International Business University of Leeds

Overview

You’ll develop the knowledge, analytical and interpersonal skills needed to manage complex organisations across national borders, especially in international trade, foreign direct investment, licensing and franchising and international supply chain management.

Optional modules include managing global value chains and management decision-making, as well as a range of beginners’ languages modules. 

This course offers pathways from year 2, which allow you to tailor your course to your specific interests or professional aspirations. The pathways provide modules that can be taken in particular areas and can be followed through to your final year. 

Career

Whether your career aspirations lie within government departments, consultancy firms, small and medium-sized enterprises or large multinational enterprises, this course will give you a vital understanding of the challenges, opportunities and processes of international business.

This International Business programme offered by the University of Leeds is designed to prepare you for roles in a range of international business settings, with emphasis placed on export management, supply chain management, strategic analysis, business development, business and foreign market analysis, and a variety of marketing management positions.

Accreditation

The International Business degrees are accredited by the Institute of Export & International Trade which allows you to acquire an exporting qualification after your studies and strengthens your job prospects in international trade.