April 10, 2025, by aczht

Getting ahead of international trade wars: why now is the time to study MSc International Business by Dr Jinmin Wang

As the new US tariffs on global trade loom large, businesses around the world are bracing for a significant impact. From supply chain disruptions to rising costs and political uncertainty, the return of international trade protectionism is reshaping the international business landscape and global trade system.

For students of international business, this is more than headline news. It is a vivid, real-time case study.

At Nottingham University Business School, our MSc International Business programme instructs students in international trade theories, strategies, and tools so that they can confidently navigate these challenges when they take up their jobs after graduation.

MSc International Business programme ranked 16th place globally in the QS International Trade Rankings 2025

Ranked 16th in the world in the QS International Trade Rankings 2025: MBA and Master’s, our course equips graduates to understand and respond to the very issues dominating global headlines in international business and trade effectively, helping firms achieve success in global competition.

Business Economics and International Business Environment, two core modules in our programme, explore the causes and consequences of tariffs, quotas, subsidies, and other international trade policy tools.

These modules also provide economic models and theoretical frameworks to help students understand how businesses can adapt to international trade protectionism effectively, and how to plan for resilience in uncertain times. Dr Luciana Nicollier, module convenor, Business Economics said:

“In my Business Economics lectures, we look at how trade theories apply to real-world scenarios. Tariffs, quotas and subsidies are not just concepts – they’re tools used by governments to shape markets. Students leave with a deep understanding of how these levers impact firms, industries, and economies.”

Whether you are looking to work in multinational corporations, consultancies, government bodies, international organisations or start-ups with international ambitions, the ability to anticipate and adapt to global trade dynamics is a powerful skill to help you achieve success in your future career.

More about the MSc International Business course

Apply now for our MSc International Business and develop the strategic insight to thrive in a fast-changing global economy. Discover the International Business MSc course

In February 2025, Nottingham University Business School rose to 16th place in the world in the QS International Trade Rankings 2025 for its MSc in International Business – an increase of two places from 2024 in an increasingly competitive field.

 

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