Management with International Business MSc

1 Years On Campus Masters Program

Birkbeck University of London

Program Overview

This MSc is perfect if you want to understand how businesses work on a global scale and prepare for a career that spans international markets. You’ll learn how organisations are structured and managed, explore global business challenges, and develop the strategic and analytical skills employers really value.

Curriculum structure

The MSc is designed to gradually build your confidence and expertise, whether you study full-time in one year or part-time over two.

Getting started: You’ll kick things off with Principles of Organisation & Management and Principles of Marketing (Postgraduate), which give you a solid understanding of how companies function and how to think strategically about markets — all in a real-world context.
Building skills: Next, modules like Introduction to Analytics and Business and Research Methods in Management (Postgraduate) help you sharpen your analytical and research skills, so you can tackle complex business problems and make data-driven decisions.
Going global: Modules such as International Business Strategy and International Business Ethics bring the world into focus, showing you how multinational companies operate and make ethical decisions across borders.
Planning and executing: With Project Management (Postgraduate) and Strategic Management (Postgraduate), you’ll learn to plan, manage, and implement projects effectively while thinking critically about long-term business strategy.
Capstone experience: Finally, your 12,000-word dissertation lets you dive deep into a topic that excites you, applying all the knowledge and skills you’ve gained to a real-world business challenge.

Focus areas: International business strategy, global corporate ethics, business analytics, organisation & marketing, project and strategic management

Learning outcomes: You’ll graduate ready to analyse business problems, develop effective strategies, manage projects, and navigate the challenges of global business with confidence and ethical insight.

Professional alignment (accreditation): The MSc is awarded by the University of London. While it’s academically rigorous rather than a professional qualification, it equips you with the skills employers look for in management, consulting, strategy, and operations roles.

Reputation (employability and academic standing): Birkbeck is well-respected for management research and teaching, and the MSc draws on staff with international expertise. Graduates often step into roles like management consultant, operations manager, business analyst, retail manager, or strategy officer.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Birkbeck, the MSc Management with International Business isn’t just about lectures and textbooks — it’s about rolling up your sleeves and getting real-world experience. From day one, you’ll have opportunities to apply what you learn in class to practical challenges, develop analytical and project management skills, and explore international business issues in depth. The university’s evening classes, flexible learning tools, and extensive support make it easy to balance study with work or other commitments. Plus, you’ll have access to world-class facilities, online resources, and dedicated career support to make sure your learning translates into real professional skills.

Here’s how you’ll get hands-on experience and make the most of Birkbeck’s resources:

State-of-the-art learning spaces: The Birkbeck Library offers group-study pods, silent study areas, and the Immersive Learning Centre with PCs and studio space for digital learning and research.
Digital tools for learning and research: Access Moodle, e-books, online journals, and databases like ProQuest and EBSCOhost to support your assignments, projects, and dissertation.
Practical modules: Courses like Introduction to Analytics and Business, Project Management, and Research Methods in Management combine theory with exercises, case studies, and projects so you can practice what you learn.
Dissertation experience: Your 12,000-word dissertation gives you the chance to research a real business problem, analyse data, and present your findings — just like a professional consultant or analyst.
Career and placement support: Through Birkbeck Careers and Enterprise, you can find internships, attend employer events, get one-on-one career coaching, and prepare your CV and interview skills to boost your employability.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from this MSc opens doors to a wide range of exciting management roles — you could become a management consultant, risk manager, logistics or operations manager, or even a retail or business analyst. The programme is designed to equip you with the strategic thinking, global perspective, and practical skills that employers value, giving you a strong foundation for both UK and international careers. Because of this, you also benefit from:

Dedicated career support: Birkbeck’s Careers and Enterprise team helps you with CVs, interviews, internships, and networking — giving you practical guidance from day one.
Strong employability record: Alumni go into diverse roles such as management consulting, operations, logistics, risk management, retail, and business analysis.
Industry and academic connections: Birkbeck has excellent links with public and private organisations, professional bodies, and other universities, which can help you find placements, internships, and career opportunities.
Recognised credentials: Your degree is awarded by the University of London, a globally respected qualification that carries weight with employers around the world.
Flexible career pathways: Whether your goal is consulting, strategy, operations, international business, or the public sector, this MSc gives you the tools to succeed and grow.

Further Academic Progression:
If you want to continue studying, you could move on to more specialised master’s programmes, an MRes, or even a PhD in areas like strategy, international business, finance, or management research. Birkbeck’s strong research profile in international business, innovation, and corporate governance means you’ll have access to expert guidance and resources if you wish to deepen your expertise or pursue academic, consultancy, or high-level strategic roles.