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International Management
MSc (PGCert PGDip)

  • Course summary and entry requirements

    Course duration Help

    Full-time: Minimum of 15 months

    Professional accreditation

    Successfully completed modules may be submitted for recognition by professional bodies such as the Chartered Management Institute and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

    About the course

    Today's global business climate offers excellent career opportunities for postgraduates who can demonstrate cross-cultural skills combined with a sound knowledge of international management.

    The International Management MSc develops a broad knowledge of global management, strengthens your capacity for geographical and cultural mobility, and improves your ability to work as part of a multinational team.

    At the end of your year of study in Brighton, you will continue for an additional three months at a top business school in France, Italy, Germany or the USA. Studying abroad is a great way to develop a wider view of international management, as was well as strengthening your ability to operate effectively outside of your home country.

    Our partner business schools include:
    - Grenoble School of Management, Grenoble, France
    - University of Turin, Italy
    - Pforzheim University, Germany
    - La Salle University, Philadelphia, USA
    - Grand Valley State University, Michigan, USA
    - California State University, Los Angeles, USA
    - University of California, Berkeley, USA

    Some of our partner business schools allow you to apply to continue your study for an extra semester. This extended study may lead to a second Masters degree.

    Practical experience is central to the course. You will have opportunities to:
    - gain work experience (and a salary) through an employment-based project
    - visit companies and meet senior managers
    - develop consultancy skills during consultancy skills workshops
    - use specialised diagnostic and management development tools
    - join a tutor-led study visit to another European country.

    This course attracts students from a wide range of backgrounds and nationalities, providing further enrichment to the learning process and enabling you to develop cross-cultural skills and future business networks.

    Typical entry requirements Help

    The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2013. Individual offers may vary

    For non-native speakers of English:
    In order to benefit from, contribute to and enjoy the course, a good command of spoken and written English language is required. If English is not your first language, you will need English language proficiency equivalent to an overall IELTS score of at least 6.5, with 6 in the written test.

    Other:
    Prospective students whose qualifications do not exactly match those set out above should consider applying for this course through the extended masters programme (EMA).

    Degree and/or experience:
    Normally a good bachelor degree or equivalent is required. A degree in any subject will be considered. Work experience is useful but not essential.

  • Course content

    Course structure

    The course runs from the end of September to early June. There are normally 14-18 hours of classes each week, plus 25-30 hours of group project work, guided and independent study.

    Special intensive workshops on topics such as consultancy skills, management careers and research methods take place during the year and there is a one-week, tutor-led study visit to mainland Europe in January or February. During the summer, work continues on the supervised management project report.

    International studies begin in August or September, depending upon the calendar of the host institution. International studies normally end by early or mid-December, which is the deadline final project reports.

    We use a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, workshops, case studies, guest speakers and team working.

    Areas of study

    In addition to knowledge of the major management functions, such as international marketing, accounting, organisational behaviour and international strategy, the course includes transferable skills of management including international leadership, international consultancy and cross-cultural negotiation.

    Syllabus

    Core modules:
    - Induction
    - International Business
    - Global Management
    - Cross-cultural Negotiations
    - Management Environment
    - International Management and Leadership
    - Managing Organisational Behaviour
    - Accounting for Managers
    - Marketing in an International Context
    - International study visit - Management Integration
    - Managing Information and Systems
    - International Strategy Management
    - Management project
    - International Management Studies

    Options and specialist studies vary, but choices may include:
    - Management Consulting
    - Entrepreneurship
    - Public Services Strategy and Change
    - Managing Talent, Performance and Reward
    - Managing Professionals
    - Marketing Ethics and Social Responsibility
    - Supply Chain Management
    - New Product Development
    - Employment Law for Managers
    - E-business
    - Quality Marketing
    - Social Marketing
    - Strategic Purchasing

  • Fees and costs

    The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.

    The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.

    What's included in the fee?

    When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.

    You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.

    Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

    International Management (MSc) (Full time)  [J1BH520]
    UK/EU (Full Time)12,510 GBP
    Island Students (Full Time)12,510 GBP
    International (Full Time)16,000 GBP

  • Location

    Location Help Moulsecoomb

    Located to the north of Brighton city centre, the Moulsecoomb campus offers students an excellent learning environment and a wide range of facilities. It is the largest of our five campuses with over 8,000 students.

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    Living in Brighton

    Brighton’s rich mix of historic architecture, lively arts scene, varied shopping and cosmopolitan community make it a vibrant, enjoyable place to live. It is no wonder that many Brighton graduates choose to stay here.

    Social scene

    Alongside the traditional seaside attractions, Brighton is famed for its exciting social scene with a wide choice of pubs, clubs and restaurants.

    Music event on the beach

    Arts

    The highlight of the city’s cultural year is the Brighton Festival. The event is held each May and is England’s biggest arts festival, which showcases arts and performance from around the world. Brighton is also home to the UK’s oldest working cinema, the Duke of York’s, which shows alternative and mainstream films. The city is also well known for its exciting music scene and hosts The Great Escape music festival.

    Burning the Clocks winter solstice festival

    Sports

    Whether you take your sport seriously or just want to keep fit, Brighton offers all kinds of sports opportunities and facilities, on and off campus. You can also make the most of the location, and play volleyball, basketball and windsurfing down by the beach. The seafront is also the finishing point for the famous London – Brighton bicycle ride and the quirky veteran car run.

    Playing volleyball on the seafront

  • Staff profiles

    International Management

    Barry Lee Scherer, Course Leader

    Barry is a principal lecturer at Brighton Business School. He is an expert on international management and organisational behaviour, and has served as course leader for both Management MSc and MBA courses. He has experience of teaching on three continents.

    He has published studies of world class business schools and has commercial experience as a company director and as an international consultant.

    Barry is a member of the Centre for Research on Management and Employment (CROME) research group.

  • Career opportunities

    This degree will prepare you for a wide range of careers, including international management, international consultancy and some areas of functional management. It is also valuable if you are interested in starting an international business, or pursuing a career such as international business negotiator, commercial interpreter, lecturer or researcher.

    During the course you will have opportunities to meet international company recruiters and to complete a plan for your future career.

    To help you find a job, you will be offered training in how to improve your resume and achieve success at job interviews.

    Our placements team will be able to help you find practical work experience during the course.

    If you are interested in pursuing a career in research, the research skills training and experience may be used to develop a proposal for a subsequent research degree or for published papers.

    Visit the careers service website.

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    Partner schools

    Studying abroad is a great way to develop a wider view of international management, as was well as strengthening your ability to operate effectively outside of your home country. We have partner colleges in France, Italy, Germany and the USA.

    During your semester abroad you will produce a report on an international business or management topic that interests you, a guide to others entering and living in the host culture, and a critical reflection on the management learning from the experience.

    Some of the partner business schools allow you to apply to continue your study for an extra semester. This extended study leads to a second postgraduate qualification, such as an MBA from an American or German university.

    Most classes are taught in English, but you may undertake language preparation during the summer prior to your international study. Partner schools include:

    France

    École de Management, Grenoble

    Founded in 1984, Grenoble École de Management is one of the elite Grandes Écoles (literally in French 'great schools') of France. Known as the ‘capital of the Alps’ Grenoble is a major scientific centre of Europe. It is located in the south east of France, close to some of the best skiing in Europe and less than 3 hours drive from the Mediterranean. Classes are taught in English, with optional French language classes available.

    After studying at Grenoble École de Management for one semester you will be awarded Brighton's International Management MSc. You may also apply to extend your stay for a further semester and gain a second postgraduate qualification – Grenoble's Master of International Business (MIB).

    Italy

    Scuola di Amministrazione Aziendale, University of Turin

    Scuola di Amministrazione Aziendale (SAA) is part of the University of Turin, one of the oldest universities in Italy. It is one of only three technical universities in Italy specialising in higher technical and management education.  Turin is a cosmopolitan city of business and culture, famous for its many art galleries, restaurants, opera houses, museums and piazzas, and for its rococo, neo-classical, baroque, and Art Nouveau architecture. Students from Brighton will be taught in English. Optional Italian language classes are available.

    On completion of one semester of study at SSA you will be awarded Brighton's International Management MSc.

    Germany

    Pforzheim University

    Pforzheim University was the home of the first German MBA programme and is one of the most selective schools in Germany. The school enjoys close partnerships with some of Germany’s top companies. Pforzheim has an enviable location on the edge of the Black Forest in the south west of Germany close to Stuttgart, home of major German companies such as Mercedes Benz and Bosch. Students from Brighton are taught in English. There are also classes taught in German available.

    After studying at Pforzheim for one semester you will be awarded Brighton's International Management MSc. You may also apply to extend your stay for a further semester and gain a second postgraduate qualification – Pforzheim University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA).

    USA

    La Salle University, Philadelphia

    La Salle is a private university located 6 miles from the centre of the historical city of Philadelphia, America’s 5th largest city about 2 hours by train from New York and Washington DC. The Business School is highly ranked in the USA and accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

    After studying at La Salle University for one semester you will be awarded Brighton's International Management MSc. You may also apply to extend your stay for a further semester and gain a second postgraduate qualification – La Salle University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA).

    Grand Valley State University, Michigan

    Grand Valley State University is a major public university located in Grand Rapids, Michigan’s second largest city. Your classes will be taught at the modern Pew campus located in the city centre. The city is famous for its furniture manufacturing and for heath care related industries. Grand Rapids is located about 45 minutes drive from the beaches of Lake Michigan and about 3 hours by train or car from Chicago. Studies at Grand Valley will offer insight into Middle American culture and management.

    On completion of one semester of study at Grand Valley State University you will be awarded Brighton's International Management MSc.

    California State University, Los Angeles

    California State University (CSUN) is a public university, part of the California State University system. It is located in the community of Northridge within the city of Los Angeles. CSUN is located on a modern, beautifully landscaped campus with excellent facilities for its 34,000 students. Los Angeles is one of the largest and most multi-cultural cities in the USA. The campus is a short drive to Hollywood and to the famous sandy beaches of Santa Monica Bay.

    On completion of one semester of study at CSUN you will be awarded Brighton's International Management MSc.

    University of California, Berkeley

    The University of California at Berkeley is one of the most famous universities in the world. It is the oldest of the ten campuses of the University of California, established in 1868. Berkeley has a distinguished reputation as a research university, having 66 Nobel prizes awarded to its faculty, alumni and researchers. The beautiful Berkeley campus is located a short distance by public transportation from San Francisco, one of the most attractive cities in the USA.  

    Brighton students have an opportunity to sample the Berkeley experience by attending summer school courses. On completion of the summer school you will be awarded Brighton's International Management MSc.

    Research project

    The research project offers the opportunity for studies that reflect your interests and career goals. Research projects are supervised by highly experienced applied management specialists. Recent topics include:

    • Study of children’s clothing industry in France
    • Pursuit of customer satisfaction through TQM: a case study of Ghana
    • Entry of foreign beer companies into the Chinese market
    • Job satisfaction in Slovenia and the UK
    • Barriers to market entry for small and medium sized businesses
    • Women entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia
    • Leadership and management of international not-for-profit organisations
    • Privatisation and marketisation of a Libyan telecoms company
    • International market entry and expansion: a case study of the construction industry in Brazil.
       

    Work experience-based research project

    As an alternative to the desk-based research project you can apply for a work placement. During your placement you will gain practical experience of working in industry, earn a salary and undertake a work-based project.

    Work experience normally starts at the end of the taught masters between July and September and lasts between 4 and 6 months, depending on the nature of the placement.

    The Business School's placements team will help you find a work placement and advise on writing your CV, filling out application forms and interview techniques. A personal academic supervisor will be allocated to support you in developing your research project. When possible the supervisor will visit you at your place of employment.

    Why Brighton Business School?

    The University of Brighton has been offering postgraduate courses in management since 1970 and MBA courses since 1986. We have a postgraduate community of around 600 students from a diverse range of backgrounds whose learning experience is enriched by the high quality of our research.

    The latest Research Assessment Exercise (2008) ranked us in the top 15 UK business schools in terms of world-leading research outputs. Our postgraduate programmes reflect the research that is being undertaken.

    Our equipment includes lecture theatres equipped with the latest audio-visual equipment and over 100 hot desks with high-speed internet access. Once at the university you will have access to a range of services including a modern library, comprehensive careers and personal support, and opportunities to volunteer or take part in sport.

    Student support

    Relationships between tutors and students are professional and supportive. Class sizes are small enough for there to be a personal and friendly atmosphere where staff know students by name and can closely monitor their progress.

    Your learning experience will be supported by:

    • an induction programme which supports the transition to masters studies
    • learning in a small, supportive groups with students from different countries
    • training in applied management research methods
    • research projects supervised by highly experienced specialists.
       

    Support for international students

    We provide high-quality support for students from outside the UK to help you:

    • get your student visa
    • settle in when you first arrive
    • succeed in your academic studies
    • prepare for a successful career
       

    More about our support for international students

    Your level of English

    In order to benefit from, contribute to and enjoy the course, a good command of spoken and written English language is required. If English is not your first language, you will need English language proficiency equivalent to an overall IELTS score of at least 6.5, with 6 in the written test.

    However, we provide a number of ways to improve your English before you start your course and free English language support you while you are studying.

    Meeting entry requirements

    We can help you meet our academic entry requirements if your qualifications are not the correct level to study at university in the UK. The preparation courses at the University of Brighton’s International College have been specially designed to help international students to progress to a postgraduate degree course at the university.

    More about our university preparation courses

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+44 (0)1273 642197
Email postgrad.business@brighton.ac.uk

International students:
+44 (0)207 250 6749
international@brighton.ac.uk

 

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