This degree offers you the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and confidence before you advance to stage one of your honours degree.Our multidisciplinary approach to international business means that you'll graduate with an impressive portfolio of skills in economic analysis, strategy, law, finance, marketing and human resources.You will learn from an experienced team of lecturers who have a strong research profile and excellent business contacts: they draw on live briefs, real time data and topical case studies to keep you up to date with the latest developments in the global business arena.This course is accredited by leading professional bodies the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) (for Sept 2020 entry only), and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), meaning the course is mapped against the skills employers are looking for and provides you with additional awards and/or exemptions towards professional body memberships.<br><br>High-calibre international business graduates can command excellent starting salaries and look forward to rapid career progression. In comparison with more traditional degrees, our BA (Hons) International Business offers a broader and deeper business education which will give you a career advantage. Further qualifications such as the Bloomberg Market Certificate and the Futures Award add extra substance to your CV too.<br><br>On completing the course, you will be well prepared for graduate management and consultancy training opportunities. It could be your stepping stone to senior roles in many rewarding fields including international trade, transport and logistics corporations, financial and investment institutions, government agencies and global business consultancies.<br><br>5 years with optional placement year