Our International Business Foundation Entry programme teaches the theory and analytical skills needed by successful international businesses on a global scale.
Foundation Entry degree courses are ideal if you’ve got the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the necessary formal qualifications to directly join an Honours programme. It’s entirely unique, and a great stepping stone to degree study. Our programme is customisable, so you can shape your learning and specialise your education in a way that benefits your future.
You’ll study international business modules with a choice of options to suit your personal interests and career ambitions. These include: human resources, marketing, sales, finance, accounting, tourism, politics or trade.
This programme is ideal if you’re seeking a post with an international company as a graduate trainee or assistant.
Why study with us
- Our Business Studies courses are ranked top 20 in the UK for learning resources – National Student Survey (NSS) 2022.
- You’ll have the option to spend part of your time studying overseas with study exchanges available throughout Europe, the USA, Mexico and Australia.
- Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Business (Foundation Entry) is ranked 2nd in the North West with 84% of students satisfied with the teaching quality (Times Good University Guide 2021)
What you'll do
- You’ll have the chance to study a foreign language, at beginners' level, post-GCSE or post-A Level.
- We’ll prepare you for the business world, as much of your learning will be through seminar case studies and presentations.
- Through our strong links with leading local and national businesses, you’ll get the chance to work on live business challenges with real clients.
Module overview
Compulsory modules
• BMC001: Enterprise and the Entrepreneur
• BMC002: Managing Business Information
• BMC005: Study Skills for Success
• BMC006: Contemporary Business in Context
Year 1
Compulsory modules
• BM1001: Creativity, Enterprise and Scholarship
• BM1005: Business Landscape
• BM1006: Introduction to International Business
• BM1007: Cultural Communication
Year 2
Compulsory modules
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BM2006: Global Political Economy
• BM2007: Leading, Managing and Developing People
Optional modules
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BM2002: Learning and Development for Business and Management Education
• BM2005: Digital Marketing
• BM2008: Data Analytics for Business
• BM2047: The Business Professional
Year 3
Compulsory modules
• BM3001: Business Strategy
• BM3009: Contemporary Issues in Sustainability
• BM3010: Doing Business in Emerging Markets
Optional modules
• BM3007: The Future of Work
• BM3011: Cross-Cultural People Management
• BM3013: Operations and Supply Chain Management
• BM3035: Business and Management Project
Course delivery
Following the pandemic, we have found that some courses benefit from a blended learning and teaching approach. Therefore, the majority of your teaching will be face-to-face on campus, with some online teaching where we have learnt it works best.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Future Careers
International Business Foundation Entry could lead to a career as an international business specialist within multi-national corporations, consultancy firms, joint ventures, financial institutions, law firms, government departments and manufacturing.
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