Overview

Through the International Business and Strategic Management course from Lancaster University you will develop vital skills for devising and implementing international business and corporate strategy, making informed decisions, and leading effectively in multinational environments. This programme prepares you for high-impact careers in multinational corporations, startups, and NGOs worldwide.

In a world where global economic, social, and political shifts redefine boundaries daily, thinking strategically and acting decisively is key. The MSc International Business and Strategic Management is designed to prepare you for this challenge and to become an agile, globally-minded leader capable of handling the complexities of international business with confidence, creativity, and clarity.

Career opportunities:

MSc International Business and Strategic Management graduates are well-positioned for high-impact careers, including leadership roles in multinational corporations, consulting firms and startups from various sectors. Graduates from this programme work all over the world in multinationals such as Amazon, Danone, GSK, HP Inc., IBM and Microsoft, as well as top global professional service and finance firms such as Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Deloitte, EY, JPMorgan Chase, KPMG and PwC.

Typical roles include Account Manager, Director, Management Associate, Marketing Analyst, Product Manager, Sales Director and Senior Consultant.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Building Competitive Advantage
Capstone Project
Corporate Strategy and Governance
Cross Border Mergers and Acquisitions
Finance and Strategic Decision Making
Innovation and Sustainability in a Global Arena
International Business Environments
International Strategy Summit

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lancaster, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Business Strategic Management View 147 other Masters in Strategic Management in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in any discipline. We are looking for marks consistently at 2:2 level, or higher, throughout your undergraduate studies. We welcome applications from people who have studied a business or management-related subject, as well as engineering, computing, natural or social sciences, arts or any other discipline.
If you do not meet our main academic entry requirements, we may be able to consider your application where you have relevant extensive professional experience. Such experience could include working in an international organisation, contributing to strategic projects, or having exposure to business environments involving international or cross-cultural elements.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

30000 GBP / year

≈ 30000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

16270 GBP / year

≈ 16270 GBP / year

Living costs

Lancaster

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Disciplines

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