International Business Management with a Modern Language Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Course Overview - International Business Management with a Modern Language Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Our International Business Management with a Language programme equips students with the knowledge, skills, and global outlook needed to succeed in the dynamic world of international business. Combining a strong foundation in business and management with the study of either French or Spanish, this degree offers a unique interdisciplinary approach that prepares graduates for careers in globally connected organisations.
The programme focuses on key areas of business and management, including marketing, entrepreneurship, people management, and international business strategy. ...
Our International Business Management with a Language programme equips students with the knowledge, skills, and global outlook needed to succeed in the dynamic world of international business. Combining a strong foundation in business and management with the study of either French or Spanish, this degree offers a unique interdisciplinary approach that prepares graduates for careers in globally connected organisations.
The programme focuses on key areas of business and management, including marketing, entrepreneurship, people management, and international business strategy. Courses are taught with an international perspective, enabling students to develop critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and teamworking skills highly valued by employers worldwide.
Alongside this, students will take six courses dedicated to language study, developing proficiency in either French or Spanish.
In Year 3, students will spend one semester abroad at a French or Spanish Business School where they will study in their chosen language.
In the final year, the dissertation offers the opportunity to undertake an in-depth investigation into a business topic of their choice whilst engaging in more advanced business courses and extending proficiency in their chosen language.
Please visit our website for further information on our 3 year honours degrees
This programme is ideal for students seeking a career in international business contexts where multilingual and intercultural communication skills are essential assets.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A75-J40
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
B,B,C
including B in French or Spanish. For entry to Year 2: BBB including French or Spanish and one of the following: Accountancy, Business, Economics or Maths.
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
Pass
HNC with B in a graded unit, plus French or Spanish at equivalent of Higher/A Level B for entry to Year 1. For Year 2 entry: HNC in Business or Supply Chain Management with A in graded unit, plus French or Spanish at equivalent of Higher/A Level B. HNC must include 120 SCQF credit points.
Scottish HND
Pass
HND with BB in a graded unit for entry to Year 1, plus French or Spanish at equivalent of Higher/A Level B. For Year 2 entry: HND in Business or Supply Chain Management with BB in graded units, plus French or Spanish at equivalent of Higher/A Level B.
Scottish Higher
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent) is required.
Scottish Advanced Higher
B,B
including French or Spanish plus one of the following: Accounting, Business, Economics or Maths, plus AABB at Higher for entry to Year 2.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
29.0
including Higher Level 5 in French or Spanish for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: A total of 34 points including Higher Level 6 in French or Spanish, plus Higher Level Business Management at 6.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
in relevant subject plus French or Spanish at equivalent of Higher/A Level B, for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDM in Business relevant subject plus French or Spanish at equivalent of Higher/A Level B.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Applicants must also demonstrate language level equivalent to Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Scottish HNC
Pass
Pass HNC with B in the graded unit. Applicants must also demonstrate language level equivalent to Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language
Scottish HND
Pass
Standard Entry Requirements: Pass HND with BB in the graded unit. Applicants must also demonstrate language level equivalent to Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language Minimum entry requirements: Pass HND with BC/CB in the graded unit. Applicants must also demonstrate language level equivalent to Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language
A level
B,B,B
A Levels must include chosen language and Accountancy/Business/Economics/Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTEC must be in a relevant subject and applicants must demonstrate language level equivalent to Adv Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language
Scottish Advanced Higher
B,B
Adv Highers must include chosen language and Accountancy/Business/Economics/Maths plus Higher AABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Scottish HNC
Pass
Standard Entry Requirements: Pass HNC with A in the graded unit. HN must be in Business and applicants must demonstrate language level equivalent to Adv Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language Minimum entry requirements: Pass HNC with B in the graded unit. HN must be in Business and applicants must demonstrate language level equivalent to Adv Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language
Scottish HND
Pass
Pass HND with BB in the graded units. HN must be in Business or Supply Chain Management. Applicants must also demonstrate language level equivalent to Adv Higher/A Level/IB in chosen language
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £20,880 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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