International Business courses

About International Business Msc in Coventry University

Ideal for those seeking a managerial career, this specialist course aims to develop your strategic outlook, increasing your knowledge and understanding of business and management within an international context.

Recognising that some of the traditional business tools and techniques are now outdated as a result of the fast pace of change, we’ll show you the new and innovative approaches to strategy, organisation, operations and finance.

The phenomenon of globalisation can no longer be ignored by any company, whatever their size and scope. Yet as the world becomes increasingly interconnected, opening up new market and trade opportunities, many firms still struggle to come to terms with its implications.

With over 7,000 students, Coventry is one of the largest business schools in Europe. Our impressive global network is vast and varied. Through guest speakers, industry visits, case studies and internship opportunities, we use these links to share their real-world business experiences and bring you up-to-speed with the issues and challenges facing modern businesses.

*This course also has an optional professional experience pathway, which you can transfer onto, if you secure a placement.

Why Coventry University?

An award-winning university, we are committed to providing our students with the best possible experience. We continue to invest in both our facilities and our innovative approach to education. Our students benefit from industry-relevant teaching, and resources and support designed to help them succeed. These range from our modern library and computing facilities to dedicated careers advice and our impressive Students’ Union activities.

Course information

Combining theory and practice, this course aims to provide a thorough grounding in international business management in an ever-changing global economy.

We aim to equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a flexible, effective manager who can spot market opportunities and drive forward businesses to success in the international arena.

Through the use of guest speakers, use of real case studies and industry visits and fieldtrips, you’ll learn more about the external forces which affect business decisions, including but not limited to the influence some external/or market factors such as fall or rise of oil prices or interest rates. We’ll discuss some of the biggest challenges and issues businesses now face, such as market uncertainties etcetera.

Career prospects

The course can enable you to become a specialist in international business, equipped for a wide range of business and management careers in multinational organisations, management consultancies, government organisations or management education and training.

We aim to develop your capabilities in strategic thinking, effective communication and research, all directly relevant to employers and of great value when seeking future employment.

As indicated, the MSc in International Business provides the opportunity to develop a strategic outlook in a global context and to hone business skills developed in one’s earlier academic studies. All of this has the major objective of facilitating a successful career in management, in either the public or private sector. With the network opportunities to industry, an international content taught by experienced international research oriented lecturers with vast industry experiences, access to membership of professional bodies such as CIM UK to mention but a few, the course has been uniquely designed and run to fully equip our students with the right set of international business skills, knowledge and experience to raise their profile which intern How would this course enhance their career prospects as opposed to traditional business course run elsewhere.

Coventry University is committed to preparing you for your future career and giving you a competitive edge in the graduate job market. The Faculty’s Careers and Employability team provide a wide range of support services to help you plan and prepare for your career.

Where our graduates work

Many of our graduates have found employment positions within generalist HR, general management, specialist pay and reward, people development and employee relations roles.

Applicants should hold a good honours degree 2.2 or above in a relevant academic discipline. Applications from candidates with relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.

English as a Foreign Language This course requires IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5. Pre-sessional English is available if required.

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