Arabic and International Business BA Honours

Program Overview

This Arabic and International Business BA Honours program combines Arabic language and culture with international business studies, focusing on the interplay of these elements in global economic, financial, and cross-cultural contexts. It emphasizes practical Arabic language skills and intercultural awareness, providing students with the knowledge and skills to navigate the internationalized business world. The program includes an optional year-long overseas placement, enhancing students' global experience and employability. Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in international business development, business consultancy, investment banking, and marketing, among other fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the internationalized business world. It combines Arabic language, culture, and international business studies, emphasizing the relationships between these elements within broader economic, financial, and cross-cultural contexts. The program focuses on practical Arabic language skills and intercultural awareness in professional settings, providing a solid understanding of international business practices. It also offers an optional year-long placement overseas in an Arabic-speaking country, enhancing students' global experience and employability.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Foundations of Accounting and Finance: This module introduces fundamental accounting and finance principles, providing a foundation for understanding financial statements and business operations.
• Global Business Environment: This module explores the global business landscape, examining factors such as globalization, international trade, and cultural differences.
• Introduction to the Study of Language and Culture: This module introduces students to the theoretical frameworks and methodologies used in language and culture studies, focusing on the relationship between language and culture.
• Objects and Meaning: The Social Life of Material Culture: This module examines the role of material culture in shaping social identities and meanings, exploring how objects communicate cultural values and beliefs.

Year 2:

• Digital Business: This module explores the impact of digital technologies on business operations, covering topics such as e-commerce, social media marketing, and data analytics.
• Expressions of Arabic Culture: This module delves deeper into the diverse expressions of Arabic culture, examining various art forms, literature, and traditions.
• International Business Practice: This module provides practical insights into international business practices, covering topics such as negotiation, cross-cultural communication, and international finance.
• International Financial Analysis: This module focuses on the analysis of financial statements and data for international businesses, equipping students with the skills to assess financial performance and risk.
• International Organisational Behaviour: This module explores the dynamics of organizational behavior in a global context, examining factors such as leadership, motivation, and team dynamics.
• Language in the Public Space: This module examines the role of language in shaping public discourse and identity, exploring how language is used in political, social, and cultural contexts.
• Understanding Culture: Arabic Studies in Focus: This module provides an in-depth exploration of specific aspects of Arabic culture, drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives from various fields.

Placement Year:

• Final Year Project: This module allows students to undertake an independent research project on a topic related to Arabic and international business, culminating in a dissertation.
• Global Marketing Management: This module explores the challenges and opportunities of marketing products and services in a globalized marketplace.
• Identities on the Move: Arabic Studies in Focus: This module examines the complexities of identity formation in the context of migration and globalization, focusing on Arabic-speaking communities.
• International Financial Management: This module provides a comprehensive overview of international financial management, covering topics such as foreign exchange, international investment, and risk management.
• Multilingualism in Society: Theory and Practice: This module explores the theoretical and practical aspects of multilingualism in society, examining its impact on communication, identity, and social cohesion.
• Sex Strike: Gender and Protest: This module examines the role of gender in social movements and protests, focusing on the use of sex strikes as a form of resistance.
• Themes in Contemporary Arabic Studies: This module explores key themes in contemporary Arabic studies, examining current issues and debates in the Arab world.

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

• E-portfolios
• Real-world simulation tasks
• Essays
• Reports
• Individual and group presentations
• Case studies
• Time-constrained in-class tests and exams

Teaching:

• The program emphasizes active learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, task-based and blended learning.
• Students have access to the latest technology and learning spaces.
• They gain hands-on experience with industry partners.
• Teaching is delivered by experienced and inspiring lecturers who encourage the development of soft skills such as communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and time-management.

Careers:

Graduates from this program have found successful employment in diverse sectors such as:

• International business development
• Business consultancy
• Investment banking
• Marketing
• Students can benefit from experiencing life, culture, and the world of work or study outside the UK through an optional year-long placement overseas.
• Previous field trip destinations have included Morocco, Hong Kong, France, Cuba, and Argentina.
• The program aims to produce graduates with the knowledge, skills, and experience to thrive in an international work environment.
• Graduates develop the linguistic resources, strategies, intercultural awareness, and flexibility essential for effective communication in professional and globalized environments.
• Increasing numbers of students progress to further study after graduation, either taking professional qualifications or proceeding to a specialist Master's degree in a relevant discipline.

• International Fees: £15,400
• When you have enrolled with us, your annual tuition fees will remain the same throughout your studies with us.
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