Why you should study this course

This course aims to develop your comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the international business environment, business strategy and the key functions of business organisations.

• Enrich your understanding of the contemporary international business environment and key functions of business organisations.
• Expand your knowledge of applied business theories through various contexts.
• Develop your skills for continuous professional development and gain a solid grasp of international business strategy in today's setting.
• Through core modules, we focus on building your essential management skills in international logistics, human resource management, international trade management, global markets and entry strategies, and marketing in an international perspective.
• We aim to offer opportunities to engage with real business issues from highly innovative companies, ranging from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to large multinational corporations2.
• Supporting our international focus is the experience of our current academic staff and the typically internationally diverse makeup of our students. You’ll be taught by experienced staff (subject to change) who have worked in positions that include directors and consultants for many large multinational companies, not only in the United Kingdom but also abroad.
• We aim to provide optional field trip opportunities2 visiting multinational organisations within a range of sectors and industries. Previous visits have included a visit to Jaguar Land Rover and Manchester United in the UK, as well as visits to New York, Berlin and Paris.
• You will have access to a range of learning spaces such as our Trading Floor, DigiComm Lab and Business Simulation Suite4.