ObjectivesThe programme aims to provide students with general knowledge of the competitiveness of international business and business strategies.
Entry requirementsEntry Requirements A first degree with an 'excellent' or 'very good' classification from a respected university in business and commerce, finance, accounting, economics, international politics, science, engineering or law. No work experience is required although relevant work experience can increase chances for acceptance. For students from non-English speaking countries there will be an English language requirement. A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 600 on the non-computerised TOEFL test (250+ computer-based or 100 in the iBT TOEFL test) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7 is required.
Academic titleMSc International Business & Emerging Markets
Course descriptionThe International Business and Emerging Markets programme focuses on real-world challenges for international business and the issues surrounding business in emerging economies. It emphasises diverse perspectives, disciplines and background knowledge.
Learning Outcomes
Students who follow this programme will gain:
* the ability to engage critically with various theoretical perspectives and techniques;
* understanding of the key issues relating to the competitiveness of international business;
* awareness of the volatility and uncertainty involved in and the influences of global politics, technology advancement, distribution of wealth, ownership of resources and regulatory regimes in individual nation states and international institutions;
* appreciation of the differences of individual nation states and especially emerging markets such as China, India and other transitional economies.
How You Will Be Taught
Students take a combination of courses exploring different disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives. Students will demonstrate their knowledge in a dissertation, assessed essays and a case analysis, and other knowledge tests, as well as their non-assessed participation in class discussions and seminar presentations.