International Management and Business Development

The world is more interconnected than ever - and successful managers must understand how to operate in an international organisational environment. In the MSc International Management and Business Development, you'll build on your theoretical knowledge, solidify your practical skills and broaden your understanding of business and culture across the globe. You will:

• Learn the strategies, policies and practices of responsible business development for new or existing businesses
• Gain insight into best practices for managing and inspiring employees and colleagues
• Master the processes of sustainable business performance
• Explore the values, etiquette and business environments of other cultures
• Develop competence in change management and entrepreneurship

At GCU, we're committed to producing graduates and professionals who can make a positive impact. Through ethical business leadership, cross-cultural respect and meaningful entrepreneurship, you can contribute to the common good - and also find a fulfilling and rewarding career.

The MSc International Management and Business Development isn't just a professional credential. It's an experience that offers a new way of seeing the world.

Business and management studies research

Two-thirds of GCU research impact for business and management studies courses was rated as outstanding or very considerable (Research Excellence Framework 2021.) Find out more.

Your career

With business development skills from franchising and internationalising to launching new start-ups, graduates of the MSc International Management and Business Development are positioned for successful employment in many industries. Graduates find roles in process management, people management and business development.

All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide and represent the minimum required to be considered for entry. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place may be asked to achieve more than is stated.

Minimum academic requirement

UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent).

English Language requirement

Academic IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5.

If you do not meet the English language requirements, you may be eligible for our pre-sessional English programme which is taught at our Glasgow campus. Full details of the English language tests we accept are available on this page.

Other academic and vocational qualifications

Each application to GCU is considered on an individual basis. If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning scheme.