International Business Communication (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

**Overview**<br/>English is the language of global business. If you want to improve your English language ability while building skills in management, leadership and communication, this BA (Hons) International Business Communication top-up degree is for you.<br/><br/>Youll discover how to communicate information, ideas and arguments in English – orally, virtually and in writing – so you can effectively communicate with business managers around the globe when you start your career. Youll also develop your analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills and get experience working alongside people from many different cultures and backgrounds. <br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>When you graduate, youll be set for roles in areas such as international communications, foreign relations, marketing and PR, and finance.<br/><br/>**Improve your English in 3 ways:**<br/>- dedicated English language classes to improve your vocabulary and grammar<br/><br/><br/>- business communications classes where youll practise presentations, interviews and writing for business<br/><br/><br/>- living and working with both UK and international students and experiencing life in a welcoming UK city<br/><br/><br/>**Other course highlights**<br/>- Choose specialist business modules in areas like multicultural management, intercultural perspectives on communication and British culture<br/><br/><br/>- Gain IT skills that complement your studies, making you more attractive to future employers<br/><br/><br/>- 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<br/><br/><br/>- Earn a full BA (Hons) degree in International Business Communication in just 1 or 2 years<br/><br/><br/>**Eligibility**<br/>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.<br/><br/>**Careers and opportunities**<br/>Understanding English is just as essential for a career in international business as business knowledge itself, which is why this course combines the study of both. <br/><br/>Youll graduate with the English language skills and communication, management and leadership techniques you need to work in multiple industries and sectors all around the world.<br/><br/>**What areas can you work in with an international business communication (top-up) degree?**<br/><br/>With the skills youll gain on this course, you could work in areas such as:<br/><br/><br/>- international communications<br/><br/><br/>- foreign relations<br/><br/><br/>- marketing and PR<br/><br/><br/>- public services<br/><br/><br/>- finance<br/><br/><br/>- retail and leisure<br/><br/><br/>You could also go on to further study at postgraduate level or start your own business with help and support from the University.

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