Bachelor of Science (Honours ) - International Business with Language (N1R9)

There are enormous advantages in combining knowledge of modern business with the expressive power of a foreign language. The International Business with Language BSc will help students to develop an understanding of business on a national and global scale, preparing them for a rewarding career in international business. This four-year programme combines modules from the successful BSc in Business Management with the study of French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese or Mandarin Chinese. Students don’t need to have any prior knowledge in business studies but they will normally need an A2 level in their foreign language, although an AS of GCSE may sometimes be considered. It is a broad-based degree that offers a combination of academic theory and practical teaching on topics of interest and relevance to employers in a wide range of business areas. The BSc International Business course will appeal to students who are considering a future career in international management. Today’s business is increasingly international in scope and there are obvious advantages in combining knowledge of modern business with the experience of another culture. Students on the BSc International Business with Language degree enjoy above average contact hours with academic staff. As well as time with lecturers and personal tutor, academic and professional services staff (like the dedicated Careers Network team) will be available to offer individual and group support students throughout their time here at the University of Birmingham. The four-year BSc International Business with Language programme combines modules from the successful BSc in Business Management with study of French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese. Students don’t need to have prior knowledge in business studies, but they will need an A level in the relevant language if they choose French, German, Italian or Spanish as they are offered at Advanced level only. If students choose Japanese or Chinese then GCSE in a modern foreign language will suffice as they are offered at Beginners level only. In addition to the study of a language, the first year will lay a foundation for the study of business. It introduces the key areas of management, marketing, economics, finance, law, and analytical techniques and IT for business. The year complements, but does not duplicate, the content of the Business Studies A level. In the second year, students begin to have some choice within the themed structure of the programme. The modules offered will change from time to time, as they are developed to reflect the ever-changing world of business. This ensures a breadth to the business and language education, whilst allowing a degree of specialisation in those areas in which students are particularly interested. The third year is the year abroad and is essential for developing fluency in the language and is spent at a partner university. Students study business in the chosen language and undertake project work for the degree. Exchanges in the EU are operated as part of the Erasmus programme and students will be eligible for a small EU grant. It may also be possible to undertake a work-based placement, and again if it is in the EU, students will be eligible for an EU grant. Please note that the year abroad is conditional upon a good performance in the first and second year exams. The year abroad is conditional upon students achieving the requisite grades and number of credits in the first and second year.