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BSc International Business Management

Anglia Ruskin University

About this course

BSc (Hons) International Business Management, a business and management degree centred on global commercial operations and strategy. Core topics include Project Management, Accounting, Marketing, Policy Analysis, Environmental Analysis, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Global & Comparative Perspective. Students complete a major project in the final year addressing a complex business issue, with options for a four-year duration that includes a professional placement. The first year introduces foundational themes through modules such as Principles of Digital Marketing, Financial Environment and Analysis, International Business and Market Dynamics, and Organisational Behaviour and AI (Future of Work). The second year advances into international contexts and professional practice via International Business, Global Political Economy, Elevate 2: Entrepreneurship and Consultancy, and Project Management and Implementation. The final year focuses on advanced leadership and strategic execution through International Business Strategy and Practice, Sustainability and Responsible Business, International Intercultural Management, and the Undergraduate Major Project EIB.

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Institution
Anglia Ruskin University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
International Business Management
Duration
3 years; 4 years with placement; 2 years plus foundation year
UCAS code
N102
Typical offer
UCAS 96-112
Median salary
£32,000 after 5 years

Entry requirements

112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

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What students say

Based on about 389 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university

  • Teaching on my course: 86%
  • Learning opportunities: 86%
  • Assessment and feedback: 86%
  • Academic support: 88%
  • Organisation and management: 85%
  • Learning resources: 91%
  • Student voice: 80%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Continued on course: 90%
  • Left higher education: 15%

What graduates do next

Based on about 385 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university

  • Working: 67%
  • Working and studying: 12%
  • Further study: 2%
  • Unemployed: 4%

Most common jobs

  • Administrative occupations: 18%
  • Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
  • Business and public service associate professionals: 12%
  • Elementary occupations: 8%
  • Process, plant and machine operatives: 6%
  • Find their work meaningful: 70%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 59%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 56%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 655 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North East: 1%
  • North West: 3%
  • Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
  • East Midlands: 4%
  • West Midlands: 4%
  • East of England: 48%
  • London: 28%
  • South East: 8%
  • South West: 2%

Who gets in

Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • A levels: 95%
  • No formal qualifications: 5%

Accreditation & quality ratings

TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.

Modules

  • Principles of Digital Marketing
  • How to do Business
  • Financial Environment and Analysis
  • International Business and Market Dynamics
  • Organisational Behaviour and AI (Future of Work)
  • Into ARU
  • International Business
  • Global Political Economy
  • Elevate 2: Entrepreneurship and Consultancy
  • Project Management and Implementation
  • Ruskin Module
  • International Business Strategy and Practice
  • Sustainability and Responsible Business
  • International Intercultural Management
  • Undergraduate Major Project EIB

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BSc International Business Management at Anglia Ruskin University earn?

The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £45,000. The £32,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Business studies.

What do graduates of BSc International Business Management at Anglia Ruskin University do next?

81% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).

Are students happy with the teaching on BSc International Business Management at Anglia Ruskin University?

86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.

What grades do I need for BSc International Business Management at Anglia Ruskin University?

The average entrant had 92 UCAS points.

Does BSc International Business Management at Anglia Ruskin University include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has a compulsory placement year.

How many students continue on BSc International Business Management at Anglia Ruskin University?

90% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.