International Business Communication (Top-Up)

Overview
English is the language of global business. If you want to improve your English language ability while building skills in management, leadership and communication, this BA (Hons) International Business Communication top-up degree is for you.

You'll discover how to communicate information, ideas and arguments in English – orally, virtually and in writing – so you can effectively communicate with business managers around the globe when you start your career. You'll also develop your analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills and get experience working alongside people from many different cultures and backgrounds.

You can do this undergraduate degree in 1 or 2 years, depending on your level of previous study and your ability to write and speak English.

When you graduate, you'll be set for roles in areas such as international communications, foreign relations, marketing and PR, and finance.

Improve your English in 3 ways:

• dedicated English language classes to improve your vocabulary and grammar

• business communications classes where you'll practise presentations, interviews and writing for business

• living and working with both UK and international students and experiencing life in a welcoming UK city

Other course highlights

• Choose specialist business modules in areas like multicultural management, intercultural perspectives on communication and British culture

• Gain IT skills that complement your studies, making you more attractive to future employers

• Be fully supported by your tutors and our dedicated global team, and join a community with more than 5,000 international and EU students from 150 different countries

• Earn a full BA (Hons) degree in International Business Communication in just 1 or 2 years

Eligibility
This course is open to international, EU and UK students whose first language is not English. A key part of the course is improving your written and spoken business English.

Careers and opportunities
Understanding English is just as essential for a career in international business as business knowledge itself, which is why this course combines the study of both.

You'll graduate with the English language skills and communication, management and leadership techniques you need to work in multiple industries and sectors all around the world.

What areas can you work in with an international business communication (top-up) degree?

With the skills you'll gain on this course, you could work in areas such as:

• international communications

• foreign relations

• marketing and PR

• public services

• finance

• retail and leisure

You could also go on to further study at postgraduate level or start your own business with help and support from the University.

Course Modules

The University of Portsmouth is passionate about creating career-focused modules that do more than support your studies, they empower your academic journey and prepare you for what comes next.

We design modules that have:

• Clear themes and skills development as you progress through each year
• Assessments that feel meaningful, often based on real-world tasks rather than isolated exams
• Career-enhancing opportunities such as placements, live projects, enterprise and volunteering

For a full list of the modules you will study on this course, please visit the link to the course page.

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-international-business-communication-top-up#modules