International Business BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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**Explore the factors that affect global business. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills you’ll need to be an international business leader.**Specialise in international finance or global marketing while you study the global business world.As part of this course, you’ll:- Build expertise and understanding about core business functions as you take an international perspective- Gain valuable knowledge of the regulations and processes governing international trade- Practice collecting, ...Read more


Explore the factors that affect global business. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills you’ll need to be an international business leader.

Specialise in international finance or global marketing while you study the global business world.As part of this course, you’ll:- Build expertise and understanding about core business functions as you take an international perspective- Gain valuable knowledge of the regulations and processes governing international trade- Practice collecting, analysing, and evaluating information and data on international markets and firms- Learn to understand and critically appraise contemporary issues and policy debates as they apply to international business- Use research to support your problem-solving and understand how to improve products and services in the world of business- Develop a strong global outlook and key theoretical knowledge in relation to international business, to prepare for postgraduate study or employment


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Shaping the global economy

The globalisation of trade, transatlantic trade agreements and the UK's Brexit decision are factors which continue to reshape the economic landscape. This course will enable you to develop the skills you’ll need to analyse the economic environment and pursue a career in international business.


Networking with industry

Leeds Business School has strong industry links within the city and wider region. This will provide you with a range of opportunities to enhance your employability skills. You’ll have access to our guest lecture programme. Past speakers include the CEO of the London Stock Exchange, Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, past Chair and President of the Academy of Marketing, Chief Executive of the British Bankers Association, the Chief Economist of Yorkshire Bank and the Editor of Cosmopolitan. To view and register for any upcoming guest lectures, visit our university events webpage.


Develop your practical experience

Apply your knowledge in real-world settings with an optional year-long placement in industry.


Why study International Business at Leeds Beckett University...

- Take a practical course that will allow you to improve your problem-solving abilities- Gain real-world experience to boost your employability prospects- Change your global perspective by taking a semester studying abroad- Use our dedicated Employability Office to secure placement opportunities and prepare yourself for the world of work- Learn from and network with industry leaders at Leeds Business School's guest lecture series

Key stats

WUSCA ranking
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23/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
85th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
66th
Business Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
Employment rate
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95%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Business Studies graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Business Studies graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
K
Kane
21 Feb 24

Leeds is a top city and the staff are very friendly and helpful...Read more

J
Joseph
20 Feb 24

The facilities are great, with good and well priced food..Read more

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112 Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

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A minimum of 72 points from two A levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.

GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade C or above (Grade 4 for those sitting their GCSE from 2017 onwards) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy/Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs.

Popular A-level subjects

Business Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
65%
Economics
17%
Psychology
17%
English Language
15%
History
14%
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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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16,000 per year

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K
Kane
21 Feb 24
International Business BA (Hons)
Leeds is a top city and the staff are very friendly and helpful....
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J
Joseph
20 Feb 24
International Business BA (Hons)
The facilities are great, with good and well priced food...
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