International Business

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This course is designed to prepare you for a career in a variety of international business organisations through the development of specialist business knowledge and key transferable skills.

Critical analysis of the complex and volatile economic, financial, political/cultural and competitive environments is mapped to the intents and operations of business.

The international mix of students ensures that you will gain valuable exposure to the differences in expectations, interpretations and values, typical of management teams in global companies.

The University's provision in economics, business and management was rated 'Excellent' in recent subject reviews by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

Career opportunities
Completion of the course will enhance the promotion prospects of those working in international business, or those seeking a career in a multinational company.

Recent graduates have begun work with Johnson and Johnson, Procter and Gamble, and other major international companies.

Course Structure
Core Modules

* Global Economic Environment
* International Business Strategy
* International Marketing
* International Financial Management
* Leadership and Management Skills
* Cross-Cultural Management
* Business Analysis Report

Plus two option modules including:

* International Business of Asia and Emerging Markets
* Corporate Finance
* Global Financial Markets
* Corporate Governance
* Economics of Human Resource Management
* Development Finance

Assessment
The teaching team supports and favours assessment through a variety of methods such as group and individual presentation, coursework, group work and examination.

You should have at least a lower second Honours degree (or equivalent) in any discipline and experience or interest in business in a global environment.Applicants with substantial relevant professional experience will also be considered.Credit transfer is possible if there is evidence that the material covered in any module has been satisfactorily assessed to Masters level.