BA - Bachelor of Arts in International Relations (English).
DURATION: Seven semesters/three years
NUMBER OF CREDITS: 240 ECTS
LANGUAGE: English
LOCATION: Barcelona
Overview.
This program combines a global international relations outlook with the practical skills of business thinking. As corporations expand and blur national boundaries, they operate in a more complex landscape. This specialization provides a solid knowledge of the global economic environment recognizing politics, cross-cultural values and ethics as key components. Students who complete this program are trained to apply a global mindset and creative thinking to conflict management and resolution while considering growth and the bottom line.
Note: Please note that students may attend classes remotely in the event of extenuating circumstances, for example unavoidable late arrival to their campus city.
STRUCTURE
Degree Awarded:
A university bachelor’s degree awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), (título propio), a state-recognized university in Spain.
A bachelor’s degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, IQA and certified by eduQua.
A state-recognized BA (Hons) in Business Management from University of Derby, U.K.
The business workplace is becoming increasingly international.
EU Business School's Bachelor of Arts in International Relations program is ideal for students who are interested in combining the breadth of global knowledge offered by international relations coursework and the skills acquired in business courses. Students will learn to recognize, analyze and evaluate the role of major players, structures, and processes in business and politics.
Program Structure:
The Bachelor of Arts in International Relations program combines the global outlook gained in an international relations program with the practical skills acquired in a business program. All industries are becoming increasingly globalized and this specialization provides a solid knowledge of the current affairs necessary to analyze the modern business world.
The first-year core courses provide students with a solid base in all fundamental business areas. Specialization subjects are incorporated into the curriculum in the second and third years.
YEAR 1
SEMESTER 1
Business Management
Managing People & Organizations
Marketing & UX
Impactful Communication
Finance & Accounting
Innovative Technology in Business
SEMESTER 2
Project Management
Applied Data Analytics
Economics & Enterprise
Responsible Management
Digital Branding, Advertising & Media Channels
Creativity & Design Thinking
SEMESTER 3
Logistics & Operations
Digital Business
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Entrepreneurship & Business Development
Cross-Cultural Business Issues
International Relations: Theory & Practice
YEAR 2
SEMESTER 4
Strategies in A Disruptive World
Marketing in Action
Business Research Methods
Political Science
International Organizations
Diplomacy & Foreign Policy
SEMESTER 5
Creative Business Cases
Transformational Change Management
Innovation in Business
Global Economic Geography
International Law
Conflict Management
YEAR3
SEMESTER 6
Global Business & Strategy
The Business Consultancy Project Part I
Marketing Across Cultures
SEMESTER 7
Developing Leadership & Management
The Business Consultancy Project Part II
International Entrepreneurship
To graduate, in addition to the listed courses, students will also have to successfully complete the following for a total of 22 CH | 30 ECTS:
Business Immersion Week
Dissertation Seminars
Final Cases: Business/Specialization
Dissertation
Semester 8
Business Consulting & Project Management
Entrepreneurial Leadership
Professional Soft Skills
Social, Company & State Protocol
Development Studies
International Peace & Security
Requirements.
- 1 certified copy of high school diploma and transcripts; or equivalent
- Proof of English level: TOEFL score 80 (internet-based), 213 (computer-based); IELTS 6.0; CAE B2 with a minimum score of 169; native English speaker or equivalent
Career Options:
Upon the successful completion of any of EU's bachelor’s degrees, graduates have a wide array of career options and business opportunities available to them. In response to the growing demand for flexible and entrepreneurial business professionals, EU's programs are designed to foster the skills required for a successful career in the international business arena.
EU's graduates possess an international mindset, multicultural awareness and are innovative thinkers. This makes them ideal candidates for positions at large, multinational companies and dynamic, disruptive entrepreneurs ready to start their own businesses.
The Bachelor of Arts in International Relations degree provides students with knowledge of all major business areas as well as a specialist skillset in the field of international relations. Subjects include conflict management and diplomacy and foreign policy. Students who successfully complete this degree may be interested in the following job positions.
Lobbyist
Lobbyists are contracted by entities to influence government decision- and policy-making for their benefit. A lobbyist may work for public and corporate entities, not-for-profit organizations, trade associations and communication agencies, among others. Their tasks include analyzing government policy, meeting with government officials, creating and implementing campaigns to generate public awareness and support and reporting on status.
The skills required to become a lobbyist include public speaking, communication, negotiation, research and analytical thinking.
Trade Officer
Trade officers act on behalf of local governments to promote and take advantage of business opportunities overseas. Trade officers will collate information and prepare reports and/or respond to company queries about export opportunities and how to operate in a foreign country. They will support local companies abroad. Their tasks also include organizing promotional events such as trade fairs and exhibitions and networking to build business contacts.
To be a trade officer, candidates should have a good understanding of business and possess strong organizational, research, communication and interpersonal skills. Good client service skills are needed.
Global Policy Analyst
Global policy analysts advise on a wide range of international issues. Their clients may be corporate or from government. They research political trends, country stability and legal issues, among others, and closely monitor international events and policy-making to give solid advice to their clients. They are also a source of information for the press.
To succeed as a global policy analyst, professionals must possess good analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
International Business Development Manager
International business development managers will create and implement business plans for company growth. They will typically look for new market opportunities overseas. For international expansion, multicultural understanding, international experience, knowledge of local culture, language, government regulations, the competitor environment and markets are essential. A business development manager may report directly to the managing director or be located within the commercial area of an organization.
A business development manager must possess strong and communication skills. He also should have financial know-how and strong analytical skills.
Areas of Work
The Bachelor of Arts in International Relations degree is designed to provide students with specialist skills in international relations as well as a business skillset. Some sectors and professional fields which may be of professional interest for graduates of this degree are listed below:
Diplomatic Service
Members of the diplomatic service are employed by national governments to promote and defend their country interests overseas. They are in charge of developing good diplomatic relations with countries for trade and government purposes. Members of this service may be based abroad or in the homeland.
Global Communication
Global communication is in charge of overseeing the media, marketing and public relations activities for an organization worldwide. This involves mediating and coordinating with the global press as well as coordinating with the country divisions of an organization to ensure its end message is correctly understood and communicated.
Public Administration
The public administration, or civil service, implements and, in some cases, helps determine government policy. It plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and controls government operations. Public administrators may work at a local, central or nation-wide level.
Public Affairs
Public affairs deals with building and developing relations between an organization, politicians and groups such as customers, local communities, clients, shareholders and business associations. It is tasked with promoting and ensuring good relations with stakeholders by explaining organizational policies and views on public issues. They provide information and can lobby on issues that may affect the smooth running of an organization.
