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BSc (Hons) International Management

First-hand knowledge of another culture has become increasingly valuable in business.

Add a crucial international dimension to your thinking - study abroad for a full academic year in Europe, USA, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia or New Zealand and benefit from broadened horizons and enhanced employability, independence and cultural awareness.

Course statistics

36

Partner institutions across 13 countries

80%

of students in employment or further study within 15 months (Discover Uni)

94%

of students on our international management programmes achieved a 1st or 2:1 degree in 2024

15+

Optional language study - choose from 15 different languages

World University Rankings

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6th in the UK and 23rd in the world for Accounting and Finance (QS World University Rankings 2025)

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7th in the UK and 45th in the world for Business & Management Studies (QS World University Rankings 2025)

BSc International Management / Overview

Year of entry: 2026

Degree awarded
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Duration
4 years
Typical A-level offer
AAA
Typical contextual A-level offer
ABB
Refugee/care-experienced offer
BBB
Typical International Baccalaureate offer
36 points overall with 6,6,6 at HL

Full entry requirements

How to apply

Apply through UCAS .

UCAS course code
N247
UCAS institution code
M20
Apply through UCAS
UCAS course code
N247
UCAS institution code
M20

Course overview

  • Study international management at a UK top 7 University for Business and Management Studies (QS World University Rankings 2025).
  • Spend a full academic year abroad at a top business school or university in Europe, USA, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, or New Zealand.
  • Choose from a list of over 35 diverse exchange partners to study with across four continents, many ranked in the top 100 by the Financial Times or Shanghai Jiao Tong, with all classes taught in English.
  • Build a strong foundation in core management theory during your first year, then tailor your degree in later years with flexible electives in high-demand areas such as Data Analytics, Sustainability, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Business, ESGs, and SDGs.
  • Develop a global network before graduation by taking part in networking and careers events at your exchange university and at the University of Manchester.

Open days

Join us on campus to learn more about your course, grab a chat with current students and academics, and explore our campus with its fantastic facilities.

It’s an invaluable opportunity to explore, discover, and enjoy some of the vibes that attract so many students to Manchester.

Find out more about our upcoming open days .

Not in the UK or can’t make it? Not a problem. Check out our virtual open day content .

Fees

Tuition fees for home students commencing their studies in September 2026 will be £9,790 per annum. Tuition fees for international students will be £33,100 per annum. For general information please see the undergraduate finance pages.

You will receive a  significant tuition fee discount  for the exchange year. UK students with a household income of up to £35,000 are also eligible to receive a  cash bursary  worth up to £2,000.

Students who live in England should visit  www.gov.uk/travel-grants-students-england  for information about travel grants. You may be eligible for financial support to help cover the cost of up to three return flights as well as medical insurance and travel visas.

Additional expenses

Additional costs for the year abroad may include accommodation, textbooks, insurance, visas and travel. Please visit the appropriate country website for visa costs. You may be required to provide evidence of sufficient financial support during your stay.

The University's student travel insurance policy provides cover for students undertaking study abroad. Some institutions may also require you to purchase additional compulsory health insurance.

Policy on additional costs

All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).

Scholarships/sponsorships

We know that student finance can be complicated. The links below provide further information to help guide you.

Learn more about student finance options for UK students.

Learn more about fees and finance for international students.

As an international student you may be eligible for our Global Futures Scholarships . This is open to students starting their studies in September 2026.

Contact details

School/Faculty
Alliance Manchester Business School
Telephone
+44 (0) 161 306 3095
Email
Website
https://www.alliancembs.manchester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/bsc-hons-international-management/
School/Faculty overview

Alliance Manchester Business School was established in 1965 as one of the UK's first two business schools. Today, we are the UK's largest campus-based business and management school, and 'Original Thinking Applied' is at the heart of everything we do. Find out more .

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