Program Overview

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Overview

The International Business MSc program at Newcastle University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to respond to the growing internationalization of business and management practice. The program celebrates the diversity of living and working across cultures, allowing students to develop their knowledge and experience by working and thinking as an international manager does.

What You'll Learn

The program focuses on the skills and knowledge needed in today's global business environment. Students will develop their management toolkit to support their professional transformation, with a rich introduction to the complexity of globalization and cultural difference. The course combines subject area and practice-focused skills modules with an individual project, allowing students to progress to developing effective international strategies and managing change.

Modules

The program includes a range of compulsory and optional modules, such as:

• Managing Across Cultures
• Research Methods for International Business Management
• International Management Practitioner
• Strategic Business Analysis and Decision-Making
• Financial Analysis and Markets
• The International Business Environment
• International Business Strategy
• International Business Programme Community
• International Marketing
• Global Perspectives on Human Resource Management
• International Entrepreneurship
• Managing Change in Organisations
• Data Analytics for Managers
• Managing Organisations and People
• Role of Business in Society - Issues and Challenges
• Research-based Dissertation for International Business Management
• Practice-based Dissertation in International Business Management
• Introduction to Sustainability Management
• Applied Research Project
• Postgraduate International Experience

How You'll Learn

The program is modular, comprising 180 credits, with delivery and teaching methods that include:

• Case studies
• Business projects
• Visiting professionals
• Industry-standard software
• International collaboration/exchange
• Semester of study abroad at a European partner university (optional)

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods include:

• Case study
• Dissertation
• Essay
• Professional skills assessments
• Oral presentation
• Portfolio
• Problem-solving exercises
• Report
• Reflective log
• Research proposal
• Written examination
• Written exercise

Your Development

The program is designed to support students' professional transformation, with a focus on developing their management toolkit and enhancing their employability. Students will have the opportunity to engage with industry through various means, including:

• International collaboration/exchange
• Semester of study abroad at a European partner university (optional)
• Industry-standard software
• Visiting professionals
• Business projects

Professional Skills

The program aims to develop students' professional skills, including:

• Management and leadership
• Strategic thinking
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Cultural competence

Your Future

The program prepares students for a wide range of careers with employers, such as:

• International account manager
• Managing director
• Business development manager
• Relationship manager
• Human resource manager
• Personnel office manager
• Investment analyst
• Business intelligence analyst
• Import and export specialist
• Management consultant
• Project analyst

Graduate Destinations

Graduates from this program have undertaken various roles, including:

• International account manager
• Managing director
• Business development manager
• Relationship manager
• Human resource manager
• Personnel office manager
• Investment analyst
• Business intelligence analyst
• Import and export specialist
• Management consultant
• Project analyst

Careers Support

The Business School has dedicated employability support and career spaces, with a range of resources and support to enhance students' employability, including:

• One-to-one career support
• Industry-specific career events
• Online career learning tools
• Career planning and information sessions
• Annual careers week
• Networking opportunities
• Specialist careers and business start-up support

Quality and Ranking

The program is part of Newcastle University Business School, which is accredited by the:

• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
• European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
• Association of MBAs (AMBA) Only 1% of business schools worldwide hold this triple crown.

Professional Accreditation and Recognition

The program is recognized by various professional bodies, including:

• Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
• Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
• Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the program are:

• Home students: £15,700 per year
• International students: £30,800 per year There are various scholarships and funding opportunities available, including:
• Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships
• International scholarships
• Country-specific scholarships

What You're Paying For

The tuition fees include the costs of:

• Matriculation
• Registration
• Tuition (or supervision)
• Library access
• Examination
• Re-examination
• Graduation

Entry Requirements

The entrance requirements for the program are:

• A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any subject
• English language requirements:
  • IELTS: 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills)
  • Pearson: 62 overall (with a minimum of 59 in all sub-skills)
  • Duolingo: 105 overall (with a minimum of 90 in all sub-skills)
  • TOEFL: 90 overall (with a minimum of 20 in all sub-skills)

Admissions Policy

The University's admissions policy applies to all undergraduate and postgraduate admissions. The policy is intended to provide information about the University's admissions policies and procedures to applicants and potential applicants, to their advisors and family members, and to staff of the University.

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can allow students to convert existing relevant university-level knowledge, skills, and experience into credits towards a qualification. The University has a policy on RPL, which may apply to this program.

How to Apply

The program starts in September, and there is no application closing date. International students are advised to apply at least two months before the course starts. The application process involves:

• Submitting an online application
• Providing supporting documents, such as transcripts and references
• Paying a deposit (for international students who require a visa)

Programme Codes

The program codes for the International Business MSc are:

• 4047F (full-time)
• 5461F (full-time, with sustainability pathway)

Using the Application Portal

The application portal has instructions to guide students through the application process. It will tell students what documents they need and how to upload them. Students can choose to start their application, save their details, and come back to complete it later.