PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
- Degree: Master of Business (awarded by British University Vietnam) – with optional Double Degree: MSc International Business Management (awarded by Manchester Metropolitan University)
- Duration: 1 year (full-time)
The programme is subject to validation.
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Global Business Expertise
The programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to manage organisations in an increasingly interconnected global economy, addressing the challenges of internationalisation and cross-border operations.
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Cross-Cultural Leadership
You will learn how to manage and motivate people from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, developing inclusive leadership and effective communication skills for the global workplace.
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Comprehensive International Perspective
The curriculum explores the economic, political, regulatory, and social dimensions that shape international business, preparing you to navigate complex global markets with confidence.
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Practical and Research-Led Learning
Guided by research-active academics and industry practitioners, you will apply theory to real-world international business contexts, strengthening your analytical and decision-making abilities.
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Career Advancement
The programme provides the foundation for careers in multinational corporations, international consultancies, government agencies, and NGOs, while also supporting entrepreneurial ambitions in global markets.
The programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to manage organisations in an increasingly interconnected global economy, addressing the challenges of internationalisation and cross-border operations.
You will learn how to manage and motivate people from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, developing inclusive leadership and effective communication skills for the global workplace.
The curriculum explores the economic, political, regulatory, and social dimensions that shape international business, preparing you to navigate complex global markets with confidence.
Guided by research-active academics and industry practitioners, you will apply theory to real-world international business contexts, strengthening your analytical and decision-making abilities.
The programme provides the foundation for careers in multinational corporations, international consultancies, government agencies, and NGOs, while also supporting entrepreneurial ambitions in global markets.
Course structure 
1-year programme
1-year programme
Theories of International Business
Development Finance
Global Corporate Power in the International Economy
International Strategic Management
Business Analytics
Portfolio and Project Management in Organisations
International Business and Emerging Markets
Research Methods
Dissertation
Employability
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International Business Development Manager
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Global Strategy Consultant
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International Trade Specialist
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Market Entry Analyst
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Corporate Strategy Associate
- International Finance Analyst
- Risk Management Consultant
- Development Finance Specialist
- Corporate Banking Officer
- Investment Research Associate
- Business Data Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Policy and Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- International Economics Analyst
- Research Consultant (Global Markets)
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Global Project Manager
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Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
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International Procurement Specialist
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Trade Compliance Officer
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Operations Strategy Analyst
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International HR Manager
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Cross-Cultural Training and Development Manager
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Talent Acquisition Specialist (Global)
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Diversity & Inclusion Consultant
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Global Mobility Advisor
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International Business Development Manager
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Global Strategy Consultant
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International Trade Specialist
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Market Entry Analyst
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Corporate Strategy Associate
- International Finance Analyst
- Risk Management Consultant
- Development Finance Specialist
- Corporate Banking Officer
- Investment Research Associate
- Business Data Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Policy and Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- International Economics Analyst
- Research Consultant (Global Markets)
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Global Project Manager
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Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
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International Procurement Specialist
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Trade Compliance Officer
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Operations Strategy Analyst
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International HR Manager
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Cross-Cultural Training and Development Manager
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Talent Acquisition Specialist (Global)
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Diversity & Inclusion Consultant
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Global Mobility Advisor
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Requirements for the BUV Award:
- Academic requirement: Vietnamese or Foreign citizens who have graduated from university with a Bachelor / undergraduate degree, equivalent to at least a UK honours degree at 2:2.
- Language requirement (One of the following):
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IELTS 6.5 (No band below 6.0) or equivalent
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Pass BUV English for Academic Purpose 4 (EAP4)
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Studied in English for at least 2 years with entry requirements of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent or higher
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Pass the English admission interview
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Requirements for the Manchester Metropolitan University Award:
- Academic requirement: Vietnamese or Foreign citizens who have graduated from university with a Bachelor / undergraduate degree, equivalent to at least a UK honours degree at 2:2.
- Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0.
Fees and financial aid
Financial aid
The British University Vietnam (BUV) scholarship fund was established in 2018 with the goal of giving students the opportunity to study UK undergraduate and graduate programmes in an international learning environment. With an aim to improve and increase accessibility to high-quality education, BUV has officially launched the fund valued at 150 billion VND in 2025 with hundreds of scholarships and financial aid made available.
You can visit our Scholarship page to find out more and check your eligibility.
