International Business Management with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

At Surrey Business School, we are renowned for our world-class research, dynamic learning environment and strong industry links.<br/><br/>Our BSc International Business Management **(with Foundation Year)** course offers a large choice of elective modules and gives you the opportunity to explore our globalised economy and how organisations of all sizes start, run and thrive in international markets.<br/><br/>**Why choose this course**<br/>• On our International Business Management BSc, you’ll be part of a supportive, international, and friendly community as you gain in-depth business knowledge and an understanding of the core theories, practices and techniques of managing global businesses. <br/><br/>• Our academics are innovative in delivering engaging learning sessions that bring together theory and practice, supported by real-life global case studies for your intellectual and professional development. <br/><br/>• You’ll have excellent opportunities to experience international business in action, through our exchange programme, as well as the chance to do a placement, study abroad on your placement year, or learn a new language for free with our Global Graduate Award in Languages.<br/><br/>• We encourage our students to be entrepreneurial, providing opportunities to engage with real business problems and deliver creative and practical solutions to managerial challenges. <br/><br/>• Our course is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). <br/><br/>**What you will study**<br/>• We provide a comprehensive business management education with an international perspective – ideal if you have international aspirations. <br/><br/>• You will explore how organisations thrive in global markets. <br/><br/>• You will examine the dynamics of managing people, strategy, trade, finances, operations, and marketing in a global context. <br/><br/>• You will evaluate real life business challenges and propose solutions. <br/><br/>• You will enhance your skills and credentials ready for a career in international business.<br/><br/>We’re always looking to make it easier to access the education we offer, so we have launched the option of taking a degree with a foundation year.<br/><br/>A foundation year is an extra year of study at the start of your course that leads in to a full degree programme. It’s a great option if:<br/><br/>• You don’t have the grades for a full degree course<br/>• You have non-traditional qualifications or experience<br/>• You’re starting university after some time away from education<br/>• You’re looking for more support during the transition into university study.<br/><br/>During a foundation year you’ll learn about your chosen subject, develop your study skills and get used to university life. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree course.<br/><br/>As a foundation year student, you’ll be a full student of the University and part of our community. You’ll have access to all our campus facilities and support.