Course Overview

Learn the advanced skills needed to thrive in international business, with a focus on digital innovation, sustainable strategies and global leadership. 

Key course content includes: 

• digital skills: gain proficiency in digital technologies and tools that improve business operations and competitiveness in the digital economy.
• financial management: explore the use of financial information to make strategic decisions that support long-term business goals and improve profitability.
• entrepreneurship: identify opportunities and digital tools for innovation and business development.
• corporate sustainability and ethics: sustainability, ethics and the impact of digital technologies like AI and circular economy.

	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 succeed

Why you should study this course

• Strategic financial insight: gain a deep understanding of how to align financial decisions with corporate strategy, enhancing your ability to contribute to high-level business planning. 
• ESG integration: learn to incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into financial practices, a highly sought-after skill in today’s business environment. 
• Sustainable growth: develop the knowledge to support sustainable growth, making you a valuable asset in organisations focused on long-term success. 
• Career advancement: equip yourself with critical skills for leadership roles in finance and corporate strategy, enhancing your career opportunities, and access start-up advice from academic staff.²
• Global perspective: experience global perspectives and engage in international collaboration through Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) in global business.²
• Gain practical experience and boost your CV with an additional professional placement or a nine-week internship. See the modules for more details.

Accreditation and professional recognition

Chartered Management Institute (CMI) This course is designed1 to include the criteria set by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) for the CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice. It is expected that students who successfully pass the Leadership, Strategy and Change module will be eligible to gain the award as an additional qualification.