International Business *

BA (Hons)

* The following course is coming soon subject to successful validation.

The course will develop a knowledge and understanding of how business operates across national borders, and the skills to work effectively in an international business context. This is an exciting course of study, given the increasing globalisation of business and growth of international trade.

The course will include recognition of the ethno-centric nature of much of management theory and practice and embrace an understanding of business activity and communications both within different cultures and across cultures. Exposure to a second language and an analysis of other cross cultural issues are vital elements of the new course, as is the development of cultural intelligence and cross-cultural communication skills. Students will have the opportunity for overseas study trips and work placements with international companies.

Non native English speakers will benefit from a focused Business English / English as a Foreign Language stream, while all students may study at least one additional language, such as Mandarin, Arabic or Hindi or a modern European language such as French or Spanish. All students will engage in learning and experiences which will enhance their cross cultural sensitivities and capabilities.

As a business management course the programme will also seek to equip students with the core knowledge, understanding and skills in people, operational, information, technology and supply chain management as well as international marketing, finance and accounting, all within an international context. The programme will also focus on business practices in various locations, such as 'Doing Business in...' with expected options including Europe, China, USA and India.

Overview
Content
Additional information
How to apply
Fees and funding
International

Course level

Undergraduate

Modes of study

Full time

Attendance

Full-time

Location

Park Campus

Entry requirements

Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be around 260 UCAS tariff points. We welcome international applications and applications from students with work experience in international business.

Length of study

Three years. Four years with industrial placement.

Start date

September 2012

School

Northampton Business School

Course content

Year one covers the international business environment along with developing academic, professional and language skills as well as study of the core business functions and an introduction to case study methodology.

Year two focuses on international trade through study of one major region such as Europe, North America or Asia, and an international project based on a semester studying abroad.

An optional work placement is available in the third year, and all the final year will cover international business strategies and cross cultural communications.

Special course features

Study trips abroad
A variety of inter-cultural learning opportunities are available
An in-depth look at business practices in key regions of the world - Europe, Asia, Americas
An introduction to the case study methodology
Opportunity for UK students to study at an overseas University in a language where they have a suitable background
Opportunity to engage in year-long work placement in the UK

Typical modules

International Business Environment
Regional Studies
Preparation for Study Overseas
Overseas Study Project
Integrated Business Analysis
Work-based modules: Learning Through Work and Measuring Organisational Success
Global Business Development
Business Project

Assessment

A variety of assessments methods will be used - from business reports, individual and team projects and student-led seminars, essays, case study analyses and examinations. Many modules also use multi-choice tests and portfolio-style assessments.

Career opportunities

Most students will wish to seek graduate trainee posts with international businesses either in the UK or overseas.

Work placement opportunities

Students can engage in a full year's work placement in year three of the programme, turning the degree into a four year experience.

Study abroad opportunities

There will be the opportunity to study abroad.

Course progressions

Master of Business Administration (full-time) MBA

Master of Business Administration (part-time) MBA

Management MA

Master of Business Administration (distance learning) MBA

Management (International) MA

For undergraduate application information please see our how to apply page.

Current 'Home' and EU undergraduate students: Information on 2012/13 tuition fees

Fees quoted are for home and EU students commencing their course in the academic year 2012/13. Tuition fees are payable for each year of the course. The fees are subject to annual increases in subsequent academic years.