Business Management (Modern Languages) (Hons) Swansea University

Overview

This Business Management (Modern Languages) (Hons) degree offered at Swansea University is ideal for those who have an interest in both business management and modern languages. It encompasses essential aspects of business and management, while also giving you the opportunity to acquire competence in a modern language. 

In the first year, you will explore various languages through taster sessions, allowing you to experience Mandarin, French, Italian, German, and Spanish before selecting one language as your focus. During the second and third years of your study, you will focus on one selected language.

 In the second year, you will follow Beginners’ language modules, while in the third year, you'll advance to the intermediate level. As your studies progress you will also learn how to use your foreign language in a professional environment.

Why this degree?

• Accredited by nationally recognised bodies, including CMI which is the only organisation that can award Chartered Manager status – the highest accolade for leaders and managers
• Tailor your course to suit your interests and career goals – choose from a huge selection of optional modules
• Get real-world know-how from our world-leading lecturers with unrivalled experience in both industry and academia

• A diverse student body from over 60 different countries

Your Experience

Business Management (Modern Languages) at Swansea is a flexible degree providing you with the option to study abroad for a year or work in industry between your second and final year of studies. This can give you a real competitive advantage and broaden your horizons when it comes to finding employment.

Our broad selection of optional modules from the second and third years allows you to shape the degree towards specific fields of interest.

Teaching at Swansea is research led and our staff have hands-on experience of theory and practice, meaning you can benefit from their academic expertise and real-world know-how.

Employment opportunities

Whether your target is Shell UK, Marks & Spencer, Bloomberg or Tata, this degree makes you a strong candidate for any potential employer. Your next step could lie in any of these roles:

• Events Manager
• Journalism, media and public relations
• Data Scientist
• International Business Professional
• Management Consultant
• Business Development Manager