International Business (with placement year)

Embrace the world of global business and learn to navigate different national business practices.

Our unique Authentic Business Learning approach immerses you in live business projects and gives you the opportunity to collaborate with real businesses, ensuring you're ready for your future career. Explore the diverse world of global business with modules on the world economy, international marketing, and emerging markets. Learn about key business functions such as finance, marketing and project management, preparing you for the challenges faced by today's global managers.

In your second year, you can take advantage of our exclusive partnership with ESSEC, one of Europe’s leading business schools in France. Learn from world-renowned academics and gain insights from top European industries.

You can also gain real-world experience before you graduate with a placement year. Our Centre for Professional Success experts will assist you in applying for placements and internships.

Why study at Hull?

• Learn from world-leading academics: Spend a trimester studying in France at one of Europe’s top business schools, as well as access to our own professionally recognised business school academics throughout your studies.
• Real world experience: Access our wide-ranging network of business partners to complete placements at some of the UK’s biggest brands.
• Sustainable approach: Our Business School is a member of the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), meaning you’ll develop the skills to be both a successful and sustainable leader.

Where could this take you?

Our International Business degree quite literally opens a world of opportunity as you use the skills, experience and knowledge you’ve gained to succeed in global business. From becoming your own boss with global reach, to joining an industry that builds on your skillset, we’ll support you to find placements and employer projects that help you find your perfect career.

Core modules include:

Accounting and Finance
International Marketing
Business Ecosystems and Environmental Analysis
Emerging Markets
Business Strategies
Understanding Entrepreneurship

Optional Modules include:

Disruptive and Emerging Technologies
Cross Cultural Management
Global Logistics and International Trade
Organisational Management
Assessing Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Sustainable Business and Innovation

All modules are subject to availability and this list may change

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.

Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.

Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.