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International Business Programme

Snapshot

Degrees available:
Degree Length of study
Full time
MSc International Business 12 months
MSc International Business & Finance 12 months
MSc International Business & Marketing 12 months
MSc International Business & Human Resource Management 12 months
MSc International Business, Marketing & Human Resource Management 12 months
These courses have two start dates - January or September
Academic School: School of Business
How to apply: Apply online via UKPASS
you can choose a pathway during the application process, but this does not commit you to a particular pathway, your final choice is made when you enrol.
Status: This course is open for applications for September 2012 and January 2013.
Fees:
Academic Year Home/EU Overseas
2011-12 £3,400 £10,000
2012-13 £3,400 £10,500
2012-13 to be confirmed to be confirmed

Overview

Our MSc International Business Programme has five degree pathways (listed below):

The degrees cover many different subjects and develop a wide range of transferable skills and provide entry to a range of rewarding careers. Our graduates work in small firms, in large multinational firms with offices throughout the world, in the public sector or in international and charitable organisations. There is an enormous variety of work that includes meeting a wide cross-section of different people, giving advice, and providing management and technical services.

Aims of the Programme

To provide motivated students with the tools and skills necessary to pursue a successful and rewarding career in International Business, Governance, Finance, Marketing and Human Resource Management.

Programme Content

The degrees are taught full-time for a period of twelve months, starting in September and January each year.

The common elements of all pathways are:

MSc International Business students also take four optional modules from the following list:

MSc International Business and Finance students also take:

and two optional modules from:

MSc International Business and Marketing students also take:

and one optional module.

MSc International Business and Human Resource Management students also take:

and one optional module.

MSc International Business, Marketing and Human Resource Management students also take:

and choose one from the following list:

Please note that the optional module choices are indicative.

For full details of all the modules and options, visit the course website.

Methods of Teaching and Assessment

Modules are taught using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, workshops, groupwork and student presentations.

The Foundation Economics and Statistics for Business module is taught intensively in the first 2 weeks of the degree programme, and thereafter the core and optional modules are taught throughout the year of study.

A feature of the programme is the Distinguished Visitor and Enterprise Gym Lecture Series. Distinguished practitioners in the field are invited to the University to hold seminars highlighting critical aspects of Business Finance and Marketing.  It offers students a unique opportunity to meet with business leaders.

All modules are assessed by coursework and final examination. Coursework may account for as much as 40% of the overall degree.

Introduction to the School of Business

Watch the video below to learn more about the School of Business:

 

Entry Requirements

A good (at least an upper second class Honours degree or equivalent) first degree in any subject which has enabled the applicant to develop analytical and quantitative skills. Places are limited and early application is advised even for well-qualified candidates.

After arrival, students may be able to swap to a different pathway after discussion with their course advisor.

English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.5 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.

Sources of Funding

Information about the School of Business scholarships can be found on the School of Business scholarships webpage.

Other sources of funding for postgraduate students can be found on our Scholarships webpage.

Contact

Programme Administrator

Admissions Contact

June Campbell
Economic Studies
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Scotland

Telephone: 01382 384443 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 384443 (from outside the UK)

Fax: 01382 384691 (from the UK)
Fax: +44 1382 384691 (from outside the UK)

Email: j.m.campbell@dundee.ac.uk
Postgraduate Admissions
Admissions and Student Recruitment
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Scotland

Telephone: 01382 384 384 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 384 384 (from outside the UK)

Fax: 01382 385 500 (from the UK)
Fax: +44 1382 385 500 (from outside the UK)

Email: postgrad-admissions@dundee.ac.uk