Business - International Business with Data Analytics

Conversion Course

Are you looking to pivot your career or expand your expertise? This programme provides the perfect opportunity to transfer your skills to a different sector with no need to have a background in the subject area.



Overview

Combining international business knowledge with data analytics, this course will prepare you with the strategic focus to get ahead in your career.



Summary

The MSc International Business with Data Analytics (MScIB-DA) is an interdisciplinary programme bringing together the fundamentals of international business with an in-depth grounding in data analytics. The curriculum will provide students with the core knowledge of all aspects international business as well as how data is used to solve real business problem. You will develop a unique set of research skills allowing them to prepare, analyse and use data providing deeper and meaningful insights focusing on key international business issues.



The MScIB-DA and is designed for future leaders, managers, consultants and entrepreneurs and their role as global citizens. Our experienced teaching team at Ulster University Magee campus will encourage and support you to develop and experience a wide range of learning, research and personal development to develop you professionally. The programme will also provide you with the opportunity to conceive, design and implement satisfactorily a substantial research project within the broad subject area of international business.



The MScIB-DA is offered full-time and part-time basis at the Magee campus and Distance Learning, and as such it attracts a variety of students with different educational needs: graduates from all disciplines wishing to pursue a career in international business, professionals and business practitioners, wishing to upskill, improve career options and develop expertise in a rapidly developing and constantly evolving global business environment. We are proud that the MScIB-DA attracts international students keen to pursue careers in this field.



This course is offered across a number of delivery modes to suit your needs:

Full-time Campus based (Derry-Londonderry)

Part-time Campus based (Derry-Londonderry)

Full-time Distance Learning

Part-time Distance Learning



About

This programme is designed to provide a coherent academic progression for students who will explore the overall environment in which international business takes place using data to form more focused and deeper level of understanding. Core management techniques are analysed using data from varying perspectives to understand their application on an international scale.



The unique selling point of this programme is the richness that evident from the diverse student base which progresses through this programme of study. Sharing experiences from varied cultural, economic and employment backgrounds is invaluable.

F/T Programme

Year One

Semester 1

BMG705 Global Business in Context (15 credits*)

BMG704 International Finance (15*)

MKT744 Global Marketing and Sales Development (15*)

BMG814 The Digital landscape (15*)



Semester 2

BMG880 Data Analytics for International Business (15*)

BMG936 International Entrepreneurship (15*)

BMG871 International Business Research Skills (15*)

BMG872 Global Strategy Development and Implementation (15*)



Semester 3

BMG847 Dissertation 60 credits or BMG858 International Business Project 60 credits



P/T Programme

Year One

Semester 1

BMG705 Global Business in Context (15 credits*)

BMG704 International Finance (15*)



Semester 2

BMG880 Data Analytics for International Business (15*)

BMG936 International Entrepreneurship (15*)



Year Two

Semester 1

MKT744 Global Marketing and Sales Development (15*)

BMG814 The Digital landscape (15*)



Semester 2

BMG827 International Business Research Skills (15*)

BMG815 Global Strategy Development and Implementation (15*)



Semester 3

BMG847 Dissertation 60 credits or BMG858 Applied Research Project 60 credits

Applicants must:

(a) have gained



(i) a second class honours degree or better from a university of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or from a recognised national awarding body or from an institution or another country which has been recognised as being of an equivalent standard, or



an equivalent standard (normally 50%) in a Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma or an approved alternative qualification;



and,



(b) provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent); the minimum English language requirements for non-native English speakers, are IELTS 6.0 (with no contributing band at less than 5.5).



or, as an alternative to (a) (i) or (a) (ii) and/or (b):



(c) in exceptional circumstances, where an individual has substantial and significant experiential learning, a portfolio of written evidence demonstrating the meeting of graduate qualities (including subject-specific outcomes, as determined by the Course Committee) may be considered as an alternative entrance route. Evidence used to demonstrate graduate qualities may not be used for exemption against modules within the programme.



English Language Requirements

English language requirements for international applicants

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement



Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.

Attendance

All modules are delivered over the semester in two 'in six week block block formats'. Students complete two four taught modules each semester.



The part-time MSc is completed in 2-3 years. Full-time participants can also exit with a PgCert after successful completion of one semester (four modules) or alternatively exit with a PgDip after successful completion of two semesters (eight modules).

Start Date: September 2025 & January 2026.

Career options

Student and employer needs are reflected in the development of this programme and evidenced in the career destinations and further development of our graduates. The nature of the provision is such that it equips individuals for employment in a wide range of international roles within the public and private sectors and a significant number of graduates are successful in gaining promotion in their chosen fields or alter their career paths following completion of their programme of study.



A sample of graduate employers includes:

Marriott Hotel Group

PWC

KPMG (Germany)

Deloitte

Laterooms.com

Halfords

Smile Communications

The European Space Agency

NI Civil Service

O Neills International Sports Ltd

First Derivatives PLC



A number of graduates from these programmes have also undertaken their doctoral studies, both within Ulster University and beyond.