Overview
Turn global change into opportunities for business growth.
On the MSc International Management and Business Development, you’ll explore how organisations grow, adapt and compete across international markets.
You’ll examine the challenges shaping global business today, from technological change and sustainability to cultural differences, innovation and emerging markets. Alongside this, you’ll develop the strategic thinking needed to respond to change and identify opportunities for growth.
Whether you come from a business or non-business background, you can use this course to build the confidence and strategic skills to work across different markets and cultures. It is particularly relevant if you are an aspiring manager, entrepreneur or business professional looking to develop your international management and business development expertise.
Your studies will cover areas including:
- international management and business development
- leadership and strategic planning
- entrepreneurship and innovation
- finance
- managing organisational change
- sustainability and responsible business.
Academic theory is combined with practical application through case studies, applied assessments and opportunities to engage with industry. Along the way, you’ll also strengthen practical skills in:
- critical thinking
- problem-solving
- negotiation
- strategic decision-making.
You’ll be based at our GCU London campus, in the heart of the city’s vibrant Spitalfields neighbourhood and a short walk from London’s financial district. London is one of the world’s major business centres, giving you the opportunity to study international management in a city shaped by global industries, cultures and ideas. Beyond your studies, you’ll experience one of the world’s most diverse cities, with its mix of neighbourhoods, culture, food and entertainment. It’s a setting that brings international business to life, giving you a global environment in which to learn, connect and develop your perspective.
At GCU, we are the University for the Common Good. Throughout the course, you’ll consider how international business can contribute to a fairer and more sustainable world. You’ll explore responsible management, ethical business practice and sustainability, and consider how organisations can respond to global challenges while creating positive social and economic impact. This will help you to think beyond business performance alone, and consider how your decisions can affect people, communities and the wider world.
Prepare to see international business from a new perspective and develop the skills to help shape what comes next.
Why study International Management and Business Development at GCU?
- Develop strategic management, entrepreneurship and business development skills for working across international markets, cultures and organisational environments.
- Study at our GCU London campus and experience one of the world’s most vibrant cities, shaped by global industries, cultures and ideas. Based in Spitalfields, you’ll also be a short walk from the city’s financial district.
- Connect your learning with contemporary business practice through guest lecturers and industry-focused activities that support your employability and career development.
- Apply your learning through case studies, group activities, presentations, formative feedback and real-world business challenges.
- Explore responsible leadership, sustainability, ethical business practice and cross-cultural awareness, reflecting GCU’s commitment to positive social and economic impact.
What you will study
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The modules listed on this page and the Programme Specification are intended to give you an idea of what you may be able to study on this course. Please note that course content, modules, teaching and assessment may change each year and after you have accepted your offer to study at GCU. This might be because we are required to do so by law, by a governmental authority, regulator or accrediting body. We may also make changes for quality assurance reasons, or to enhance the course.
Careers
The MSc International Management and Business Development can prepare you for a wide range of roles across UK and international organisations.
You’ll develop skills that are valued across sectors including:
- financial services
- professional services
- retail
- technology
- manufacturing
- consultancy.
Depending on your experience and career goals, you could progress into roles such as:
- Business Development Manager
- International Business Manager
- Management Consultant
- Project Manager
- Operations Manager
- People or HR Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Entrepreneur.
The course develops strategic management, leadership, entrepreneurship and business development skills that can support your progression into roles with greater responsibility.
You’ll also have opportunities to connect your learning with professional practice through guest lecturers, industry-focused activities and career development support. Studying at GCU London places you within one of the UK’s major international business centres, giving you further exposure to organisations operating across different markets and cultures.
With its international focus, the degree can support your ambitions to build a career in the UK or overseas, particularly in organisations working across borders.
Course information
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Download the programme specification
In addition to the core modules that all students must undertake, some courses offer students a choice from a selection of optional modules to shape the focus of their degree. Optional modules where available, form part of the overall credit structure of the course.
Download the programme specification for a detailed breakdown of the course structure, including modules, what you'll learn and other useful information.
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