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Bachelor of Arts in International Business

The Bachelor of Arts in International Business is a four-year undergraduate program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business principles and practices in a global context. The program is offered by the Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick.

Key Information

• NFQ Level: 8
• Major Award: Honours Bachelor Degree
• CAO Points History: 544
• Course Code: LM056
• Duration: 4 Years
• Fees: See the Fees and Funding section for detailed information
• Subject Area: Business
• Course Director: Rodrigo Ormeno Perez

About the Course

The Bachelor of Arts in International Business program is designed to develop students' knowledge and skills in business, humanities, and languages, with a focus on international business practices. The program includes a range of modules in business, humanities, and languages, as well as a year abroad in third year, which includes an Erasmus program and a cooperative work placement.

What You Will Study

The program is structured around a broad and flexible curriculum, with subject choices that reflect students' interests and help develop their understanding of international business. The combination of business, humanities, and languages provides a comprehensive education and prepares students for a career in international business.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum Grades: Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects, which must include two H5 (Higher Level) grades and four O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades.
• Subject Requirements: Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
• Additional Considerations: Students wishing to take a language option must have a H4 in that language, with the exception of Japanese or Beginners Spanish, where a H4 in a language other than English is required.

How to Apply

Irish students must apply to UL via the CAO. More information can be found on the CAO website. Students from the UK, EU, and non-EU countries can apply through the CAO or directly to the University of Limerick.

Fees and Funding

Student course fees are broken into three components: Student contribution, Student Levy, and Tuition Fees. The fees vary depending on the student's status, with EU students eligible for free fees and a student contribution, while non-EU students pay tuition fees and a student levy.

Your Future Career

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in International Business program are well-positioned for a career in international business, with a range of skills and knowledge that are highly valued by employers. The program provides a comprehensive education in business, humanities, and languages, preparing students for a career in a global context.

Employability Skills

The program develops a range of employability skills, including:

• Numeracy and the ability to research, interpret, and use business and financial data
• Self-reliance, initiative, and the ability to manage time, projects, and resources
• Appreciating the causes and effects of economic and other external changes
• Understanding organizational behavior and structure
• Analytical and critical thinking skills
• A creative approach to problem-solving
• Decision-making
• Persuasive written and verbal communication

Further Study Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in International Business program may pursue further study options, including:

• MSc in Economic and Policy Analysis
• MA in International Tourism
• MSc in International Entrepreneurship Management
• MSc in Marketing, Consumption, and Society
• MSc in International Management Global Business
• MSc in Work & Organisational Psychology/Behaviour
• MSc in Human Resource Management
• MSc Accounting
• MSc in Risk Management & Insurance

Job Titles for Graduates

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in International Business program have pursued a range of career paths, including:

• Business Analyst
• Marketing Analyst
• HR Solutions Representative
• Bank Official
• Speciality Ingredients Buyer
• Trainee Accountant
• Trainee Auditor
• Multi Category Marketing Intern
• Corporate Sales Developer
• Commercial Insurance Broker
• Accounting and Finance Graduate
• Finance Analyst
• Trainee Auditor
• Sales Associate
• Community Support Representative
• Customer Support Specialist
• Supply Chain and Procurement Grad
• Hospitality Sales Executive
• Junior Auditor
• Trainee Chartered Tax Advisor