International Business, MA at University of Greenwich

Even if you don’t have a first degree in business, this Master’s in International Business will give you a grounding in business management and insight into business network analysis.

Why study this at Greenwich?

•  You can begin in September or January.
•  This International Business degree is tailored to meet employers' needs.
•  Our Business Management subjects are ranked top 10 for student satisfaction in London and for research quality in London

Our Master's provides you an insight into business network analysis that helps you employ network applications to understand strategic alliances, global commodity chains, and customer relationship management.

You will develop a range of intellectual and practical skills to become a specialist in the global knowledge economy.

If you do not have a first degree in business, then this Master's will give you a grounding in business management, also offering you specialised international business modules and an independent specialist project. You can start your studies in September or January.

Our courses take into account the increasingly multidisciplinary and international nature of modern market developments. You will gain integrated theoretical knowledge and applied skills that employers are looking for. 

You will learn to distinguish and apply the most relevant research methodologies, techniques and tools. You will also build the interpersonal skills that will enable you to interact effectively and implement solutions efficiently.

Recent projects

Our Client Based Dissertations (CBDs) will help you develop a clearer sense of how to link theory with practice and enrich your profile in the job market. Previous students have developed their projects for organisations, including:

• Day Lewis Pharmaceuticals
• ICANN
• Barclays
• United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
• Mindfit Ltd
• iGate (Bank of Canada subsidiary)
• Infinieum Investments
• Trade Unions Congress. 

Extra-curricular activities

We encourage you to join societies such as the Economics and Business Society to take part in networking events, industry workshops and lectures from guest speakers.

Rankings

Our business management subjects are ranked:

• Top 10 for student satisfaction in London (Complete University Guide 2018)
• Top 10 for high research quality in London (Complete University Guide 2018).

Outcomes

The aims of this degree are to:

• Facilitate the advanced study of international business organisations and their management
• Enable you to systematically and creatively analyse, critique and apply knowledge and understanding of complex international business and management issues
• Build interpersonal skills which enable you to interact effectively with a range of specialists and to implement solutions effectively and efficiently, thereby enhancing employment prospects
• Enable you to master, apply and distinguish the most relevant research methodologies, techniques and tools in analytical, creative, and intellectual ways.

Additional information

Assessment

You will be assessed through a wide range of methods and procedures such as:

• Individual and group presentations
• Tests
• Reports and assignments
• Individual online journals
• Article reviews
• Examinations
• Project work.

Careers

Graduates pursue their management career in a wide range of multinational companies, non-government and public sector organisations. Some might find employment in small and medium enterprises in international trade, and local or central government.

Some of our graduates have joined ABN AMRO, Accenture, CNN, Hertz and Kerry Group.

Employability

We have developed strong relations with companies in the financial centres in London, including in the City, Canary Wharf, and Fenchurch Street. This offers you networking, mentoring and internship opportunities, making it a perfect location to develop your career. 

You can also reach out to top employers through our dedicated Business School Employability Office. The team focuses on developing your employment skills through CV support, career fairs, interview skills workshops and guidance through mentors to progress in the industry.