MSc International Business

University of Stirling

Overview

We're here to help you prepare for a flourishing career in global business.

Throughout this Masters in International Business, you’ll develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills within the context of trading across national boundaries and managing international organisations. By the end of the course, you’ll have an expansive knowledge of how organisations operate across economies, currencies and regulatory frameworks. You'll also become an expert in engaging with stakeholders from different cultures and cultivate a greater understanding of contemporary business issues.

The course covers core international business and management subjects such as people management, strategy, digitalisation, and entrepreneurship in the context of international regulatory frameworks and business practices. It also emphasises ethical, environmental and sustainability issues, which are increasingly important within the global business environment.

Course objectives

The course provides you with the key skills and experience you’ll need to forge your career in an international arena. You will:

• explore the relevance of international trade in today’s business environment;
• understand the challenges and opportunities that result from globalisation;
• develop different approaches to managing businesses in the global environment;
• investigate the ethical and environmental issues that have emerged as a result of globalisation, and their impact on consumers;
• cultivate management skills in report writing, networking, critical thinking and group working skills;
• focus on personal and professional development to enhance your learning throughout the academic year.