BA(Hons) International Business

Program Overview

The BA(Hons) International Business program at UWE Bristol equips students with a comprehensive understanding of international business management, preparing them for careers in diverse global environments. Accredited by EFMD, the program emphasizes global awareness, intercultural communication, and real-world skills through a combination of coursework, study abroad opportunities, and industry engagement. Graduates are well-positioned for success in multinational enterprises, governmental organizations, or entrepreneurial ventures.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Focus: Equips students with a solid understanding of international business management, with a focus on conducting business across borders.
• Accreditations: European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).
• Benefits:
• Develops global awareness and intercultural communication skills.
• Prepares graduates for work in diverse, international environments.
• Equips students with real-world skills and experience required for global success.
• Creates opportunities for engagement with a community of students and international business professionals.

Outline:

• Year 1:
• Year 2:
• Modules: Global People Management (including study year abroad preparation), Theory and Practice of International Business, Research Methods for Business, Global Management Skills, Operations and Supply Management, Accounting Information for Business, Introductory Business Research Project, Intercultural Communications.
• Year 3:
• Choice: Study abroad program or work placement internationally.
• Year 4:
• Modules:
• Compulsory: Managing Organisational Change, Integrated Business Management Simulation, Strategic Management, Multinationals in the Domestic and Global Context.
• Optional: One from a list including International Human Resource Management, Doing Business in Asia, The Economics of Developing Countries, Global Marketing Management, International Financial Management, International Business in Emerging Markets, Economic Issues in International Business, Human Resource Development and Knowledge Management, Project Management, Virtual Business, Work Integrated Learning, Cross Cultural Learning and Development.
• Final Project: One major project in the field of International Business.

Assessment:

• Methods: Coursework, examinations, essays, reports, business plans, applied research projects, portfolios, weekly notes, group and individual presentations, posters, reflection and self-evaluation.
• Focus: Assessing knowledge, application, communication, presentation, IT, numeracy, problem-solving, critical thinking, analysis, evaluation, and innovation skills.

Teaching:

• Student-focused approach: Encourages independent learning and exploration.
• Learning activities: A mix of tutor-led, student-led, online, individual, and group activities, some involving peer-to-peer learning.
• Contact time: 12 hours per week, with an equivalent amount of independent study.
• Focus: Developing practical skills, communication, IT, and analytical abilities.
• Additional opportunities: Enhancements of learning through short-term internships, paid work (Student Ambassador or Peer Assisted Learning Leader), or volunteering.

Careers:

• Possible opportunities: Multinational enterprises, governmental organizations, starting your own global company.
• Placement support: Award-winning careers service guiding students towards graduate jobs, placements, and global opportunities.

Other:

• Study abroad: Optional placement with various partner institutions globally, enhancing language skills, cross-cultural awareness, and employability.
• Work placement: Alternative to study abroad, focusing on developing contextualized learning, communication skills, and international management understanding.
• Learning facilities: Cutting-edge learning spaces such as the Bloomberg financial trading room, specialized library, and IT resources.

Full-time; Sandwich

| Fees | Amount (£) | |---|---| | Home Annual (Per Year) Fee | 9250 | | Home Full Annual Fee Following Placement Year | 9250 | | Home Module Fee (15 Credit) | 1156 | | Home Placement Year Fee | 1156 | | Home Reduced Annual Fee Following Placement Year | 8094 | | International Annual (Per Year) Fee | 15850 | | International Full Annual Fee Following Placement Year | 15850 | | International Module Fee (15 Credit) | 1981 | | International Placement Year Fee | 1981 | | International Reduced Annual Fee Following Placement Year | 13869 | | Offshore Annual (Per Year) Fee | 9250 | | Offshore Full Annual Fee Following Placement Year | 9250 | | Offshore Module Fee (15 Credit) | 1156 | | Offshore Placement Year Fee | 1156 | | Offshore Reduced Annual Fee Following Placement Year | 8094 |

Indicative Additional Costs

| Fees | Amount (£) | |---|---| | Additional Course Costs Indicative Maximum Cost Per year | 400 |