Course Overview

The International Business BSc is a highly relevant course in todays commercial climate. It covers the fundamentals of national and international market economies and looks at the many forces that shape the operating environments of organizations worldwide. The emphasis of this degree is on the challenges created by globalization, 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. Well explore the impact of internationalization 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.

General Eligibility

• GCE A-level BBB.

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM in Business or Enterprise and Entrepreneurship.

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma DM in Business, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship or Personal and Business Finance with an A-level at grade B. (Other combinations may be considered on a case-by-case basis).

• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma D with A-levels grade BC.

• International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points. GCSE English equivalent SL 5 or HL 4 and Mathematics SL 4 or HL 4.

• Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma in Business, Business and Management or Business and Law with 45 credits at Level 3.

• T levels: Distinction overall.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS: 6.5 (min 5.5 in all areas)

  Pearson: 59 (59 in all subscores)

  BrunELT: 63% (min 55% in all areas)

  TOEFL: 90 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)