Program Overview

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International Business (MLitt) 2025 entry

Overview

Prepare for careers in a rapidly changing world by exploring the impact of global trends on economies, organisations, and management practices.

Application Deadline

Thursday 7 August 2025

Starts

September 2025

Duration

One year full time

School

Business School

Fees

• UK: £14,850
• Rest of the world: £29,990

Why Study This Course?

Learn alongside world-class academics to explore key global business challenges, from strategy and competitive advantage to emerging markets and sustainability. Gain practical insights into rising economic powers, business ethics, and the innovations shaping the future.

• Develop an in-depth appreciation of changes in management thinking in dynamic global businesses and organisations
• Excel in a range of careers in multinational organisations by expanding your expertise in cross-cultural strategic and global human resource management
• Understand contemporary issues around ecological, social, and economic sustainability and business ethics
• Enjoy guest lectures from eminent academics and business executives, career development workshops, and opportunities to connect with industry experts to learn about their work and benefit from guidance related to your future career

Teaching

Delivered through lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars.

Class Sizes

Groups range from 15 to 100 students.

Dissertation

A 15,000-word project with weekly support.

Assessment

A mix of coursework and exams.

Modules

The St Andrews degree structure is designed to be flexible. You study compulsory modules delivering core learning together with optional modules you choose from the list available that year.

You will choose two optional modules, taking one in each semester.

If you choose not to complete the dissertation requirement for the MLitt, there is an exit award available that allows suitably qualified candidates to receive a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) instead, finishing the course at the end of the second semester of study.

Compulsory Modules

• Contemporary Global Issues in Management: focuses on how various global trends impact upon economies, organisations, and the practice of management, business, and marketing within the context of responsible enterprise.
• Global Business Strategy: develops a wide-ranging, critical understanding of the strategic issues involved within global organisations and the increasingly complex operating environment in which they are situated.
• International Business and Emerging Markets: examines the rising economic powers and their emergence as key players in global politics and the economy.
• Masterclasses in International Business: invited guest speakers with significant experience in international business explore a range of topics in interactive ‘masterclass’ sessions.
• Managing People in Global Contexts: focuses on meeting the challenges of managing human resources in international contexts.

Optional Modules

• Scenario Thinking and Strategy
• Introduction to Entrepreneurship
• International Marketing
• Business Ethics
• Leadership in Organisations
• Strategic Innovation Management
• Marketing and Society
• Managing Non-Governmental Organisations
• Financial Technology (FinTech)
• Sustainable Finance
• Financial Systems
• Behavioural Finance
• Risk Management
• Corporate Governance

Dissertation

Students attend lectures throughout Semesters 1 and 2 to prepare them for conducting the research portion of the dissertation. The dissertation is normally on a specific area of international business, however, at the University of St Andrews Business School, you will have the freedom to develop a topic of your own, which is of interest to you and will contribute towards your career development or further study goals.

What It Will Lead To

Careers

Alumni from the Masters in International Business, and from other Masters programmes in the University of St Andrews Business School, have secured employment in the fields of strategy development, policy, management consultancy, marketing and brand management, investment analysis, and fund administration.

Elevate Your Career

Graduates from the Masters in International Business have taken up roles in a wide variety of organisations in the public and private sectors, including:

• Google
• JP Morgan
• LEGO
• McKinsey

Further Your Education

Management graduates can pursue PhDs at St Andrews or beyond. Funding includes ESRC awards and Business School studentships, offering RCUK-level stipends and fee waivers for home and EU students.

Why St Andrews?

Industry Connections

The Masters Extra (MX) is a programme of events focused on careers and personal and professional development, designed specifically for taught Masters students in the University of St Andrews Business School.

Alumni

As a graduate of St Andrews, you become part of a prestigious and globally connected alumni community. This lifelong membership offers access to career services, networking opportunities, and exclusive resources.

Entry Requirements

• A 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree in a management or business-related subject from the UK or the equivalent international qualification.
• If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.
• English language proficiency.

Application Requirements

• CV that includes your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date
• Personal statement explaining why you have chosen the programme, why this subject is important to you, and why you have applied to study at the University of St Andrews in particular (500 words)
• One original signed academic reference
• Academic transcripts and degree certificates

English Language Proficiency

If English is not your first language, you may need to provide an English language test score to evidence your English language ability.

Fees and Funding

• UK: £14,850
• Rest of the world: £29,990

Before we can begin processing your application, a payment of an application fee of £50 is required. In some instances, you may be eligible for an application fee waiver.

Scholarships and Funding

We are committed to supporting you through your studies, regardless of your financial circumstances. You may be eligible for scholarships, discounts, or other support:

• Jane M Klausman Women in Business Scholarship
• GREAT Scholarship
• St Andrews Sanctuary Scholarship
• St Leonard's funding opportunities
• Graduate discount (15% off tuition fees)

Management scholarships

Curriculum Development

As a research-intensive institution, the University ensures that its teaching references the research interests of its staff, which may change from time to time. As a result, programmes are regularly reviewed with the aim of enhancing students' learning experience. Our approach to course revision is described online.

Tuition Fees

The University will clarify compulsory fees and charges it requires any student to pay at the time of offer. The offer will also clarify conditions for any variation of fees. The University’s approach to fee setting is described online.