Kingston University London - International Business BSc (Hons)

Kingston University London

International Business BSc (Hons)

Working across multiple countries is an everyday reality for most businesses. In an ever-increasing global environment, studying business from an international perspective is a must for today's business graduates. To be successful in business, you need to be capable of operating effectively in a globalised world and to understand the complexities that underpin the factors of internationalisation: connectedness, boundaries, regulations and cultures.

Do you aspire to be a leader and decision-maker in an international business? If so, this course will give you an understanding of business management practices all over the world and prepare you to work in global organisations.

It includes hands-on, practical experience through working on real business problems, consultancy projects with real clients and opportunities for internships. You'll also have lots of support to set up your own business too. A personal development programme will help you discover your career ambitions and strengths and prepare you for your next step.

Reasons to choose Kingston University

  • In just three years, you'll graduate with both a degree and the business experience that employers are looking for.
  • This course has been recognised for quality by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) Programme Accreditation System.
  • You'll be exposed to all aspects of global business and supported to pursue your individual career ambitions. You'll also build a business network of peers and future colleagues from the UK and around the globe.

Entry Requirements

  • 112-128 UCAS tariff points (to include at least two A-levels or equivalent qualifications); Degree with foundation year 48
  • BTEC Lvl3 National: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM).
  • Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language.
  • IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5

Career Prospects

In Year 2 you'll develop your problem-solving and decision-making skills in the context of international business functions. You will also explore the cultural context of business operations. In addition you will complete stage 2 of the business readiness programme. You will carry out your Business Practice in Year 2 from May, for a minimum of three months.

Course Details

The course introduces the foundations of international business. You'll cover the environmental influences faced by organisations, including key issues such as supply and demand, industrial structure, economies of scale, and investment in human capital. You'll also study international marketing and think about the relationship between marketing and other business functions.

And In Year 2 you'll develop your problem-solving and decision-making skills in the context of international business functions. You will also explore the cultural context of business operations. In addition you will complete stage 2 of the business readiness programme. You will carry out your Business Practice in Year 2 from May, for a minimum of three months.

Year 1

Data Analytics for International Business
Economics for Business
International Marketing
Organisations and Entrepreneurship

Year 2

Core modules
Business Accounting
Culture and International Business
Human Resource Management in an International Context
International Business Operations
Business Experience Options (choose 1)
Internship (work-based)
Consultancy in Practice (campus-based)
The Entrepreneurship Experience (campus-based)

Final year

Core Modules:
Strategic Management
International Business Practice
Global Corporate Citizenship and Sustainability
Optional Modules:
Money, Banking and Financial Markets
Financial Investments
Organisational Learning and Development
Employee Relations
Financial Management
Innovation
Service Operations Management
International Entrepreneurship in SMEs
Psychology for Business and Management
Marketing Communications
International Business Operations
Data Driven Decision Making
Building Digital Systems
Managing Brands
Data Analytics for Business
Developing Web Applicants for Business
Business Law and Ethics
Professional Selling
Business Decision Modelling
Rapid App Development for Business
CSR in Marketing
Marketing Simulation

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