Study location	United Kingdom, Aberystwyth
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MSc

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) A good Honours Degree (or its equivalent) in any discipline The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.5 with minimum 5.5 in each component TOEFL (IBT): 93 with minimum component scores: Listening 17, Writing 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 CAE: C with a minimum score of 162 in each component

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. courses.aber.ac.uk/..siness-management-msc

Overview

The MSc in International Business Management offers you the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in international business, with an emphasis on strategic and operational management. You will study management theories and methods in depth, and you will gain a strong academic and practical understanding of individual and organisational behaviour.

By studying the MSc in International Business Management, you will specialize in international strategy, financial management, marketing strategy, and operations management including the international supply chain: an increasingly important aspect of business opportunities worldwide. You will also study, in depth, key concepts, mechanisms and issues in transnational commercial law.

You will examine the forces that shape the international business environment and its impact on the operations and strategic outlook of international companies. The programme also covers the institutional structure of the international economy and examines how trade and financial flows are supported by international economic institutions. Throughout the programme, you will apply your learning to contemporary case studies in international business.

Programme structure

Modules:
Financial Analysis And Decision Making
International Business Environment
International Commercial Law
International Strategy And Operations
Managerial Reports
Marketing Managment Strategy
People And Organizations

Career opportunities

Potential careers:

Accountancy;
Banking;
Insurance;
Underwriting;
Risk Management;
Retail;
Distribution and Logistics;
Marketing;
Market Research;
Advertising;
Copywriting;
Media;
Public Relations.

Transferable skills:

- Understanding organisational behaviour and structure;
- Improved numeracy skills and the ability to research, interpret and use business and financial data;
- Deep understanding of the causes and effects of economic conditions and other external changes;
- The ability to communicate clearly in a written and spoken form;
- Effective problem-solving;
- Analytical and creative thinking skills;
- Decision-making;
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Time-management and organisational skills;
- Self-motivation and self-reliance.