International Management

International Management at the University of the West of England offers students a comprehensive understanding of global business practices and strategic management in a multicultural environment. Designed for aspiring managers and entrepreneurs, this programme equips students with essential skills in leadership, communication, and decision-making critical for success in international markets. The course covers key areas such as international marketing, finance, human resource management, and operations, providing a well-rounded business education with a global perspective. Students will have the opportunity to explore different cultural contexts and develop cross-cultural competencies through international case studies, project work, and potential study abroad options. The curriculum emphasizes practical experience alongside academic theory, preparing graduates to navigate the complexities of international business environments. Collaboration with industry partners, guest lectures from business leaders, and internship opportunities are integral parts of the programme, ensuring students gain real-world insights and professional networks. The programme's structure allows flexibility, with options to specialise in particular areas of international management or take electives aligned with personal career goals. Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to pursue careers in multinational corporations, international consultancy, marketing agencies, or start their own global ventures. The University of the West of England's supportive learning environment, modern facilities, and dedicated academic staff foster an engaging educational experience that encourages innovation, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. Whether students aim to work locally or globally, the International Management degree provides the foundation needed to succeed in a dynamic and interconnected world.

The Postgraduate Certificate is made up of four of the seven core modules detailed below.

Core modules:

• People and Organisations in an International Context explores the challenges, tensions and issues involved in the complex relationships between people and organisations.
• Strategic Analysis allows you to become familiar with economics and strategy terminology and develop an understanding of strategic analysis and practice.
• Delivering Customer Requirements introduces you to marketing and operations management knowledge in the context of understanding customers. We'll look at how to fulfill customers' requirements in ways that give greatest value to both the customers and the organisation.
• Managing Finance develops your understanding of the principles and techniques of information management and managing finance to support decision making in a global context.
• International Management focuses on the management challenges associated with developing strategies and managing the operations of companies whose activities stretch across national boundaries.
• Globalisation focuses on the concepts, structures and dynamics of globalisation, and problems and perspectives of global capitalism.

The Postgraduate Diploma is made up of the remaining core module and two additional option modules.

Option modules*:

• Leadership
• Project Management
• Asian Management
• Global Marketing
• Digital Business Information Systems

* The availability of option modules is subject to demand.

Masters

• Dissertation: International Management - if you are going on to the full Masters, you will also write a dissertation and study the following module:
• Management Research provides you with the research training sufficient to plan, undertake and manage effectively a dissertation.

Your dissertation gives you the chance to research an area of international management which is of particular interest to you and relevant to your career or company.

Previous dissertation topics include:

• Theories and Determinants of Capital Structure. Evidence from UK Panel Data
• A Critical Analysis of the Perceptions of Employees from Kenya, Tanzania and Ghana on Corporate Social Responsibility
• Website Quality An Assessment Tool Proposal

If you have been out of higher education for a while, we provide skills sessions to help prepare you for studying again as well as sessions for non-native English speakers.