Bachelor of Arts (Honours) International Business

Employers are increasingly looking for work-ready graduates with an in-depth understanding of the global economy and the skills to operate in an international business environment. Global organisations need experts who have a good understanding of business in their own local markets and can develop effective international business strategies.

Our Business with International Management programme equips you with a solid grounding in international business in a global context. It focuses on honing your abilities to navigate the complexities of global markets, master the intricacies of cross-border operations, and devise strategies that effectively bridge local and international boundaries. Designed for those aspiring to become international marketing managers, global supply chain coordinators, foreign policy advisors, or international business strategists, this degree positions graduates to meet the demands of worldwide organisations.

Programme Objective

The Bachelor of International Business degree in Singapore is designed to meet the demand for work-ready graduates who possess a deep understanding of the global economy and the expertise to operate within an international business environment. Unlike a regular Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Studies, this programme places a stronger emphasis on international economic knowledge, digital transformation, sustainability, and emerging technologies, preparing students to develop and implement strategies for multinational organisations.

What to Expect

Students studying for the Bachelor of International Business can expect to explore these key areas:

• Understand the dynamics of the global economy and its impact on business strategy and operations.
• Learn about the role of digital technologies in business and the importance of sustainable practices.
• Develop leadership skills and a sense of responsibility as future leaders in the international business arena.
• Gain knowledge of how emerging technologies influence business and how to leverage them for innovation.

Learning in the Bachelor of International Business occurs in group sessions that focus on developing practical skills, underpinned by academic concepts and theories, allowing for in-depth discussions and understanding in smaller groups. Your learning is further enhanced by sessions with industry practitioners who bring valuable insights directly from the business world.

Course Structure & Duration

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in International Business awarded by Teesside University consists of the following core modules:

• Business Enterprise: Inspires students to think about entering the workplace with an interactive learning experience emphasising personal career aspirations.
• Business Finance: Develops financial knowledge and accounting techniques essential for all managers.
• Global Citizenship: Encourages students to consider business responsibilities and address global challenges.
• Personal and Professional Development for Business: Reflects on personal and professional growth through interaction with peers and theories.
• International Business Environments: Introduces basic economic theories of markets and competition with a focus on marketing principles.
• Understanding Organisations: Provides a fundamental introduction to general principles of business management within organisational contexts.
• Agile Management: Introduces specifics of acquiring and managing talented people and the concept of business agility.
• Enterprise and Practice: Explores enterprise and business ideas through organizational behavior and managerial approaches.
• Global Business Dynamics: Investigates global organizations and strategies for navigating international business environments.
• International Business and Management: Offers an understanding of the main issues that affect international businesses in the global economy.
• Digital Business: Covers e-based technologies and the role of technology in supporting business operations, including e-commerce.
• Research Methods: Equips students with ethical research principles and the skills to conduct research studies.
• Contemporary Issues in Business Management: Explores the challenges and controversies in a dynamic business environment.
• Global Economics and Business Operations: Encourages the analysis and critical examination of management operations in an international context.
• Emerging Technologies for the Enterprise: Explores the relationship between information management, strategic formulation, and the introduction and use of emerging technologies.
• Sustainability, Strategy and Society: Equips students with the necessary knowledge for strategic management and responsible leadership in a wider context of business and enterprise.
• Global Business Development: Analyses and evaluates strategic responses of international business to changes in the global environment.
• Debate in Strategic Management: Builds upon strategic business analysis to explore various debates in strategic management.
• Social Responsibility of Business: Considers issues related to social responsibility and its impact on corporate behavior and firm performance.
• Opportunity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship: Highlights the significance of innovation and entrepreneurship in creating and exploiting new business opportunities.

Students can opt for full or part-time study to pursue their degree in international business.

Regardless if you opt for a full-time or part-time degree programme, all students receive the same comprehensive coverage of modules, access to lectures, and tutorial materials, ensuring that every graduate is equally prepared for the demands of a career in international business.