Program Overview
The International Business and Strategy at Aston University is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Business and Strategy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 17,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Business and Strategy programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- International Business Strategy
- International Business
- Strategic Management
- Advanced Topics in Strategy
- Professional Development Programme
- Ethics in Academic Practice
- Intellectual Property Strategy & Management
- Business Finance
- International Finance
- Strategic Business Sustainability
- People & World Organisations
- Global Ethics Human Rights Responsibilities in Business
- Marketing Management
- International Marketing Management
- Strategic Global Outsourcing and Offshoring
- Entrepreneurial Strategies
- Management of Innovation
- Advanced Topics in International Business
- Economic Environment of Business
- Management Consulting
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The required supporting documents which you must submit with your application are:
- Your CV\xc2\xa0
- A copy of your Bachelor degree certificate\xc2\xa0
- Officially translated transcript(s) (if not already in English) of your grades to date including Bachelor years\xc2\xa0
- Two references, at least one of which is from an academic referee (applicants without work experience may submit two academic references)\xc2\xa0
- Proof of English language proficiency\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aston University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Aston University
Aston University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Aston University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date April 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
