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International Business and Management BSc

Aston University, United Kingdom

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Course Overview

This comprehensive degree programme provides a solid foundation in business management, with a particular focus on international trade, finance, and operations. Students will gain a deep understanding of the complexities of global markets and learn how to navigate the challenges of conducting business across borders. The course is designed to produce well-rounded graduates who are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in today's globalised business environment.

Additional Information

Aston University is a leading UK university for graduate employment, with a strong reputation for producing highly skilled and adaptable professionals. The university's location in Birmingham provides easy access to international trade routes and a diverse range of businesses, offering students unparalleled opportunities for practical learning and networking.

Unlock Your Full Potential at Aston University - a Leader in Business Education

Aston University offers a unique blend of academic excellence and practical relevance that sets it apart from other institutions. The university's strong industry connections and experienced faculty provide students with the perfect environment to learn, grow, and succeed in their chosen careers.

Why You Should Study This Course

Aston Business Schools International Business and Management BSc will equip you with a solid understanding of strategic management in international business. Discover how differences in culture can influence the way we do business and understand how to operate in challenging environments abroad, both through theoretical knowledge and practical experience. This degree has been developed in response to demand by alumni and our own advisory panel of international employers. It offers a core strategic management focus within an international business context. You will gain a solid foundation in your first year across a breadth of business topics before shaping your second and final years to concentrate your study on chosen specialisms.

General Eligibility

BBB standard offer BBC (with EPQ or Core maths minimum grade B) BCC (contextual offer)* IB- 31 points overall in the IB diploma with 5,5,5 at HL.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Introductory Accounting for Business Introduction to Organisational Behaviour International Perspectives in Organisations Law for Business Introduction to Marketing Management Principles of Operations Management Foundations of Business Analytics An Introduction to Business Economics

2 Year 2

International Business and Emerging Market Economies Introduction to Intercultural Communication Business, Government & Society Virtual Business Simulation Students must also select one of the following finance modules: Strategic Finance Corporate Financial Management Communications for Business modules: Language at Work Critical Reflection on Language Learning Plus a language module: French, German, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic, all at Beginners, Intermediate or Advanced Level

3 Year 3

You will spend this year in professional placement or you may choose to take up an international study opportunity at one of our partner institutions. This year is compulsory for all UK students. For International Business and Management students work placements must normally take place outside of the UK.

4 Year 4

Advanced Topics in International Business Students must select one of the following International Business modules: International Finance International Marketing International Operations You must select one of the following Integrating modules: Effective Management Consultancy 1 Effective Management Consultancy 2 Implementing Business Decisions Knowledge at Work You must also select one of the following Strategy modules: Strategic Management Strategic HRM Marketing Strategy Operations Strategy You can then select your remaining credits from the following Communication for Business modules or specialist areas: Language: French, German, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic, all at Beginners, Intermediate or Advanced Level Leadership and Management Communication Advanced Leadership and Management Communication Accounting and Finance Business Analytics Business Psychology Business Economics Information Systems Law Marketing Operations Management Sociology of Work and Business

Language Requirement

IELTS5.5
TOEFL59
PTE50
Duolingo69

IELTS Overall 6.5, 1 band at 5.5 as a minimum Other band at 6.0 and above. Financial requirement You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application. How much money you need depends on where you will be studying. You’ll need either: £1,334 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London £1,023 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses inside London If you’re applying for the Doctorate Extension Scheme, and you’ve been in the UK for less than 12 months, you need to prove you have a total of £2,668 for courses in London, or a total of £2,046 for courses outside London. If you’re boarding at a residential independent school, you’ll need to pay boarding fees instead. The amount you need to pay will be on your CAS. London means the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.

Programme Information

Course CategoryBusiness Administration and Management

Course LevelUndergraduate

Awarding BodyAston University

Campus NameAston University, Birmingham

DurationFull-time, 4 years

Available IntakeSeptember

IELTS Score5.5

Tuition FeesHome: £9,250, EU/International: £16,300

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