Bachelor of Business Studies Intl.
DC110 | Undergraduate Full Time
POINTS
496
DURATION
4 Years
FEES
see dcu.ie/fees
START DATE
September 2023
APPLICATION
see CAO.ie for dates
course overview
The Business Studies International degree is designed to create dynamic and resourceful business people in answer to the local and international skills gaps. You’ll study a range of business, language and cultural topics, and develop essential business skills in communication, information technology, teamwork, and problem solving—all vital for success in today’s global business environment.
You’ll also acquire proficiency in the foreign language of your choice (French, German, Spanish, Chinese or Japanese) and spend a year studying in a country where your chosen language is spoken.
We’re particularly proud of the calibre of our international exchange partners who rank among the top academic institutions in their respective countries. Year abroad destinations include China, Japan, Spain, France, Germany and Austria.
The combination of business knowledge, language proficiency and cultural competence will make you stand out in the global workforce of today.
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DCU Business School student Laura Foody chats to broadcaster Leanne Hanafin about her course, International Business with Spanish.Why Do This Course?
The Business Studies International course will introduce you to the key disciplines of business with later specialist focus on the international business environment. Throughout the course, you’ll develop vital business skills in areas such as communication, information technology, teamwork and problem solving.
You’ll also acquire proficiency in the foreign language of your choice (French, German, Spanish, Chinese or Japanese). You’ll spend a year studying in a country where your chosen language is spoken.
When you return to us in final year, you’ll build on your specialist knowledge with a suite of subjects designed to make you truly work-ready for the international environment.
Final year students specialise in one of the following: Business Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management or Marketing.
DCU Business School, accredited by AACSB, has a strong international reputation for the quality of its programmes and graduates
Develop the skills and knowledge needed for a career in business with language and cultural competence
Experience another culture first hand while you study at one of our partner institutions in Europe, Japan or China
Acquire important new perspectives on the international business world
Prepare to pursue a business career with an international dimension, including international marketing, international relations, international law, management, human resources, e-business, and international finance
Career Prospects
The Business Studies International degree will develop your willingness to adapt to new environments, an ability to look at a project or situation from different perspectives, an understanding of diverse cultures and the confidence to take calculated risks.
Your combination of business experience, cultural awareness, language proficiency and international experience will present a particularly attractive package to employers. You’ll be able to choose from a host of paths, including:
• International marketing
• International management
• International human resource management
• International finance
For specific entry requirements for Business Studies International please see the DCU Online Prospectus.
For General Entry Requirements to DCU Business School, either via cao.ie or alternative routes, please see below:
Leaving Cert
In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply: Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics and minimum of H4 in a language other than English or Irish.
Please note, for Entry September 2023, Students must choose a language option upon entry into the programme,
French or German or Spanish (Intermediate Level)
or
Chinese or Japanese (Beginners Level)
Students who choose French/German or Spanish must have a minimum of H4 in the language they wish to study.
Students who choose Chinese and Japanese – no language requirement
GCE A Level
In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply: GCE A Level D or GCE AS Level C or GCSE C Mathematics and GCE A Level C in a language other than English or Irish.
Please note, for Entry September 2023, Students must choose a language option upon entry into the programme,
French or German or Spanish (Intermediate Level)
or
Chinese or Japanese (Beginners Level)
Students who choose French/German or Spanish must have a minimum of GCE A Level C in the language they wish to study.
Students who choose Chinese and Japanese – no language requirement
FET Level 5
Please visit our Admissions webpage for details on course requirements or how to apply to DCU.
Please visit our QQI FET webpage for details on DCU courses, open days, campus tours or school visits.
To apply to DCU, please visit www.cao.ie
Advanced Entry
Holders of a Higher Certificate/National Certificate in Business Studies with Merit or Distinction who can demonstrate competence in French, German, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese commensurate with one year full-time post-leaving certificate study may be considered for admission into second year.
International Applications
International candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language. Click here for further information on international applications.
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