International Business and Entrepreneurship

International Business and Entrepreneurship, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 12 months
    Duration

About

This International Business and Entrepreneurship course at De Montfort University is also designed to produce master’s graduates who are conversant with international business and entrepreneurship, through both practical application and relevant leading-edge theory.

Reasons to study International Business and Entrepreneurship at DMU:

  • Global business school - The diverse nature of the staff and student cohort means you will experience and benefit from a truly international learning environment allowing you to identify new opportunities in a range of contexts
  • Apply theory in an international context - By embracing two different business approaches, you will gain the ability to identify and exploit opportunities to launch and grow businesses in an international setting thereby enhancing your employability
  • Tailor your course depending on your interests - This course offers a carefully selected relevant range of optional modules allowing you to tailor the course to your career aspirations, be that launching a small business or growing an established company
  • Excellent student experience - Enjoy trips to multi-national companies such as Mini (BMW) which will allow you to apply and understand theory in industry.

Graduate careers

This innovative one year MSc will help graduates wishing to start their own business develop entrepreneurial skills for large businesses, or pursue a career in management or SME development within an international business environment.

You will be encouraged to take part in the Campus Enterprise Opportunities Business Venture Competition, the perfect opportunity for any DMU student, staff member or graduate to turn a business idea into reality.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

  • Accounting for Managers
  • Critical Management in a Global Context
  • People Management and Organisation
  • Research Methods
  • International Strategic Management, Markets and Resources
  • Business Creation and Innovation 

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 12 months
    • Duration description

      12 months (September) or 15 Months (January)

  • Credits
    180 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus
  • More information Go to the programme website

English Language Requirements

You need the following IELTS score:

  • Minimum required score:

    6

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: Lower Second Class

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

General Requirements

  • Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree in any subject with a minimum pass of 2:2, or equivalent overseas qualification.
  • Applications from those without formal qualifications but with significant professional experience in business or entrepreneurship will be considered individually.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    13600 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 13600 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.

  • EU/EEA

    7500 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 7500 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
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Living costs for Leicester

  • 751 - 1430 GBP/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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