MSc International Business
Hatfield, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The MSc International Business programme at the University of Hertfordshire offers flexible entry and three award routes: one-year full-time (12 months), two-year (Sandwich) and two-year with Advanced Research. You’ll study economics, finance, strategy, marketing, HR and supply chain, complete an independent major research project, and develop communication, teamwork, cross-cultural awareness and critical analysis while building international networks.
Career Outcomes: Graduates work in multinational corporations, SMEs, non-profit organizations and as entrepreneurs across marketing, HR, operations, supply chain and finance. You can move into consultancy, international trade, project management, business development or further postgraduate research. Sandwich route offers professional placement experience.
"Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, examinations may be replaced by an alternative form of assessment during the academic year 2021/2022. Please refer to the Programme Specification on these pages for further details."
Why choose Herts?
- Flexibility: You have the option either to complete the course on the fast track in one academic year, or in two years with a choice of a work placement or advanced research.
- Industry Connections: Hertfordshire Business School is very well connected and hosts regular business networking events with large organisations such as BT, Tesco, and Ocado.
- Employment Prospects: Our graduates are Business Developers, Senior Managers, and Commercial Operation Managers in organisations including Royal Mail, Network Rail, and BT.
About the course
M.Sc. International Business is an innovative flagship programme with flexible entry points and pathways. The programme is designed to help you build a strong understanding of the way organisations operate globally, and help develop specialist skills that enable you to work effectively across national borders.
The programme offers 3 award routes that you can choose to study:
- One-year full-time M.Sc. International Business (September & January entry)
- Two-year MSc International Business (Sandwich) (September entry only)
- Two-year MSc International Business with Advanced Research (September entry only)
The one-year full-time M.Sc. International Business welcomes you for both September and January entry.
The programme offers you the opportunity to explore international business in a number of areas, including economics, finance, strategy, marketing, management, human resource, and supply chain management. There will also be the opportunity to conduct an independent major research project in your area of interest.
Throughout the programme, you will gain a unique combination of skills sought after by employers all over the world. These include communication, numeracy, team-working, cross-cultural awareness, reflective learning and the ability to critically analyse complex business challenges to reach considered creative solutions.
You will also build a strong network of international contacts – some will become your close friends and a few may even become your future business partners.
Why choose this course?
The one-year full-time programme is a great opportunity for those of you who want to pursue traditional postgraduate study in the UK for just one year. It provides the opportunity for you to
- Study a range of business subjects from a holistic perspective in an international business context
- Develop a unique combination of skills that are transferrable to a professional workplace and sought after by employers worldwide
- Obtain a world-recognised Masters’ degree and move on to further studies or employment after just one academic year (12 months)
- Engage in a wider university curriculum within our diverse community, and enhance your employability to graduate with more than just a degree
Student experience
At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible. We offer a range of support services including; student wellbeing, academic support, accommodation, and childcare to ensure that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying and having fun.
Additional information
- Sandwich placement or study abroad year: n/a
- Applications open to international and EU students: Yes
What will I study?
You will study 8 subjects led by experts in the field which include economics, finance, strategy, marketing, human resource and supply chain management in the first two semesters (semester A and B), and conduct an independent major research project in the last semester (Semester C) supported by a supervisor.
You will be taught through a varied programme of teaching and learning that includes small group discussions, practical workshops, web-based learning, case study analysis and lectures. Sessions will be delivered by subject specialists as well as practitioners and consultants to provide a diverse perspective on the topics covered.
You will be assessed individually or in teams through a variety of assessment methods including written reports of various lengths, presentations, in-class tests and practical assignments. You will also be required to complete a longer research project for the research component of your programme.
Level 7
- International Business Strategy II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- International Supply Chain Management II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Managing in International Business II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Managing a Small Business II 15 Credits II Optional
- International and Comparative Human Resource Management A II 15 Credits II Optional
- Global e-Business II 15 Credits II Optional
- Business Plan II 60 Credits II Optional
- International Business Report II 60 Credits II Optional
Postgraduate Scholarships for UK and EU students
We offer a range of tuition fee discounts and non-repayable scholarships to support our postgraduate students. You can get funding for postgraduate study through studentships, loans, bursaries and grants - you might also get help from your employer.
Tuition fee discounts
- Herts graduate/alumni discount - 20% off
Postgraduate loans
- Postgraduate Masters Loan - £11,570
- Doctoral Loan - £27,265
Scholarships
Education
Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or masters’ programmes in the School of Education.
To apply: Eligible students are invited to complete an application form in the first year of their programme.
Physics, Engineering, and Computer Science
Dannenberg Scholarship (M.Eng.)
The School of Physics, Engineering, and Computer Science will award prizes annually up to the value of £1,000 for students on the M.Eng. programme. Nominations will be made by the Board of Examiners to the Engineering Prize Committee, who will then select the awardees; no application is required.
Bursaries
Our bursaries are awarded to students from specific economic or under-represented backgrounds who wouldn't otherwise be able to study at the postgraduate level. You can apply for funding for the following bursaries:
- Education and Teaching
- Healthcare and medical
- Social work
- Medical students
Scholarships and grants from charities, trusts, and government
There are various other sources of funding available from a variety of sources with more including charities, trusts, and societies. If you would like to see the government’s response to support for postgraduate study, please visit the Government website. We’ve listed a few useful resources below:
- Turn2us
Turn2us is a national charity that runs a database of charitable grants across the country. They make it easy for you to search this database and to find out what funding you might be eligible for.
The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding
Co-written by two former Ph.D. students with experience of self-funding, this guide offers a look at less well-trodden ways of funding your studies. Many universities subscribe to the Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding, which provides practical advice and application tips, as well as a searchable database of over 1,000 grants.
Scholarships for international students
We have invested hundreds of thousands of pounds in scholarships for high-achieving and enterprising students from around the world. We look for enterprising and aspirational students who want to excel in an international university.
Please be aware that you do not need to apply for the Chancellor's International Scholarship as we automatically assess your course application form alongside your supporting documents. If you are successful we will email you to confirm the amount you have been awarded.
You do not need to email us to apply or be considered.
September 2021 scholarship opportunities
Global scholarships
- Chancellor's International Scholarship
- Chevening Scholarship
- 20% Alumni Discount
- 20% Study Abroad Discount
- Sports Scholarships
Africa and the Middle East
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund
- Aga Khan Foundation
- Middle East Government Scholarships
- Qalaa Foundation
South Asia
- South Asian Government Scholarships
- Goa Education Trust scholarships
- Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation loan scholarships
- Aga Khan Foundation
East Asia and Southeast Asia
- East & SE Asian Government Scholarships
- PETRONAS Education Scholarships
- LPDP (Indonesia Endowment for Education)
- Brunei Shell Petroleum scholarships
Europe and the Americas
- European/Americas Government Scholarships
- TUK-TAM Foundation
- Entente Cordiale scholarships
- SOCAR scholarships
- Bec.ar Scholarships
- Becas Chile (CONICYT)
- Colfuturo scholarships and loans
- CONACYT scholarships
- Santander Latin America Scholarships
- Fulbright Awards
What job can I get?
Our M.Sc. International Business graduates find jobs all over the globe. They gain employment in multinational corporations, SMEs, non-profitable organisations, family businesses and as entrepreneurs. They work in a variety of sectors such as marketing, HR, operations and supply chain, finance, and in diverse industries, including fashion, education, hospitality, pharmaceutical and engineering.
Most importantly, through this programme, you will have developed your skills, understanding and confidence. You will graduate as a more mature professional, better able to see opportunities, more sensitive to cultural differences, more resilient to cope with stress and change, and capable of operating in a fast-moving global environment.
Work placement
This one-year full-time programme does not include a full work placement option. If that is what you want, the 2-year M.Sc. International Business (Sandwich) might just be the course for you!
