BA in Global Communication With Business Management with a Placement Year

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of East Anglia

Program Overview

The University of Kent also offers a BA in Global Communication with Business Management with the focus on offering students a comprehensive understanding of cultural dynamics and business principles. The course equips students with the ability to manage and coordinate communication with diverse cultural origins and obtain essential business management skills. It is apt for individuals who would like to work within international business sectors, international marketing, or any field where cross-cultural communication is imperative.

Curriculum Organisation:
The programme equilibrates conceptual comprehension with experiential learning. Students take:

  • Core Global Communication courses that explore culture, language, identity, and international communication topics.

  • Business Management courses in the fields of marketing, strategy, organisational behaviour, and leadership.

  • Skills Development through workshops and real case studies that enhance critical business decision-making and effective communication skills.

  • Research and Project Work that allow students to apply their learning in practice contexts, typically involving team and problem-solving work.

The curriculum aims to develop analytical and problem-solving skills required in today's globalized employment sector.

Accreditation:
The University of Kent is a prestigious institution with an excellent reputation for quality academic provision. The curriculum is of high academic standard, and students graduate with relevant and valued qualifications that employers from all over the world value.

Campus Location:
Kent's campuses provide a varied and rich academic setting with access to excellent resources, such as cutting-edge lecture halls, libraries, and support facilities. The environment of the university offers a richly varied and inclusive setting that is also representative of the multicultural tone of the program.

 

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Kent has a strong emphasis on learning through doing, offering students numerous opportunities to build practical skills:

  • Work Placements and Internships: Students can take advantage of placements within companies and organizations, typically within international business organizations, and gain practical experience.

  • Study Abroad Programs: With agreements with overseas universities, students are able to spend time abroad, broadening their global understanding and world perspective.

  • Student Societies and Networking Events: Attending clubs and university events encourages teamwork, leadership, and professional networking.

  • Live Projects and Case Studies: Live projects with real clients or organizations enable students to apply theory to practice against actual-life challenges in both business management and communications.

 

Progression & Future Opportunities

Kent's expert Career Services team leads students into their future through:

  • Personalized career guidance and mentoring based on individual goals.

  • CV building, interviewing, and job searching workshop sessions.

  • Recruitment fairs access and contacts with multinational corporations.

Employability
Graduates from this program are ideally placed for a range of careers in which business understanding and global awareness are valuable. Career prospects often include global marketing, public relations, human resources, consultancy work, project management, and roles within NGOs or multinational companies. The sound mix of communication and management ability makes graduates attractive to employers who desire flexible and globally aware individuals.

Academic Progression:
The majority of the students decide to continue studying by pursuing postgraduate programs such as a Master's in International Business, Communication Studies, Global Management, or something similar. The solid foundation attained at Kent also gives way to research degrees or professional qualifications in business and communication studies.

Program Key Stats

£22,000
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


79 %

Eligibility Criteria

BBB
3.0
31
70

1130
6.0
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Business Development Executive
  • Accounts & Audit Junior
  • Financial Officer
  • Digital Marketing & Media Assistant
  • Front Line Manager
  • HR Recruiter
  • Customer Service Associate
  • Account Executive and Operations Manager in organisations

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