Business Management with a Modern Language

Business Management with a Modern Language at the University of Essex offers an innovative and comprehensive undergraduate degree that combines core business principles with the opportunity to develop fluent language skills in a modern language of your choice. This degree is designed for students who are passionate about understanding how organizations operate within a global context, and who wish to enhance their employability by gaining valuable linguistic and intercultural competencies. Throughout the course, students will explore essential areas of business such as management theory, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship, while also engaging in intensive language study, cultural immersion, and international perspectives.

The programme is structured to provide a balance between business coursework and language modules, enabling students to acquire practical skills in areas such as strategic management, human resource management, and business analysis, alongside advanced communication skills in their chosen language. Students will have opportunities to participate in study abroad exchanges, internships, or work placements, fostering a global outlook and real-world experience. The modern language options include popular choices such as French, Spanish, German, or other languages, allowing students to customize their learning journey according to their interests and career ambitions.

The university’s innovative approach emphasizes experiential learning, teamwork, and reflective practices, preparing students to adapt to diverse international environments. Graduates of this programme will be well-equipped to pursue careers in multinational corporations, international consultancy firms, government agencies, or start their own ventures, leveraging their business acumen and language skills. The programme also provides a solid foundation for postgraduate study or professional qualifications. With dedicated support from experienced academic staff and access to a vibrant, multicultural campus community, students will develop not only their business expertise and linguistic ability but also their confidence, intercultural understanding, and leadership skills. This programme offers an exciting pathway for students eager to thrive in a competitive global economy while embracing cultural diversity and communication excellence.

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 11950 Year (Non-EEA)

• English

Course Content

The special characteristics of our courses are flexibility and choice. In your first year, you usually take four or five modules that include pre-requisite(s) for your course but, in many cases, mean you can try subjects you have not come across before. If you are taking a humanities or social science, then you have the greatest choice, as most of our first-year modules do not assume any specialist knowledge.
With a small number of exceptions, if you successfully complete the first year of your BA, then you are qualified to enter the second year of that course and a range of other courses: for example, if you take economics, politics, philosophy and sociology, then you have a choice of at least nine possible single or joint honours courses at the end of your first year. This means you can change your course, providing you have taken the appropriate pre-requisites and places are available. We offer a range of optional modules in your second- and final-years and most courses allow you to undertake a final-year project, an individual piece of research on a topic that interests you.
We operate a credit framework for our awards, which is based on principles widely used across the UK university sector. Each module has a credit rating attached and our standard three-year course consists of 360 credits (120 credits in your first year, and 240 credits across your second and final years).
Please note that module information on our course finder provides a guide to course content and may be subject to review on an annual basis.

Year 1

Introduction to Accounting;
Introduction to Management;
one language option; and
one EBS option

Year 2

Organisational Behaviour;
International Business Environment;
one language option;
two management options; and
two EBS or outside options

Year 3

Year abroad

Year 4

Business Strategy;
Advanced Organisational Behaviour;
one language option;
two management options; and
two EBS or outside options

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

• A-levels: AAB-ABB
• IB: 33-32 points, including Standard Mathematics Grade 4 if not taken at the Higher Level (we consider IB certificates at the Higher Level on a case-by-case basis)
• GCSE Mathematics: C
• GCSE English: C
• One language must be taken as the major language. If French or Portuguese is taken as the major language, you will need to have A-level French or Portuguese/Spanish (or equivalent). German, Italian, and Spanish may be studied from scratch.
• If you are interested in studying a language for which you consider yourself to be a native speaker, please contact our Undergraduate Admissions Office.
• BTEC qualifications, in relevant disciplines, will be considered on an individual basis, depending on the units studied. The standard required is generally at Distinction level.
• Achievement of the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 6 level three credits at distinction and the remainder at merit (or above).

English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall with minimum 5.5 in each component (or equivalent). Different requirements apply for second year entry.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Essex.

Funding

For up-to-date information on funding opportunities at Essex, please visit: www.essex.ac.uk/studentfinance.

The Business Management with a Modern Language program at the University of Essex is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of business principles while developing proficiency in a modern foreign language. This integrated course combines core business modules such as marketing, finance, human resources, and strategic management with language studies, enabling students to communicate effectively in a global business environment. Throughout the program, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture and language of their choice, which includes options like French, Spanish, German, or other languages offered by the university. The course often includes placements or study periods abroad, allowing students to gain practical experience and cultural insights that are vital in today's interconnected world.

The program emphasizes the development of key skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, cross-cultural communication, and teamwork. It aims to prepare graduates for careers in international business, consultancy, marketing, or management roles where language skills are advantageous. Students learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, group projects, and case studies, ensuring they can apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios. The university's strong industry links facilitate internships and employment opportunities, enhancing employability upon graduation. Students also benefit from the university’s research-led teaching, which keeps course content current and relevant.

Research opportunities are available for those wishing to explore academic interests further, and the program encourages participation in extracurricular activities such as business competitions, language clubs, and international events. The program's duration is typically four years for students choosing a language with a placement year, or three years for those studying a language intensively within their degree without a year abroad. The University of Essex’s diverse student body and inclusive environment provide a vibrant setting for language practice and cultural exchange. Overall, the Business Management with a Modern Language degree aims to produce versatile graduates capable of thriving in international markets, with strong business acumen and language competence.