BA - Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
EU Business School Switzerland
Key Information
Campus location
Geneva, Switzerland
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Jun 2024
Introduction
BA - Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
This program combines a global international relations outlook with the practical skills of business thinking. As corporations expand and blur national boundaries, they operate in a more complex landscape. This specialization provides a solid knowledge of the global economic environment recognizing politics, cross-cultural values and ethics as key components. Students who complete this program are trained to apply a global mindset to conflict management and resolution while considering growth and the bottom line.
Students may choose to study either the six-semester program (option 1) with 210 ECTS or the seven-semester program (option 2) with 240 ECTS.
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Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the institute website for more information.
Curriculum
Option 1: EU Bachelor's Degrees
This is a six-semester, three-year program with 210 ECTS. The first year comprises core courses to provide students with a solid base in all fundamental business areas. Specialization subjects are incorporated from the third semester onwards. On successfully completing six semesters, two final case studies and a dissertation, students earn an internationally accredited bachelor’s degree from EU Business School Switzerland and a state-recognized university bachelor's degree from Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), Spain, (título propio).
Year 1
Semester 1
- Business Management
- Managing People & Organizations
- Marketing & UX
- Impactful Communication
- Finance & Accounting
- Innovative Technology in Business
Semester 2
- Project Management
- Applied Data Analytics
- Economics & Enterprise
- Responsible Management
- Digital Branding, Advertising & Media Channels
- Creativity & Design Thinking
Year 2
Semester 3
- Logistics & Operations
- Digital Business
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Entrepreneurship & Business Development
- Cross-Cultural Business Issues
- International Relations: Theory & Practice
Semester 4
- Strategies in A Disruptive World
- Marketing in Action
- Business Research Methods
- Political Science
- International Organizations
- Diplomacy & Foreign Policy
Year 3
Semester 5
- Creative Business Cases
- Transformational Change Management
- Innovation in Business
- Global Economic Geography
- International Law
- Conflict Management
Semester 6
- Business Consulting & Project Management
- Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Professional Soft Skills
- Social, Company & State Protocol
- Development Studies
- International Peace & Security
Option 2: EU Bachelor's + BA (Hons) in Business Management
This is a seven-semester, three-year program with 240 ECTS. The first-year core courses provide students with a solid base in all fundamental business areas. Specialization subjects are incorporated in the third, fourth and fifth semesters. In the third year, students will focus on business management modules to equip them with key managerial concepts, theories and tools necessary for any business field. Upon the successful completion of two final cases and a dissertation, students graduate with an internationally accredited bachelor’s degree from EU Business School Switzerland and a university bachelor's degree (título propio) awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), Spain. In addition, they will be awarded a state-accredited BA (Hons) in Business Management from the University of Derby, U.K.
Students who wish to further their knowledge in one of the seven specializations can take an additional semester and earn a Diploma of Advanced Studies (título propio) with 30 ECTS awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), Spain.
Year 1
Semester 1
- Business Management
- Managing People & Organizations
- Marketing & UX
- Impactful Communication
- Finance & Accounting
- Innovative Technology in Business
Semester 2
- Project Management
- Applied Data Analytics
- Economics & Enterprise
- Responsible Management
- Digital Branding, Advertising & Media Channels
- Creativity & Design Thinking
Semester 3
- Logistics & Operations
- Digital Business
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Entrepreneurship & Business Development
- Cross-Cultural Business Issues
- International Relations: Theory & Practice
Year 2
Semester 4
- Strategies in A Disruptive World
- Marketing in Action
- Business Research Methods
- Political Science
- International Organizations
- Diplomacy & Foreign Policy
Semester 5
- Creative Business Cases
- Transformational Change Management
- Innovation in Business
- Global Economic Geography
- International Law
- Conflict Management
Year 3
Semester 6
- Global Business & Strategy
- The Business Consultancy Project Part I
- Marketing Across Cultures
Semester 7
- Developing Leadership & Management
- The Business Consultancy Project Part II
- International Entrepreneurship
Program Outcome
Credits: 210 or 240 ECTS
Degree Awarded
Option 1: EU Bachelor’s degrees
- A bachelor's university degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, IQA and certified by eduQua.
- A university bachelor’s degree awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), (título propio), a state-recognized university in Spain.
Option 2: EU Bachelor’s + BA (Hons) in Business Management
- A bachelor's degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, IQA and certified by eduQua.
- A university bachelor’s degree awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), (título propio), a state-recognized university in Spain.
- A state-recognized BA (Hons) in Business Management from University of Derby, U.K.
Learning Outcomes
Students learn how to analyze information gathered from reliable sources, and will also learn how to effectively share their insights and assessments with others. In addition, students who take this program will also:
- Identify the theoretical tools necessary to understand the international system.
- Analyze how and why diplomacy is conducted.
- Demonstrate skills related to working in a multicultural environment.
- Sharpen political-thinking skills through real case study analysis and problem-solving approaches.
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Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts in International Relations degree provides students with knowledge of all major business areas as well as a specialist skillset in the field of international relations. Subjects include conflict management and diplomacy and foreign policy. Students who successfully complete this degree may be interested in the following job positions.
- Lobbyist
- Trade Officer
- Global Policy Analyst
- International Business Development Manager