International Business MBus top-up
Course Code
UCAS Code: N121
FBLU068
Location
Coventry University (Coventry)
Study mode
Full-time
Duration
4 semesters full-time
Start date
September 2022
Course overview
Study level: Top-up Courses
With a focus on leading change, and managing relationships across multiple global stakeholders, this course should equip you with the skills needed to become a successful business professional.
- Taught over four semesters, the course is split into two distinct, but interrelated stages, with semesters one and two offering the opportunity to learn a broad set of skills that are applicable to the global market, touching upon project management, leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
- Across all modules, real life examples are used, to help you bridge the gap between theory and practice – and which may touch on major international issues such as Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, or trade disputes between the US and China.
- As well as key topics related to international business, the course also looks to emphasise the importance of the political, economic, cultural and social aspects of international business, and how an understanding of these aspects is crucial to business success.

Global Ready
An international outlook, with global opportunities
Teaching excellence
Taught by lecturers who are experts in their field
Employability
Career ready graduates, with the skills to succeedWhy you should study this course
If you have already completed two years of undergraduate business study, this course gives you the opportunity to gain a master’s qualification within four semesters of continuous full-time study. As Coventry University operates three semesters a year for postgraduate courses, this means you can secure a master’s qualification within 18 months, upon successful completion.
- Alongside covering key topics of importance to international business, the course could also give you the opportunity to attend international trips*, work with Coventry University’s Talent Team, and have sessions in our Business Simulation Suite, which allows you to bridge the gap between theory and practice through simulation and role-play.
- With a multicultural learning experience, you’ll be studying alongside staff and students from a range of nationalities. You’ll be taught by experienced staff, who have worked as directors and consultants for many large multinational companies not only in the United Kingdom but also abroad (please note staff may be subject to change).
Memberships
Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS)
Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the Chartered Association of Business Schools, which has a membership of over 120 business schools and higher education providers, and supports its members in maintaining world-class standards of teaching and research.
European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)
Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the European Foundation for Management Development, a global membership organisation dedicated to management development, covering over 900 members across 91 countries.
Coventry Business School is recognised by the above memberships for the 2022/23 intake. There is currently no intention for either of these memberships to lapse however if either of these memberships were not to be renewed we would notify applicants and students as soon as possible.
What you'll study
International business now touches the lives of pretty much everyone across the globe; it is therefore important for anyone working in business to understand the events, trends and forces that play a vital role in shaping commercial success or failure.
Taught over four semesters, the course is split into two distinct, but interrelated stages, with semesters one and two offering the opportunity to learn a broad set of skills that are applicable to the global market, touching upon project management, leadership and entrepreneurial skills. Semesters three and four then deepen your knowledge in certain specialist areas, such as performance management, and understanding emerging regions.
As well as key topics related to international business, the course also looks to emphasise the importance of the political, economic, cultural and social aspects of international business, and how an understanding of these aspects is crucial to business success. To succeed in international business, an ability to apply theory to different situations, in different countries or regions, is a key asset, and something that should be developed while studying this course.
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
This course is studied full time over four consecutive semesters, meaning the entire course is typically 18 months long. To study the course, you must previously have completed two years of undergraduate business study.
Coventry Business School also offers the option to top-up previous undergraduate business study to a bachelor’s degree through our International Business BA (Hons) Top-Up course. The underlying focus and aim is on developing international business skill sets and inter-cultural perception so that you can think strategically and understand the challenges facing businesses in our modern global economy. Throughout all teaching and learning methods, such as lectures, workshops and seminars, real life case studies are used, as well as opportunities to practically apply learnt theory. These sessions may be delivered through a combination of face-to-face teaching and online classes and tutorials.
Assessment
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will could vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods could include formal examinations, coursework, written project work, presentations, poster display, seminar papers, written reports, case studies and group work.
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards the achieving the intended learning outcomes. Assessments may include exams, individual assignments or group work elements.
Job ready
The business world is increasingly internationally-focused and this course aims to help to prepare you for potential future career options in a range of multinational organisations, businesses, management consultancies and government organisations.
You’ll have the opportunity to develop intellectual and professional skills needed for performing strategic analysis, choosing strategies and executing these strategies with desired results, the chance to enhance your cross-cultural awareness and competence, interpersonal, communicative and collaborative-working skills, all relevant to employers and of great value when seeking potential future employment.
International experience opportunities
This course is international in nature, and draws on business practice and real-life case studies from all over the world. You could be taught by international business leaders from across the world, who are invited as guest lecturers on modules to share their knowledge and experience (subject to availability). Furthermore, the international experience of the course team means you should have the opportunity to benefit from the experience of lecturers on business operations from numerous territories across the world.
There is also the opportunity to attend field trips, at a school or university level, to multinational organisations within a range of sectors and industries*. Previous visits within the school have included a visit to Jaguar Land Rover and Manchester United in the UK as well as visits to New York in the United States; Berlin, Germany and Paris, France among others.
You may also be able to collaborate with students from other international universities on Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects, which can see you further develop insights into the way business is conducted in different countries.
Entry requirements
Tuition Fees
2022/23 Tuition Fees.
Student | Full time | Part time |
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UK | 2022/23 fees TBC* 2021/22 fees - £9,250 (per two semesters) per year |
Not available |
International | 2022/23 fees TBC* 2021/22 fees - £15,000 (per two semesters) per year |
Not available |
For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate 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. Find out what's included in your tuition costs.
Facilities

Business Simulation Suite
You can use the Business Simulation Suite on specific courses. It aims to provide you with some of the hands-on skills needed to succeed and stand out in business.

The Enterprise Hub
Part of Coventry University Social Enterprise, the Enterprise Hub is an incubation, collaboration and knowledge base in the heart of Coventry. It can advise and support you with new business ideas or entrepreneurial ventures.

The Talent Team
With employability at the forefront of all of our courses, you will have access to our dedicated employability service, the Talent Team, from day one.
Careers and opportunities
The business world is increasingly internationally-focused and this course aims to help to prepare you for potential future career options in a wide range of multinational organisations, businesses, management consultancies and government organisations.
This course will give you the chance to develop and hone your business skills to help build on your existing understanding of business and management, and is designed to help you understand the subject in the international context of today's corporate environment.
You will have the opportunity to develop the intellectual and professional skills needed for performing strategic analysis, choosing strategies and executing these strategies with desired results, as well as the chance to enhance your cross-cultural awareness and competence, interpersonal, communicative and collaborative-working skills, all directly relevant to employers and of great value when seeking potential future employment.
Coventry University is committed to preparing you for your potential future career options and giving you a competitive edge in the graduate job market. The university’s Talent Team provides a range of support services to help you plan and prepare for your potential future career options.
Where our graduates work
Previous graduates of our international business courses have found employment positions within generalist HR, general management, specialist pay and reward, people development and employee relations roles.
How to apply
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UK Students
Full-time students applying to start in September should apply for this course through UCAS. Part-time students should apply directly to the university. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.
If you'd like further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.
Chat with our admissions team
Complete our contact form.
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International Students
Full-time students applying to start in September should apply directly to the university. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.
How to applyFor further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International hub.
You can also download our International Guide which contains lots of useful information about our courses, accommodation, tips for travel and guidance on how to apply.
If you'd like further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.
Chat with our admissions team.
Complete our contact form.
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Disclaimer
Student Contract
By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. A copy of the 2021/22 Contract can be found here. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the university will owe to you. You should read the Contract before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the university.
Tuition fees
The tuition fee for the course that is stated on the course webpage and in the prospectus for the first year of study will apply. We will review our tuition fees each year. For UK and EU students, if Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, we may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation. Following the UK’s exit from the European Union, EU students should be aware that there may be a change to UK laws following the UK’s exit, this may change their student status, their eligibility to study part time, and/or their eligibility for student finance. We will act in accordance with the UK’s laws in force in relation to student tuition fees and finance from time to time.
For International students the tuition fee that is stated on the course webpage and in the prospectus for the first year of study will apply. We will review our tuition fees each year. For international students, we may increase fees for each subsequent year of study but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation.
Accreditations
The majority of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships shall be renewed in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the university maintaining the same high standards of course delivery.
Facilities
Facilities mentioned on this page may not be relevant for every course. Due to the ongoing restrictions relating to COVID-19, some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) and some non-academic offerings (particularly in relation to international experiences), may vary from those advertised and may have reduced availability or restrictions on their use.
Placements and study abroad opportunities
Please note that we are unable to guarantee any placement or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (e.g. travel, visas and accommodation etc.), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the requirements in this regard, please contact the International Office for further details if you are an EU or International student.
Additional costs
This course may incur additional costs associated with any field trips, placements or work experience, study abroad opportunities or any other opportunity (whether required or optional), which could include (but is not limited to), equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas).