MA in International Business Management – Study from Lagos, Nigeria

From the dynamic markets of Victoria Island to the innovation hubs of Yaba, Lagos is a city in motion—and so can be your career. The MA in International Business Management, delivered online in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, empowers you to master cutting-edge global business knowledge without leaving Lagos, Nigeria. You will develop robust strategic thinking, leadership, and analytical skills designed to travel with you anywhere your ambitions lead.

This programme blends academic rigour with practical, internationally applicable frameworks—from global strategy and cross-border marketing to finance, leadership, and operations—so you can confidently navigate complexity, influence stakeholders, and create value across borders. While you continue to live and work in Lagos, you will connect with a worldwide learning community, learn from expert faculty, and gain a British postgraduate award that signals credibility and ambition on the global stage.

Earn a British Degree Recognised Worldwide

A British postgraduate degree carries a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and global mobility. By completing this programme, you earn a respected qualification that communicates quality, discipline, and international perspective to employers and collaborators across continents.

Whether you are engaging with multinational partners, accelerating your leadership journey, or preparing for cross-border projects, a British credential can open doors, enhance your professional narrative, and support your long-term aspirations in international business.

100% Online—Finish in as Little as undefined

Designed for agility and momentum, the programme can be completed 100% online in as little as undefined. Progress through a carefully structured curriculum that enables you to build capabilities in strategy, leadership, finance, marketing, and operations with a pace that supports your goals and commitments.

Whether you aim to move fast or take a steadier route, you will benefit from a purpose-built online environment that helps you focus on learning outcomes and timely application, without the time and cost of relocation or campus commutes.

No Fixed Class Times—Your Schedule, Your Pace

Life in Lagos is vibrant—and busy. With no requirement to be online at specific times and dates, you can integrate study into your rhythm, whether that’s early mornings, late evenings, or weekends. Your coursework fits around client calls, team meetings, family time, and Lagos traffic.

Lectures, readings, and discussions are accessible on demand, giving you control over when and how you engage. This flexibility supports deeper learning, consistent progress, and sustained performance in both your studies and your career.

Study Anywhere—Even Offline on Our Mobile App

Traveling for work, commuting across the city, or taking a quick break between meetings? The programme’s mobile app lets you download materials and watch lectures offline, so you can learn from anywhere in the world—even when connectivity is limited.

Maintain momentum on the move: review cases, refine your assignments, and collaborate with peers from your phone or tablet. Whether you’re in Lagos, Abuja, London, or Dubai, your classroom travels with you.

Open-Book Assessments that Reflect Real Business

In international business, success isn’t about memorising answers—it’s about finding, evaluating, and applying the right insights at the right time. That’s why the programme uses open-book assessments instead of traditional question/answer exams.

You’ll be challenged to research, synthesise, analyse, and recommend, just as you would in your role. This approach rewards critical thinking, provides space for creativity, and prepares you to tackle complex, real-world decisions with confidence.

Learn from Faculty Trained at the World’s Best Universities

Guidance matters. Your tutors and faculty include professionals and scholars who have graduated from world-renowned institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis.

They bring a rich blend of academic depth and industry practice, offering constructive feedback, mentorship, and perspective. Expect conversations that challenge assumptions, sharpen your thinking, and elevate your leadership capacity.

Join a Truly Global Community

Study alongside peers from over 130 countries who bring diverse perspectives from different sectors and markets. This global classroom is a powerful space to expand your worldview, refine your communication, and build a network that can support you for years to come.

Our alumni work for international organisations and leading companies such as the United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony, reflecting the vibrant and far-reaching pathways our graduates pursue.

Flexible Payment in Up to 18 Monthly Interest-Free Instalments

Invest in your growth with flexibility. Programme fees can be spread across as many as 18 monthly, interest-free instalments, helping you plan your finances with clarity and confidence as you study.

This manageable payment structure allows you to focus on your learning, your family, and your career—without deferring your ambitions or sacrificing your momentum.

Why This Degree Matters in Lagos, Nigeria

Lagos is a strategic gateway for finance, trade, and technology in West Africa. With major banks, fintech innovators, and investment firms shaping the region’s future, the programme’s internationally applicable strategy, finance, and leadership frameworks can help you drive value in roles spanning corporate strategy, product growth, corporate development, business analytics, and client leadership across financial services and fintech.

As a global logistics and commerce hub anchored by the Apapa and Tin Can ports, Lagos thrives on supply chains, imports/exports, and regional distribution. The programme’s focus on operations, global marketing, and risk management can support careers in supply chain leadership, procurement, trade, and business development for firms operating across Africa, Europe, and Asia.

With fast-growing technology ecosystems, creative industries, and multinational footprints, Lagos offers a dynamic landscape for founders, intrapreneurs, and corporate innovators. The programme sharpens your ability to design market-entry strategies, lead cross-cultural teams, and manage transformation—capabilities that are vital in tech, FMCG, telecoms, energy, and infrastructure, as well as in consulting and international NGOs based in or working through Lagos.

Take the Next Step

Your global future can start right where you are. Advance your career, expand your network, and earn a British postgraduate degree—all while living and working in Lagos, Nigeria. Request our course catalogue to explore modules, admissions, and the learning experience in detail.