University of Salford offers the Master of International Business as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Salford, United Kingdom. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for international business and related professional fields. Tuition fees are USD 22,830 / years, and the next available intake begins on September 1, 2026.

About Master of International Business

Introduction

In a nutshell

International applicants: please check the international intakes page for the latest information and application dates.

This course has been designed to equip recent graduates who aspire to manage organisations across national borders with the knowledge and skills to confront the challenges of operating in a global, interconnected world that is increasingly digital - yet also increasingly characterised by risk, uncertainty and complex problems.

During your time with us, you will examine the forces that shape and influence international business decisions and activities whilst exploring emerging issues and trends in the fields of practice and research. You will learn of the challenges and opportunities managers face in core business functions within an international context and develop an appreciation of cultural intelligence as a core capability to interact and lead effectively across cultures. You will develop your digital awareness by exploring the growth of international digital business and will become critically appreciative of what it means for a business to demonstrate responsible leadership and citizenship in global, regional and local situations.

The course is highly industry-focused and culminates in either undertaking an international consultancy project on behalf of a client firm or a work-based internship or placement project. Whichever direction you take, you will put the knowledge that you have learned into practice.

Six good reasons to choose Salford Business School:

Practical teaching, informed by our industry partners, so you develop the skills employers look for
Real-world learning on live company projects
Multiple start dates to fit with your life priorities
Beautiful campus just minutes from Manchester city centre
Excellent industry links with the dynamic Greater Manchester business community
Focus on the digital, ethical and sustainability business challenges of the 21st century

To find out more, register for one of our Postgraduate Open Days or learn more about our master's courses in business, finance and law.

You will:

Examine the forces that shape and influence international business decisions and activities
Develop knowledge and understanding of the challenges and opportunities managers face in a global environment characterised by risk, uncertainty and complexity
Develop an appreciation of the importance of cultural intelligence for interacting and leading effectively across cultures
Have the opportunity to undertake a consultancy project, internship or placement
Have the opportunity to develop additional qualifications that enhance your employability such as Microsoft Digital Certificates and Carbon Literacy Certification

Placement

options available

International

students accepted

Course accreditations

This is for you if...

1.

You aspire to manage across national borders and interact and lead effectively across cultures

2.

You want to develop a global perspective of the connections between people, information, trade and capital around the world

3.

You are passionate about confronting the challenges of operating in a global, interconnected world

4.

You are looking for an industry-informed course that will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills sought by employers

5.

You want real-world experience through a consultancy or work-based project

6.

You want to enhance your digital awareness and develop personally and professionally.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of International Business at University of Salford

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

APPLICANT PROFILE

As well as being aspiring managers who want to expand their knowledge and skills and enhance their career prospects, applicants should have a strong interest in international issues and trends. Applicants should be keen to develop a global perspective that will enable them to appreciate how people, information, trade and capital are connected and flow across national borders and around the world. Applicants must be prepared to undertake substantial independent learning and be committed to their personal and professional development.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

International applicants will be required to show a proficiency in English. An IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element below 5.5) is proof of this. If you need to improve your written and spoken English, you might be interested in our English language courses.

Find out about dedicated support for international applicants.

Standard entry requirements

Undergraduate degree

Normally a minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent. A wide range of professional qualifications are also accepted, either in partial or complete fulfilment of entry requirements.

International students

We accept qualifications from all around the world. Find your country to see a full list of entry requirements.

Alternative entry requirements

Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)

We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. The APL process can be used for entry onto courses or to give you exemptions from parts of your course.

Two forms of APL may be used for entry: the Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of International Business

Employment and stats

What about after uni?

There is no typical career path for a student who successfully completes this course. Instead, graduates' careers can take many different directions, spanning multinational firms, start-up and family businesses, governmental organisations and departments, and higher education institutions.

Examples of private sector roles that graduates have gone onto include: Marketing Director (Molson Coors); Business Development Manager (Shell); Head of Business Strategy, Excellence and Quality (Siemens); Head of Commercial Delivery (Boost.ai).

Other graduates have gone on to enjoy public sector roles including Trade Policy Officer (British Embassy) and Civil Servant (Mongolian Ministry of Mining & Heavy Industry) while other graduates have remained within the university sector, developing academic careers in various higher education institutions around the globe such as China, Vietnam and the UK

A taste of what you could become

A Global Business Manager

An Operations Manager

An International HR Manager

A Business Consultant

A charity fundraiser

And more...

Career Links

This course has been designed in consultation with a range of partners spanning a number of different sectors, from multinational firms to international growth specialists to public-private partnership initiatives that grow international connectivity.

The course works with a number of organisations engaged in different aspects of international business, with guest speakers sharing their insights and experiences and client firms developing opportunities for consultancy projects and, with support from the Salford Business School Employability Hub, work-based internships and placements.

"The vibrant community, campus facilities and wide selection of courses attracted my attention to the University of Salford, and I was really excited with my decision to enrol there to invest in my personal development and growth. I enjoyed all the lectures and assignments! The modules were very interesting and the topics were very close to issues happening in the current economic climate. All my lecturers were very knowledgeable and interactive; they engaged us in active discussion on current affairs and debates. I also enjoyed dialogues with like-minded course mates from different backgrounds and cultural perspectives. The research for the assignments really helped me with critical analysis, which allowed me to review and examine the assignments with openness and to develop my opinions and thoughts on the topics. The guidance and undivided attention from all of my lecturers also helped me through this process of broadening the way I looked at certain topics and discussion. I’m currently working as a Business Development Manager in a global energy and petrochemical company. The course has helped shape my thinking and has further enhanced my critical analysis skill set; this is important as I am able to apply this thought process in strategic analysis at work." - Jace Lee Yee Wen. Business Development Manager

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

22,830 / years