International Business MBA

The University of Greenwich has a long history of management education, and the MBA draws on decades of professional experience. 

Our London based MBA is an internationally recognised Master's degree in business administration and management. We focus on developing your knowledge in business strategy and change management. 

If you do not have a first degree in business then our MBA will give you solid grounding in business management, which will be followed by specialised international business courses, specialist projects and a guided internship. 

We have structured our degree to allow you to follow your own professional interests, through a research project and professional practice. You can start your studies in September or January.

Skills development

You will develop critical analytical skills in assessing the global environment for business; identifying new international business opportunities and analysing international markets and industries; dealing with complex issues both systematically and creatively; and communicating clearly to many audiences.

You will also reflect the increased emphasis on multidisciplinary and international perspective arising from today's market developments and explores the complexity and diversity of business in an increasingly interconnected world. 

Internship

The 11-month internship (which you will need to secure) enables you to apply your knowledge and gain practical experience with a company of your choice, in the UK or overseas.

The internship will help you to put into practice skills developed in communication, numeracy and problem-solving within a professional context, and to build your sense of business values and integrity. 

Previous internships 

Our students worked for local and international employers within financial, retail, hospitality and tourism sectors. Companies include: 

• Network Rail
• Skills Hive
• London College of Business and Law 
• Bosch. 

We also offer placement opportunities within our University's departments.

Recent projects

Our Client Based Dissertations (CBDs) will help you develop a clearer sense of how to link theory with practice and enrich your profile in the job market. Previous students have developed their projects for organisations, including:

• Day Lewis Pharmaceuticals
• ICANN
• Barclays
• United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
• Mindfit Ltd
• iGate (Bank of Canada subsidiary)
• Infinieum Investments
• Trade Unions Congress. 

Rankings

Our business management subjects are ranked:

• Top ten for student satisfaction in London (Complete University Guide 2018)
• Top ten for high research quality in London (Complete University Guide 2018).

What you will study

_{Year 1}

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Financial and Management Accounting (15 credits)
• Global Strategy: Analysis and Practice (15 credits)
• International Business Project (30 credits)
• Global Business and Sustainability (30 credits)
• Foundations of Scholarship and Research (15 credits)
• International Entrepreneurship (30 credits)
• International Economics and Innovation (15 credits)
• Academic English for Postgraduates (Business)
• Managing Across Cultures (15 credits)
• International Marketing (15 credits)
• MBA Internship Preparation

_{Year 2}

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• International Business Project (30 credits)
• Professional Practice (60 credits)

Careers

Graduates pursue their management career in a wide range of multinational companies, non-government and public sector organisations. Some might find employment in small and medium enterprises in international trade, and local or central government.

Visit the International Business MBA page on the University of Greenwich website for more details!