Brunel University Uxbridge

What you'll study

The programme comprises six core modules, two optional modules chosen from a range of topics, and a dissertation on an international business subject you select. Core modules are:

• International Marketing
• International Business Strategy
• International Management
• Global Business and Investments
• International Trade
• Understanding Business and Management Research

Optional modules include (examples):

• International and Comparative Human Resource Management
• Managing Global Challenges
• International Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
• Knowledge Management, Social Networks and Innovation
• Organisational Behaviour

Assessment blends coursework and exams (reports, essays, case analyses, presentations and in‑class tests) and concludes with a dissertation.

Entry requirements

Typical academic entry is a UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent international qualification. Applicants without a bachelor’s degree may be considered if they have at least five years' relevant work experience plus university study equivalent to UK NQF Level 4 or higher. English language minimums: IELTS 6.5 overall (min 6.0 each), PTE 59 (min 59 each), TOEFL 90 (min 20 each), or BrunELT 63% (min 58% each). Senior secondary certificates (e.g. WAEC/WASSC, KCSE, Indian Grade 12) are also considered.

Career prospects

The degree targets roles that require international market insight and cross‑border management skills. Graduates move into positions such as business analyst, business development manager, corporate investment banker and logistics manager, and work in sectors including banking, consulting, logistics, trade and corporate strategy. Employers named by the programme include Barclays, HSBC and British Airways.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Tuition for the full programme is stated as covering teaching, materials and online resources. Brunel advertises a six‑month payment plan and several discounts: early payment (2%), alumni (15%), family (10%) and an Academic Excellence Award (15%) for first‑class undergraduates. UK residents may be eligible for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan through Student Finance England.