International Business MA

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Leeds Trinity University

Program Overview

The MA in International Business at Leeds Trinity University is designed for students who want to build a global career and understand how companies succeed across borders. It’s a great fit if you’re curious about international markets, cross-cultural management, and global business strategy — and want a degree that turns that interest into real career opportunities.

Curriculum Structure

Early Stage
You’ll begin with International Business, where you explore how global markets actually work — from exchange rates and multinational operations to ethical trade and international strategy. Alongside this, Professional Development and Leadership helps you build the practical skills employers expect today, including communication, teamwork, leadership and confident decision-making.

Middle Stage
Next, you’ll move into International Management and Marketing, diving into how brands expand globally, how teams operate across cultures, and how organisations design effective international strategies. You’ll also study Business Research and Analytics, developing the ability to interpret real-world data, analyse business problems and understand market trends.

Final Stage / Project
Your degree finishes with a Research Project, where you investigate a real international business issue that interests you — combining academic insight with practical problem-solving.
(If you choose the Professional Placement route, you’ll also spend a year working in industry, gaining hands-on experience to complement your learning.)

Focus areas: Global strategy, international marketing, cross-cultural management, global operations and trade, leadership development, business analytics.

Learning outcomes: By the end of the program, you’ll know how to lead in global environments, understand how organisations operate internationally, analyse complex business challenges, and design strategies that work across diverse markets.

Professional alignment (accreditation): The degree offers a dual award with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), and the Business School is a member of the Chartered Association of Business Schools and the Business Graduates Association (BGA).

Reputation (employability & rankings): Leeds Trinity’s Business & Law School holds the Small Business Charter Award, recognising its strong industry connections and real support for enterprise, innovation and employability. This means you graduate with a qualification that employers genuinely value.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

One of the best things about studying International Business at Leeds Trinity is that you won’t just learn theory — you’ll constantly be putting ideas into practice. At the Leeds City Campus, you’ll work in modern business-focused spaces like the trading room and global-classroom areas, which make your learning feel hands-on and connected to real industry scenarios. You’ll also have full access to the library, digital tools, study lounges, and career support services that help you build confidence as you grow professionally.

Here’s how that practical experience takes shape throughout your studies:

Dedicated Trading Room & Global Classroom – A modern trading room and international-business teaching space where you can run simulations, analyse markets, and collaborate in group projects just like a real team of global business professionals.
Full Library & Digital Research Access – The Leeds City Campus library includes group-study rooms, quiet zones, a study lounge, and 24/7 digital access to journals, e-books and academic databases — perfect for international market research and your final project.
Professional Placement Route (2-Year Option) – If you choose the extended pathway, you’ll spend a full year working in a company or completing a research placement, giving you real international business experience before you even graduate.
Industry-Experienced Lecturers – Your tutors bring genuine business backgrounds to the classroom, meaning your discussions, case studies and group tasks are grounded in what actually happens in global organisations.
Careers + Placements Support – You’ll have dedicated guidance for finding internships, placements or part-time work, plus help with CVs, applications and networking as you prepare to enter the global job market.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from this MA step into the job market with skills that employers genuinely look for — from global business knowledge to analytical and leadership abilities. Many go on to roles such as international business manager, business development executive, global operations analyst, or export/supply-chain coordinator, and the degree also opens doors in international marketing, consulting, and strategy roles. This programme is designed to help you grow into a confident professional who can thrive in companies that operate across borders.

Here’s how Leeds Trinity supports your future success:

Careers + Placements Team Support – You’ll receive personalised career advice, help with applications and interview preparation, plus access to employer events and networking opportunities throughout your degree.
Graduate Outcomes & Salary Insight – Graduates from this MA report strong outcomes, with many progressing into business and management roles in the UK and abroad; available sector data shows a median salary of around £25,500 fifteen months after graduation.
Industry Recognition Through CMI Dual Award – Because the programme includes a dual award with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), you graduate with both your MA and a respected professional qualification — a long-term advantage when applying for leadership roles.
Business Networks & Employer Links – Through the Leeds Trinity Business School and its professional connections, you’re encouraged to build relationships with organisations that could lead to internships, placements or graduate-level opportunities.
Strong Skill Foundation for Global Careers – Your learning in areas like global strategy, cross-cultural management, supply chains and international marketing prepares you for a wide range of roles across sectors and countries.

Further Academic Progression:
You’ll be well-positioned to continue into a PhD in Business or Management, or move into more specialised postgraduate study such as international marketing, global supply chain management, or international finance. The research experience you gain in your final project provides a solid foundation for advanced academic or professional pathways.