You will study a variety of modules across your program of study. The module details given below are subject to change and are the latest example of the curriculum available in this course of study.
International Business
A range of topics will be covered where you will understand the complexities of conducting business across borders. You'll be introduced to the environmental factors that impact international business decisions and operations and will learn about the various forms of international market entry strategies and the impact of environmental factors on Global trade, finance, and investment, the role of multinational corporations, exchange rates, exports/imports and the ethical and social responsibility implications of international business practices will be explored. Throughout the module, you'll develop critical thinking and analytical skills as you apply theoretical and practical knowledge to real-world challenges in the field of international business.
Professional Development and Leadership
This module aims to equip you with soft skills in decision-making, problem-solving, creativity, conflict resolution, and critical thinking in leadership and team roles. This is the knowledge necessary to be successful in the workplace and your career planning. Taking charge of your professional development, you'll practice and evaluate communication and collaboration methods in a variety of individual and team challenges.
Different leadership styles and their effectiveness in different business contexts will be developed and you'll learn how to communicate effectively with team members and how to inspire and motivate others.
By the end of the module, you should be able to demonstrate proficiency in leadership, teamwork, and digital skills, and be able to choose appropriate approaches and tools for your development and workplace activities.
International Management and Marketing
International Management and Marketing is an exciting and challenging field that is becoming increasingly important in today’s global business environment.
Key topics such as international management, global business strategies, marketing for international business, marketing in the global business environment, and the international marketing mix will be covered. You'll develop a theoretical and practical understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by organizations operating in the global marketplace. Cross-cultural management, global human resource management, and the importance of adapting marketing strategies to different cultural, political, economic, and legal environments will also be explored.
Business Research and Analytics
You will focus on a real-life business and management issue and present it in the form of a project proposal. Research, data analysis, communication, and networking between the client/research sponsor are all focal points of this module. Learning how to combine and balance theoretical (academic) and practical/applied business requirements will also be taught.
The project proposal preparation will include a problem definition in light of a business context/issue, potential client needs/benefits, business and research aims and objectives, a literature review, and a research methodology.
Research Project
This module extends the Business Research and Analytics module by focusing on an in-depth investigation of real-life business issues, which includes organisation-based projects, desk-based research, analytics, and presenting it in the form of a report producing recommendations for business based on original findings.
You'll build your in-depth knowledge and understanding in core subject areas depending on the area of your interest, as well as the practical application of methods and techniques relevant to your subject.