International Business with a Language, BA, at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU)

International Business with a Language, BA, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU)

China

Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU)

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
BA	Full-time	3 - 4 years	September	CNY 88000 per year	CNY 88000 per year

About International Business with a Language, BA - at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU)

With China's growing presence in international markets and its rising influence on global economics, a sound knowledge of international business issues is becoming increasingly important for university graduates seeking roles in both international and Chinese organisations. The BA International Business with a Language programme aims to enhance your employability by equipping you with:

a broad and comprehensive knowledge of international business issues
knowledge of functional areas of business and management in an international context
communication skills in both English and an additional language (Chinese or Spanish).

Why should I study International Business with a Language at XJTLU?

Undertake internships at, and field trips to, Fortune 500 multinational companies within Suzhou Industrial Park and the greater Yangtze River region
Study a curriculum that combines traditional business theories with a broader theoretical and practical knowledge of other key success factors influencing business in an international context
Gain new language skills
Earn two degrees: an XJTLU degree from the Chinese Ministry of Education and a globally recognised degree from the University of Liverpool, a member of the Russell Group of leading UK universities.

Accreditation

International Business School Suzhou (IBSS) is one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to be accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), a globally recognised standard for the highest quality in business education. Only five per cent of business schools worldwide have been awarded the accreditation and IBSS is the youngest school ever to have achieved it.

Knowledge and skills

By the time you graduate from the BA International Business with a Language programme, you will be able to:

understand the key principles of doing international business
understand the complexities of the international business environment
reflect critically on the operation and strategies of international businesses
communicate effectively in English, as well as in Chinese or Spanish
demonstrate a broad and comprehensive knowledge of international business issues and the relatedness and interaction of many functional areas of business and management in an international context
demonstrate skills, competencies and understanding required to operate appropriately, ethically, productively and with confidence when managing businesses in the international arena, especially in countries where the language of study is spoken.

Modules

Year One
Most students start their studies in Year One, where they take a range of interesting content and language modules to equip them with the core skills they need in the later years of their degree. These skills include a basic level of ability in their chosen additional language. However, some students are able to enter directly into Year Two of this programme, if they possess appropriate qualifications.
Year Two
- Introduction to organisation and management
- Managing across borders
- Fundamentals of marketing
- Foundations of finance
- Economic principles for business and markets
- Introduction to human resource management
- Language option: Chinese I or Spanish I
- English language and study skills for business.
Year Three
Compulsory modules:
- Corporate social responsibility
- International labour markets
- International business law
- International employment relations
- International development
- Language option: Chinese II or Spanish II.
Elective modules:
- International management
- International finance.
Year Four
Compulsory modules:
- Business in the Asia-Pacific region
- International economic relations
- Strategic management and business policy
- Final year project
- Language option: Chinese III or Spanish III.
Elective modules:
- International human resource management
- International marketing.

Careers

There is a growing need for multilingual graduates with international business knowledge and experience. The BA International Business with a Language programme gives students the theoretical knowledge and the practical business and language skills needed to succeed in today's workplace. In addition, internship opportunities in multinational organisations make students from this programme ideally positioned to meet the demand for staff who can respond to the dynamic and volatile international business environment we see today.

Notes about fees for this course

International students
RMB 88,000 per academic year
Early bird discount
All international students who accept their offer by 1 May 2018 will automatically qualify for a RMB 8,000 early bird discount.
Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan students
RMB 88,000 per academic year
Early bird discount
All Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan students who accept their offer by 1 May 2018 will automatically qualify for a RMB 8,000 early bird discount.
Mainland Chinese students
RMB 88,000 per academic year

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Please visit the entry requirements page for the comprehensive list of qualifications required to study at XJTLU.

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