International Business with Japanese MA (Hons)

Combine the study of business with Japanese to prepare for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations. <br/><br/>Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:<br/><br/><br/>* authentic leadership <br/><br/><br/>* ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour<br/><br/><br/>* entrepreneurial practice<br/><br/><br/>* effective communication<br/><br/><br/>This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including: <br/><br/><br/>* accountancy and finance <br/><br/><br/>* strategy <br/><br/><br/>* marketing <br/><br/><br/>* human resource management <br/><br/><br/>* data analytics <br/><br/><br/>* entrepreneurship and innovation <br/><br/><br/>You can draw on a range of disciplines outside business, particularly in Years 1 and 2, which include: <br/><br/><br/>* psychology <br/><br/><br/>* law <br/><br/><br/>* economics <br/><br/><br/>* sociology <br/><br/><br/>* art and design <br/><br/><br/>* history <br/><br/><br/>* mathematics <br/><br/><br/>**Japanese**<br/><br/>Over the past 150 years, Japan has experienced change at breakneck pace, but has nevertheless retained its fascinating cultural heritage. <br/><br/>Study with us, and you will develop the language and critical skills to engage with this dynamic society. <br/><br/>In Years 1 and 2, you will study the Japanese language from beginner, post-beginner or advanced level, depending on your existing language skills. You will use your language abroad in Year 3.<br/><br/>You will also gain an appreciation of Japans place in East Asia, now one of the worlds most important and influential regions. <br/><br/>**International business**<br/><br/>You will specialise in international business in Year 2 and you will have a compulsory study year abroad in Year 3 at one of our international partner institutions in a Japanese-speaking country. <br/><br/>**Year abroad**<br/><br/>You will experience at first hand different cultures and approaches and develop your understanding of the international environment, including foreign language study. <br/><br/>**Who the programme is for**<br/><br/>This programme is particularly suitable if you are looking for a breadth of international business understanding. The programme is appropriate for those aspiring to undertake a career in international management, and those seeking further educational opportunities. <br/><br/>**Environment for learning**<br/><br/>We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey. <br/><br/>We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies. <br/><br/>**Further development opportunities**<br/><br/>You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Award supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches: <br/><br/><br/>* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2) <br/><br/><br/>* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4) <br/><br/><br/>You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes. There is also a peer support programme for Japanese.