International Business Economics MSc

Study level: Postgraduate
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Develop advanced economics expertise and practical skills for impactful decision-making across government, private enterprise and the third sector, with an in-depth focus on global management, trade, sustainability and ethics.

Year of entry

2025-26

Location

Coventry University (Coventry)

Study mode

Full-time

Duration

1 year full-time

Course code

FBLT044

Start date

September 2025


Course overview

Do you want to learn and apply skills that will help you thrive in strategic roles in multinational firms, government and international organisations? If yes, then our International Business Economics MSc course is for you.

  • International trade and economic policy: gain insights into trade theories and policy analysis, shaping understanding of global business impacts.
  • Economics practices in business strategy: learn to apply economics and management principles to drive value creation and competitive advantage.
  • Governance and sustainability: explore global regulations, ethical frameworks, and corporate governance for sustainable business practices.
  • Data analysis: develop econometric skills essential for data-driven decision-making in economics, finance and business strategy.
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5 QS Stars for Teaching and Facilities

QS Stars University Ratings

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Ranked 11th Modern University in UK by the Times

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

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Ranked 8th for Overall Satisfaction in PTES

Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2024

Why you should study this course

  • Develop a deep understanding of international business markets with a curriculum focused on real-world economics principles.
  • Learn from professionals with years of industry experience and research-engagement.
  • Leverage opportunities to connect with international business and economics practitioners2.
  • Explore case studies on how businesses and governments contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable economic practices.
  • Access advanced learning facilities with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the Bloomberg Trading Floor and the EconLab4.
  • There will be opportunities for you to obtain Bloomberg Market Concept (BMC) and Environmental Social Governance (ESG) certifications at no additional cost.

What you'll study

Learn microeconomic and macroeconomic principles, and their application in business strategy and management in global markets. Use analytical frameworks for informed decision-making, effective risk management and the identification of competitive advantages.

Modules

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.


How you'll learn

Teaching and learning methods may include:

  • lectures
  • seminars
  • tutorials
  • presentations
  • group projects
  • workshops.

Teaching contact hours

As a full-time postgraduate student, you will study modules totalling 180 credits each academic year. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study. Study hours are made up of teaching contact hours, and guided and independent study.

Teaching hours

Teaching hours may vary, depending on where you are in your studies, but on average you will have between 8 and 12 teaching and learning hours each week. You will also have the opportunity to attend optional sessions including time with a Success Coach or to meet with staff for advice and feedback.

Guided and independent study

Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You will be digging deeper into topics, reviewing what you’ve learnt and completing assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments. As you progress to the end of your studies, you’ll spend more time on independent learning.

Online learning

As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods, including online tools and emerging technologies. So, some of your teaching hours and assessments may be delivered online.


Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which could vary depending on the module. Assessment methods may include:

  • reports
  • tests
  • essays
  • exams
  • practical coursework
  • assignments
  • viva
  • presentations
  • practical laboratory sessions.

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.


Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements:

An honours degree 2:2 or above in any discipline.

We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.

An honours degree 2:2 or above in any discipline.

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:


You can view our full list of country-specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page. For information regarding specific requirements, please fill in our request information form.

Visit our International hub for further advice and guidance on finding in-country agents and representatives, joining our in-country events and how to apply.

English language requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.
  • If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
  • For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.

Fees and funding

Student Full-time Part-time
UK, Ireland*, Channel Islands or Isle of Man 2025/26 fees TBC
2024/25 fees - £15,400 | £19,400 (with prof. experience)  
Not available
EU 2025/26 fees TBC
2024/25 fees - £15,400 | £19,400 (with prof. experience) per year with EU Support Bursary**
2025/26 fees TBC
2024/25 fees - £20,050 | £24,050 (with prof. experience) per year without EU Support Bursary**
Not available
International 2025/26 fees TBC
2024/25 fees - £20,050 | £24,050 (with prof. experience)  
Not available

For advice and guidance on tuition fees3 and student loans visit our Postgraduate Finance page and see the university's Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.

We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them.

The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees:

  • Any optional overseas field trips or visits: £400+ per trip.
  • Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad).

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

**EU Support Bursary

Following the UK's exit from the European Union, we are offering financial support to all eligible EU students who wish to study an undergraduate or a postgraduate degree with us full-time. This bursary will be used to offset the cost of your tuition fees to bring them in line with that of UK students. Students studying a degree with a foundation year with us are not eligible for the bursary.


Facilities

The Trading Floor allows you to get hands-on with industry-standard software. Featuring contemporary dual-screen Bloomberg terminals and LSEG Workspace, the facility adds a dynamic practical element to your course.

Our Digital Economics lab (EconLab) is designed to model decision-making, market dynamics and policy impacts to teach core principles such as resource allocation, opportunity cost, and cooperation. It houses economics games which are used in education, research and policy testing, and provides you with specialist econometrics support.

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Lanchester Library

The library is open 24/7, 364 days a year. It’s where you can access your course’s specialist Academic Liaison Librarian. It’s also home to specialist teams which can support you with your academic writing and maths and statistics questions.

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The Hub

The Hub is the centre of student life on campus. Facilities include a food court, convenience store, multi-faith centre, medical centre, hairdresser, coffee shops and the Your SU offices. It has fully licensed function spaces and a bar.

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Careers and employability

Get one-on-one career and employability guidance lasting up to 36 months after you graduate. We’ll help you find placements and graduate roles, offer CV and application checks, mentoring, skills workshops, employer events and more.

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.


Careers and opportunities

Successful graduates may seek positions such as Economic Consultant, Economic Adviser, Financial Analyst, Management Consultant, Development Economist, Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Industrial Economist, Business Development Manager, Risk Analyst, International Management Analyst, International Economics or Global Supply Chain Manager.

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • critically examine in-depth concepts and theories of economics, business and finance, and their application to real-world situations.
  • demonstrate the ability to critically explore the synergies between economics, international business and finance concerning relevant theory and practice.
  • demonstrate a critical awareness of the role and responsibility of effective corporate governance, ethical responsibility, professional accountability, civic contribution, sustainability and risk management.
  • select, apply and evaluate different methods and approaches to analysing complex economics and international business issues.
  • apply essential skills in data analysis for data-driven decision-making in an international business context.
  • critically demonstrate the ability to search for relevant literature, data and qualitative information to comprehend complex issues both systematically and creatively and demonstrate the ability to make informed judgements in the absence of complete data.
  • communicate effectively ideas and arguments in written and oral form to specialist and non-specialist audiences in an international context.
  • demonstrate the ability to use sophisticated computerised techniques including statistical and market analysis software.

How to apply

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