Highlights
Tuition fee
20340 GBP / year
12450 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
20340 GBP / year
12450 GBP / year
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Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
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Start date
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Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The MSc in International Business at Birkbeck, University of London, is designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in international business management. This full-time or part-time programme lasts for one year and offers a flexible on-campus attendance format, allowing for a balance between academic and personal commitments.

Overview

The MSc in International Business at Birkbeck, University of London, is a comprehensive programme aimed at preparing graduates for the dynamic field of international business. This course offers a robust foundation in key issues related to international business and management, analytics, and research methodologies. It also allows students to specialise in areas such as strategy, human resource management, business ethics, globalisation, and sustainable development. The curriculum is designed to meet the increasing demand for skilled professionals in the international business sector, providing critical, research-based knowledge and expertise across a broad range of topics.

Why International Business at Birkbeck?

Birkbeck boasts a strong reputation in delivering postgraduate programmes in international business, bolstered by its strategic location in London, a global hub for international commerce. The programme is supported by extensive research, training, and policy advice, ensuring students gain insights from leading experts in the field. Additionally, Birkbeck's collaborations with public and private sector organisations enhance the learning experience, providing students with valuable industry connections.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the MSc in International Business are as follows:

  • Full-time home students: £13,110 per year
  • Full-time international students: £22,980 per year
  • Part-time home students: £6,555 per year
  • Part-time international students: £11,490 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The programme comprises compulsory modules worth a total of 180 credits, including:

  • Globalisation: Forces, Players and Management
  • International Business Ethics
  • International Business Strategy
  • International Business: Theories and Issues
  • International Marketing
  • Multinational Financial Management
  • Principles of Organisation and Management
  • Research Methods in Management (Postgraduate)
  • MSc International Business Dissertation

This diverse syllabus equips students with the analytical skills necessary to tackle complex international business challenges.

Careers with International Business

Graduates of the MSc International Business are well-equipped to pursue various roles in both domestic and international contexts. They can find opportunities in sectors such as management consulting, international business analysis, corporate governance, finance, marketing, and human resources. Specific job titles include management consultant, international business analyst, corporate governance manager, and marketing executive. The course also serves as a stepping stone for those interested in doctoral research in international business, further enhancing their career prospects.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • International Business Strategy
  • International Business: Theories and Issues
  • Principles of Organization and Management
  • Research Methods in Management (Postgraduate)
  • The Dynamics of Global Capitalism: Theory and Practice

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

The university recommends that applicants apply as early as possible and at least six weeks before the start of term.

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
79
PTE Academic
62
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • London, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
79
PTE Academic
62
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Our standard postgraduate entry requirement is a second-class honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university, or an equivalent international qualification.

  • On your application form, please list all your relevant qualifications and experience, including those you expect to achieve.
  • Your personal details
  • Your qualifications
  • Your work experience
  • Your personal statement
  • Referees
  • Statistical information
  • English proficiency
  • The application form 

Tuition Fees

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

    Non-residents
    20340 GBP / year
    20340 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    12450 GBP / year
    12450 GBP / year

Additional Details

  • Part-time home students: £7,425 per year
  • Part-time international students: £11,610 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International Business.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Birkbeck, University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Chevening Scholarships
Merit-based

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Birkbeck, University of London
London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Birkbeck Global Future Scholarships
Merit-based

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Birkbeck, University of London
London, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
250000 INR
Deadline
31 May 2026
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based

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GyanDhan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Jul 2026
Chevening Scholarships

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The Association of Commonwealth Universities
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Jul 2026
Chevening Scholarships
Merit-based

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UK Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
30 Jul 2026
GREAT Scholarship - Royal College of Art
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based

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Japan Gov’t/World Bank
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based

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AUFIN Education & Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
Go City Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Rapid Formations Entrepreneur Scholarship

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Rapid Formations
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
Amber Scholarship For September Intake

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for Developing Commonwealth Countries

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DFID/UK Universities
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 Sep 2026
Marshall Scholarship
Merit-based

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The Government of the United Kingdom
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
1st Formations Business Scholarship

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1st Formations
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2026
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest

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Simmons and Fletcher
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship

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Florida Rentals
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
The MyUS Community Scholarship

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MyUS
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