MSc Global Business Management
Key Details
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Award
- Degree of Master of Science
- Course Length
- 1 year
- Course Start Date
- September 2025
Course Overview
Our dynamic MSc in Global Business Management is designed for those with an undergraduate degree who aspire to work in multinational organisations across diverse cultural settings. On this course, you’ll develop a sound understanding of what it takes to be a global business entrepreneur, leader, manager and an effective team player.
You can design your own journey with a global perspective in mind. We offer a wide range of modules, allowing you to tailor your studies towards specific career paths such as marketing, branding, HR, or consulting. You’ll have the freedom and flexibility to follow your interests right from semester one. And if you aren’t sure what your interests are just yet, don’t worry, as you’ll have lots of opportunities to discover them!
This programme is designed for ambitious graduates wanting to pursue careers in global business management, including international trade, multinational operations, global supply networks, global marketing and branding, and digital business.
The course is structured across three semesters, beginning with foundational knowledge and skills in the autumn semester, advancing to core subject knowledge and skills in the spring semester, and culminating in advanced and integrative knowledge and skills in the summer semester. This intensive 12-month program is designed to provide a deep and comprehensive understanding of global business management, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the field.
Delivered by an outstanding academic team of business and management educators with global business management expertise in a TEF-Gold rated university, we’re focused on providing you with an outstanding learning experience. The curriculum is designed not only to provide you with flexibility in module choices but also to emphasise the principles of responsible business. You’ll be educated in ethical management practices that promote business success while balancing support for profit, people, and the planet.
Study and Modules
Structure
In your first semester, you’ll begin by discovering the essentials of the area you’re interested in. There is a wide choice of modules to get you started in marketing, accounting, finance, operations, logistics, human resources, organisational behaviour, entrepreneurship, and branding. You’ll learn from leading academics and practitioners in each field, immersing yourself in aspects of business you’re interested in, learning and developing awareness of a diverse range of business issues. You’ll study alongside students from these different specialisms too, and from all over the world, making for a true melting pot of ideas. Semester one is all about exploring the different areas of business, discovering their key components, uncovering your interests and talents, and laying the foundation for deeper study and specialisation in semester two and three.
In your second semester, you’ll follow through from semester one and choose modules that best reflect your interests and chosen career path. You’ll be able to select your options from a wide set of modules. It’s worth remembering that the course's uniqueness unfolds through semester two and three.
In your second and third semester, you’ll be able to go deeper into a particular interest or go broader by combining several interests. You can choose modules where you’ll focus on developing your critical thinking, or opt for more skills-based, functional modules. You might decide to focus on business strategy or branding or learn to apply what you have learned so far to the spheres of retail or marketing.
In all your modules, you’ll look at business issues from a domestic and international perspective. This ensures you leave us ready to excel on the international stage, with skills that are relevant anywhere.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 60)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 60)Optional C Modules
(Credits: 20)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
You’ll learn through a combination of synchronous online and face-to-face teaching including lectures, workshops, seminars and case studies, with a focus on utilising your knowledge and skills in real business settings. As in a business context, you’ll undertake tasks individually and in groups, developing your teamwork and leadership skills. Throughout the course, you’ll be required to reflect on and justify your decisions and choices, developing a professional mindset. Each module will open up opportunities for you to excel and develop the transferable skills so essential for future success in your chosen career path plus success in your course outcome.
You’re also expected to engage in significant independent study to achieve the best outcome from your studies.
Assessment
You’ll experience a variety of assessment methods, including exams, coursework, group work and presentations. You’ll be able to submit formative and summative work for assessment, and you’ll receive feedback to help you identify areas for improvement and areas of strength.
Employability
After the Course
Your chosen modules will have enabled you to adjust to any business setting, whether in your chosen field or any other business area. And you’ll be better able to understand and collaborate with different disciplines. You’ll graduate with a well-rounded, balanced set of business skills, and your own unique direction. You could go on to any number of business disciplines or choose to combine them all by working in general or (eventually) senior management, by starting your own business, or by returning to your family business. A significant number of graduates from all our courses go on to win coveted places on the management training graduate schemes of large multinational corporations. There is a focus on employability in each module and on preparing you for your future career throughout the course. You’ll also be able to take part in our annual Employability Week. Here you’ll be able to hear from all sorts of industry experts, including NBS alumni, about how they built their careers.
Careers
Graduating from this course can take you anywhere that you want to go. A few examples of companies that our MSc graduates have gone to and prospered in are as follows:
- Unilever
- Virgin Atlantic
- Alibaba Group
- PWC
- Omnicon Group
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
Degree classification
Bachelors degree - 2.2
Degree Subject
Any subject area. Please note that if you have studied business before at undergraduate or postgraduate level, there may be some overlap. Therefore we recommend you check the modules carefully to make sure that this course is right for you.
- Additional Entry Requirements
This MSc course is open to all students who meet the entry requirements but it is primarily aimed at students who have not previously studied a business-related degree, have limited business knowledge from their undergraduate degree, or have a general business degree and would like to now specialise. If you have a business degree, please check the course modules and content carefully to ensure the programme meets your needs and future career aspirations and requirements Alternatively, please consider one of our Professional courses which may be more suitable.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
Degree classification
UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent
Degree Subject
Any subject area. Please note that if you have studied business before at undergraduate or postgraduate level, there may be some overlap. Therefore we recommend you check the modules carefully to make sure that this course is right for you.
- Additional Entry Requirements
This MSc course is open to all students who meet the entry requirements but it is primarily aimed at students who have not previously studied a business-related degree, have limited business knowledge from their undergraduate degree, or have a general business degree and would like to now specialise. If you have a business degree, please check the course modules and content carefully to ensure the programme meets your needs and future career aspirations and requirements Alternatively, please consider one of our Professional courses which may be more suitable.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 6.0 in Writing and Speaking, and 5.5 in Reading and Listening)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the required English skills.
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- INTO UEA
If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, you may be able to study the International Pre-Masters programme offered by our partner INTO UEA. This programme guarantees progression to selected Master's degrees if students achieve the appropriate grade. For more details, please click here:
International Pre-Masters in Business, Economics and Social Sciences
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2025/26 are:
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UK Students: £13,800
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International Students: £24,300
We estimate living expenses at £1,136 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other course-related costs.
How to Apply
How to apply
Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.
To apply please use our online application form.
Further information
If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying, please do contact us:
Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk
International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.