Bournemouth University

What you'll study

The programme combines core modules in strategy, organisational behaviour and international business with applied options to develop specialist knowledge of marketing, finance and operations in a global context. Teaching typically blends lectures, seminars, case studies, simulations and assessed project work to build practical management skills.

• Global Strategy and Competitive Advantage – frameworks for analysing firm strategy across international markets and sectors.
• Cross‑Cultural Management and Leadership – managing diverse teams, cultural intelligence and international leadership styles.
• International Marketing Management – market entry, global branding and digital marketing strategies for international contexts.
• International Human Resource Management – international staffing, expatriation, performance management and employment law considerations.
• International Finance and Accounting for Managers – financial decision making, foreign exchange risk and interpreting financial statements across jurisdictions.
• Operations, Supply Chain and Global Logistics – managing international supply chains, sourcing and operations strategy.
• Research Methods and Business Analytics – quantitative and qualitative techniques to support independent research and evidence‑based decision making.
• Dissertation or Consultancy Project – a substantial independent research project or a live consultancy assignment with an organisation, allowing you to apply learning to a real business problem.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a UK honours degree at 2:2 or above, or an equivalent qualification from an international institution. Candidates with non‑business degrees are welcome; conversion applicants may be asked to demonstrate motivation and, in some cases, relevant experience or completion of specific preparatory modules.

Relevant professional experience can strengthen an application, particularly for part‑time or flexible study routes. All applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English; a commonly used benchmark is an IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no component below 6.0 or an equivalent recognised qualification, though alternative accepted tests and score requirements are considered.

Career prospects

Graduates go on to roles across sectors in commercial, public and third‑sector organisations. Typical career paths include:

• International management graduate schemes and entry‑level roles in multinational corporations
• Business development, international sales and export management
• Management consultancy and advisory roles focusing on international expansion
• Human resources and talent management for global workforces
• Supply chain, logistics and operations roles with an international dimension
• Entrepreneurship and small business management with cross‑border ambitions

The programme’s emphasis on applied projects and employability equips students with practical experience and a portfolio of work to present to employers or use as the foundation for further study.

Why study at Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University offers an applied, career‑focused approach to postgraduate study with small‑group teaching and opportunities to work on live projects with organisations. The Business School places strong emphasis on professional practice, employability support and developing transferable management skills that are relevant to global employers.

Students benefit from a learning environment that blends academic rigour with practical experience, access to industry speakers and workshops, and support from a careers team experienced in helping international management graduates progress into relevant roles. Flexible study modes, including full‑time and part‑time options, allow students to tailor the programme to their professional commitments.