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MSc International Business
MSc International Business with Finance
MSc International Business with Marketing

Why study international business?

There has never been a more exciting time to study international business as it enters a period of dramatic change. The turmoil in the Eurozone countries and the United States as they struggle with burgeoning debt contrasts sharply with the growth in emerging economies of Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRICs), offering new opportunities and challenges. Today’s businesses operate in a dynamic global business environment in which managers have to deal with rapidly changing markets and a climate of tremendous uncertainty. These challenges call for new skills and new thinking as businesses strive to reinvent and innovate. The new MSc International Business prepares students for this new international business arena by addressing issues of culture, politics, and economics, as well as equipping them with the personal attributes and analytical skills required for careers in the international business world.  

The MSc International Business has been carefully crafted to reflect the complex, dynamic and multifaceted character of this contemporary subject area. The focus is very much on the development of the person in acquiring the skills and attributes necessary for the leaders, entrepreneurs and policy-makers of tomorrow in management, strategy and decision-making and communication. Students will also develop a clear understanding of the environment in which international businesses operate in terms of economics, finance and governance, as well as politics and culture. Research methods runs through the whole programme as preparation for the dissertation in Term 3. The dissertation provides an opportunity for students to set themselves apart and demonstrate to potential employers a high level of thinking in a specialist area. This work is supported and supervised by experienced, research active members of staff, and may lead to publication.

Students who specialise in either marketing or finance through electives and a dissertation in these areas may be awarded the MSc International Business with Marketing or and MSc International Business with Finance.

As well as a strong international element, the programme has active practitioner involvement and brings real life professional and business situations into the classroom. Students also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of seminars and conferences and benefit for the Business School’s strong links with the City of London.

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First Term	Second Term	Third Term
Strategy and Decision Making	Professional Development	Dissertation
International Business Environment	Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Global Economics and Finance	ONE of the following: - International culture and communications - International Marketing International Finance
Research Methods

How will it be assessed?

Assessments will take a number of forms including presentations, reports, case study analysis, group work and reflective pieces. There are no examinations in this programme.

Where will I study?

The programme is delivered at the Canterbury campus, within sight of the famous Canterbury Cathedral, and five minutes’ walk from the city centre.

Where will it take me?

With a strong emphasis on the development of employment skills, graduates go on to pursue careers in business, management or policy making. Some also engage in further research on the MPhil/PhD programme.

Student Support

In addition to the excellent student support services provided by the University, there is an induction programme which is designed to ensure that you fully understand what is expected of you and the opportunities that are available to you. You will also be allocated a personal tutor who you will meet on a regular basis.

Who should apply?

The MSc International Business is suitable for both graduates with a relevant business degree or those who are wishing to move into the business area and have keen interest in this subject.  In both cases a good honours degree and English proficiency to English Academic IELTS 6.5 is required.

How should I apply?

To apply, please download an application form from:

 www.canterbury.ac.uk/studyhere/postgraduate/apply.asp

For more information about the programme, please contact:

Dr Heather McLaughlin, Director of Postgraduate Programmes, Canterbury Christ Church University Business School heather.mclaughlin@canterbury.ac.uk

or

Claire Wood, Programme Administrator claire.wood@canterbury.ac.uk

For general information for international students studying at Canterbury Christ Church University, contact:

International Office

Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 1QU
United Kingdom  

Email: ipo@canterbury.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1227 782222
Fax: +44 (0)1227 781558