International Business and Management MSc

<strong>Course Overview</strong><br/><br/>This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning<br/><br/>Master global business skills and earn professional membership with our MSc in International Business and Management, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade (CIOE&IT).<br/><br/>Designed with academic experts and industry professionals, the MSc prepares you for a global career. Youll develop the ability to analyse international markets and interpret business intelligence. You will lead transformation in a fast-changing world.<br/><br/>You’ll study areas such as:<br/><br/><br/>• International trade and investment<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Global strategy<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Transformation management<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Sustainable enterprise<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Innovation<br/><br/><br/><br/>Alongside this, you’ll build analytical, cross-cultural and problem-solving skills. Plus youll gain ethical awareness, digital fluency and strategic foresight.<br/><br/>Learning is practical and hands-on. You’ll work on live projects and real-world business challenges to gain experience and confidence. You’ll also gain digital credentials from top organisations like Microsoft, Google, and LinkedIn to boost your CV. These credentials help you tailor your expertise to your career ambitions.<br/><br/>When you graduate, you’ll gain professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade. This gives you formal recognition by employers worldwide and professional status from day one.<br/><br/><strong>Why study with us</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Gain a master’s degree accredited by the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade, recognised across global business and trade sectors.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Boost your CV with digital credentials from Microsoft, Google, and LinkedIn, developing expertise in key areas of international business and management.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work with global business experts through our Centre for Business Futures network on real-world challenges in innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What youll do</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Apply your skills in international trade, strategy, and transformation through live projects and real-world business challenges. These hands-on experiences prepare you for a career in global management.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study the latest themes in global strategy, innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation. Learn how to manage change, develop responsible business practices, and navigate complex international markets.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Through Learning Without Limits, you’ll strengthen your digital, analytical, and leadership skills. This will give you the confidence and global perspective to succeed in diverse business environments.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Future Careers</strong><br/><br/>Our MSc International Business and Management degree prepares you for leadership, consultancy, and analytical roles in international business and trade. You’ll graduate ready to manage transformation, strategy, and innovation across global markets. <br/><br/>Career options include:<br/><br/><br/>• International trade or supply chain specialist<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Strategy or operations analyst or manager<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Business and management consultant<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Project or transformation manager<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Business development manager<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Sustainability and innovation officer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Entrepreneur or start-up founder<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Graduate trainee in leadership, consultancy, or business development<br/><br/><br/><br/>You’ll also benefit from career coaching, employer networking, and structured feedback. These opportunities support your professional growth and build your confidence.