International Business and Languages BA (Hons)

This module introduces you to key functions-marketing, finance, operations, and hr-and shows how they align to achieve organisational goals.

You'll develop analytical and contextual awareness to understand how businesses compete globally.

To enhance your learning, you'll collaborate on a virtual project with students from an overseas partner institution, gaining valuable international experience.

You'll develop creative innovation skills and learn how to generate ideas for new value propositions using relevant market insights. these ideas may focus on new products, services, or business models designed to meet customer needs. you'll also examine the key elements of the marketing mix and understand how they shape effective marketing strategies.

By applying your learning in practical activities, you'll pitch your ideas in a sales negotiation scenario, helping you build confidence, communication skills, and commercial awareness that support your future career.

You'll work hands-on with language data in weekly interactive workshops, developing analytical skills by solving problems and exploring examples together. you'll then apply these approaches independently by analysing your own texts.

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the french language and is delivered through seminars in which students use the language in context and develop their understanding of the target culture.

This is achieved through a range of interactive written and spoken activities, as well as through engagement with a variety of written and audio-visual materials.

The seminars cover the four main language skills of reading, writing listening and speaking, with particular emphasis on speaking and writing.

This german post a-level module gives you the opportunity to take your language skills to the next level while deepening your understanding of german-speaking countries and their cultures.

You'll improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing through authentic texts, guided discussions in german and independent research.

You'll also develop valuable employability skills, such as teamwork through collaborative projects, communication through presentations, and critical thinking through cultural analysis, all of which are highly valued by employers. 

This module will give you the opportunity to take your language skills to the next level while deepening your understanding of spanish-speaking countries and their cultures. you will improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing through authentic texts, guided discussions in spanish and independent research.

You'll also develop teamwork skills through collaborative projects, enhance your via presentations, and a critical thinking mindset through cultural analysis, which will help you when you graduate from your course.

This module is aimed at students who already have a gcse in mandarin and provides a comprehensive course for intermediate students of the mandarin language.

The module is delivered via seminars based on authentic written and audio texts in the target language. all activities are further supported by multimedia resources on our virtual learning environment.

The module mainly focuses on grammar actiivities, writing, reading and listening comprehension.

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the french language and is delivered through seminars in which students use the language in context and develop their understanding of the target culture.

This is achieved through a range of interactive written and spoken activities, as well as through engagement with a variety of written and audiovisual materials.

The seminars cover the four main language skills of reading, writing listening and speaking, with particular emphasis on speaking and writing.

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the german language and is delivered through seminars in which students use the language in context and develop their understanding of the target culture.

This is achieved through a range of interactive written and spoken activities, as well as through engagement with a variety of written and audiovisual materials.

The seminars cover the four main language skills of reading, writing listening and speaking, with particular emphasis on speaking and writing.

You'll experience comprehensive introduction to the spanish language and is delivered through seminars in which students use the language in context and develop their understanding of the target culture. this is achieved through a range of interactive written and spoken activities, as well as through engagement with a variety of written and audiovisual materials.

The seminars cover the four main language skills of reading, writing listening and speaking, with particular emphasis on speaking and writing.

This module maps to levels 1-2 to the hanyu shuiping kaoshi (hsk) standardized level of standard chinese language proficiency.

It provides a comprehensive introduction to the mandarin language and is delivered through seminars in which students use the language in context and develop their understanding of the target culture. this is achieved through a range of interactive written and spoken activities, as well as through engagement with a variety of written and audiovisual materials.

The seminars cover the four main language skills of reading, writing listening and speaking, with particular emphasis on speaking and writing.

You'll explore the major factors, issues and forces that shape trade and operations across borders. Using current affairs coverage, you'll participate in discussions to demonstrate your appreciation for the socioeconomic, cultural and institutional contexts that impact the international marketplace. By the end of this module you'll have a crucial perspective on how global businesses navigate complex realities while sustaining success, so that you're ready to enter today's international firms.

You'll analyse real case studies and interpret information with supply chain risk frameworks to evaluate prevention strategies. Working individually and in groups, you'll define risk categories and explore core principles for building resilience. By compiling data on recent risk events, you'll be in a position to comment critically on supply chain practices. You'll enhance your communication, teamwork and critical thinking skills — preparing you to lead efforts in responsible, transparent procurement.

Moving beyond everyday French, you'll analyse complex texts from media, literature, and academia and with class discussions in French on specialist topics related to living abroad you’ll hone your verbal fluency.

Building on your existing abilities, you'll communicate confidently, express opinions, and present ideas. This module provides the advanced language abilities, critical thinking, and intercultural competence to thrive in diverse French-speaking contexts.

You'll learn how to discuss specialist topics in a variety of subject areas by analysing a range of authentic written, audio and visual media and expand your verbal fluency.

By learning to write confidently in formal and informal styles, you'll build your understanding of complex German across diverse contexts and sharpen your ability to express yourself confidently.

Seminars on grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking provide a toolkit to thrive in German-speaking communities.

You'll learn how to discuss specialist topics in a variety of subject areas by analysing a range of authentic written, audio and visual media and expand your verbal fluency.

By learning to write confidently in formal and informal styles, you'll build your understanding of complex Spanish across diverse contexts and sharpen your ability to express yourself confidently.

Seminars on grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking provide a toolkit to thrive in Spanish-speaking communities.

Through films, news reports and texts from across the Francophone world, discuss engaging topics from travel adventures to current affairs.

You’ll learn to communicate naturally in academic, professional and social situations while appreciating linguistic nuances. You’ll also deepen your understanding of diverse French-speaking societies through lively classes and seminars.

Through films, news reports and texts from across the German-speaking world, discuss engaging topics from travel adventures to current affairs.

You’ll learn to communicate naturally in academic, professional and social situations while appreciating linguistic nuances. You’ll also deepen your understanding of diverse German-speaking societies through lively classes and seminars.

Through films, news reports and texts from across the Spanish-speaking world, discuss engaging topics from travel adventures to current affairs.

You’ll learn to communicate naturally in academic, professional and social situations while appreciating linguistic nuances. You’ll also deepen your understanding of diverse Spanish-speaking societies through lively classes and seminars.

You will develop an awareness of business cultures and practices in the target countries and a range of communication and intercultural skills applied to different workplace contexts.

This will help you when seeking employment and when living and working abroad.

You will also engage in job interview activities and learn how to work as a team to produce business reports with a marketing element.

You’ll hone your French speaking through debates, presentations and interviews, and refine your formal and informal writing across diverse genres.

You’ll also deepen your cultural understanding through exposure to sociolinguistic nuances and conventions, ready to communicate effectively in French-speaking communities worldwide.

You’ll hone your German speaking through debates, presentations and interviews, and refine your formal and informal writing across diverse genres.

You’ll also deepen your cultural understanding through exposure to sociolinguistic nuances and conventions, ready to communicate effectively in German-speaking communities worldwide.

You’ll hone your Spanish speaking through debates, presentations and interviews, and refine your formal and informal writing across diverse genres.

You’ll also deepen your cultural understanding through exposure to sociolinguistic nuances and conventions, ready to communicate effectively in Spanish-speaking communities worldwide.

Combining world-class research with real entrepreneurial experiences, you’ll develop business ideas within teams, evaluating concepts and building executable models. You'll work together to examine issues in venturing, from opportunity recognition to scaling. With an emphasis on personal employability, you’ll identify your strengths while refining your presentation and networking skills. This module fuels your entrepreneurial spirit and helps you turn ideas into realistic propositions — so that you'll graduate with portfolio pieces to showcase your business knolwedge and experience.

Through a series of practical assessment activities, students will gain hands-on experience in creating and implementing digital marketing strategies tailored to engage audiences online and using various social media platforms.

This module offers a strong practical orientation and enables students to develop essential digital marketing skills while building a portfolio of evidence that showcases their ability to thrive in the workplace.

On this module, you’ll get an introduction to translation skills to open new worlds.

You’ll learn practical techniques while translating authentic texts, explore different genres and languages and discuss real-world translation challenges. You’ll develop professional skills for potential careers in this field.

Via engaging lectures, seminars and workshops, you'll explore key HRM concepts from recruitment and selection, to performance management and employment equality.

You'll also examine real-world case studies to reveal the importance of linking HR activities to a business's organisational outcomes.

Through group presentations and peer teaching with your fellow students, you'll build confidence using HRM terminology in order to communicate effectively as a HR professional or with others in this role.

Explore event theories and planning models as you develop theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills for successfully planning, marketing and executing events. Through group projects that mirror the way you'll work in industry, you’ll explore a range of event types and tailor your marketing plans to suit their needs — whether for business, cultural, or sporting events.

Gain hands on experience putting theory into practice, and using product management tools and frameworks to develop your own creative new product idea. With assessments centered on analysing real organisations, you’ll evaluate decisions related to resourcing, positioning and launch - leaving you equipped to prepare watertight business cases for investment. Upon completion, you'll have the strategic vision and product innovation skills to help brands create a portfolio of profitable new products.

Apply cultural theories in real business scenarios through group projects and develop your communication skills with a global mindset via vibrant discussions.

This module will equip you with cultural awareness, analytical abilities and presentation skills to thrive.

You'll learn how to think critically about the key concepts that link language, culture and communication, considering the benefits and limitations of these ideas.

You'll explore the different ways in which communication intersects with culture across themes such as identity, education, gender, and the media.

Alongside what you learn, you'll improve your skills in analysis, research and intercultural awareness.

You'll learn about consumer behaviour and brand strategy, and spend time examining real-world marketing campaigns. You'll also think about how social, political and technological forces can affect the way businesses approach marketing their products and services.

Skills you'll develop include carrying out market research and learning how to use what you learn, crafting targeted messaging across different marketing channels, and presenting your ideas verbally and in writing.

Living and learning in your chosen country where your language of study is spoken, you'll improve your language skills and develop your cross-cultural understanding.

With international experience, you'll develop your subject knowledge, analytical abilities and self-confidence.

Fresh perspectives and a global outlook will mean you'll return home prepared for the next steps in your degree and your career.

You'll learn how to analyse various genres of source texts, apply translation techniques and translation theory in a way that helps you to achieve clear meaning, and produce commercially acceptable translations.

Working with your fellow students, you’ll simulate real-world translation agency environments and learn how to produce translations as a team.

You'll also work on your skills in written and verbal communication, critical analysis and intercultural awareness, all of which are essential for a career in the language services sector.

Build on your prior knowledge by exploring how macro and micro cultural forces shape workplace behaviour, competence needs and communication approaches. You'll use both creativity and critical thinking to actively apply perspectives from sociology and psychology to real-world case studies. From this, you'll learn to identify nuances across diverse settings and to make effective workplace recommendations. By the end of this module you’ll have essential skills in cross-cultural analysis that are crucial for thriving in our increasingly interconnected world of business.

In this module, students will be encouraged to think like strategy practitioners in today's real life international environment. Consequently, they will develop the skills and competencies needed to be a good strategist, including the ability to diagnose strategic issues, analyse the industry a company is competing in as well as a firm's capabilities, and synthesizing ideas into creative strategy insights, strategic issue selling, and reflecting upon their practice as strategists. That reflection will involve critically examining the wider strategy-as-practice literature in terms of the insights it provides for the development of strategy. Students will also develop an appreciation of the global and international context within which strategists operate and the ethical nature of strategic decision making.

By understanding authentic texts and media in diverse tones and registers, you'll gain broad exposure to regional variations.

Through dynamic discussions and academic presentations in advanced French, you'll build your verbal fluency on current issues and hone your writing skills across formal and informal styles, as your express nuanced ideas with accuracy.

Graduate with the advanced French proficiency, analytical abilities, and cross-cultural competence to communicate effectively across your degree and career.

By understanding authentic texts and media in diverse tones and registers, you'll gain broad exposure to regional variations. Through dynamic discussions and academic presentations in advanced German, you'll build your verbal fluency on current issues and hone your writing skills across formal and informal styles, as your express nuanced ideas with accuracy.

Graduate with the advanced German proficiency, analytical abilities, and cross-cultural competence to communicate effectively across your degree and career.

By understanding authentic texts and media in diverse tones and registers, you'll gain broad exposure to regional variations.

Through dynamic discussions and academic presentations in advanced Spanish, you'll build your verbal fluency on current issues and hone your writing skills across formal and informal styles, as your express nuanced ideas with accuracy.

Graduate with the advanced Spanish proficiency, analytical abilities, and cross-cultural competence to communicate effectively across your degree and career.

We conduct a deep dive into the economic, political, and socio-ecological contexts that shape the modern business environment. You'l explore the foundations of market economies, principles of good governance, and the intricate relationships between economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social well-being — and develop a critical perspective on the ideologies and debates that influence sustainable business practices worldwide. You'll unravel the complexities of globalization, which presents both challenges and opportunities for businesses striving to achieve sustainable development goals. You will critically evaluate these multifaceted impacts and learn to communicate your insights effectively to diverse stakeholders, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor in the global business arena. Finally, you'll be introduced to sustainable business strategies. You'll discover the latest strategies and business models that enable organizations to drive progress towards sustainable development goals. Through critical analysis and evaluation from sustainability, ethical, and business perspectives, you will gain the ability to design and implement cutting-edge solutions that create shared value for society, the environment, and the bottom line.

You'll be introduced to key theories and models for valuing major financial markets, and learn to apply these essential frameworks to different contexts. Through assessments, you'll grow your analytical and critial skills. You'll examine corporate investment strategies and the impact of global developments, compare the theories underpinning exchange rates and multinationals, and finish this module with an informed perspective of global finance.

You’ll design a website for a company, charity or NGO in your chosen language, giving you real-world experience in web design, marketing and using your language skills in an international workplace.

You’ll also design a viable project proposal, research the latest information in your field, analyse data to reach conclusions, reflect on your learning, and communicate your findings to a professional audience.

You’ll demonstrate intellectual and transferable skills appropriate for your field, and do independent research. You’ll design a viable project proposal using existing studies in your field, and critically discuss assumptions, arguments and data to make judgements, pose questions and identify solutions.

Finally, you'll write up your project tailored to a specified academic or workplace audience.