The International Business BSc is a highly relevant course in today’s commercial climate. It covers the fundamentals of national and international market economies and looks at the many forces that shape the operating environments of organisations worldwide.
The emphasis of this degree is on the challenges created by globalisation, challenges which are particularly relevant to multinational enterprises (MNEs) as they account for over fifty percent of global output. A deeper understanding of the commercial power of MNEs is key to understanding how and why companies expand in an increasingly competitive market.
The International Business BSc is designed for those seeking to operate within an international business setting or within companies and jobs where an understanding of international business is an asset. We’ll explore the impact of internationalisation on factors such as human resource management (HRM), entrepreneurship, and emerging markets. There will also be the opportunity to study modules on marketing, environmental sustainability, and global investment.
As well as the focus on international business, this degree will equip you with the broad business and management background and the analytical and interpersonal skills required to understand, analyse and address issues faced by today's companies. You’ll broaden your knowledge of business concepts as you work on real business issues and live case studies to develop your managerial skills.
Valuable technical skills will be developed in numerical methods, quantitative methods, and by using statistical software such as SPSS and EXCEL. This part of the course does not require A level maths or the overseas equivalent.
The course includes a module on Management Enquiry to help you adapt to university study through active learning sessions on topics such as working in groups, report writing and time management.
Our International Business BSc is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), which means you will gain exemptions from some of their professional papers if you wish to undertake further study towards being a chartered management accountant after you graduate.
You’ll also have the opportunity to take a year's paid professional work experience and be part of the team at an international company or organisation. Previous employers have included Adidas, Microsoft, British Airways, PricewaterhouseCoopers and Nissan. Occasionally students are invited back to a full-time graduate position by their placement employers so as well as offering experience, a placement can open doors. Find out more on our work placement year page
Course Details - Modules
Year 1
Introduction to Management Enquiry
Managing Information with Technology
Organisational Behaviour and Analysis
Introduction to Accounting and Financial Management
International Business Environment
Principles and Practice of Marketing
Year 2
Economics for Business and Management
Entrepreneurship and Marketing in Business
International Business in Emerging Markets
Human Resource Management and its International Dimensions
International Relations
Quantitative Methods for Business and Management
Year 3 is an optional placement year
Year 4
Core Modules
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Ventures
International Business Strategy
Issues and Controversies in International Business Studies
Optional Modules
International Marketing
Business Ethics, Environmental Sustainability and Governance
International Strategic Innovation Management
Globalisation, Trade and Investment
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
N121
Institution code:
B84
Campus Name:
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3. Access course must be in a Business related subject.
in Business/Enterprise & Entrepreneurship/Personal & Business Finance and an A level at grade B
in Business/Enterprise & Entrepreneurship/Personal & Business Finance and an A level at grade B
in Business or Enterprise and Entrepreneurship only.
in Business or Enterprise and Entrepreneurship only.
in any subject with A levels grade BB
in any subject with A levels grade BB
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
with no less than 5.5 in each subsection
Institution's Own Test
with no less than 55% in each subsection
TOEFL (iBT)
92.0
with a minimum of:
Reading - 18
Listening - 17
Speaking - 20
Writing - 17
PTE Academic
58.0
with a minimum of 51 in all subscores
Brunel University London - English Language Requirements
