MSc Computer Science and International Business — Study Online from Los Angeles, United States

Advance your career from Los Angeles with the MSc Computer Science and International Business, delivered 100% online in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College. Unite cutting-edge computing with strategic international business insight—without pressing pause on your life, work, or ambitions.

Designed for aspiring leaders who want to think globally and build technology-driven strategies, this programme blends rigorous academic theory with practical, real-world application. Study flexibly from your current location in Los Angeles, United States and gain the knowledge, confidence, and global perspective to lead teams, shape products, and influence decisions across borders and industries.

Earn a British degree recognised worldwide

Graduate with a respected British master’s degree that signals quality, academic rigour, and international credibility. Whether you are building a career in tech, consulting, finance, or entrepreneurship, your credential will be understood and valued by employers and institutions around the globe.

This recognition can open doors to cross-border projects, multinational teams, and global career mobility. It tells hiring managers, partners, and investors that you bring a standard of excellence aligned with international expectations.

Complete 100% online in as little as 1 year

Move forward quickly. The programme is structured so you can complete your master’s in as little as 12 months, enabling you to translate learning into impact without delay. You’ll progress through focused modules that build cumulative expertise in both computer science and international business.

This accelerated pathway helps you seize opportunities when they matter most—whether you’re targeting a promotion, pivoting roles, or preparing to launch a new venture.

No fixed class times

Your schedule is yours. There are no mandatory live sessions or fixed class times, which means you can study early mornings in Santa Monica, late evenings in downtown LA, or even between meetings on set or on site. You decide when to engage with lectures, readings, and assignments.

This flexibility makes it realistic to balance study with work, family, and travel. Learn at your own pace each week while staying on track toward your degree.

Study anywhere — even offline on our mobile app

Stay productive on the move. Our mobile app lets you download study materials and lectures for offline viewing. Whether you’re commuting across Los Angeles, traveling for work, or taking a weekend getaway, your classroom goes with you.

Study from anywhere in the world with a consistent, high-quality learning experience. Your progress syncs seamlessly so you can pick up right where you left off—no matter the device or location.

Open-book assessments that mirror real-world problem solving

Instead of classical question/answer exams, you’ll engage in open-book assessments that reward critical thinking, research, and application. You’ll learn to analyze complex scenarios, draw on evidence, and craft well-reasoned solutions—the way high-stakes decisions are made in the real world.

This approach builds confidence and capability for practical problem-solving, bridging academic concepts with industry realities. It’s an assessment model that respects how professionals actually work.

Learn from faculty educated at world-renowned universities

Benefit from tutors and faculty who graduated from globally respected institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their guidance blends scholarly excellence with practical insight into industry and innovation.

You’ll gain feedback that is clear, constructive, and geared toward your professional growth—helping you elevate your thinking, sharpen your analytical skills, and make smarter, data-informed decisions.

Join a truly global classroom and alumni network

Study alongside peers from over 130 countries, sharing perspectives across sectors, cultures, and markets. Your cohort becomes a global network for ideas, partnerships, and career opportunities—during the programme and long after graduation.

Our alumni work for international organisations like Verizon, Accenture, Google, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony, IBM, Dell, GoldmanSachs, Citigroup, Chevron, JW Marriott, Hilton, The ritz, University of California Riverside, VISA, American Express, United Nations, ICRC, The World Bank.

Flexible fees — pay in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments

Invest in your future with financial flexibility. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you budget over time while you continue to work and study.

This predictable, manageable structure supports your cash flow and long-term planning—so you can focus on learning and career growth.

Why this degree matters in Los Angeles, United States

Los Angeles is a global hub for technology, media, entertainment, and design—home to Silicon Beach startups, streaming giants, game studios, and advanced content platforms. With combined expertise in computer science and international business, you can contribute to AI-powered content recommendation, real-time rendering, data-driven audience insights, cybersecurity for digital distribution, and international product launches across film, TV, gaming, and immersive media.

LA’s aerospace, space, and advanced manufacturing ecosystem—alongside logistics and port operations—offers compelling opportunities for graduates who can translate complex data into strategy. From autonomous systems and edge computing to cloud architecture and supply-chain analytics, your ability to bridge technical depth with commercial acumen can accelerate innovation and operational excellence across large enterprises and high-growth ventures.

As a crossroads for hospitality, tourism, fintech, healthcare, and sustainability initiatives, Los Angeles rewards professionals who can scale tech solutions globally while navigating diverse markets. The programme strengthens your readiness to lead cross-functional teams, monetize platforms, evaluate investments, and design scalable architectures—skills that resonate with LA’s dynamic, opportunity-rich economy.

Make your move

If you’re ready to elevate your impact—without relocating or pausing your career—this online master’s can be your next decisive step. Build a future-proof skill set that blends computational thinking with strategic business leadership and do it from Los Angeles, United States.

Request our course catalogue to explore modules, study pathways, and your next steps toward the MSc.