EU Business School Barcelona

BA (Hons) in Business Management (International Business)

Year 1

Semester 1

• Understanding People in Organizations
• Developing an Enterprising Mindset
• Business Economics

Semester 2

• Finance & Business Performance
• Operations, Supply Chain & IT
• Marketing Fundamentals

Year 2

Semester 3

• Quantitative Skills for Business
• Sustainability & Responsible Management
• International Political Economy

Semester 4

• Applied Operations Management
• Managing Performance Through People
• Sustainable supply chains

Year 3

Semester 5

• Global Business & Strategy
• The Business Consultancy Project Part I
• Marketing Across Cultures

Semester 6

• Developing Leadership and Management
• The Business Consultancy Project Part II
• Sustainable Development & International Business Law

Credits: 180 ECTS

Degree Awarded

• A U.K. state-accredited BA (Hons) in Business Management (Enterprise) degree from University of Derby, U.K.
• This BA (Hons) program is additionally accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which gives students the possibility of achieving an extra international qualification: CMI's Diploma in Management and Leadership.

Learning Outcomes

The BA (Hons) in Business Management (International Business) provides students with key competencies in core business areas and a specialized skill set in their chosen pathway. They will acquire practical skills with direct application to real-world business scenarios and develop the agile, innovative thinking essential for success in a global business environment. Objectives include:

• Have acquired subject specific terminology and expertise in their chosen subject area(s) and be able to demonstrate competence in the application of subject relevant theories.
• Be able to develop and express ideas appropriate to their chosen undergraduate program.
• Have demonstrated understanding and knowledge of specific subjects appropriate for successful progression on their chosen undergraduate program.
• Demonstrate the ability to access and utilize a variety of information sources for research purposes.

The BA (Hons) in Business Management with a pathway in international business provides students with the skillset they need to succeed in the increasingly globalized business world. Students who successfully complete this degree may be interested in the following job positions:

Purchasing Manager

Purchasing managers are responsible for creating and executing purchasing strategies within an organization. They will source and select vendors, negotiate prices and contractual terms and conditions, make orders, track deliveries and monitor and forecast future demand levels, among others. Building trust with suppliers and clearly communicating and detailing product technical information is key for success.

The skills required to become a purchasing manager include negotiation, data collection and analysis as well as leadership.

International Sales Manager

Selling products overseas is the responsibility of international sales managers. Usually in charge of a specific geographical area, they work to optimize their product’s presence, distribution and sales abroad within budget and to achieve an organization’s objectives. To succeed, these professionals need to have an in-depth understanding of the culture, laws and market dynamics of the country in which they are selling.

An international sales manager will have strong interpersonal and communication skills for establishing trust with clients. They will be analytical, proactive and detailed in research and good with numbers. Knowledge of finance is needed.

Business Development Manager

Business development managers create and implement business plans to grow a company. They look for opportunities in current markets by expanding into new sectors or overseas. To succeed in international markets, knowledge of local cultures, languages, government regulations, competitors and markets is required. These professionals look to expand current client portfolios and make new contacts. Competitor and market information must be collected and analyzed by a professional within this area.

Analytical, communication, research and numerical skills are needed for the position of business development manager.

Program Manager

Program managers coordinate all projects that take place within an organization to ensure that they are aligned. They work toward accomplishing the organization’s overriding long-term goals and mission statement. With a global vision of the strategic direction needed by an organization, program managers develop new project proposals and request funding for their implementation, as well as track current project progress. Knowledge of industry standards and the latest state-of-the-art processes and technology are needed.

Program managers require high project management and leadership skills. These professionals must also be highly organized and possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Areas of Work

The BA (Hons) in Business Management with a pathway in international business provides students with an in-depth knowledge of management and international operations. Graduates of this degree may be interested in working in the following sectors and professional areas:

• International Product Management
• Management Consulting
• International Project Management
• International Management Consultancy