Program Overview
The Master of Science in International Management at The University of Exeter is a rigorous postgraduate programme delivered on-campus at The University of Exeter. Designed for graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in business & management, the programme develops both theoretical foundations and applied skills essential for today's competitive environment.
Spanning 9 months, students engage with cutting-edge research, industry-relevant case studies, and practical projects. Instruction is delivered in English by research-active faculty with professional expertise.
The programme culminates in a dissertation or capstone project. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles, research careers, and doctoral study in business & management.
Key Program Features
Why study MSc International Business at Exeter?
- Gain the practical skills to develop effective strategies to solve real-world issues and be able to apply a global context to a variety of businesses, wherever in the world you choose to work
- Be supported by the programme director in developing your own business plan in place of a dissertation, fostering practical and applied business skills, ensuring you stand out in a competitive graduate marketplace
- This is a flexible programme designed for ambitious students who want to launch a global career, with optional modules to tailor the programme to your interests
- Attend specialist workshops taught by leading international academics on issues relevant to international business, globalisation and sustainability
- Explore international business from a range of disciplines and stakeholder perspectives from Marketing and Economics, to Accounting and Finance
Career Opportunities
Careers
This flexible and innovative programme has been designed for ambitious students who want to launch a career across international cultures and be able to apply a global context to a variety of businesses, wherever in the world they choose to work.
As part of your learning experience you will attend specialist practical workshops equipping you with the knowledge and skills to tackle real world problems.
Graduates can look to work in a diverse range of roles including:
- International Business Director
- Marketing and Strategy Consultancy
- Procurement and Purchasing Manager
- Business and Commercial Analyst
- Brand Manager
- Human Resource Manager
Developing your skills and career prospects The University of Exeter Business School provides a range of support to help you develop skills attractive to employers. Visit our postgraduate Business School careers service web page for more information.
Program Curriculum
Course content
This programme is available for study 12 months full-time over three terms and is University-based throughout this time. The taught components of the programme are delivered in the first two terms, leaving the third term and most of the summer to research, write and submit your business plan. The programme in its entirety runs from September to September.
Modules Please note that the module information displayed here is from a previous year and is subject to change. During the programme you will study modules totalling 180 credits. Please note that programme structures may be subject to change. Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the Business School postgraduate module list . Compulsory modules Code Module Credits BEMM264 Current Issues in International Business 15 BEMM384 International Business Plan 30 BEMM116 Principles of International Business 15 BEMM388 People Management 15 BEAM045 Accounting for International Managers 15 BEMM118 Strategic Innovation Management 15 BEMM800 Foundations to Business Communication 15 Optional modules BEMM148 is a term one elective only. Students are not eligible to take this course in their term 2. Please note that not all listed option modules will be available every year. Code Module Credits MSc International Business optional modules 25-26 BEMM059 International Human Resource Management 15 BEAM052 Corporate Governance and Finance 15 BEAM053 Mergers, Management Buyouts and Other Corporate Reorganisations 15 BEEM154 Economics of Public Finance 15 BEMM069 Marketing and New Product Innovation 15 BEMM071 Leadership and Global Challenges 15 BEMM114 Managing Operations 15 BEMM128 Brand Design 15 BEMM148 Marketing Strategy 15 BEMM190 Digital Transformation 15 BEMM265 Sustainability and Behaviour Change 15 BEMM375 Sustainable Tourism Management 15 BEMM394 Entrepreneurship: New Venture Creation 15 BEMM786 Service Design and Innovation 15 BEMM801 Entrepreneurship: Business Simulation 15 EFPM838 Transdisciplinary Collaborations for Creative Futures 15 BEMM825 Social Networks and Career Advancement 15 BEMM827 Marketing Technologies 15 MSc International Business - Law optional modules 24-25 LAWM172 EU Competition Law 15 LAWM173 Financial Markets Law and Regulation 15 LAWM165 Automated and Autonomous Transport: Cars and Ships 15 LAWM167 Blockchain, Policy, Property 15 LAWM174 International Arbitration 15 LAWM177 International Trade and Society 15 LAWM183 International Banking and Fintech Law and Regulation 15 LAWM191 Law, Digital Markets and Competition 15
Admission Requirements
Entry requirements
A 2:2 with honours in any discipline. We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications.
Pre-Masters programme for international students The Graduate Diploma in Management run by the University of Exeter International Study Centre is a pre-Masters programme designed to enhance your subject knowledge, study skills and English ability. Successful completion of the Diploma (subject to achieving the specific grades of entry) gives students from overseas the skills needed for acceptance onto this Masters programme. Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications . Entry requirements for international students Please visit our entry requirements section for equivalencies from your country and further information on English language requirements .
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications . Entry requirements for international students English language requirements International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required IELTS test scores for this course fall under Profile B1 . Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,500/year (international)
Fees
2026/27 entry
UK fees per year:
International fees per year:
Scholarships
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with £7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year , including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships * . We also provide awards for sport, music and other achievements, as well as regional and partner scholarships with organisations such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page .
University of Exeter Alumni Scholarship
We are pleased to offer University of Exeter alumni beginning a standalone postgraduate programme in 2026/27 with us a scholarship towards the cost of your tuition fees. Full details can be found here.
*Terms and conditions, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details. .
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Scholarships
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with £7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year , including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships * . We also provide awards for sport, music and other achievements, as well as regional and partner scholarships with organisations such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page .
University of Exeter Alumni Scholarship
We are pleased to offer University of Exeter alumni beginning a standalone postgraduate programme in 2026/27 with us a scholarship towards the cost of your tuition fees. Full details can be found here.
*Terms and conditions, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details. .
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About The University of Exeter
The University of Exeter
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-05-06
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 9 months
- Credits 60–120 ECTS (confirm with the university)