Aston University

Master in International Business

Birmingham, United Kingdom 1 year Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • Scholarships available for international students
  • No application fee
  • Applications currently open

About Master in International Business

Tuition fees are 36,071 USD per year; the deadline to apply for the Jan 2027 intake is Oct 31, 2026.

The Master in International Business at Aston University is a one-year program for students with a Bachelor's degree. It helps students develop skills to succeed in global business environments.

The curriculum covers subjects like global marketing, finance, and human resources. Students learn to analyze business problems, create solutions, and work in teams to achieve goals.

Graduates can pursue careers as International Marketing Managers, Business Development Managers, Global Supply Chain Managers, Export Managers, or Management Consultants in industries like manufacturing, finance, or logistics.

About Aston University

Aston University in Birmingham is a career-focused public research university with a central campus and a long tradition of linking education to industry. Founded from technical roots in 1895, Aston combines academic study with practical experience and is known for strong employability outcomes. The urban campus places students close to business, cultural and transport hubs, and a multicultural student community contributes to a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

Aston emphasises applied learning, professional placements and partnerships with employers, so many programmes integrate a placement year or live industry projects. Facilities include modern lecture spaces, specialised labs and student services that support academic success and wellbeing. Small-group teaching and strong student support ensure international students have access to language help, academic workshops and career guidance tailored to the UK labour market.

Student life blends campus convenience with Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene, offering clubs, societies and volunteer opportunities to build networks and practical skills. The university’s careers team helps with CVs, internships and graduate recruitment, while accommodation and welfare services ease the transition to study in the UK. Applicants should explore course accreditation, placement options and scholarship possibilities early, and connect with Aston’s international advisers to plan applications and arrival logistics.

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PHBS UK Excellence Scholarship

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Open · Closes Mar 31, 2027
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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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CEFR level
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Master in International Business: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Master in International Business?
Tuition: USD 36,070.52 per year. Service fee: USD 8.
What are the entry requirements for Master in International Business?
Entry requirements include: Education: Bachelor's Degree; Academic performance: Grade C-B (55%-60%, GPA 2-2.5); English: IELTS 5.5-6.0; Age: 18-35.
How long is the Master in International Business program?
The program duration is 1 year.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026-10-31.
Is Master in International Business available online?
This is an on-campus program at Aston University in Birmingham.

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