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Diploma in International Business Studies

Diploma in International Business StudiesCourse Introduction

This multidisciplinary programme offers a comprehensive range of business subjects to an advanced level. It will give students a thorough understanding of business and marketing principles, both nationally and internationally. The programme stresses the integration of business within the international environment.

Awarding Body: The Institute of Commercial Management

Schedule: 2 evenings per week 6.15-9.30pm

Duration: Offered twice yearly, October & February, 1 year part-time

Course Aims & Objectives

The programme helps to develop a range of transferable skills in areas such as critical thinking, research, communications and problem solving. Students will have the opportunity to gain specialist experience in management and accounting, international business environment and international trade and finance.

Course Structure:

Semester 1
  1. Economics for Business
  2. Export Office Practice
  3. International Business Communications
  4. Management Theory & Practice
  5. Marketing Management
Semester 2
  1. Accounting
  2. Business Law
  3. International Marketing
  4. International Trade & Payments
  5. Quantitative Methods for Managers

Assessment

To be awarded the Diploma in International Business Studies, students will have to complete written exams, which will be held twice yearly in December & June at the end of each semester.

Career Opportunities

On completion of this programme, students will have the knowledge and skills required to work in a variety of positions on a domestic or international level, such as business administration, research executive, communications or finance positions. The programme is also suitable for managers who require a recognised business studies qualification for career advancement and promotion purposes. It is particularly suited for students who wish to join multinational corporations and organisations involved in exporting.