BA (Hons) International Business Studies (Sandwich)

A deeper understanding of the issues faced by these multinational enterprises will equip you with a competitive advantage in the global employment market. You'll develop the skills necessary to operate and manage businesses across borders as well as knowledge of a wide range of global business concepts and frameworks. Your work placement within an international or multinational organisation will enable you to apply your learning to the real business world. This is a full-time course studied over four years. You’ll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials and through independent study. What you study Year 1 Principles of Economics Accounting for Business Research and Study Skills Behavioural Studies Marketing One option Year 2 Business and Management Challenges Introduction to Human Resource Management World Economy Strategic Appraisal Two options Year 3 Work-based Learning (-week placement) Year 4 Leadership in a Changing Environment Business Strategy and Sustainable Development International Business Dissertation One option Work placement There is a compulsory approved work placement in Year 3 overseas, or with an international or multinational organisation based in the UK. Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study. You can view a list of all current modules in our module catalogue.