Master of Science in International Business with Tourism Management

University of Bedfordshire - Luton Campus

UK,England

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 13,000/year

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CAD 0 FREE

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UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 2006

Total Students: 20,000 +

Int. Students: 2,000 +

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Main Campus Address

Vicarage St, Luton LU1 3JU, United Kingdom

Master of Science in International Business with Tourism Management

Program Overview

As the business world morphs to accommodate the dynamic economic environment of today, this course introduces non-specialists to a range of business functional areas so that you can become a knowledgeable and effective manager.

You will develop a deep understanding of organisations and their external context.  You will also learn how to manage yourself, and others, in a supportive academic environment.

The course focuses on developing an awareness of business operations in an international environment, the tourism policies governing international business and investments, finance and cultural awareness in global contexts.

There are six entry points through the year. This allows you to start when it is most suitable.

Why choose this course?

  • This course offers you the opportunity to develop a particular strength in the management of international business issues, with a particular focus on tourism.
  • You will focus on strategic areas of international business, intercultural competencies, financial management and international tourism system, all framed by the lens of developing patterns of world trade and the global tourism marketplace.
  • You will develop the skills required to adopt appropriate strategic responses to different market environments through the study of organisations.
  • You will understand the impact of contextual forces on international organisations, including the international tourism system, investment and management functions of business, corporate governance and ethical, economic and environmental change issues.
  • You will develop your knowledge of the financing of organisations including the sources, uses and management of finance and the use of accounting for managerial and financial reporting.
  • You will study the management and development of people in organisations within a cross-cultural context, the use of relevant communications within the global economy.
  • You will appreciate how cultural differences affect both buying behaviour and marketing approaches.
  • You will develop enhanced personal and interpersonal skills.  These include critical thinking, team working, problem solving, numeracy and quantitative skills, self-management and negotiation skills.
  • At the end of this course, you will have the ability to use confidently your strategic and analytical skills to solve strategic international business and management problems.