International Business (BSc Hons - Single)

Overview

The BSc International Business course is designed to provide you with a thorough knowledge of the changing needs of the dynamic international business environment as well as the competitive global markets. This is an academically rigorous programme of study with the opportunity to learn about the operations and impact of international business in the global economy. This course aims to develop your intellectual and quantitative skills in the understanding and analysis of international business issues.

Your International Business degree course will enable you to study a number of leading-edge business subjects as well as allowing you to explore innovative and contemporary themes relevant to the modern-day global business environment. The skills you will acquire from this degree will enhance your future employability.

London Metropolitan Business School

www.londonmet.ac.uk/lmbs/

Course contents

Three levels, each of 120 credits. If you take a Joint, you study each subject for 60 credits at each level.

Level 1 topics include:

• Global Business Environment
• Global Challenges for Business, Management and Leadership
• Understanding and Managing Information
• Managing People and Organisations

Level 2 topics include:

• International Business and the Global Environment
• Business Decision-Making
• Entrepreneurship and Leadership

Level 3 topics include:

• International Business Strategy and the Global Economy
• Econometrics and Business Forecasting
• Strategic Management

Assessment

You are assessed via coursework assignments, presentations, exams, individual and group research projects and a final dissertation.

Careers

The BSc International Business course will equip you with the relevant skills suited to the development of a professional career in business either within an organisation or through the launch of your own enterprise. This course is also an ideal platform leading to the pursuit of a higher degree.

Student profiles

“Studying International Business at London Metropolitan University has been a great experience. The course is very well structured and provided me with comprehensive knowledge in the areas of economics, business management and finance. The best thing about the course is the emphasis on practical, up-to-date business knowledge. Moreover, in order to enhance employability, the course provides a variety of quantitative modules which I really enjoyed. The assignments are constructed to deepen analytical skills and independent, critical thinking.  The standard of teaching and research is very high, lecturers are very helpful and dedicated to provide students with educational support.”

Dominika Pikul: Final year BSc International Business Student 2011

Applying and entry

Sept full-time: apply through UCAS
Sept part-time, Feb 2013 full/part-time: apply direct to the University - contact Admissions for an application form.

Entry requirements

In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have 240 or more UCAS points, including at least 180 from two or more A levels (or equivalent, eg BTEC National, OCR Diploma or Advanced Diploma) in academic or Business subjects. English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C or above (or equivalent) are also required. These requirements may be varied in individual cases.

Accelerated study

It may be possible to enter the course at levels 2/3 if you have a relevant Foundation Degree, HND or equivalent.

Further information

Please contact the Admissions Office:
Tel: 44(0)20 7133 4200
Fax: 44(0)20 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk