as they are in the real world, and enables you to focus in on what really matters.Core modules- STO7002: Current Issues in International Business
- STO7001: Theories and Practices of International Business
- STO7003: International Business Strategy for Competitive Advantage
- PBS7000J: Capstone Project
Elective modules (one to be chosen)- HRL7005: Leading, Developing and Managing People
- MAR7002: International Trade and Data Management
- MKT7001: Marketing and Strategy
Optional placement
- You have the opportunity to undertake an optional placement over 36 weeks (students starting in September). As well as giving you industry-specific experience, undertaking a work placement year helps you develop key transferable skills that enhance your employability prospects on graduation.While it is your responsibility to find and secure a placement (deadline March), you will be helped and supported by the University.International students who start their studies in the UK in 2020 or after could benefit from the new post-study work visa (PSW) for graduates. The visa will allow eligible students to work, or look for work, in any career or position of their choice, for two years after completing their studies. If you are an international student with questions about the placement year please contact Programme Leader Atul Mishra to discuss further [email protected].If you opt for the 36-week placement, you will first complete STO7004 Master’s Placement Preparation before going on to complete STO7005 Master’s Placement Project in your second year.
Every postgraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the programme aims, the programme structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.
The following programme specification represents the latest programme structure and may be subject to change:
Entry requirements
Normal minimum entry requirements are a lower second (2:2) class honours degree or equivalent. Other qualifications and relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis. A good honours degree, first or second class, or equivalent, in any discipline.
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