Awarding Body:
Award: International Business – NCC Award
Credits: 10 ECTS – 20 CATS
Level: MQF L5 – EQF L5 – UK L4
Study Mode: Part-Time
Part-Time Schedule:
Duration:
Part-Time: 50 hours
Assessment Method: Assignment
Delivery Method: Face to Face Lectures
Nationality:
Tuition Fee:
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International Business
The International Business Course builds a strong understanding of international business and the strategies required for global market expansion. Students explore how organisations identify and evaluate opportunities, considering cultural, economic, legal, and competitive factors. They also examine marketing strategies, logistics, and supply chain management, alongside resource planning. Furthermore, the course highlights ethical, legal, and corporate social responsibility challenges, helping students make informed decisions when operating across borders.
The International Business Course forms part of the Diploma in Business Level 4 (MQFL5) . Students can continue with the Diploma at a later stage as part of their academic progression.
The entry requirements for the International Business course are as follows:
- 4 O’ Levels including English and Mathematics
- MQF Level 4 Certificate or equivalent
Relevant work experience is considered.
- Introduction to International Business
- Market analysis for international business
- Cultural, customs and trading differences between nations involved in international trade
- Case studies/company examples of global successes and failures with international business
- Assessing an organisation’s product portfolio suitable for international trade
- Marketing the chosen product for the new market
- Supply Chain Management/Logistics management
- Resources needed for International Business plans
- Ethical, CSR and legal considerations of international trade
- Companies demonstrating good CSR, ethical and legal practices
- Gaining stakeholder buy-in for International Business plans
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Assess international market opportunities using environmental, financial, and competitive analysis tools to support informed investment decisions
- Analyse differences between international markets, including cultural, economic, and trading challenges, and evaluate strategies to overcome barriers to international trade
- Evaluate the suitability of products or services for international markets and develop effective marketing plans to support successful market entry
- Analyse logistics, supply chain, and resource requirements to ensure reliable, sustainable distribution in international markets
- Assess legal, ethical, and corporate social responsibility considerations and justify a coherent business case for international expansion to key stakeholders
On completion of this award, learners have the opportunity to continue with the full Diploma in Business.
