Program Overview

International Business Management

Overview

The International Business Management course at the University of Salford aims to prepare graduates for a long and successful career in today's global marketplace. With technology enabling people from all over the globe to connect and collaborate like never before, professionals who understand how different cultural and economic influences impact business are highly sought after by organisations around the world.

Attendance and Duration

• Full-time
• Three year
• Four year (with placement)

Next Enrolment

September 2025

Introduction

This course is also available with a professional placement year option. To apply for this programme with industry placement or study abroad year, search International Business Management with Professional Placement Year on UCAS, or speak to our enquiries team.

Course Aims

• Develop the skills and experience required for a successful career in international business
• Study real examples and examine the implications of the theories explored in business
• Build the skills that employers look for such as project planning, team working and self-presentation

Become Industry Ready

• Body swap technology
• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, Outlook
• iDea Bronze Award
• Microsoft Specialist - Microsoft 365
• Xero Accounting Software
• Power BI

Course Accreditations

• Dual accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

Course Details

Year One

• Digital and Business Skills
• Understanding Organisations
• International Business
• Data Analysis for Business
• The Future of Business
• Business Finance in Practice

Year Two

• Professional Development
• International Trade and Finance
• Project Management
• International Logistics and Distribution Management
• Live Project for International Business
• Optional modules:
  • Business Intelligence and Dashboards
  • Young Enterprise
  • Legal Aspects of Business
  • Applied Econometrics
  • Business Accounting
  • Contemporary Issues in International Marketing
  • The Digital Workplace
  • Internship

Year Three

• Business Ethics and Sustainability
• Contemporary Issues in International Business
• Leadership and Management in International Business
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• International Business Culture
• Strategic Management
• Optional modules:
  • Big Data Analytics
  • Climate Change and Sustainability in Business
  • International Project
  • Internship
  • Investment Management
  • Technology Innovation

Employment and Stats

• 100% employability focused
• Career prospects:
  • International marketing manager
  • Global supply chain manager
  • International business consultant
  • International financial analyst

Requirements

• GCSE: Maths and English at grade C or grade 4 or above
• UCAS Tariff points: 104 - 112
• A level: BCC - BBC with a minimum of two A2 passes
• BTEC National Diploma: DMM in any subject
• T level: Merit
• Access to HE: Pass with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 and 15 at Level 2
• International Baccalaureate: 30 points
• Scottish Highers: 104 - 112 UCAS tariff points
• Irish Leaving Certificate: 104 - 112 UCAS tariff points
• European Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 60% or above

Tuition Fees

• Full-time home: £9,535 per year (2025/26), £9,535 per year (2026/27)
• Full-time international: £15,720 per year (2025/26), £16,500 per year (2026/27)

Additional Costs

• Books, stationery, printing, binding, and general subsistence on trips and visits.

UCAS Information

• Course ID: N120
• Institution: S03

Enrolment Dates

• September 2025
• September 2026

Student Information

• Terms and conditions apply.