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International Business, PgCert | PgDip | MSc

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  • 12 months
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University rank #801 (QS) , | Online
Our MSc International Business degree offered at the Robert Gordon University will prepare you for the world of international business. The course offers applied knowledge alongside practical management skills development.

About

At the Robert Gordon University studying the MSc International Business course will provide you with a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of international business management, including key theories and concepts and also the ability to apply a significant range of professional skills, practices and techniques in international business management. Students have the option to focus in the areas of international business management relevant to their needs and interests.

Students wishing to study MSc International Business Management at our Florida location should not apply through the link on this page but go to Seminole State College Center for Global Engagement.

Job Prospects

For those already working in business management, at a junior or middle manager level, you will be able to progress your career into an international position. If you are looking to enter this field and have no relevant formal qualifications, this course will allow you to gain the necessary business and management knowledge.

Previous graduates have gone on to set up their own business, pursue careers in international banking, business and with international trade organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Global Business Environment
  • Finance For Managers
  • Marketing Strategy
  • International Business Strategy
  • International Human Resource Management
  • Enterprise Creation

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity

    You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.

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

      January: 16 months

    Part-time
    • Average part-time duration 36 months
    • Intensity Flexible
    • Duration description
      • September: 2 years
      • January: 2.5 years
  • Credits
    180 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus, Online

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

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  • Minimum required score:

    88

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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 normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in any subject discipline.
  • Applicants with a lower degree classification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    12470 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 12470 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.

  • EU/EEA

    5500 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 5500 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
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Living costs for Aberdeen

  • 729 - 1070 GBP/month
    Living Costs

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

Funding

Merit Scholarship

Aberdeen Business School offers a number of merit scholarships to outstanding students. The scholarship is available to:

  • international students who will study the course by full time and distance learning and pay for the fees at the international rate; or
  • UK or EU students who will study the course by full time and the fees are set in excess of 6,000 GBP; or
  • UK or EU students who will study the course by distance learning.

Postgraduate Funding

Applicants (Scottish domiciled and EU) to this course may be eligible for a Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan (PTFL). Full-time students can apply for a PTFL up to £3400. Part-time students can apply for up to £1700. The tuition fee loan is only available to part-time students who are undertaking at least 50% of a full-time course, and therefore, complete their qualification in 2 years.

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