International Business Management (with Placement Year)

Master the complexities of international business management, and get the knowledge and skills you need to step into a management role.

If you want to gain fresh and relevant knowledge and skills and thrive in today’s globally-connected, fast-paced and ever-changing business world, this is the course for you.

Join us in the truly international city of Cambridge, where you’ll explore topics such as sustainability, intercultural management, and innovation, and have plenty of opportunities to gain practical experience and build your network with our extensive industry connections.

Why ARU?

• Learn how to analyse, design and deliver management solutions in an international context

• Gain invaluable real-world experience in Cambridge, a renowned hub of innovation and diversity

• Develop a deep understanding of sustainability, responsible business practices and intercultural management through hands-on activities

• Develop the intercultural awareness to work and communicate effectively in an international business context

• Find work experience and build your network using our strong industry connections

Course Modules

Year 1

• Principles of Digital Marketing (30 credits)

• How to do Business (30 credits)

• Financial Environment and Analysis (15 credits)

• International Business and Market Dynamics (15 credits)

• Organisational Behaviour and AI (Future of Work) (30 credits)

• Into ARU

Year 2

• International Business (30 credits)

• Global Political Economy (15 credits)

• Elevate 2: Entrepreneurship and Consultancy (30 credits)

• Project Management and Implementation (30 credits)

• Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

Placement year

Year 4

• International Business Strategy and Practice (30 credits)

• Sustainability and Responsible Business (30 credits)

• International Intercultural Management (30 credits)

• Undergraduate Major Project EIB (30 credits)

You can expect an interesting mix of coursework, essays, exams and activity-based assignments. Your coursework could include problem-solving activities, consultancy projects, presentations and group or individual reports. You'll also be able to access support materials supported by materials accessed through our learning management system (Canvas).

All assessment is designed to allow you to demonstrate what you’ve learned, and to make sure you’re developing the knowledge and skills you need to successfully complete the course.