13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
Are you interested in working abroad or pursuing a career in international business? Our BA International Business Management programme is designed to help you succeed in a global business setting. This degree provides a strong foundation in business management, combining both a practical and analytical understanding of how businesses operate within the global environment. The course covers key business and management disciplines, helping you understand how businesses work and adapt in different environments around the world. It focuses on giving you the skills needed for the international business world. You’ll study the global environment in depth, learning about the challenges and opportunities that come with it. A key focus of this programme is employability. You will have the chance to work on live projects and take part in consultancy work with real businesses. This hands-on experience will allow you to apply what you learn in the classroom to real-world situations. You’ll also develop your theoretical and practical application of management theories and frameworks, which will give you the knowledge needed to tackle business problems in any part of the world. As part of the course, you’ll engage in work-based learning, collaborating with employers from various sectors and gaining valuable practical work experience. This direct interaction with businesses helps you understand the expectations of the workplace and boosts your career prospects. One aspect that sets this programme apart from other business management degrees is the focus on sectoral studies and independent projects with an international focus. These projects will help you explore how different industries operate globally, giving you insight into working in an international organisation. Additionally, you will have the chance to gain professional qualifications alongside your degree, further enhancing your skill set and career options. This programme provides the tools you need to build a successful career in International business. With a degree in International Business Management, you’ll be prepared to take on roles in a wide range of industries around the world, equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to thrive in the global environment..
Modules
Year One – Level 4 In your first year, you will build a foundation in business management through core modules such as marketing, finance, and organisational behaviour. The focus is on developing an understanding of how businesses operate within the global environment, with an emphasis on key business and management disciplines. Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits) Entrepreneurial Innovation (20 credits) Finance for Business (20 credits) Marketing Fundamentals (20 credits) People and Organisations (20 credits) Year Two – Level 5 The second year expands on your knowledge, focusing on applying management theories and frameworks to real-world situations. You will have opportunities for work-based learning through live projects and consultancy engagements, and you may also explore an international focus through the International Mobility Opportunity module. Compulsory Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits) Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits) Marketing In Practice (20 credits) Financial Performance Management (20 credits) Contract Law (20 credits) Optional International Mobility Opportunity (60 Credits) Year Three – Level 6 (BA) In the final year, the course will deepen your understanding of global business strategies and ethical considerations. Through sectoral studies and independent projects with an International focus, you will explore the dynamics of international business, gaining the skills needed to enter a career in international business. Contemporary Issues in Management (20 credits) Global Ethics (20 credits) Leading and Developing People (20 credits) Strategic Management and Sustainability (20 credits) Strategic Marketing (20 credits) International Business Communication (20 credits)
Assessment method
Assessment methods vary from module to module but you can expect a range of assessments including, coursework, practical work and exams. Assessments combine academic rigor with authentic “real-world” tasks that demonstrate a students ability to meaningfully apply their knowledge and skills.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- IBM1
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- Swansea Business Campus
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 88 points
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15525 | Year 1 |
| International | £15525 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Extra costs to be borne by the student
As an institution, we seek to continually enhance the student experience and as a result, additional costs may be incurred by the student on activities that will add value to their education. Where possible these costs will be kept to a minimum with additional activities being optional.
Field trips and placement costs
Field trips will be available for students, which are optional. Costs for UK and International trips will be provided at the beginning of the academic year.
Students undertaking placements abroad will incur travel, living and possibly accommodation costs. The amount will depend upon location and current state of the UK pound. For students undertaking placements in the USA, additional visa costs will apply.
Students will be expected to pay four weeks prior to field trips taking place. Travel and visa costs for overseas placements, three months before departure.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP