You can choose to start this course in September or January. Course durations may vary slightly and you can contact us for more information. Course content and modules remain the same.
You can choose to start this course in September or January. Course durations may vary slightly and you can contact us for more information. Course content and modules remain the same.
You’ll take an interdisciplinary approach, developing as a well-rounded leader and future-proofing your business career.
You'll explore the theory of global political economy, international business, sustainable finance, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks, and lifecycle assessment, and get hands-on experience by applying them to real-world challenges.
Alongside these highly sought-after competencies, you'll develop key business skills such as problem-solving, decision-making, risk management, and ethical leadership.
Why ARU?
Evaluate international trade and business challenges and issues
Explore the role of sustainability across a range of business functions
Gain skills and experience in problem-solving, decision-making, risk management, and ethical leadership
Enhance your employability with our optional Professional Experience year
Whether you aspire to lead multinational corporations, drive organisational change, or launch your own purpose-driven entrepreneurial venture, our Masters equips you to make a meaningful impact in the global marketplace.
You might find yourself working for a corporation, consulting firm, non-governmental organisation or sustainability-focused start-up.
You’ll be comfortable in sustainability assessment, critical analysis, strategic decision-making, report writing, effective communication, and teamwork, preparing you for roles such as:
sustainability consultant
ESG analyst
corporate responsibility manager
international business strategist
sustainable finance advisor.
You could also set up your own business. With our start-up hub and annual business competition, if you’ve got a great idea, you don’t even need to wait for graduation to make it happen.
We want you to be a step ahead when you graduate, so we offer:
We’re here to help you develop your CV and find that all-important role after graduation. Our Employability Service offers tailored career appointments, advice on writing your CV, help to complete job applications, and much more. You’ll have 24/7 access to an online Careers Centre too, which is packed with useful resources.
The support continues after you graduate, with lifelong access to our Alumni Career Centre.
You’ll study core modules that cover international business strategy and management, learn about responsible investing and green finance, how to address sustainability through innovative business practices and incorporate sustainable thinking into your business models.
Get hands-on working with a team conducting a sustainability analysis, building your planning, project management and teamwork skills. You’ll learn to apply sustainable frameworks in your analyses, report on issues and recommend solutions for challenges.
You’ll also conduct your own research in your major project. Choose to study from a range of optional business modules.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
You can choose to study with us over two years (full-time), and take Professional Experience modules in Year 2, with a Preparation for Professional Experience module in Year 1. You'll complete your Postgraduate Major Project in Year 2.
Professional Experience modules are a great way to learn more about an industry. They take place in Year 2 of your course, with each module lasting approximately 12 weeks (or one trimester).
You can choose which modules to take. Options include project work on campus, and industry placements. Our Placements Team is here to help you secure a placement.
We place a strong emphasis on practical and professional skills. You’ll be assessed on group presentations, reports, your dissertation or work-based portfolio, and the application of digital skills.
Facilities
Enjoy a range of facilities designed to support your studies and career development.
These include extensive library and IT resources, and careers support through our Employability Service. After you graduate, you’ll have lifelong access to our Alumni Career Centre.
You can also access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course; please email [email protected] for further information. Applicants to undergraduate courses can also check our information about undergraduate entry qualifications.
You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.
See entry requirements for the MA or MSc
We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications.
Check the section 'English language requirements' for IELTS requirements.
Fees and funding
£11,700UK students starting 2026/27 (full-time, per year)
Fees are payable upfront, in full or in instalments, but there's no need to pay until you've accepted an offer to study with us. Find out more about paying your fees and about postgraduate loans and funding.
£11,700UK students starting 2026/27 (full-time, per year)
Fees are payable upfront, in full or in instalments, but there's no need to pay until you've accepted an offer to study with us. Find out more about paying your fees and about postgraduate loans and funding.
£19,500International students starting 2026/27 (full-time, per year)
You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter
