International Management BSc
UCAS code: N290
Overview
Programme disclaimer
Please note the course details apply to 2026 entry. Details for 2027 entry for our undergraduate courses will be published from September 2026.
The International Management BSc degree course covers a range of modules including management disciplines and specialist fields including economics, sociology, accounting, finance, marketing, HRM and organisational behaviour. You will focus on emerging economies and how to operate within them.
Your third year is spent in an international context, either studying abroad at a partner institution or undertaking a placement in an organisation in the UK or overseas.
The international aspect is provided by King’s institutes and departments with a regional expertise through modules related to ‘emerging markets’, the political economy of East and South-East Asia, economic inequalities in emerging markets and others. Languages are studied with the King’s Language Centre and can include Arabic, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and more.
Key benefits
- The interdisciplinary course offers a broad and balanced approach to the study of management providing the opportunity to specialise in areas of particular interest.
- The research-led curriculum encourages critical analysis and debate on a broad range of contemporary management issues.
- Enjoy an exciting combination of business & global affairs, and explore international markets & economics.
- The Year Abroad allows you to develop international experience by studying at a partner institution overseas or working in a global context in an organisation in the UK or overseas.
- Located in the heart of London with excellent academic, social and cultural opportunities and wide-ranging access to library and archival resources nearby.
My top priority was to study at a university that would help me thrive and encourage me to think outside the box. The opportunities presented to us at King’s are endless! Aside from the intellectual stimulation we receive, working in a supportive environment enables us to reach our full potential.
Course essentials
The International Management BSc course ensures you have good foundation skills in economics, accounting, management, social sciences and emerging markets. You are required to study a foreign language during your first year of studies, but this is made optional from your second year onwards. King’s Language Centre delivers a broad range of languages. The languages available are offered from beginner level, or can be continued from a higher level, depending on your ability in the chosen language.
Languages available may typically include:
- Arabic
- French
- German
- Mandarin
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Spanish
You will also choose to study a wide range of additional modules, enabling you to tailor your course to your own interests.
Course aims
- We help you build a strong foundation in economics, accounting, management and emerging markets. Then it’s down to you to analyse the world using what you’ve learnt.
- Our research-led curriculum encourages critical analysis and debate on a broad range of contemporary management issues.
- The Year Abroad allows you to develop international experience by studying at a partner institution overseas or working in a global context in an organisation in the UK or overseas.
- Located in the heart of London with excellent academic, social and cultural opportunities and wide-ranging access to library and archival resources nearby.
Special features
Study abroad
On this programme, you will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad, supported by the Study Abroad Tutor in your department and King’s Global Mobility Office. Together with partner organisations around the world, you will be supported in navigating your international, educational journey, developing new skills and competences and learning to apply different perspectives to your chosen discipline.
Optional year in industry
On this programme, you’ll spend your third year in a full-time year in industry or year in professional practice placement. Our Global Placements team will support you throughout your programme with advice and activities to help you discover your options, focus your placement search and take action to achieve the right placement for you.
Key Information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
A*AA
Duration:
Four years
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
14 January 2026
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Administrative bodies
Awarding body
King's College London and Affiliates
Regulating body
King's is regulated by the Office for students
Base campus
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
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