International Business (Hons) Technological University of the Shannon

Overview

The benefits of practical experience gained through the work placement element of this course will provide you with an opportunity to consolidate and apply business skills within an international business setting. It is likely to offer you a distinct advantage in securing graduate employment.

This International Business (Hons) programme at the  Technological University of the Shannon  offers an opportunity to study the key international business subjects of accounting, finance, economics, management, marketing, human resource management and computing with a focus on how companies do business in an international setting.

Career Opportunities

Responding to identified employer needs, this programme aims to produce a capable and competent graduate with the ability to work, operate and manage in an internationally focused business environment. In addition to core business subjects in the early semesters of the programme, modules such as International Business Negotiation, Contemporary Issues in International Business, Cultural Diversity and Employability, combine with the mandatory work placement in year three and the applied international research project in final year to leave graduates well placed to pursue a range of opportunities globally. The following list is a small sample of the future career opportunities which may be available to graduates of this programme:

• Business Development Manager

• Diplomat /roles within the Department of Foreign Affairs

• Event Management

• Global Brand Manager

• International Finance Manager

• International Marketing Executive

• Investment Fund Manager

• Logistics and Supply Chain Management

• Management Consultant