Overview
You know that the global world of business is connected, fast-paced and innovative; that industry needs forward-thinkers and new ideas. And you want to graduate with knowledge that’s fresh, relevant and influential. Our full-time International Business Management degree will ensure you do just that. Study in Cambridge – a truly international city – spend a semester abroad, and take a placement year in a company of your choice. Design your future.
Employers are looking for graduates who will not only survive, but thrive and develop in this environment. Our role is to help you become that person.
We realise you’re focused, independent and ready to step onto the right path. But what’s right for everyone else might not be right for you. At ARU, you choose your own way.
We know that you may want to do things differently to other people. You need a course that can be tailored to your ambitions, a course that will prepare you for the fast-paced world of global business. And that’s why we have designed a course that is flexible and adaptable to your needs, giving you the power to choose from among modern modules dedicated to innovation, sustainability, EU economy, digital marketing and employability. Your choices will ensure you graduate with a skill-set that’s tailored to the career direction you want to take, equipping you with the right skills and knowledge to step straight into a management role.
Our dedicated employability and placements teams will be there to support and guide you – whether you’ll be getting ready for an internship, placement or a graduate position. You will benefit from their expertise and industry contacts, giving you the competitive edge that will get you hired in the right place.
You already have the potential; we want to make sure you progress to where you want to go with confidence and abilities that exceed the current market.
Are you dedicated and focused on what you want and eager to get there even sooner? Alongside the standard three programme, there is also the option to do an accelerated two year course. Want to get more? We offer an alternative version of the course, which includes an exciting semester spent studying in Europe.
Careers
We work with employers to make sure you graduate with the knowledge, skills and abilities they need. They help us review what we teach and how we teach it – and they offer hands-on, practical opportunities to learn through work-based projects, internships or placements.
We regularly host employer visits and speakers. We also organise business events designed to enhance your knowledge of the job market and give you opportunities to meet and speak with employers.
Throughout our BSc (Hons) International Business Management course, you’ll also benefit from lectures and seminars on career-relevant issues such as CV preparation, job-hunting, obtaining work experience and using social media.
Our dedicated placements and employability support team will give you access to information that’s relevant to International Business Management graduates. We’ll encourage you to reflect on your strengths and areas for development and to make plans to strengthen your skills and experience in preparation for employment in a global organisation.
On successful completion of this degree, you might choose to move onto postgraduate studies, such as our MSc Management.
Modules & Assessment
Year one, core modules
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Principles of Marketing
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Economics for Managers
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Academic Skills
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Accounting for Managers
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Statistics
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Introduction to Organisations and Management
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Global Business Environment
Year two, core modules
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Strategic Management
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Career Development and Employability
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International Business
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Business Research Methods
Year two, optional modules
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Project Management
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Responsible Business
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Business Law
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E-Business Management
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Reward Management
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Sustainable Transformation and Environmental Practice
Placement year (Optional)
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Work Placement – Economics and International Business
Year three, core modules
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Advanced Strategic Management
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Undergraduate Major Project
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International Intercultural Management
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International Supply Chain Management
Year three, optional modules
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EU Economy: Policy and Issues
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Digital Marketing
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Employment Law
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Leadership in Contemporary Organisations
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International and Comparative HRM
Optional modules available in years two and three
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French
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Spanish
Assessment
You can expect an interesting mix of coursework, essays, exams and activity-based assignments. Your coursework could include problem-solving activities, consultancy projects, presentations and group or individual reports. You’ll also be able to access support materials supported by materials accessed through our learning management system (Canvas).
All assessment is designed to allow you to demonstrate what you’ve learned, and to make sure you’re developing the knowledge and skills you need to successfully complete the course.
This is a 3 year programme (or 4 years with placement)
Alongside your core modules you will pick a number of optional modules. Please note that modules are subject to change and availability.
Where you’ll study
Your faculty
You have a highly active mind and see opportunity everywhere. Now you need theory and life-changing skills to sharpen your approach to management. At the Faculty of Business & Law, you will immerse yourself in a multicultural environment where technology blends with teaching to create a dynamic and innovative learning environment. An environment to help you gain those skills.
