International Business and Politics MSc

UK

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What will I learn?

Discuss the various interpretations of capitalism, explore contemporary manifestations and understand the politics of international business from various intellectual perspectives, from neo-liberal and mainstream business studies approaches, through to more critical approaches, in this fascinating International Business and Politics MSc.

  • The only UK university to offer this course at postgraduate level
  • Dynamic modules that respond to current events such as Brexit and the US-China trade war
  • Tailor your course to your career trajectory by electing module topics in semester two
  • Enhance a range of transferable skills notably critical reading, oral and written communication
  • Organise, initiate and lead group discussions in lively seminars and debates

Facilities

At Queen Mary you will have access to a number of advanced facilities, some of which are designated exclusively to postgraduate students. These include:

  • Mile End Institute, a major discussion forum based at Queen Mary which brings together policymakers, academics and local communities to address national political challenges.
  • State-of-the-art media suite with editing software (QUBE)
  • Brand new Graduate Centre, offering purpose-built study spaces and an exclusive rooftop common room
  • Think Pod - an interactive collaboration space with presentation, recording and video conferencing facilities
  • Access to some of London’s outstanding facilities including the British Library, Senate House Library and Copac

Career paths

A masters from both the School of Politics and International Relations and the School of Business and Management offers a competitive advantage to entry into a number of professions. During your studies you'll have access to support at every stage in your degree, including one-to-one academic guidance, tailored workshops, and guest speakers who provide career insights.

Graduates of this course have gone on to work in roles such as:

  • Analysis Trade Support
  • Junior consultant
  • Underwriter
  • Insight Sales Representative
  • Associate foreign trader

Which department am I in?

School of Politics and International Relations

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£25,500.00 (US$ 32,931) per year
This is a fixed fee

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Application deadline

Expected September 2025

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Mile End

Mile End Road,

Tower Hamlets,

London,

E1 4NS, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Students need to have a 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in Politics or a related discipline. IELTS: 7.0 overall including 6.5 in Writing, and 5.5 in Reading, Listening and Speaking. TOEFL: 100 overall including 24 in Writing, 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening and 20 in Speaking.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Queen Mary University of London

Students of all backgrounds can enjoy an exceptional education, and all the culture that London has to offer, if they choose to study at Queen Mary.

  • A world-leading Russell Group university
  • An exceptionally diverse student body
  • Excellent facilities and ongoing investment
  • Has produced eight Nobel Prize winners