Masters in INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS and MODERN LANGUAGES
Masters in INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS and MODERN LANGUAGES Why study International Business and Modern Languages at Strathclyde? International Business and Modern Languages (IBML) is an Integrated Masters degree programme designed for those who wish to acquire a firm foundation in essential business subjects at the same time as developing the ability to conduct business in a foreign language. An important feature of this degree is that it offers a broadly-based introduction to business subjects and other relevant skills while allowing you to specialise in your main business subject. During the first three years you combine the study of business subjects with modern languages. The language courses are designed to be Business relevant and Year 4 is spent at a business school overseas. Degree Structure The Integrated Masters in International Business and Modern Languages is differentiated from the other degrees on offer in the Business School by a specialised core curriculum in International Business. You can choose to follow two languages to Masters level or choose one language to Masters level and use the other language stream to study a selection of languages, eg Mandarin, German, alongisde your main language. Business Subjects Business Analysis and Technology Business Enterprise Economics Finance Hospitality and Tourism Management Human Resource Management Management Marketing Modern Languages French Italian Spanish
Year 4 The fourth year is spent at a business school in the country of your modern language, where you attend a prescribed set of classes in which you sit end-of-term/ year examinations. Year 4 of the Integrated Masters programme concentrates on providing students with the opportunity to enhance their fluency skills by studying overseas for one year at a partner institution. All classes are taken in the foreign language. We encourage students to take a wide selection of business subjects to enhance their understanding of International Business and cultural differences. This year enables students to see business from a different perspective, experience different teaching and learning methods and meet new friends from across the globe. Years 1-3 Each year centres around the core specialist classes in International Business and the Management Development Programme. In Year 1, in addition to International Business and Management Development, you choose two main languages, or one main language with an elective language to be studied for one year. You will also take two business subjects. In Years 2 and 3, you will continue with your chosen Business Subject and two main languages, or one main language with an elective language in each year. Year 5 In the final year of the Integrated Masters programme you undertake a dissertation in your chosen area of business this constitutes a major focus of your studies. Classes at this level are challenging, preparing you for the world of work and combining both your language ability and your international business specialisation. Cooperating Business Schools for study abroad include: France ESSCA Angers Audencia Nantes École de Management Bordeaux École de Management École Supérieure de Commerce de Chambery
Grenbole École de Management SKEMA École Supérieure de Commerce de Clermont-Ferrand Université Jean Moulin Lyon III EDHEC Lille Euromed Business School, Marseilles École de Management de Lyon Groupe Supérieure de Commerce de Montpellier Université de Paris-Dauphine Strasbourg EM Groupe École Supérieure de Commerce de Toulouse Switzerland HEC Lausanne Canada HEC Montreal Université du Québec à Montréal Teaching and Assessment Teaching on this programme is delivered in both Strathclyde Business School and the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. The language teaching is a bespoke programme for students following this degree, with emphasis on language for business. Within Strathclyde Business School our international partners will also contribute in the form of guest lectures and business games. Assessment includes case study work, presentations, written and oral exams, essays, projects and the Masters research dissertation. Spain Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona Universidad Carlos III (Madrid) Universidad de Deusto (Bilbao) ESIC - Madrid ETEA Universidad de Cordoba ICADE (Madrid) IQS Barcelona Universidad Europea CEES MADRID Universidad de Murcia Universidad de Oviedo Universidad de Deusto (San Sebastian) Universidad de Zaragoza Italy Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi LUISS Guido Carli Università degli studi de Modena
Entry Requirements Summary Highers 1st sitting: AAAB or AABBB 2nd sitting: AAABBB A Levels: ABB Irish Leaving Certificate AAABBB (at Higher level including English and Maths and one language) IB: 33 (no subject below 5) My year abroad in Salamanca, Spain was the highlight of my five years at Strathclyde it broadened my horizons, improved my language skills, gave me unforgetable experiences and allowed me to meet people from across the globe. The skills you develop throughout the course really set you apart from the crowd in the job market. English and Maths Requirements English: Higher (B) or AS Level (B)/A Level (B) English or essay-based subject Maths: Standard Grade Credit (1) or Int 2 (B) or National 5 (B) or GCSE (B) Maths for combinations with Finance: Higher (B) or A Level (B) or IB (SL6) Language Requirements One language (French, Spanish, Italian) at Higher (A/B), or A Level in the Modern Language to be studied (B) or IB (HL5) HNC/HND entry considered on an individual basis. Please contact Business School Admissions (see right). Iain Cameron Masters in International Business and Modern Languages
Careers There is strong interest in IBML graduates from many employers. In the UK we buy in English and sell in the language of our customers, so as international trade and global commerce become ever more important, there will be an increased demand for graduates competent in business and modern languages. Contact For specific enquiries regarding IBML and general advice on admissions and subject choices, please contact: SBS Undergraduate Office t: 0141 548 4114 e: sbs-adviser@strath.ac.uk Find out more... visit the University website at www.strath.ac.uk Recent graduates have been recruited by major firms such as Accenture, BMW, Commerzbank, Dresdner, Kleinwort Benson, IBM, Kleenex, Procter & Gamble, Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers, The Royal Bank of Scotland and Scottlish Power. the place of useful learning www.strath.ac.uk University of Strathclyde Glasgow G1 1XQ Information current at August 2014. Please consult the University website for the most up-to-date information. The University of Strathclyde is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC015263.