BA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS WITH A LANGUAGE

International Business with a Language

Overview

With China’s growing presence in international markets and its rising influence on global economics, a sound knowledge of international business issues is becoming increasingly important for university graduates seeking roles in both international and Chinese organisations. The BA International Business with a Language programme aims to enhance your employability by equipping you with:

  • a broad and comprehensive knowledge of international business issues
  • knowledge of functional areas of business and management in an international context
  • communication skills in both English and an additional language (Chinese, Spanish or Japanese)

International Business with a Language (IBL) Programme has been granted as National Top Programme in 2020, Jiangsu Brand Programme in 2019, and Jiangsu Brand Programme for International Talents Training in 2021.

Why should I study International Business with a Language at XJTLU?

  • Take advantage of internships with and field trips to Fortune 500 multinational companies within the Suzhou Industrial Park area of Suzhou and the greater Yangtze River region
  • Learn from a curriculum that combines traditional business theories with broader theoretical knowledge and practical studies of the key success factors that influence business in an international context
  • Gain new language skills
  • Earn two degrees: an XJTLU degree from the Chinese Ministry of Education and a globally recognised degree from the University of Liverpool, a member of the Russell Group of leading UK universities.

 

Knowledge and skills

By the time you graduate from the BA International Business with a Language, you will have:

  • knowledge of the key principles of doing international business with an understanding of the complexities of the international business environment
  • the ability to reflect critically on the operation and strategies of international businesses
  • the skills to communicate effectively in English, as well as in Chinese, Spanish or Japanese
  • broad and comprehensive knowledge of international business issues and the relatedness and interaction of many functional areas of business and management in an international context
  • the demonstrated skills, competencies and understanding required to operate appropriately, ethically, productively and with confidence when managing businesses in the international arena, especially in countries where the language of study is spoken.

BA International Business with a Language programme provides comprehensive knowledge of international as well as Chinese business practice with language training in Chinese, Spanish or Japanese and exciting internships and research opportunities to fulfill diverse career goals.

Dr Xinyi Zhou

Programme Director

Modules

*Programme modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.


Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University offers a wide range of courses in the first year, including English for academic purposes (EAP), mathematics and physics, and humanities and social sciences. Click to learn more.

The international environment in this programme gave me the opportunity to work with students from different cultural backgrounds for group assignments and team presentations. In addition, the workshops and exchange programme really helped me improve my communication skills and enabled me to have a flexible mindset.

Ziran Sun

Student, BA International Business with a Language, China

Careers

There is a growing need for multilingual graduates with international business knowledge and experience. Study and summer school abroad opportunities in countries where the target language is spoken as well as internship opportunities in multinational organisations provide students with the skills to respond to the dynamic and volatile international business environment of today. Graduates from this programme will be well-prepared for further, more specialised postgraduate study or careers in different functional areas of business including marketing, management, import-export, logistics and general administration.

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