International Trade, Logistics and Business Communication (Top-up) BA (Hons)

University of Portsmouth

**Overview**Develop your English language ability while gaining knowledge of global trade distribution on this BA (Hons) International Trade, Logistics and Business Communication top-up degree course.You'll study key business topics such as logistics management and supply chain management, while also building valuable cross-cultural business communication skills. You can do this undergraduate degree in 1 or 2 years, depending on your level of previous study and your ability to write and speak English. When you graduate, your combination of business knowledge and English language skills will give you an advantage in the international job market in areas such as supply chain management, public service, finance, marketing and logistics.**Improve your English in 3 ways:**- dedicated English language classes to improve your vocabulary and grammar- business communications classes where you'll practise presentations, interviews and writing for business- living and working with both UK and international students and experiencing life in a welcoming UK city**Other course highlights**- Gain skills and knowledge to succeed in global trade and logistics, such as how business perspectives differ around the world, the complexities of supply chain management, and the social, political and economic frameworks that surround international markets- Be fully supported by your tutors and our dedicated global team, and join a community with more than 5,000 international and EU students from 150 different countries- Earn a full BA (Hons) degree in International Trade, Logistics and Business Communications in just 1 or 2 years**Eligibility**This course is open to international, EU and UK students whose first language is not English. A key part of the course is improving your written and spoken business English.**Careers and opportunities**So much trade is now conducted on an international scale. Therefore, understanding how global business, logistics and supply chains work can create career opportunities all around the world.In the UK alone, supply chains are a key part of the economy, contributing over £127 billion and employing 1.7 million people – around 5 percent of the workforce (LogisticsUK Report, 2021).English is commonly the language of international business and trade. That’s why this top-up course will improve your English language skills as well as developing your business, logistics and trade knowledge – giving you the tools to pursue job roles in a wide range of countries and sectors.**What can you do with an International Trade, Logistics and Business Communication (Top-up) degree?**This course gives you the skills for careers in areas such as:- business development- procurement and supply chain management- distribution network design- human resources- public services- finance- sales and marketing- retail and leisureYou could also go on to further study at postgraduate level or start your own business with help and support from the University.