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Overview
This is a 'conversion' masters programme for students without a basic degree in business/management and related areas. With the global economy increasingly influencing the business world, this programme provides non-business school graduates with a solid foundation in international business theory and practice.
The MSc in International Business at University of Nottingham Ningbo China is either a full-time degree studied over a period of a calendar year commencing late September or a part-time degree that can be studied over a period of between 2 and 4 years. In each case participants take taught modules and prepare a dissertation. Students without the relevant English proficiency are required to do a Summer pre-sessional programme before gaining entry onto the postgraduate programme.
Key Facts
This degree offers career opportunities in a variety of careers such as Accountancy, Consultancy, Business Development, Human Resources, IT, Logistics, Marketing, Private Banking, Project Management, Market Research and Sales and Distribution.Programme Structure
Courses include:- The structure is modular, with individual modules each having a weighting of 15 credits. One credit represents 10 hours of student work, meaning that a 15 credit module represents 150 hours of study. This includes formal teaching, independent study, revision, and the preparation of assessments. The MSc degree requires the successful completion of 180 credits, 120 of which are taught modules, and 60 an international management dissertation.
- All students undertake core modules relating to international business. The remaining modules offer a choice of electives. These allow the student to focus upon the modules with an international emphasis that is most closely associated with his/her career aspirations.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 71
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Ningbo, China
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 71
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- One recommendation letter on headed paper, signed and/or stamped
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates (completed or results so far)
- English language test score report if already received (e.g. IELTS or PTE Academic)
- Personal statement
- One photocopy of the main pages from your passport
- One 2 inch color bareheaded photo with white background (Note: the head must occupy two thirds of the photo; photo dimension is no less than 320 × 240 pixels, the aspect ratio is 4:3; the file size is between 100kb - 500kb; jpg or jpeg format)
- Identification document for applicants from China's Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan regions
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Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents130000 CNY / year≈ 130000 CNY / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents120000 CNY / year≈ 120000 CNY / year
Additional Details
- China's Hong Kong, Macao & Taiwan students -120,000 RMB / year
Living costs
Ningbo
China
3980 - 6290 CNY / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International Business.
Available Scholarships
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Grant
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Deadline
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ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
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Grant
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Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Grant
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
21 Apr 2027
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship
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1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
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The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
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