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M.A. International Business and English
University of Portsmouth
| Start date: | September 2013 |
| Duration full-time: | 12 months |
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| Delivery mode: | On Campus |
| Educational variant: | Full-time |
Description
Designed for those for whom English is not their first language, this course will prepare you for working in an international environment where communication in English is desirable or essential. In particular, you will be given:
A sound academic understanding of a range of key international business and organisational contexts.
The opportunity to develop your ability to use English effectively as an international business language in a variety of contexts.
An understanding of the cultural factors affecting communication.
A critical awareness of current issues in business informed by leading-edge research and practice.
You will study the following units:
International Business Communication
Economics Workshops and Professional Development
Economics in Business
Principles of Economic and Quantitative Analysis
Strategic Management and Global Marketing
Research Methods and Dissertation
Contents
Teaching and assessment
A variety of teaching methods are employed, which range from formal lectures and tutorials to student presentations, in-class exercises and computer-based sessions. This variety is an important element in optimising the learning process and your experience. You will also be required to spend time reading around the lecture material and undertaking self directed learning. Some units are course assessed, some by time-constrained examinations and others through a combination of the two.
Career prospects
Upon completion of the course, many employment opportunities will be open to you in organisations all over the world. The degree is very suitable for entry to the public or state sector. Career opportunities include commercial, industrial and public sector managers, as well as many other jobs with responsibility for decision-making.
Requirements
A good honours degree in a business, management or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.
English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 or equivalent, with a minimum score of 6.0 in all individual components.
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 6.5 |
| CAE score: | 75(Grade B) |
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
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