International Business Psychology  MSc

Overview

PLEASE NOTE: This course is due to start in September 2013. We will start accepting applications from October 2012. If you have any questions in the meantime, please email socscipg@city.ac.uk

This new Masters degree aims to give you the knowledge and skills you need apply psychological research and practice to international work-related challenges.

This is an advanced course aimed at people looking to advance their career and contribute to the performance and wellbeing of their organisation. The course is also open to high-calibre recent graduates.

By taking this course you will benefit from:

  • The unique combination of business, psychology and internationalisation of work. We believe this is the first postgraduate course to unpack the opportunities and challenges faced by the 21st-century global worker
  • A mix of theory and practice in which research into business psychology and organisational behaviour is underpinned by real-world exercises and projects
  • City's London location and our proximity to, and connections with, the City of London. We are minutes away from the Square Mile - London's world-famous financial district - and the headquarters of multinational organisations.

Course Fees:

  • Full-time EU: £14,000 (Provisional fee. Fees for 2013 entry will be published here nearer the time.)
  • Full-time Non EU: £14,000 (Provisional fee. Fees for 2013 entry will be published here nearer the time.)

Start Date:

16 September 2013

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

You should normally have a first or second-class degree in Psychology, Business or a related area. We also welcome applicants with substantial experience in business or looking for career advancement or change.

You should have GCSE Maths at Grade C or above (or an equivalent overseas high school qualification).

You may be required to take part in an interview. (Overseas applicants may be interviewed by telephone or Skype.)

English Requirements

If your first language is not English, you also need to provide evidence of one of the following English language qualifications:
  • IELTS: 7.0
  • TOEFL: 600

Visa Requirements

The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course at City, there are different rules for:

  • Students on courses of more than 6 months
  • Students on courses of less than 6 months
  • Students on a pre-sessional English Language course

For more information see our main Visa page.

When and Where

Start Date:
16 September 2013
Duration:
One year full-time.

Course Content

The course builds on the latest expertise in business psychology, organisational behaviour and human resource management, and draws from international theory and practice.

Course Structure

Modules

You take eight modules (all compulsory) and produce a dissertation:
  • International business psychology 1
  • International human resource management
  • Organisational development and change
  • International business psychology 2
  • Leadership and change
  • International management and development
  • Research methods 1
  • Research methods 2
  • Dissertation


 

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching

You will learn by a combination of lectures and hands-on sessions. In lectures you will be introduced to key theories and concepts in psychology and business. In the hands-on sessions you will have the opportunity to debate organisational issues of an international nature, develop important practical skills (eg. project management), analyse case studies, and make presentations of academic research.

Assessment

All modules have a variety of assessment methods to match the content of the module and support your learning experience. Assessment methods include examination, coursework, group assignments/presentations.

Aims of the course

The MSc in International Business Psychology is unique in that combines developmental, practical and theoretical objectives. These aim to:

  • provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to apply psychological approaches to work-related problems in ways that are sensitive to international business needs and cross-cultural differences
  • help you develop a critical understanding of the opportunities and challenges arising from the internationalisation of business
  • help you identify, reflect on and develop your professional strengths and development needs
  • provide you with opportunities to develop and practice leadership and professional development skills
  • enable you to develop and practice research and project management skills in international work contexts.

 

Fees

  • Full-time EU: £14,000 (Provisional fee. Fees for 2013 entry will be published here nearer the time.)
  • Full-time Non EU: £14,000 (Provisional fee. Fees for 2013 entry will be published here nearer the time.)

Funding

For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Undergraduate Fees and Finance or Postgraduate Fees and Finance.

Career Prospects

This is an advanced course that will enable you to progress to management positions which require an understanding of psychology at work and the business context internationally.

These may be managerial positions in major organisations, entrepreneurial ventures or any function requiring a critical analysis of work situations (eg. human resource management and strategic roles).

You will be encouraged to take responsibility of your learning experience and will have the opportunity to develop those aspects of your professional identity that will help you pursue the career of your choice.

 
 

Find out more about City University London

This course is due to start in September 2013. We will start accepting applications from October 2012.

If you would like us to email you when applications are open, please complete this short form.

If you have any questions in the meantime, please email socscipg@city.ac.uk.