MSc International Business and Entrepreneurship - De Montfort University
MSc International Business and Entrepreneurship - De Montfort University
Overview
International Business and Entrepreneurship programme at DMU offers in-depth knowledge of major functions, and key topics within business and entrepreneurship. The programme equips students with academically relevant knowledge and practical skills that are necessary to succeed in the uncertain, increasingly globalised world of international business and enhance employability.
Throughout this course, you will learn how to critically examine international businesses, analyse why and how firms go international, as well as create successful international expansion plans for a variety of organisations. You will also get the opportunity to consider social responsibility of managers and alternative perspectives on management. These include the critical application of classical and contemporary theory to the advancement of management practice and how organizations can manage people internationally.
Key features
• You’ll have the opportunity to gain international and volunteering experience, which could add an extra dimension to your studies and enhance your employability, through our DMU Local and DMU Global programmes.
• Take advantage of access to the Innovation Centre and its free informative events, business surgeries and networking sessions for all entrepreneurial students interested in innovation or wanting to start their own business.
• The diverse nature of the staff and student cohort means you will experience and benefit from a truly international learning environment allowing you to identify new opportunities in a range of contexts.
Course Module
Semester 1 : May - Aug 2024 @ RSU (RSU Tower - Sukhumvit 31)
• International Business Management in Digital Era
• Global Management and Organizational Behavior
• Digital Entrepreneurial Finance
• International Business Strategic Management
• Research in Action (Non-credit)
Semester 2 : Jan - May 2025 @ DMU
• Critical Management and Organisation Studies
• Entrepreneurship and Strategic Decision Making in Global Contexts
Semester 3 : Jun - Sep 2025 @ DMU
Choose one of the following:
• Dissertation
OR
• Consulting Project
**Please Note : some modules may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
Careers / Further study
This innovative one year MSc will help graduates wishing to start their own business develop entrepreneurial skills for large businesses, or pursue a career in management or SME development within an international business environment.
You will be encouraged to take part in the Campus Enterprise Opportunities Business Venture Competition, the perfect opportunity for any DMU student, staff member or graduate to turn a business idea into reality.
Accommodation
The Student Accommodation (Halls of Residence)
● DMU-owned/managed halls: Single bed with shared bathroom starts from £99 - £110/week (approx. 41– 43 weeks)
*International students (Non-Thai students) will be added THB 25,000
** A student will need a minimum of £1,023 per month to cover basic living expenses.
** International students are allowed to work up to 20 hours a week during term time and full-time working during vacations.
Admission Calendar
• Application deadline
28 Apr 2024
• 1st Instalment Due Date
28 Apr 2024
• Interview Entrance Examination
11 May 2024
• Entrance Result
12 May 2024
• Instruction Begins
29 May 2024
English Language Requirements
If English is not your first language you will need to be able to show you have the required level of English language.
The course requirements with IELTS or BACIET overall score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 or higher in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking).