This BA (Hons) International Trade and Business Communication top-up degree is suitable for non-English speakers looking to advance their careers in global trade. The course teaches business in an English-language setting, preparing students for the fast-paced world of international trade. The degree can be completed in one or two years, depending on prior education and English proficiency. The course provides students with English language skills and an awareness of international trade, preparing them for success in a variety of global marketplace vocations.
University of Portsmouth
INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND BUSINESS COMMUNICATION (TOP-UP) BA (Hons)
Entry Requirements
- Only those who have previously studied at higher education level should apply.
- Applicants for the 2 year course require relevant HE study leading to a Level 4 qualification, for example an appropriate HNC, or 120 credits from year 1 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc), in a relevant subject.
- Applicants for the 1 year course require relevant HE study leading to a Level 5 qualification, for example an appropriate HND, foundation degree or Advanced Diploma, or 240 credits from year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc), in a relevant subject.
- Only those whose first language is not English should apply.
Career Prospects
The globalization of commerce has had a considerable impact on the global economy, with around one-fourth of total production exported. This has resulted in a significant demand for graduates who understand international trade and its factors. English remains the world's trading language, thus graduates with both business and English language abilities are in high demand. An international trade and business communication (top-up) degree can prepare students for professions in international trade, export financing, product management, market research, marketing, retail, and leisure.
Course Details
- Explore the theory and practice of international trade, the ways different cultures view the global marketplace, and the economic, legal and managerial factors that affect how business is done around the world.
- After the course, you'll have the English language skills and international trade understanding to succeed in a range of careers in the global marketplace, in areas such as business management, export and/or import finance, international market research and marketing.
Modules (Year 1)
Core modules
Business Communication 2 - 20 credits
General Language Grade 5 - -20 credits
Introduction To International Business & Economics - 20 credits
Professional Communication in a Global Workplace - 20 credits
Professional Communication in a Global Workplace - 20 credits
Marketing and Communication - 20 credits
Optional modules
British Culture - 20 credits
Corporate Analysis and Strategies in an International Environment - 20 credits
Professional Experience - 20 credits
Alternative courses
BA (Hons) International Business Communication top-up (1 or 2 years)
BA (Hons) International Human Resources and Business Communication top-up (1 or 2 years)
BA (Hons) International Enterprise and Business Communication top-up (1 or 2 years)
BA (Hons) Business with Business Communication top-up
BA (Hons) Finance with Business Communication top-up
Modules (Year 2)
Core modules
General Language Grade 6 (English) - 20 credits
Project - 20 credits
Business Communication 3 - 20 credits
International Trade: Payments and Law - 20 credits
International Marketing and Export Trade - 20 credits
Business and Markets in a Global Environment - 20 credits
Intercultural Perspectives on Communication - 20 credits
Managing Across Cultures - 20 credits
Practical Translation (Chinese) - 20 credits
Professional Experience - 20 credits
Optional modules
Understanding Britain Today - 20 credits
Writing for Different Audiences - 20 credits
Alternative courses
BA (Hons) International Business Communication top-up (1 or 2 years)
BA (Hons) International Human Resources and Business Communication top-up (1 or 2 years)
BA (Hons) International Enterprise and Business Communication top-up (1 or 2 years)
BA (Hons) Business with Business Communication top-up
BA (Hons) Finance with Business Communication top-up
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