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Email:admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0) 1752 585858
University of Plymouth
Drake Circus
Plymouth
PL4 8AA
Explore global business dynamics and innovation. Understand how organisations thrive across cultures. This course prepares you for a career in international business through enterprise-focused study and cross-cultural insight.
Flexible pathways
Choose between a one-year (Level 6 only) or two-year (Level 5 and 6) programme to suit your background, offering top-up routes from foundation degrees and placement opportunities for hands-on experience.
Industry-focused curriculum
Study modules aligned with today’s international business landscape, including global supply chains, trade and finance and communications tailored for a diverse workforce.
Expert-led teaching and support
Learn from experienced academics and industry professionals who deliver high-quality teaching alongside exceptional personal guidance.
This course is for you if...
you want to explore how global businesses operate across cultures and borders
you’re looking for a flexible way to top up to an honours degree
you’re keen to gain real-world skills in areas like supply chains, trade, finance and business communication
you get a buzz from solving real business challenges and making things happen in the international marketplace
Level 5
Build essential skills in financial analysis, strategic decision-making, marketing and people management. You’ll explore how data informs business choices, examine consumer behaviour in digital markets and learn to manage teams effectively, including the role of AI in shaping workplace practices – laying a strong foundation for success in international business.
Note: ELC205 Professional and Academic Communication is only available to students who are non-native speakers.
Optional placement
If you're on the two-year route, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a placement between your first and second year.
This extended period of professional experience allows you to apply your learning in a real-world setting, build practical skills and gain valuable insight into the international business sector – preparing you for final-stage study and future employment.
Level 6
Sharpen your strategic thinking and leadership skills while exploring how global businesses innovate, compete and improve performance. You’ll examine international marketing, strategy and HR management in a global context, gaining insight into how multinational corporations operate across diverse markets and cultures. Alongside this, you’ll develop a viable business concept, enhance your employability through dedicated career development and learn how organisations drive improvement through lean operations, agility and quality management – preparing you to lead with confidence in the global marketplace.
Note: ELC316 Professional Business Communication is only available to students who are non-native speakers.
For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly
For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly
The following entry points are available for this course:
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This top-up option requires applicants to evidence previous study at degree level.
For Level 5 entry, applicants should have completed a Level 4 qualification equivalent to 120 credits at Level 4 in a Business subject. Examples include: Higher National Certificate (HNC), Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE), one year of study on a Foundation Degree, or equivalent.
Level 6 entry, applicants should have completed a Level 5 qualification equivalent to 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5 in a Business subject. Examples include: Higher National Diploma (HND), Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE), Foundation Degree, or equivalent.
It is expected that such qualifications will include a significant focus on: marketing, organisational behaviour/people management, accounting/finance, and economics.
Please contact us ahead of applying to confirm the suitability of your qualification:
Please ensure that you clearly indicate within your personal statement which level of entry you are interested in.
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With 5.5 in all elements. |
Full details of English Language requirements can be found on our website.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements
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Email:admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0) 1752 585858
Drake Circus
Plymouth
PL4 8AA
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