The International MBA at Podar World College is offered through the University of Wolverhampton — a one-year, full-time postgraduate programme designed for graduates and professionals who want to accelerate their management careers in an international context. This is not a conventional MBA. It is a focused, applied programme that develops strategic thinking, global marketing capability, operational leadership, and international HR understanding — delivering everything a modern business leader needs in a single intensive year.
Programme Overview
The IMBA is structured around five core modules that together cover the full spectrum of senior management responsibility: financial decision-making, global marketing strategy, operations management, international HR, and a year-long independent research project. The curriculum is built for immediate career impact — every module is designed to develop skills that translate directly into better performance as a manager and leader.
What makes this programme distinctive at PWC is the combination of rigorous academic content, faculty with real industry experience, guest lectures by industry experts, and dedicated placement support through PWC's Career Services team. Students also gain access to the University of Wolverhampton's 24/7 online library and the CANVAS virtual learning platform — ensuring they have the resources to go deep on every subject.
The IMBA is awarded by the University of Wolverhampton — a UK institution with over 180 years of educational heritage. Upon successful completion, graduates hold an internationally recognised postgraduate management qualification that opens doors to senior roles across industries and borders.
What You Will Learn
The IMBA is structured around five core modules covering the full spectrum of senior management.
Core Postgraduate Modules
Code
Module
What you will learn
7AC009
Financial Decision Making (30 credits)
Covers financial reporting, budgeting, sources of finance, and accounting information systems — enabling managers to make well-informed decisions based on financial data and analysis.
7BU027
Strategic Global Marketing (30 credits)
Develops global marketing strategy — international market entry, supply chain, social networking, e-marketing, consumer behaviour across cultures, and the global marketing mix.
7BU032
Strategic Operations Management (30 credits)
Examines operations management concepts, strategic planning, innovation and entrepreneurship in new ventures, and creative approaches to achieving organisational objectives.
7BU034
Contemporary Issues in HR — International Perspective (30 credits)
Studies people management in an international context — globalisation, employment cycles, human rights, diversity, CSR, and contemporary HR issues for international organisations.
7MG001 / 7BU021
Independent Business Analysis Project / The Masters Professional Project (60 credits)
Year-long dissertation or professional business project — students conduct independent research or produce a business artefact (business plan, policy, marketing plan, or consultancy project) at an advanced level.
Disclaimer
The list includes a combination of certain compulsory and optional subjects (not limited to) offered under the degree. The University of Wolverhampton reviews curriculum yearly — subject to university validation and any updates.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International MBA (IMBA) are prepared for a wide range of careers across business, management, and leadership:
Senior management and executive roles across industries
Strategy and management consulting
International business development and operations
Global marketing and brand leadership
Human resource management — international context
Entrepreneurship and business leadership
Career acceleration for mid-level professionals
Frequently Asked Questions
The IMBA is designed for graduates who hold a first or second class undergraduate degree from a UK university or equivalent, and for working professionals who want to accelerate their management career. It is particularly suited to students who want an internationally focused MBA in a shorter timeframe and at a fraction of the cost of studying in the UK.
A first or second class undergraduate degree from a UK university or equivalent is required. English language proficiency — IELTS overall score of 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each category) or equivalent — is also required. Admissions may be considered by the University of Wolverhampton on a case-by-case basis.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the one-year full-time programme, the degree is awarded by the University of Wolverhampton, UK — an internationally recognised postgraduate qualification.
Total programme fee is Rs. 6,00,000/- (including GST), payable in two equal installments of Rs. 2,95,000/- each, plus a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 10,000/-. Fees are subject to change — confirm the current fee structure with the PWC admissions team.
Yes. PWC's Career Services team supports IMBA students with internship preparation, placement connections, and career guidance. The placement cell is a core part of the college, and IMBA students benefit from the same industry network and employer connections as undergraduate students.
