INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (WITH INTERNSHIP) MSc

24 Months On Campus Masters Program

London South Bank University

Program Overview

The MSc International Business Management (with Internship) at LSBU is perfect if you want to understand how global businesses operate while gaining real-world experience. You’ll explore international strategy, marketing, finance, and project management, and then apply what you’ve learned during a hands-on internship — giving you a strong start to your career anywhere in the world.

Curriculum structure

Year / Term 1
You’ll kick off with modules like Consultancy, Enterprise and Innovation, Decision Making, and Strategies for International Market Expansion. These courses help you think like a consultant and entrepreneur, teaching you how to analyse business opportunities, make data-driven decisions, and plan for international growth. You’ll also get a real taste of how marketing works on a global scale, understanding different markets, customer behaviour, and digital strategies.

Year / Term 2
Next, you’ll dive into International Organisational Behaviour, Quantitative Project Control Systems, and Research Methods. You’ll learn how to lead teams, motivate people across cultures, and manage projects efficiently using practical tools. Research Methods equips you to investigate real business challenges, collect and analyse data, and produce findings that could influence real-world decisions.

Year / Term 3 + Internship
The final phase is where everything comes together: you’ll take on a real-world internship and complete a Capstone Project / Dissertation. This is your chance to solve actual business problems, apply all your learning, and show future employers what you can do — all while gaining invaluable professional experience.

Focus areas:
"Global business strategy, international marketing, leadership in multicultural environments, project management, consultancy skills, and independent research"

Learning outcomes:
"You’ll graduate ready to make strategic business decisions, lead international teams, manage projects effectively, tackle complex challenges with research-backed solutions, and transition seamlessly into a professional role thanks to your internship experience."

Professional alignment (accreditation):
LSBU Business School is recognised by the Institute of Enterprise & Entrepreneurs (IoEE) for excellence in entrepreneurial and professional training, ensuring your skills match industry needs.

Reputation (employability / academic recognition):
With membership in the Business Graduates Association (BGA), LSBU graduates enjoy global recognition and enhanced employability, opening doors to careers in consulting, marketing, finance, HR, or senior management roles across multinational companies and start-ups.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At LSBU, this MSc isn’t just about reading textbooks — it’s about rolling up your sleeves and learning by doing. From day one, you’ll engage in real-world projects, work in teams, and use the same software and tools that businesses rely on. The programme also gives you a unique chance to take an internship, so you can apply what you’ve learned in a real workplace while building your professional network. All of this happens alongside access to modern campus facilities, specialist libraries, and supportive staff ready to guide you.

Here’s how you’ll get hands-on experience:

Industry-standard software: Learn with tools like Bloomberg, SAGE, FAME, Nvivo, and SPSS — the same software used in finance, analytics, and business research.
Group projects and consultancy-style challenges: Work with peers on real business problems, simulating the kind of teamwork and strategic thinking that companies expect.
Real-world internship: Spend time in a business environment, applying your knowledge, gaining practical experience, and enhancing your CV.
Capstone project / dissertation: Tackle a real business issue, often linked to your internship, and create a project with genuine professional relevance.
Career support and enterprise services: Access the Careers Gym, online placement boards, employer presentations, and the Student Enterprise team for entrepreneurial guidance.
Modern campus facilities: Enjoy updated teaching rooms, study spaces, a fully equipped library with digital resources, and a supportive learning environment.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from this MSc opens up a wide range of exciting career paths. Many of our students move into roles such as consultant, international marketing manager, project manager, or business development executive, often within multinational companies or fast-growing international businesses. Thanks to the combination of academic learning, practical projects, and a real-world internship, you’ll finish not just with a degree, but with hands-on experience that employers really value.

Here’s how LSBU helps you get there:

Tailored Employability Support: The Careers Hub and Employability Service provide workshops, CV clinics, interview prep, employer presentations, and one-to-one guidance — plus support continues for two years after graduation.
Internships and Industry Connections: The programme’s strong links with businesses mean you can gain meaningful internship experience and build a professional network while you study.
Strong Employment Outcomes: Around 72% of LSBU graduates find a job within 15 months of finishing, with a median starting salary of approximately £26,400.
Professional Recognition: LSBU Business School holds a “Centre of Excellence” status from the Institute of Enterprise & Entrepreneurs (IoEE), showing that your qualification is valued by employers.
Global Career Flexibility: With skills in strategy, marketing, project management, and organisational behaviour, you’ll be prepared for roles across a range of industries and countries.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this MSc, you can continue your studies if you wish. Options include pursuing a PhD or research-focused programme in international business or management, enrolling in a specialized MBA or postgraduate diploma to deepen your expertise, or obtaining professional certifications in project management, consultancy, or business analytics — building on the skills you gained during your MSc.