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International Business (with placement year)

Loughborough University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Loughborough University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

All organisations – from start-ups and SMEs to multinational firms – work within and are impacted by rapidly changing international business dynamics. This BSc International Business degree is a contemporary business studies course that concentrates on the links between the major business functions and their role in the international business context.More than ever, business graduates are required to show cultural sensitivity and an internationally transferable skill set. By covering the key management disciplines from a global perspective, you will be equipped for a successful career in a wide range of business and management roles in any sector of your choosing, and from any geographical location.


Choices and flexibility

The course provides a core set of cutting-edge international business modules alongside a variety of options that will help you shape the degree in line with the topics that you are most interested in. You even have the chance to develop your language skills, if you wish.Explore topics like international culture, information systems and marketing. Delve into topical issues like corporate social irresponsibility, sustainability and ethics. You will have choices that give you the chance to see what direction you might want to take your career in later.


Semester abroad

Unlike many courses of its type in the UK, our BSc International Business also includes an optional 'international semester' studying abroad for six months in year two – as well as the year-long placement, study abroad or 'Year in Enterprise' in year three – cultivating your international experience. Your experiences on professional placement and/or studying abroad will set you apart to employers.


Enhanced employability through a third-year placement

Most importantly, you will not only be learning the theory, you will also have the opportunity to put it into practice. We offer several placement pathways, including a year-long or half-year work-based placement, building on your skills and getting valuable experience in industry. There are also options to study abroad. Many students find the experience vital in helping them secure good positions following graduation and increasing their confidence when they start their first job after graduating.Our graduates are highly sought after and enjoy rewarding futures in a wide range of business management careers.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,950per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Loughborough University

Loughborough University

  • University League Table

    8th

  • Campus address

    Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom

The university's two campuses are located in Loughborough and London, both close to airports, making it easy to explore Europe and beyond.
Loughborough's research community has over 1,200 research students spanning 90 nationalities, with more than 800 members of staff supporting them.
Home to around 18,000 students and staff from more than 130 different countries. Of the students based at the London campus, 80% are international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    14th out of 124 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    143 67%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    7th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    86th

    26

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