Awarded by Anglia Ruskin University, UK
This course provides an overview of essential skills for the practice of management in an international business context. It covers practical applications of management including: setting a mission and vision for the global business enterprise; developing a global business plan; conducting research in an international environment; understanding the nuances of cultural, legal, political and regulatory differences; and using technology to support global trade. Material is presented in the form of readings, practical applications, and self assessments.
As the world becomes a global marketplace, many businesses seek to expand their operations across national borders. Multinational corporations from various industries work with international clients and suppliers. The BA (Hons) in International Management focus specifically on learning cross-cultural skills and international business management.
When you graduate you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a sound appreciation of management practice, including human resources, marketing, accounting and finance and information management.
- Understand how businesses function and how they interact with their environment.
- Appreciate the wider global picture - and how business operates within it.
- Show a real awareness and understanding of contemporary global business issues.
On a more practical level, you will be able to:
- Apply business theory to a range of contemporary business challenges.
- Work effectively in a number of roles within a team.
- Plan and execute research projects.
- Effectively communicate results at whatever level is appropriate to the audience.
Entry Requirements
- Pass STPM/ A Level with minimum 3 principals; OR
- Pass Foundation/Pre-University/Matriculation in related field; OR
- Pass SM3 UEC with grade B in 5 subjects; OR
- Pass Diploma in related field; OR
- Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government
Students with a recognized Diploma in related field will be given advanced standing into the Degree programme.
International Students
For non-Malaysian citizens, please refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency’s (MQA) List of Overseas Qualifications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System (PDF) to see if you qualify for this course.
Programme Structure
| Year 1 | |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Business Environment | Analysis of Business |
| Learning & Skills Development in Business | Managing People, Finance and Marketing |
| Bahasa Kebangsaan A / B* | Moral / Islamic Studies* |
| Open Elective: | Open Elective: |
| Introduction To Business Law | Business in Focus |
| English fo Study 1 | Web Design for Business |
| Business Communication | |
| English fo Study 1 | |
| Introduction to Business Law | |
| Year 2 | |
|---|---|
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
| International Business | Information Systems |
| Research Skills | |
| Malaysian Studies* | |
| Open Elective: | Open Elective: |
| Business Economics | Advanced Financial Accounting |
| Financial Accounting | Budgeting, Planning and Control |
| Independent Learning Module | Company Law for Business 1 |
| Intermediate Macroeconomics | Environmental Issues & Policies |
| International Banking | Independent Learning Module |
| Management Accounting | Intermediate Microeconomics |
| Marketing Management | International Capital Markets |
| Principles of Human Resource Management | Managing Organisational Change |
| Marketing Communications | |
| Marketing Research | |
| Performance and Reward Management | |
| Year 3 | |
|---|---|
| Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
| Undergraduate Major Project | Undergraduate Major Project |
| Strategic Management | Ethics and Governance |
| Open Elective: | Open Elective: |
| Advanced Corporate Reporting | Business to Business Marketing |
| Independent Learning Module | Financial management |
| International Marketing | Independent Learning Module |
| Taxation of UK Corporate Organisations | Internet Marketing and e-Commerce |
| Taxation of Malaysian Corporate Organisations | Retail Marketing |
| The Practice of Marketing | Small Business Management |
| Strategic Management Accounting | |
| Strategic Marketing: A Contemporary Review | |
* Not applicable for international students
Career Opportunities
There are many potential Career Opportunities Anglia Ruskin University will prepare you for. Fields that fall into this category are as follows: International Account Executive, International Product Manager, International Purchasing Agent, Foreign Exchange Trader, and International Real Estate Agent. There is an increased need for graduates that have experience with international business law, trade, finance, and marketing. With this in mind, a degree in International Management from Anglia Ruskin University will create opportunities you never thought feasible.
