BA International Business Management with a Year Abroad

Key details

BA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT WITH A YEAR ABROAD

Start Year

2021

Attendance

Full Time

Award

Degree of Bachelor of Arts

UCAS course code

N12A

Entry Requirements

ABB

On this course you will gain a vital understanding of the inherent complexities involved with managing business in an international context. This course will primarily enable you to compare and contrast business environments across the globe, encompassing both developed and emerging markets. You will develop a good understanding of the challenges and opportunities that exist in different regions of the world, and will become adept at critiquing the global strategies of firms.

You will learn to assess market potential and risks in different markets, recommend market entry strategies for firms willing to explore new international markets, manage a culturally diverse work force, and manage globally dispersed supply chains and operations. You will also be able to better appreciate the role of international trade, trading blocs, trade agreements and industrial clusters on global operations of firms. This course will also help you develop a range of analytical, critical and other employability skills that employers value and seek.

As part of this course, you will take core modules that help establish a strong foundation in the theories and concepts underpinning international business and management. You will also have a lot of freedom to tailor your own course, choosing from a range of optional modules on HR management, operations management, information systems management and marketing.

NBS is a friendly and supportive school, with a lively and international cohort. We are in a region that is safe and welcoming, with a thriving business innovation and enterprise community. All our teaching is informed by our world-leading research and real-world business experience. That’s means you’ll gain knowledge of the latest issues and debates facing industry and employers.

We are ranked 15th for Business, Management and Marketing in the Guardian league table 2019. We are in the top 5 in the UK for overall satisfaction for Finance, Marketing, Management Studies and Business Studies in the National Student Survey 2018. We were 9th for the quality of our research and 17th overall in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014) which looked at 101 institutions across the UK. UEA has been awarded a Gold for teaching excellence (TEF, 2017).

Our current research interests include finance, accounting, employment systems and institutions, responsible business regulation, marketing, entrepreneurship and international business strategy, and innovation, technology and operations management.

About

Explore and understand the challenging and interesting world of managing business in the current dynamic and highly competitive global environment. Discover the constantly evolving nature of international business, and how it shapes the management and operations of business across cultures, geographies and institutions..

This degree, offered by Norwich Business School (NBS) in the Social Sciences Faculty at UEA, will prepare you for a range of careers that involve analysing, managing and shaping global strategies of firms. These include roles pertaining to international market development and operations, global supply chains, cross-cultural management, global consulting, and general management. This course also prepares you for starting and/or expanding your own business outside the home market.

You don’t need to have studied business or economics, you just need to have a flair for business, an inquisitive mind, a global outlook, and be willing to go the extra mile to pursue your goals.

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Course Reference Number: 1545765

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.

Assessment for Year 1

Our assessments are generally a combination of exams and coursework, with different weights, which are dependent on the requirements of the concerned module. Coursework could be at the individual or group level. These include presentations, posters, reports and essays.

Structure

All our undergraduate degrees share a common first year. This structure means you’ll get a broad view of business, and can be confident you are on the right course for you. As you progress through your degree you will be able to specialise and tailor your studies to the areas that you find most interesting and that are most relevant for your career goals.

Across six fascinating core modules you will explore the essentials of modern business. This will give you an excellent grounding in Business Environment, but also Marketing, Finance and Accounting, Managing Organisations, Managing Data and an Applied Business Project. By the end of your first year, you won’t just have a firm foundation in your chosen subject, you’ll understand all the key disciplines of business.

Throughout your future career you are likely to work closely with these different disciplines, so this understanding is extremely valuable. If you discover during your first year that your true passion lies with one of these other subjects, you are welcome to change pathways in order to focus on it – an option roughly 25% of our students take advantage of.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching

Throughout your degree you will hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.

All our teaching is informed by the latest research and real-world business experience, and is based on business cases. This means that you benefit from the latest thinking in the industry. Business is ever-changing, so you won’t just learn to understand, evaluate and utilise the current leading theories, you’ll also develop the critical skills needed to examine and put to use any new theories and methods that come to the fore during your career.

Independent study

You will also learn through self-directed study – a skill that’s highly prized by employers. Depending on the modules you choose you might undertake IT lab work, using online resources to practice textbook questions. You’ll also do various projects, including a project solving a live business problem for a real company and presenting your findings to that business. We’ve worked with organisations such as the East Anglian Zoological Society and Aviva on past projects. You can also choose to enhance your studies by getting involved in our student-led extracurricular business societies.

Teamwork and communication

During your first year and some of your second and third year modules, you will work alongside students from other NBS degrees. This will build your teamwork and communication skills, as well as helping you gain insight into other business disciplines.

To be successful in managing international operations, you need to be able to work with and lead culturally diverse teams. For this, you will need to be able to communicate effectively in line with the business practices, customs and traditions prevalent in the relevant market. Working alongside other NBS students during your degree is a great way to develop this skill. We attract students from the UK and all over the world, so the relationships you build here will also be great practice if you aspire to an international career, or to working for a multinational company.

Guest speakers

During your time at UEA, you will be able to gain unique insights from leading industry figures. Our ‘Inside Business’ seminar series features guest speakers from the business world, including UEA alumni. In the past we’ve heard from alumni working in both high-level and graduate roles across different sectors. These seminars are a chance to gain insights into the transition from university to business life, with speakers openly sharing their experiences and advice. These events also provide you with excellent opportunities to connect with businesses, fellow students and staff from across the School.

Employability

Your career is our priority, and employability is embedded in our degrees in all sorts of innovative ways, ranging from guest speakers from industry and projects with real businesses, to accreditations from key professional bodies. During our flagship Employability Week each year you can meet potential employers and speak to successful UEA alumni about how they got where they are now.

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Assessment for Year 2

Structure

After exploring the essentials of business in your first year, you’ll move on to build knowledge and skills in your core subject area of international business.

You will study two core modules, International Business and Strategic Awareness and Analysis. You’ll then choose two optional modules from a selected list developed specifically for this course (for example, International Marketing and Managing in Emerging Markets). You will also choose two other optional modules from a wider list offered across NBS (for example, Business Ethics, Practical Law for Management, or Digital Marketing), which includes languages. This means you can start to tailor your expertise to your interests and goals for after graduation.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching

Throughout your degree you will hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.

Independent study

Teamwork and communication

Guest speakers

Employability

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Assessment for Year 3

Structure

In your third year you will study abroad at one of a range of institutions.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching

Throughout your degree you will hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.

Independent study

Teamwork and communication

Guest speakers

Employability

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Life at UEA

Assessment for Year 4

Structure

In your fourth year, you’ll study more advanced modules, including two core modules in Strategic Management and Cases in International Business. The rest of your four modules will be optional and can be chosen from a selected list of modules developed for this course (for example, European Business, Geography of International Business and Global Value Chain) and from the wider list of modules offered across NBS (for example, Management Consulting and Development, Corporate Sustainability and Project Management).

You can choose to do a final year project (instead of two optional modules) in a topic pertaining to International Business Management. You can also study a language as one of the optional modules. This means you can continue to specialise according to your career aspirations.

The annual NBS Modules Fair will help you choose the right options. Some third year optional modules are only available if you’ve taken specific second year modules as pre-requisites, but we can advise you on this.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching

Throughout your degree you will hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.

Independent study

Teamwork and communication

Guest speakers

Employability

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Life at UEA

Assessment for Year 1

Compulsory Modules

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

Code NBS-4101A

Credits 20

This module provides a foundation in the theory and practice of accounting and an introduction to the role, context and language of Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Finance. The module assumes no previous study of accounting and is aimed at non-specialists. It is designed as a standalone course for those students following a more general management pathway.

MANAGING ORGANISATIONS

Code NBS-4102A

Credits 20

How do you lead and manage teams? How do you lead and manage dynamic organisations? How do you navigate around the internal workings of organisations? In this module, you’ll have the opportunity to explore these questions and many more in the fascinating subject of organisational behaviour. You’ll explore one of the key areas of business and management - that is, how to understand and manage people and organisations effectively. As the title of the module implies, there is also particular emphasis on the way that individuals behave and how that shapes what an organisation is like and how it performs. To this end, you’ll explore the processes associated with leadership, team effectiveness and communication. You’ll learn about what motivates people, as well as the challenges of conflict. Additionally, you’ll learn about the roles that structures, change and power have on organisational life, and how they might be managed effectively. On successful completion of the module, you’ll have discovered key insights into the nature of social interaction in business and organisations. You’ll have had opportunities for self-reflection and personal learning. And you’ll be ready to take your learning about understanding people at work to the next level.

APPLIED BUSINESS PROJECT

Code NBS-4103B

Credits 20

The aim of the first year of your BA degree is to actively engage with the learning process so you can begin to become reflective and professional managers. We believe the best way to make this happen is to participate in an independent project which challenges you to solve a real world problem to which (unlike the exams which got you into university) there is no set solution! The project is designed to be as much like the ‘real’ business management world as possible; it has an uneasy beginning, a complex middle, and a difficult end. Student teams start the project as the owners of a new business; but are short of funding, market knowledge, accurate accounts, and a direction for the future. Several dummy businesses will be available to choose from. During a weekly seminar session, and in your own study time, you will have the chance to work on problem framing, personal development, and process reflection. Goals, measures, and direction are to be triggered by tutors but then framed and applied by the students. You can ‘solve’ the ‘problems’ anyway they like, but success (and your assessment) is ultimately dependant on consideration of what you have learned and have applied from the other 5 modules you take during the first year. You will also have a series of high level lectures which will help you develop you capacities to deal with project of this nature. Topics include: Team working, from theory to practice; Project management principles; evidence in academic Vs Practitioner contexts; Presentation Skills, and reflective & report writing. The module concludes with a ‘live’ and ‘immersive’ dragon’s den style event.

MANAGING DATA IN A DIGITAL WORLD

Code NBS-4104B

Credits 20

This module is about how data is central to business and to the academic study of business. This module will explore what is meant by data, the variety of forms that data takes, and the origin and lifecycle of data. The module considers the tools that organisations use to gather, store and manipulate data, including the use of spreadsheets. The module will introduce basic statistical concepts used in business research. Finally, the module will explore the interpretation of data in business and research contexts.

PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING

Code NBS-4105B

Credits 20

This module is a general introduction and foundational grounding to Marketing. It is concerned with marketing functions of an organisation and seeks to develop awareness and understanding of marketing as an integrated and business activity. It focuses on the theoretical frameworks which underpin an organisation's responses to market demand. Additionally, it considers examples of marketing strategy and planning for a variety of organisational contexts to provide an industry perspective to theory. It is suitable for all UEA students and is a stand-alone module.

UNDERSTANDING THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

Code NBS-4106A

Credits 20

This module helps you to explore the dynamic and ever-changing world of business and provides insights into the managerial role. Understanding the Business Environment explores key environmental drivers and the basic functions of organisations. It is designed to provide essential core knowledge for Year 1 Business students on how organisations are managed in response to changes in the business environment and what is the role of its functional divisions in implementing strategic responses. In addition, the module also explores some of the current issues faced by organisations such as sustainability, corporate social responsibility and internationalisation. Core business theory is introduced in lectures and applied practically with the use of examples in seminars. By the end of this module you will be able to understand and apply key business concepts and a range of analytical tools to explore the business environment. Introduction to Business facilitates study skills development that is essential across all three years of the undergraduate degree by developing academic writing, presentation, team working and communication skills effectively.

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Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.

When selecting modules from an option range, please ensure that you satisfy the rule requirements to take that module i.e. having taken a pre-requisite module. You can only choose 20 credits worth of PPL modules per year. You can only choose 20 credits worth of level 4 modules in Year 2.

Assessment for Year 2

Compulsory Modules

STRATEGIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS

Code NBS-5133A

Credits 20

Strategy comes first; all other aspects of business will follow. Delivering a strategic plan is one of the most important things any firm, regardless of size can undertake.  A well-formulated and executed strategy establishes the foundations against which the organisation can create, monitor and measure their success. And yet many people find strategy and its purpose difficult to articulate. In this module you will use theoretical frameworks, along with investigation of the real world allowing you a clearer perspective of what strategy really is and why it is critical to your leadership and your success. The emphasis will be on analysing the context of strategy, considering both external and internal environment of the firm. Does the context determine what the strategizing manager must do, or can the manager actually shape the context? After understanding the strategy context, the discussion will be focused on strategy content / strategy choices. What are the different level of strategies? How firms make strategic choices? How these choices makes sense in context to direct and indirect competition around the firm?

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Code NBS-5127A

Credits 20

This module provides students with an introduction to core trade theory and principles in a business context. It combines basic microeconomic and macroeconomic principles with cases/applications in a teaching programme designed to help students understand current business and international business issues. What drives cross-border trade flows? Why is free trade better than autarchy and what is the cost of not having it? How does cross-border trade affect economic growth? And what are the most common challenges that firms have to face when operating across borders? The module will provide students with a set of technical tools and way of thinking to answer such questions, among others.

Optional A Modules

(20 credits)

MANAGING PEOPLE

Code NBS-5109A

Credits 20

This module is for students that are not on the Business and Human Resource Management Course. If you become a manager of people, how will you look after those in your team, department or wider organisation? Will you seek to empower, encourage and energise your staff? How will you deal with conflict and management control? In this module you’ll have the chance to examine a range of approaches to managing people across a variety of organisational contexts and issues. By doing so, you’ll discover valuable insights into the way that organisations work and the impact that different human resource management approaches can have on organisations, people and business. We begin by learning about the strategic significance of human resource management for competitive advantage; and particularly the processes used to recruit, reward and retain the staff your organisation needs. We will also explore contemporary issues about managing employees against a background of change and internationalisation. On successful completion of the module, you’ll have gained insight into the ways that organisations deal with their workforce. You’ll have developed skills and knowledge that will help equip you for future management practice. And you’ll learn useful lessons about job markets and how to get and grow in the job you desire.

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

Code NBS-5120A

Credits 20

How do businesses go about getting their messages across to their customers? This module will explain how modern organisations plan their communications with the people that matter to them. You will discover the range of activities and tools which is available to marketing managers from traditional advertising and public relations (PR) to the more up-to-date product placement and social media. You’ll look at the issues that arise in planning, implementing and managing Integrated Marketing Communications - IMC - campaign. These include print and broadcast advertising, PR, sponsorship, product placement, sales promotion, experiential and event-marketing as well as direct and digital marketing.

PRACTICAL LAW FOR MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5128A

Credits 20

You’ll be introduced to aspects of law which are relevant to your future careers as managers. It is an extremely practical module which is taught using a range of legal cases, practical scenarios, and problem questions. This approach enables you to learn the essentials of business law in a useful and engaging way, and introduces you to some of the key legal documentation you are likely to encounter in a managerial role. You’ll learn where to find the law, the practical implications for managers, and when it is essential to seek legal advice.

EMPLOYABLITY, CREATIVITY AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Code NBS-5131A

Credits 20

In today’s global, rapidly changing knowledge-based economy, learning and experimenting with employable and creative skills is one of the smartest investments that one can make for their future career. The overall aim of the module is to encourage students to develop key employability skills that will stand them in good stead for a future career. The module will put the student right in the centre of their own learning and engagement with an array of developmental activities designed to develop themselves and their future careers. Students will find opportunities to practice skills such as communication, leadership, creativity, design thinking, and problem solving relevant to the expectations of graduate employers. The module also involves the development of practical employable skills including preparing CV, writing a cover letter, and preparing for job interviews. The module draws from an interdisciplinary perspective to understand career success, self-making and personal branding. It will build on foundational concepts and skills in career development from across disciplines, including psychology, business, design thinking, entrepreneurship, and employability. It is designed as a learning environment and a management trainee program that focuses on the development of knowledge and skills for students interested in distinctive career success in a rapidly changing world. A core belief underlying our approach, demonstrated in interactive sessions, stems from the Chinese proverb, “Tell me and I forget. Show me and I remember. Involve me and I understand.” Students will have intensive brainstorming sessions, professional development workshops and training programs to develop and apply professional skills for their careers.

KNOWLEDGE, INNOVATION AND GLOBAL BUSINESS

Code NBS-5132A

Credits 20

In  today's global economy, knowledge and activity critical to innovation most likely lie outside your company's home territories sometimes far outside. This module will discuss how firms can obtain and integrate these resources to create new knowledge and innovate globally.

Optional B Modules

(40 credits)

OPERATIONS STRATEGY AND MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5118B

Credits 20

This module is about operations management, which is a functional field of management encompassing the design and improvement of the processes and systems employed in the creation and delivery of an organisation's products and services. Essentially, operations management is concerned with explaining how manufacturing and service organisations work. Managing operations well requires both strategic and tactical skills and is critical to every type of organisation, for it is only through effective and efficient utilisation of resources that an organisation can be successful in the long run.

INTERNATIONAL MARKETING

Code NBS-5123B

Credits 20

This module will give students a comprehensive understanding of the art and science of international marketing containing insights and specific tools derived from the modern marketing world. Student will also learn how to implement strategies for global success and be well positioned to take up a career in this exciting and growing field.

MANAGING IN EMERGING MARKETS

Code NBS-5134B

Credits 20

The module provides an understanding of the context of international business in emerging markets (specifically BRIC countries, but not limited to), which are becoming more prominent and also attracting a lot of attention in the modern business landscape. The module will offer a comparative perspective on emerging markets, with respect to their business & institutional environment and how this shapes the strategies of multinational firms operating in such markets. The module will explore the strategic and operational challenges (and opportunities) that multinational firms encounter in such markets. The module also focuses on the strategies adopted by firms from emerging markets, which includes their approaches towards overcoming constraints inherent in such markets, competing with global players and expanding their markets.

CASES IN ECONOMICS FOR BUSINESS

Code NBS-5135B

Credits 20

In addition to the pre-requisite rules this module is for students that have an A-Level or equivalent qualification at grade C or above in Economics. This module provides students with an application to core economic theory and principles in a business context. It combines microeconomic and macroeconomic theory with cases/applications in a teaching programme designed to provide students with the ability to understand and analyse current and topical economic issues with relevance for business

Optional C Modules

(20 credits)

BUSINESS ETHICS

Code NBS-5111B

Credits 20

How do we know what is morally right and wrong in business? What new and complex ethical issues are raised by the globalisation of business? Questions like these are central to this module. In this module you will learn about the nature, applications and consequences of ethics in business. You’ll discover why individuals sometimes make unethical business decisions. You will learn to use theoretical tools that help you to identify and analyse key ethical problems associated with business practice. You will also gain knowledge of practical approaches for managing business ethics in organisations. This module is ideal for those with an interest in corporate responsibility and sustainability. You will begin with an overview of what business ethics is and why it is important. You will go on to master the major ethical theories and concepts that form the core of business ethics. You’ll then build on these foundations to explore important business ethics issues – examples could include whistleblowing, environmental sustainability, corporate influence and/or others. You will discover how to use ethical theories to gain an in-depth understanding of whether, and to what extent, such issues are ethically problematic. You will also gain hands-on experience of applying ethical theories to business scenarios through a range of activities (e.g. role play, small group exercises, case study). You will learn through a combination of interactive lectures and seminars, and independent study. You’ll be assessed through coursework and an exam. By successfully completing this module you will have new knowledge and skills that increase your ethical awareness and enable you to communicate your ideas clearly and systematically based on evidence. You’ll also be equipped with theoretical tools that will help you to identify and analyse ethical problems and make ethically justifiable decisions.

DEVELOPING TALENT

Code NBS-5112B

Credits 20

The module is about managing talent and career management development. You will unite individual and organisational perspectives to help you manage your own career as well as other people’s careers in a competitive global labour market.

OPERATIONS STRATEGY AND MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5118B

Credits 20

PRINCIPLES OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5119B

Credits 20

In this module you will explore what is meant by a project and by project management, and the relationship between projects, organisations and other forms of management. You will first learn how to define a project and set its aims and objectives. You will be introduced to a suite of traditional project management tools and approaches to use in designing a project, e.g., work breakdown structure, time planning (Gantt chart, Critical Path Analysis), communications planning, and risk registers. Through implementing a project, you will learn about project controls, performance management (i.e., critical success factors for project management), and problem solving techniques. In closing out a project, you will explore project completion, review, and evaluation. You will consider the strengths and weaknesses of project management as a discipline.

BUSINESS TO BUSINESS (B2B) MARKETING

Code NBS-5121B

Credits 20

This module introduces students to the concepts, theories, and techniques involved in the marketing of products or services to business customers. Business customers are organisations, institutions or government departments that acquire goods and services for their own use, to incorporate into the products or services that they produce, or for resale. The importance of business to business (B2B) organisations, is that they are the suppliers of other companies and industries, as well as supplying retailers with finished goods to sell to consumers. The module therefore reviews those concepts involved in the process of understanding, creating and delivering B2B marketing strategies and plans across different media channels. Additionally, the module will consider how B2B customer relationships differ from business to consumer interactions. Besides critically evaluating current B2B marketing strategies for existing brands, students are required to answer a brief to develop, design and present a new B2B marketing campaign, which combines practical and theoretical elements and answers a specific business need.

DIGITAL MARKETING

Code NBS-5122B

Credits 20

This module advances the students’ understanding of strategic marketing by focusing on digital marketing.

INTERNATIONAL MARKETING

Code NBS-5123B

Credits 20

RETAIL MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5124B

Credits 20

The retail environment, the changing retail landscape in the UK, global retail landscape, aspects of retail strategy and leadership, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in retailing, the changing high street in the UK and its future, the dominant few, the 4P’s; retailer supplier relationship, retail operations and multi-channel retailing and various operational aspects of retailing.

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Code NBS-5129B

Credits 20

The module is designed to help students develop an understanding of the main areas of employment law which regulate and underpin commerce and industry, both from the perspective of business managers, and of individual employees in relation to their employer. It will consider issues which affect most people during their working lives: Why does the law intervene to protect some categories of workers but not others? What rights does a worker have if they are dismissed? What does equality actually mean in the workplace? How can HR managers help businesses avoid a potentially costly employment tribunal case.

MANAGING IN EMERGING MARKETS

Code NBS-5134B

Credits 20

CASES IN ECONOMICS FOR BUSINESS

Code NBS-5135B

Credits 20

BEGINNERS' FRENCH II - A2 CEFR

Code PPLB4014B

Credits 20

Parlons français ! This module will help you to further your basics of French language and communication in order to enable you to cope with concrete situations. This module is perfect for you if you have taken Beginners’ French I – A1 CEFR, or if you have some experience of French language. Throughout the semester, you’ll develop reading, listening, speaking and writing skills at the A2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This means that you’ll be able to cope in a number of situations, including some you may encounter when travelling. You’ll be able to talk and write about yourself and your immediate surrounding environment in some detail, and you’ll work on handling short social exchanges. You’ll be taught in an interactive and friendly environment, and will often work in pairs or small groups. Your two-hour seminar will focus on listening, reading and writing skills, while the oral hour will help you to develop your confidence in speaking. We’ll tackle some grammatical notions in class, but always as a means for you to improve your communication skills. You’ll also have opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where French is spoken, thanks to the various documents we will use to develop your linguistic skills (songs, podcasts, short articles and videos…). You’ll be assessed by two course tests: the first will cover listening, reading, and writing skills and the second will cover your speaking skills. On successful completion of the module, you’ll be able to understand and use expressions related to areas of immediate relevance, or that you may encounter when travelling. You’ll be able to communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a direct exchange of information. You’ll be able to describe in simple terms aspects of your background, immediate environment and needs. Please note that you should not have a level of French that exceeds the level of this course. This module may not be appropriate for you if you have a recent French GCSE at grade B or above, if you have studied French abroad for a long time, or if you have learnt French in an informal setting (such as in your family). If you have such experience, please contact the Module Organiser as soon as possible to complete a level test..

BEGINNERS' FRENCH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4015B

Credits 20

Bonjour, comment ça va? Do you want to understand what this means and how to say it? This module will help you to master basics of French language and communication. This module is perfect for you if you have never studied French before (or have very little experience of it). Throughout the semester, you’ll develop reading, listening, speaking and writing skills at the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This means that you will learn to communicate about yourself and your immediate environment in a set of concrete, everyday situations. You’ll be taught in a very interactive and friendly environment, and will often work in pairs or small groups. Your two-hour seminar will focus on listening, reading and writing skills, while the oral hour will help you to develop your confidence in speaking. We’ll tackle some grammatical notions in class, but always as a means for you to improve your communication skills. You’ll also have opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where French is spoken, thanks to the various documents we will use to develop your linguistic skills (songs, podcasts, leaflets…). You’ll be assessed by two course tests: the first will cover listening, reading, and writing skills and the second will cover your speaking skills. On successful completion of this module, you’ll be able to understand and use familiar everyday expressions aimed at both the satisfaction of concrete needs, or those used to describe areas of most immediate relevance. You’ll be able to introduce yourself and others, ask and answer questions about personal details, and interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly. Please note that students should not have a level of French that exceeds the level of this course. This module is probably not appropriate for you if you have a recent French GCSE at grade C or above, if you have studied French abroad, or if you have learnt French in an informal setting (such as in your family). If you have such experience, please contact the Module Organiser as soon as possible to complete a level test.

BEGINNERS' GERMAN II - A2 CEFR

Code PPLB4019B

Credits 20

Do you want to refresh and further develop your basic German skills? Would you like to converse with a native speaker beyond the first introductions? Or do you simply want to understand a little more about what makes the Germans, the Swiss or Austrians tick? This follow-on course is perfect if you have completed the Beginners 1 module or have very basic knowledge of the language. You will gain more confidence in using German in conversation as you become ever more familiar with essential German grammar. You will learn how to express opinions, wishes and requests, and how to master the skill of congratulating and complimenting other people. During this module you will also gain further awareness of German traditions and ways of thinking to help you make sense of a country that is deeply rooted in the heart of Europe. In a relaxed environment you will participate in classroom-based activities, working in pairs and groups to try out and be creative with new words and phrases. The fun of language learning will never be far away and promises to give you the confidence to maintain a conversation and express yourself to a target audience in writing. As well as speaking and listening to each other you will apply a range of strategies to help you make sense of authentic German texts. A solid beginners’ course in German will enable you to add a vital skill to your CV. At this crucial political and cultural moment in time the study of the German language and culture will without doubt make you a more attractive graduate and informed global citizen, whatever your specialism or area of interest. Please note that your current level of German language should not exceed the level of this course.

BEGINNERS' SPANISH II - A2 CEFR

Code PPLB4023B

Credits 20

Have you ever taken any basic Spanish course? Do you want to carry on studying this well spoken language after taking Beginners´ Spanish I? Do you feel that learning a language might be a relevant skill for your career? Then, Beginners´ Spanish II is what you really need. This module will improve your academic education and will provide you with the confidence to advance towards upper intermediate and advanced levels. But, how will you make it? Thanks to this module, you will work on your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. You will get the personal feedback on every single of your efforts. You'll take part in classroom-based activities, working in pairs and small groups exchanging ideas and supporting each other in the process of improving this language. You'll also be able to focus on real life situations as well as the ability to communicate effectively in those situations. There will also be opportunities to explore aspects more carefully of the cultures where Spanish is the mother tongue. By the end of this module you will be able to understand commonly used, everyday phrases and expressions related to areas of experience especially relevant to them (basic information about themselves, and their families, shopping, places of interest, work, etc.). If you have a recent Spanish GCSE grade B or above, or an international equivalent, then this module is probably not appropriate for you - please contact the module organiser as soon as possible to be sure).

BEGINNERS' SPANISH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4024B

Credits 20

Do you want to learn a new language? Do you want to access the Spanish-speaking world? Are you about to travel through Spain or any Spanish-speaking country in Latin America? Then, it´s the right time to enrol to Beginners´ Spanish I. This module will improve your academic education and will provide you with the confidence to advance towards intermediate and advanced levels. It sounds good, doesn't it? You will develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills and you will have the opportunity to receive personal feedback on all your efforts. You will take part in classroom-based activities, working in pairs and small groups exchanging ideas and supporting each other in the process of learning the language. You will also be able to focus on real life situations as well as the ability to communicate effectively in those situations. There will also be opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where Spanish is currently the main language. By the end of this module, you will have the linguistic competence necessary to understand and use common, everyday expressions and simple sentences, to address immediate needs. If you have a recent Spanish GCSE grade C or below, or an international equivalent, then this module is appropriate for you.

BEGINNERS' ARABIC II

Code PPLB4030B

Credits 20

This is the second part of a beginners' course in Arabic following on from Beginners' Arabic I. Students with a basic knowledge of Arabic writing and speaking may join this module.

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE II

Code PPLB4032B

Credits 20

Having gained an insight in communicating using a 'visual' language, how would you relate a story, a narrative or a conversation using more than two people? How would you describe where something is in a room, the room itself or give directions involving a map? This module builds on your studies in British Sign Language giving you confidence and further skills in communicating with the deaf. Teaching and learning strategies continue to involve a more fluent signed conversation, role-play, and lots more games and exercises embedding your learning that makes this an exciting module to take! In this module you will continue to look at deaf culture, address and look at various equipment that assists the Deaf in their everyday life. For example, how do they know someone is at the door? Can they communicate over the telephone? What would happen if you were in a building on fire? On successful completion of this module you will have developed knowledge and skills that will enable you to communicate confidently with a Deaf person. Your will broaden your knowledge and understanding of a truly unique and amazing form of communication and a culture so very different than what you may have encountered before. Please note that very occasionally subsidiary language modules may be cancelled due to low enrolment. Students who are found to have a level of knowledge that exceeds the level for which they have enrolled may be asked to withdraw from the module, at the Teacher's discretion.

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4033B

Credits 20

How would you converse with someone who is deaf? At work? In school? In an emergency? How can you avoid typical faux pas due to ignorance of a different culture? Can a 'signed'/'visual' language 'convey as adequately' as a 'spoken' language? These questions highlight the central learning achieved in this module. This is a course in British Sign Language assuming no prior, or minimal knowledge of the language. Throughout the course you will discover aspects central to the Deaf World and its Culture, and how to communicate through a unique 'visual' language, a language that uses your hands and body to communicate! Teaching and learning strategies involve signed conversation (from early on), role-play, and lots of games and exercises that make a truly 'fun and enjoyable' module to take. You will learn a little about the history of the Deaf and Sign Language itself, and its long battle to be recognised. You will discover how using your body and hands can be an exciting and meaningful way of communicating. You will acquire q wide range of easily usable vocabulary, a deeper look into various features that make the language unique, and very different to spoken languages. On successful completion of this module you will have developed knowledge and skills that will enable you to communicate with a Deaf person. You will be able to take your British Sign Language studies onto the next level, broadening your knowledge and developing further, the skill within this amazing 'Visual' language. Please note that very occasionally subsidiary language modules may be cancelled due to low enrolment. Students who are found to have a level of knowledge that exceeds the level for which they have enrolled may be asked to withdraw from the module, at the Teacher's discretion.

BEGINNERS' CHINESE II

Code PPLB4035B

Credits 20

Thinking about brushing up on your Mandarin? Planning an exciting trip to China? Still struggling with pinyin and reading Chinese? Then this module is designed for you! You will explore more sentence patterns in daily life communicative situations. You will build up your character blocks rapidly. You will acquire discourse skills in these scenarios. You will stretch your linguistic ability by becoming aware of cultural norms so that you can communicate with local people freely, but without a scary amount of vocabulary. The module comprises two sessions per week: a two-hour grammar class and a one-hour oral seminar. You will participate in these to learn different ways to ask questions, tenses, reading characters, cultural norms in contexts and topics ranging from friends and family and housing to leisure and health. You will write short essays throughout the process. By the end of the module you will have established a solid foundation in Mandarin, and will have achieved a communicative level. You will be able to recognise about 200 Chinese characters. You will be able to compose messages to your friends or future colleagues. You will be able to express your needs while traveling, and to enjoy the cultural diversity of megacities like Shanghai and Beijing. NOTE: Please note that students speaking other varieties of Chinese (e.g. Cantonese) are not eligible for this module.

BEGINNERS' GREEK II - A2 CEFR

Code PPLB4037B

Credits 20

Greek is one of the official languages of the EU and is spoken by about 11 million people in Greece, Cyprus, and in various communities throughout the world. You’ll be surprised by the number of Modern Greek words that are already familiar to you, including scientific and technical vocabulary. Greek also opens the door to a unique and fascinating culture. UEA is one of the few British Universities offering Modern Greek, so stand out from the crowd and go for Greek. If you have a GCSE grade C or below (or equivalent experience, i.e. Beginners Greek I) this module is for you. The module has three contact hours per week. You’ll develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. You’ll be equipped with the linguistic understanding of a number of real life situations, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in those situations. You’ll also have opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where Greek is spoken. Particular emphasis will be placed on your acquisition of a sound knowledge of grammar. By the end of this module you’ll be able to converse/read and write on the following topics: 1. Information gathering 2. Travel 3. Accommodation 4. Meeting people and talking about the past, holidays etc. 5. Offering hospitality (informal/formal) 6. Initiating/receiving phone calls/phone messages (social/business) 8. Writing letters (informal/formal) Please note that if you are found to have a level of knowledge in a language that exceeds the level for which you have enrolled, you may be asked to withdraw from the module at the Teacher’s discretion. Please note that this is a subsidiary language module. Very occasionally, subsidiary language modules may need to be cancelled if there are low levels of enrolment.

BEGINNERS' ITALIAN II - A2 CEFR

Code PPLB4039B

Credits 20

You have enough Italian to get by when in Italy, or for communicating with Italians socially or for business. Do you now want to deepen your understanding of the language and learn the tools to enable you to really connect? Do you want to get to grips with those ‘little words’ that really bind words into phrases, allowing you to manipulate the language and make it work for you? To take this module you will need to have completed the Beginners’ Italian I module (even if it was in a previous academic year) or have reached an equivalent level. You will continue to study the different tenses and grammatical structures while improving your spoken Italian and honing your listening skills. You’ll become more competent in Italian, but you’ll also gain a solid foundation on which to build in the future; whether continuing with Italian or with other languages (the learning strategies are very flexible and can be applied in many other academic and creative areas). The classes will be interactive and you’ll support each other and help each other while learning in a friendly stress free environment. The module will yield a lot of new vocabulary and it will also show you how the language works. You’ll discover an innovative approach to extending a basic knowledge of Italian by using the widest possible variety of texts, such as autobiographical extracts, newspaper articles, anecdotes, jokes, advertisements and recipes (to name just a few of the materials used). You’ll work in pairs and small groups and enjoyment in the classroom will lead to increased confidence when trying out your new skills. Regular feedback on your oral, listening and written work will motivate you to explore further and make the most of other resources outside of the classroom (such as the internet, phone apps and cinematic experiences). By the end of this module, you’ll have added a vital skill to your CV, and you’ll be very keen to get to Italy to try out your newly learnt talents (if you have not already done so)! Please note that if you are found to have a level of knowledge in a language that exceeds the level for which you have enrolled, you may be asked to withdraw from the module at the Teacher’s discretion. Please note that this is a subsidiary language module. Very occasionally, subsidiary language modules may need to be cancelled if there are low levels of enrolment.

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE II

Code PPLB4041B

Credits 20

Have you ever taken any basic Beginners' Japanese I? Then, the Beginners’ Japanese II is what you really need. You will continue to study the different tenses and grammatical structures while improving your spoken Japanese and honing your listening skills. By the end of this module you will be able to understand commonly used, everyday phrases and expressions related to areas of experience. Please note that very occasionally subsidiary language modules may be cancelled due to low enrollment. Please note that students who are found to have a level of knowledge that exceeds the level for which they have enrolled may be asked to withdraw from the module at the Teacher’s discretion.

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4042B

Credits 20

Do you want to explore Japanese culture or travel to Japan? Would you like to enhance your career opportunities? This is a beginners’ course in Japanese assuming little or no prior experience or knowledge of the language. In this module, you’ll learn reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. You’ll gain the linguistic understanding of a number of real life situations, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in those situations. There will also be opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where Japanese is spoken. Particular emphasis will be placed on your acquisition of a sound knowledge of grammar. Please note that this is a subsidiary language module. Very occasionally, subsidiary language modules may need to be cancelled if there are low levels of enrolment. Please note that if you are found to have a level of knowledge in a language that exceeds the level for which you have enrolled, you may be asked to withdraw from the module at the Teacher’s discretion.

BEGINNERS' RUSSIAN II - A2 CEFR

Code PPLB4044B

Credits 20

Winston Churchill once said that ‘Russia is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma’. Russia gave the world Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Shostakovich, Chagall and borsch! Would you like to know more about the largest country in the world and unwrap some of the mysteries of its history, culture and politics through its language? Before enrolling on this course you’ll need to be acquainted with the Russian alphabet, able to read and write in Russian, and to know a few initial items of grammar and vocabulary (skills that will be learnt in the Beginners' Russian I module). At the end of the course you’ll know all the basics of Russian grammar, you’ll be able to read more complex texts and you’ll have improved your speaking skills in real-life situations (in case you find yourself lost in Red Square)! You’ll participate in classroom-based activities, often working in pairs and groups exchanging ideas and supporting each other in your exploration of the language. You’ll be able to improve and develop your grammar and vocabulary skills through watching Russian films, reading newspaper articles and short stories, discussing their content and expressing your opinion. Having a Russian language course on your CV will give you an advantage over other graduates, and it will also provide work opportunities in Eastern Europe, Russia and the countries of the former Soviet Union. This course will also help you to become a more informed global citizen whatever your specialisation or area of interest. Please note that you should not have a level of knowledge in Russian that exceeds the beginners’ level specified above when enrolling on this course, or you may be asked to withdraw from the module (at the Teacher’s discretion). Please contact us if you’re unsure.

BEGINNERS' ARABIC I (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4045B

Credits 20

Its aim is the mastery of the alphabet: the script, the sounds of the letters, and their combination into words. Also, it introduces basic Arabic phrases and vocabulary to help you have introductory conversations. You will develop essential speaking, listening, reading and writing skills as well as a solid understanding of the structure of the language in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Some aspects of the Arab world and culture(s) are covered.

BEGINNERS' GERMAN I (SPRING START) - A1 CEFR

Code PPLB4047B

Credits 20

Have you ever wished you could order your mulled wine at the Christmas market in German? How would it feel be to be able to introduce yourself in German or survive a basic conversation in the language? Or do you simply want to understand what makes the Germans, the Austrians, or the Swiss tick? These questions highlight the central learning you will achieve within this module. Our beginners’ course in German is perfect if you have very little or no prior knowledge of the language. You will gain the confidence to use German in basic conversations as you develop a first understanding of German sounds and essential grammar. You will build up a bank of key vocabulary to survive in real-life situations. You will also gain a greater awareness of German traditions and ways of thinking to help you make sense of a country that is deeply rooted in the heart of Europe. In a relaxed environment you will participate in classroom-based activities, working in pairs and groups to try out and be creative with new sounds, words and phrases. The fun of language learning will never be far away and promises to give you the confidence to make the first steps in German. As well as speaking and listening to each other you will discover the joy of understanding an authentic German text and to write an amazing first paragraph in German. A first course in German will enable you to add a vital skill to your CV. At this crucial political and cultural moment in time the study of the German language and culture will without doubt make you a more attractive graduate and informed global citizen, whatever your specialism or area of interest. Please note that you should not have a level of German that exceeds the level of this course.

BEGINNERS' CHINESE I (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4051B

Credits 20

Did you know you could speak Mandarin in some way already? Try these: coffee as cah-fay, sofa as sharfah, pizza as pee-sah. Yes! Chinese people say these words pretty much as you do! Do you want to get an insight into Chinese culture? Are you planning an adventurous trip in China to explore the diversity of life and communicate with the local people? Your ears will be exposed to pinyin and you will begin to master the deceptively simple Chinese alphabet. You will open your eyes and mind to acquire meanings by drawing the characters. You will build up your vocabulary incredibly quickly, and soon learn to initiate conversations and read simple texts. You will work with your peers during grammar classes and classroom-based oral seminars which cover introduction to pinyin (pronunciation) and the common tricky sounds, word order, sentences at a basic communicative level, the spelling rules of hanzi (Chinese characters), building up your vocabulary, and topic relevant cultural norms. At the end of the module, there is a brief introduction to the Chinese daily meals and sentences you need to order food from a restaurant. By the end of the module, you will be able to recognize and pronounce pinyin confidently. You will develop knowledge of basic sentences. You will be able to understand simple linguistic rules so that you can carry on learning in the future. You will be able to greet people fluently. NOTE: Please note that students speaking other varieties of Chinese (e.g. Cantonese) are not eligible for this module.

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II - A2/B1 CEFR

Code PPLB5032B

Credits 20

In this intermediate French module you will develop your knowledge to a standard comparable to A level/ Baccalaureate/B1 in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). This is a continuation of Intermediate French I. There are four elements: Listening Comprehension, Translation, Writing, and Grammar. This module can be taken in any year but is not available if you already have French AS or A level/Baccalaureate/Level B1 in the CEFR. You should not have a level of French that already exceeds the level of this module.

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II - A2/B1 CEFR

Code PPLB5033B

Credits 20

Would you like to take your German to a higher level and start to become a more independent user? Wouldn’t it be tempting to be able to describe the plot of a good film or book? Or take part in simple discussions and manage to hold your own? Fancy promoting a TV-series from to a native German speaker? This follow-on course is perfect if you have completed the Intermediate module or have basic A-level experience in German but not if you are already working at a higher level than this. You will become more independent in conversation with others as you continue to explore essential grammar and vocabulary at a higher level. You will learn how to talk about experiences, hopes and ambitions in a more complex way and how to master the skill of persuasion. During this module you will develop a deeper understanding of the German way of thinking through looking at current affairs and iconic German television programmes. In a relaxed environment you will participate in classroom-based activities, working in groups to try out and be creative with new words and grammar structures. The fun of language learning will never be far away and promises to give you the confidence to hold your own in discussions and presentations. As well as speaking and listening to each other you will apply a range of strategies to help you produce and understand longer texts. A sound intermediate course in German will enable you to add a vital and highly valued skill to your CV. At this crucial political and cultural moment in time the study of the German language and culture will without doubt make you a more attractive graduate and informed global citizen, whatever your specialism or area of interest.

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II - A2/B1 CEFR

Code PPLB5034B

Credits 20

When studying this module, you’ll already have taken beginners’ Spanish modules or be at GCSE level, but not exceeding this. You’ll be introduced to aspects of the Spanish language in a variety of cultural contexts. It will enable you to converse with native Spanish speakers, read and understand specific information in short texts starting at intermediate level. Through Spanish, you’ll learn to present information and engage in discussions. Using popular cultural forms such as film and media, you’ll develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Upon successfully completion of this module, you will have achieved an advanced level of Spanish.

INTERMEDIATE ARABIC II

Code PPLB5036B

Credits 20

A continuation of Intermediate Arabic I, this module offers you lively dialogues, varied texts and exercises, plus fascinating cultural insights. You will cover a wide variety of topics such as leisure, news and media, arts and cinema, as well as an end-of-unit focus on the geography, culture and dialects of major Arab countries. The course has three contact hours per week. Alternative slots may be available depending on enrolment. Please note that very occasionally subsidiary language modules may be cancelled due to low enrolment. Please note that students who are found to have a level of knowledge that exceeds the level for which they have enrolled may be asked to withdraw from the module, at the Teacher's discretion.

INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN II

Code PPLB5038B

Credits 20

Winston Churchill once said: ‘Russia is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma’. Russia gave the world Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Shostakovich, Chagall and borsh! Would you like to know more about this largest country in the world and unwrap some of the mysteries of its history, culture and politics through its language? This course is intended for students who completed UEA Beginners’ Russian Course or who have studied Russian before, but not those who are working at a higher level in the language. You should be able to read and write in the language and should be familiar with the basics of Russian grammar. You’ll participate in classroom-based activities, often working in pairs and groups, exchanging ideas and supporting each other in your exploration of Russian language, literature and history. You’ll get acquainted with finer and more nuanced aspects of Russian grammar and stylistic usage. You’ll be able to further improve and develop your grammar and vocabulary skills through watching Russian films, reading newspaper articles and short stories, discuss their content and express your opinion. A Russian language course on your CV will give you an advantage over other graduates; it will also help if you are interested in seeking work opportunities in Eastern Europe, Russia and the countries of the former Soviet Union. In the current political and cultural situation, the course will help you to become a more informed global citizen whatever your specialisation or area of interest.

INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN II

Code PPLB5040B

Credits 20

Do you want to continue to build proficiency in all four language skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing) and expand your cultural knowledge of contemporary Italy? Do you want to focus on language usage rather than abstract concepts and meet Italy head on? You will participate in classroom-based activities, often working in pairs and small groups; exchanging ideas and supporting each other in your exploration of the Italian language. One of your main goals will be to use your language skills actively and creatively in meaningful communication. You will also gain a greater understanding of cultural and political issues through engaging with current topics and you will focus on different learning strategies such as using your background knowledge or doing research online. Interesting texts will help facilitate your understanding of authentic reading material and you will become familiar with different writing styles and genres as well as natural language written by and for native speakers. By the end of this module you will be able to express yourself in Italian in a more subtle way and you will understand language spoken by native speakers in a variety of different contexts, formal and informal. The simulated real-life situations will have prepared you for working, studying, or travelling in Italy or communicating with Italians whilst in this country in a social or business setting. Before starting this module you should have completed the Intermediate Italian One module or studied up to a similar level in another institution or at UEA. You should not already have a level of Italian that exceeds the level taught in this module.

ADVANCED ENGLISH II - B2 CEFR

Code PPLB5044B

Credits 20

Do you want more practice in speaking in English? Do you feel you lack sufficient vocabulary to express yourself well? Do you need help with your pronunciation? Do you have problems with English grammar and writing essays? As a non-native speaker, you will need to already have an upper intermediate/advanced level of English (IELTS 6.5-7.5 or equivalent) but will want to reach a more competent level. If so, you can take both Advanced English I & II or just module I or just module II. You’ll analyse and discuss articles in the media and listen to academic talks and news reports on contemporary topics; through writing tasks you will have the opportunity to express your ideas in clear and coherent terms, and you will receive personal feedback on your efforts. You will participate in classroom-based activities, often working in pairs and groups exchanging ideas and supporting each other in your exploration of the language. You will be able to focus on improving aspects of your pronunciation and grammar as well as expanding your vocabulary. You will also gain a greater understanding of cultural and political issues through topics such as Time & Sleep, World Population & Urbanisation and Tourism. You will be assessed midterm, and in the final weeks through a seminar presentation (30%) and listening, reading, and writing tasks (70%). By the end of this module you will be able to express yourself more confidently orally, be better able to understand recorded material, and will have increased your vocabulary base; you will be more able to read complex texts and write more accurately with fewer grammar errors and greater range of expression. Such language support will be of immense benefit for all aspects of your UEA academic programme, will please your tutors and enable you to obtain higher grades! Please note that you should not have a level of English that exceeds the level of this course.

INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE II

Code PPLB5061B

Credits 20

Do you want to explore Japanese culture or travel to Japan? Or do you want to enhance your career opportunities? You will continue to build upon what you have learnt in Intermediate Japanese I. A key component is the exploration of themes that develop interculturality. Specific aspects of language are revisited and consolidated at a higher level. The emphasis lies on enhancing essential grammar notions and vocabulary areas in meaningful contexts, whilst developing knowledge of contemporary life and society that focuses on culture and current affairs.

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Compulsory Modules

STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-6128A

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. Strategy is the most important subject for it is about future. Clearly, it is critical that all organisational leaders must understand strategy and the ability to craft and implement good strategy, irrespective of your working in a business, in the government or in a non-governmental organisation. In continuation with “Strategic Awareness and Analysis”, this module continues to challenge your strategic thinking, and advances the discussion further in understanding the challenges in implementing strategy. Good enough strategy excellently implemented will trump a perfect strategy lukewarmly implemented nine times out of ten. The emphasis is mainly on strategy process, embracing the challenges in implementing strategy at different levels in an organisation. As a third year module, you are required to understand strategic management within current debates and contemporary issues as they influence leadership and management in the global economy. Strategy is about how you think and the goal of this module is to help you think differently; to think and act in a more strategic way and for you to be a winner in your future.

CASES IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Code NBS-6129B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module is for students that are on the International Business Management Course. This module is built on the knowledge and understanding of international business (IB) literature and theories gained during year 2 (Level 5) modules in IBM course. It concentrates on applied knowledge of IB through analysing complex business cases with a focus on Multinational Enterprises (MNEs). This will include a detail case study discussion during the lectures and stimulate debate in reaching an appropriate solution to complex business issues. It aims to extend the linkage between IB literature and real businesses through detail analysis and evaluation of key themes and individual cases. The module is designed to develop deeper insight into three broad issues which are critical in MNEs strategic decision making. It will start with emphasis on MNEs strategic imperatives in internationalisation process. In next part the focus changes to organisational capabilities which are required to deliver strategic imperatives. The last part focuses on the management challenges of operating a successful MNE.

Optional A Modules

(20 credits)

CONSUMERS MARKETS CULTURES

Code NBS-6119A

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. Are you fascinated by the everyday activities of people and their decisions? Ever considered how much of our life as consumers is influenced by marketing? This module helps you explore, and explain some of the behavioural reasons behind consumer decision making.  Throughout this module you will expand your awareness of the influences that shape consumer behaviour. Whether shopping, entertaining, agonising over what clothes to buy, or where to go on holiday, celebrating getting into university, anticipating passing a driving test, declaring undying devotion to a favourite football team, taking selfies and updating social media pages while lying on a beach or gazing upon a mirror reflection, this module will help you appreciate the complexity behind actions. Beyond shopping, you will learn about how possessions and experiences affect us, the way we feel about ourselves and each other. This module is ideal for those with a personal and professional interest in marketing and consumer insights. In this module you will draw upon theoretical perspectives in a range of knowledge disciplines, and from this melting pot, you will explore the concepts behind consumer actions, understand how marketers apply them in influencing consumers, and sharpen your critical thinking on how marketplaces and cultures are shaped. Through a mixture of lectures, seminars, audio-visual material, class exercises, and self-directed, independent study, you will appreciate and challenge conventional ideas about consumers and marketers, and broaden your understanding of consumption, market structures, and marketized society. This module makes you a more perceptive consumer and marketer. You will grasp the significance of marketing, its all-pervasive influence, the role of consumption in society. You will broaden your theoretical knowledge, disciplinary perspectives, and practical understanding of consumer behaviour and marketing. You will learn to think, critique, question, challenge, and reflect upon your own life as a consumer, marketer, and co-creator.

MARKET RESEARCH

Code NBS-6120A

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module explores the key steps associated with conducting market and marketing research. It is primarily concerned with research related with marketing, defined as ‘the systematic and objective identification, collection, analysis and dissemination of information for improving decision making related to the identification and solution of problems and opportunities in marketing.’ The European Society for Opinion and Marketing Research. On this module, students will learn about marketing research theories and how to apply these to real-world examples. Learning focuses on the entire research journey. This includes understanding the client-agency relationship, the research brief, research proposal and marketing research report.

EUROPEAN BUSINESS: BRUSSELS, BUSINESS, BREXIT AND BEYOND

Code NBS-6124A

Credits 20

Are you intrigued about what the European Union does? Would you like to understand the impact of the EU on business organisations inside and outside of the EU? Do you want to find out how businesses react to the EU? This module is about how the European Union has developed since its inception, what powers are possessed by its institutions, what roles the institutions play, and the impact of the EU and its key public policies on businesses that operate within and beyond the boundaries of the polity. You will also learn about the ways in which business organisations can and do respond to the opportunities and threats presented by the EU. There will be a particular focus on the impact of crises such as ‘Brexit’.

Optional B Modules

(20 credits)

BUSINESS ETHICS

Code NBS-5111B

Credits 20

DEVELOPING TALENT

Code NBS-5112B

Credits 20

OPERATIONS STRATEGY AND MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5118B

Credits 20

PRINCIPLES OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5119B

Credits 20

BUSINESS TO BUSINESS (B2B) MARKETING

Code NBS-5121B

Credits 20

DIGITAL MARKETING

Code NBS-5122B

Credits 20

This module advances the students’ understanding of strategic marketing by focusing on digital marketing.

INTERNATIONAL MARKETING

Code NBS-5123B

Credits 20

RETAIL MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-5124B

Credits 20

EMPLOYMENT LAW

Code NBS-5129B

Credits 20

MANAGING IN EMERGING MARKETS

Code NBS-5134B

Credits 20

CASES IN ECONOMICS FOR BUSINESS

Code NBS-5135B

Credits 20

INTERNATIONAL AND STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-6105B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. The International and Strategic HRM module tackles people management issues raised by the emergence of the global operating context that most, if not all, businesses face today. While HRM is privileged in the title, in the first instance the module is concerned with more general strategic management themes. These include: the importance of globalisation and the extent to which it is a new phenomenon; the challenges to national traditions and cultures this raises; the veracity of claims with regard to distinct national styles (a way in which many key issues within international management theory are contested); and the extent to which change/development in national systems is evident. In addition, this course tackles traditional HR specific issues in international context, such as: management development, pay and reward, and recruitment and selection. This mix of general management and HR specific management should be of interest across business school disciplines as well as within the HRM undergraduate course. The following areas are indicative of the content: Globalisation myths and realities; international management challenges; Internationalisation as a strategy, Anglo-American/European/Japanese/Asian Comparative HRM; national culture theories and perspectives; S/IHRM practices; issues/challenges/concerns raised by IHRM; and IHRM and its footprint.

BUILDING STRENGTHS AT WORK

Code NBS-6106B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. Why are some employees happier than others? What does it mean to be in the group of the “healthy and happy” employees? Find out the answers to these questions by taking this module. Throughout the module you will learn which strengths at work increase employees’ well-being and performance. You’ll think critically about the scientific literature on positive organisational behaviour. And last but not least: You’ll know how to develop these strengths in yourself and in others. You will begin by learning crucial concepts and theories in the field of positive organisational behaviour. For example, you´ll learn why being proactive is a strength that helps people feel better at work. You´ll gain a deeper understanding of how different strengths at work operate until you get the complete picture: healthy organisations are the result of having healthy employees, teams, leaders, and organisational practices. You´ll be critical with the literature in the field by expressing your opinions through weekly discussions and through group activities. This will help you improve your communication skills. From a practical viewpoint, you´ll practice each of these strengths by thinking of your own experience, by solving work scenarios, and by proposing organisational work practices and policies. Some of the strengths that help employees deal with problems at work can be used to deal with problems in other areas of your life. This means you can put into practice what you learn while you are taking this module.

THE DYNAMIC ORGANISATION:PRACTICING ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Code NBS-6108B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module takes an integrative perspective to explore how organisations develop their capability, adaptability and agility to survive and thrive in a postmodern organisational context. You will develop skills and knowledge to understand and plan successful organisational development (OD). The module will provide you with the core tools and the underpinning theories that are associated with OD, with a strong practical focu

CRITICAL ISSUES IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-6115B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. In this module you will explore the development of project management as a practical discipline and as academic topic. You will examine and the forces that have led to the “projectification” of business and other management domains. You will then study the latest debates and research on project management, including: strategic and organisational issues, such as the emergence of programme management or Project Management Offices; process and operational issues, use of new methodologies and approaches such as Agile or Virtual project management; and, individual and group issues such as leadership, teamwork, learning and the ethical dimension to project management. You will choose and research a contemporary project management theme, writing a critical analysis and drawing out the management implications.

SHOPPER MARKETING

Code NBS-6116B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. Shopper marketing is concerned with the factors that influence buyer behaviour where it matters most – at the point of purchase, in-store or on-line. These factors are referred to as situational factors and relate to the individual shopper, the environment (store or website), the buying goals (self or other-orientated), and the shopping mission (routine repeat purchase, or special occasion). This module explores the way in which retailers and manufacturers work together to influence, anticipate and meet the needs and wants of distinct shopper segments through the manipulation of the retail environment, the marketing mix and the supply chain. As such, it will be appeal to business management students with an interest in marketing, retailing, operations management and consumer behaviour but also students from other disciplines with an interest in sustainable consumption and the design of interventions (policies and practices) that influence buyer behaviour.

MARKETING PHILOSOPHY

Code NBS-6121B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module explores further the students’ understanding of marketing by focusing on the philosophical debates on advanced marketing theories. While we live in a continuously changing world dominated by markets and technological innovation, it is easy to lose sight of what businesses are about in relation to communities, society and the broader world. This module introduces several philosophical marketing concepts including a better understanding of critical thinking, measurement theories, sustainability and ethics. It hopes to develop strategic thinking for the marketers, and encourages the student’s thinking to embrace a more connected world.

STRATEGIC BRAND MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-6122B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. The module focuses on brand management. It takes a very pragmatic approach, showing through numerous case studies how organisations launch brands, establish and maintain brand equity, and how they manage brands over time and geographic boundaries. To develop a knowledge and understanding of brand management, students study the factors and strategies that contribute to building brand equity. The lectures will be supported by a series of seminar sessions which allow students to experience the practical application of the module syllabus and to test their understanding of the relevant theories. This module is particularly useful for students aiming at careers in marketing, advertising or market research.

CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY

Code NBS-6130B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module reviews the challenges, solutions and opportunities faced by businesses relating to environmental, social and sustainability issues. This issues will be examined in relation to the interfaces with regulatory, strategic and economic frameworks. This module will provide you with you interdisciplinary, industry relevant skills. By the end of the module, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the ways that businesses interact with the environment and community. Throughout the module you will engage in activities that will foster peer-learning and problem solving

ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ENTERPRISE CREATION

Code NBS-6131B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module aspires to provide students with knowledge on the significance of entrepreneurship within the economy, research-led understanding of factors that affect small business birth, growth, success and failure. The module will provide practical understanding necessary for launching a venture.

GEOGRAPHY AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Code NBS-6132B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module is for students that are on the International Business Management Course. In the current increasingly competitive and global economy in which innovative productivity improvement (requiring knowledge intensity and flexibility) is key, the importance of business location has increased. Accordingly, where you operate from has become a central concern for business, a central concern of government industrial policy and a central concern for management scholars. This module focuses on the impact of location on international business behaviour and performance. It explores the reasons why location matters and demonstrates how location matters in world-class production centres or clusters such as Silicon Valley, USA for microelectronics, the City of London, UK for financial and related professional services, Napa County, USA for wine, Massachusetts, USA for medical devices, the Southern Bulb Area, Holland for flowers, Sassuolo, Italy for ceramic tiles and Cambridge, UK for biotechnology.

GLOBAL VALUE CHAIN

Code NBS-6133B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module introduces students with a broad understanding, latest ideas and concepts of global value chains. The module explores values created by global producers through vendors of raw materials and/or parts, warehouses, and retailers that bring products and services to the consumers. An appropriate value chain enables businesses to develop new products and offer value-added services to the consumers. Therefore, this module discusses development of global value chains that put emphasis on creating and delivering value for end users in a sustainable way to distribute their products. The focus is on both the medium to long term planning and creation of value chains and also on their immediate day-to-day management in their supply chains. The module explores, through case studies, key strategic and tactical decisions faced by supply chain managers. This module will cover the following aspects: basic concepts of global logistics and value chains, value chain design and sustainability, value co-creation in sourcing and purchasing, offshoring, reshoring, outsourcing and technologies required in creating value chains.

REPUTATION MANAGEMENT: CRISES, COLLABORATIONS AND PR COMMUNICATIONS

Code NBS-6134B

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module introduces the concepts, theories and practical techniques involved in managing organisational reputations effectively through corporate communications and public relations (PR) strategy and planning. Reputation is popularly defined as what is generally believed about a person or organisation (L’Etang, 2008). In other words, an organisation’s reputation depends on what others i.e. stakeholders, such as existing and potential customers, outside of the organisation think about it, on the basis of subjective impressions. Employees are encouraged to undertake the role of internal ambassadors and advocates to support positive reputational projection. The module therefore specifically examines how to build trust and maintain transparency through media relations, social media communications and government, community and investor relations, as well as the interplay between the concepts of identity and images within the management of PR/corporate communications. This will also include those elements that are involved when organisational reputations are threatened such as during periods of crisis, as a result, during the module students will examine a number of case examples. Besides critically evaluating existing PR communications’ strategies, students will be required to develop, design and present a crisis communications portfolio of their own, which combines a practical and theoretical element and that is responsive to a specific business issue.

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II - A2/B1 CEFR

Code PPLB5032B

Credits 20

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II - A2/B1 CEFR

Code PPLB5033B

Credits 20

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II - A2/B1 CEFR

Code PPLB5034B

Credits 20

INTERMEDIATE ARABIC II

Code PPLB5036B

Credits 20

INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN II

Code PPLB5038B

Credits 20

INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN II

Code PPLB5040B

Credits 20

ADVANCED ENGLISH II - B2 CEFR

Code PPLB5044B

Credits 20

INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE II

Code PPLB5061B

Credits 20

Optional C Modules

(0-40 credits)

FINAL YEAR PROJECT/DISSERTATION

Code NBS-6126Y

Credits 40

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. In addition to the pre-requisite rules, this module is for students that have achieved at least 60% for their Second Year stage average mark. This module will give you the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in one of two ways. You may either: Undertake an academic-style piece of research and write a dissertation; Or, assemble a work-based project on behalf of a private, public or voluntary sector organisation where you have worked during your ‘Year in Industry’. Whichever is the chosen basis for your dissertation/report, this is to be undertaken as an independent research project. This module can be viewed as the culmination of your previous years of study which combines and enhances the skills and knowledge that acquired during your degree programme. During the module you will develop the skills and knowledge required to be an accomplished researcher and conduct your own independent study with appropriate supervision. The experience of undertaking either an academic-style dissertation project or a work-based project will be useful for careers in a number of fields or sectors (including academia or consultancy), especially where students wish to pursue a career that involves research.

Optional D Modules

(0-20 credits)

MANAGING PEOPLE

Code NBS-5109A

Credits 20

KNOWLEDGE, INNOVATION AND GLOBAL BUSINESS

Code NBS-5132A

Credits 20

PROFESSIONAL VALUES

Code NBS-6103A

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. How do you stop corporate scandals from happening? Business has always been plagued by corporate scandals and these have usually triggered some kind of regulation. From the emergence of the UK Corporate Governance Code (the Cadbury Code) in the 1990s to the Sarbanes Oxley Act that followed the collapse of Enron. In this module you will look at what companies do to try and prevent corporate catastrophes and the role of professional accountants and auditors. You will discuss the purpose of corporate governance structures looking in detail at a variety of governance codes. You will focus on the principles around the use of controls to manage risks within an organisation. Having dealt with the regulatory, governance and control structures in place to deal with risks you will think about the individual responsibility of professional accountants and auditors. What tools and structures are in place for individuals to deal with ethical dilemmas they face when risks arise and controls are tested? When you have competed this module you will be able to understand and use the technical language of audit and risk management. You will be able to discuss and debate the ethical dilemmas faced by practicing accountants and auditors and you will have developed your transferrable skills of critical evaluation of arguments and evidence.

CONSUMERS MARKETS CULTURES

Code NBS-6119A

Credits 20

MARKET RESEARCH

Code NBS-6120A

Credits 20

COMPETITION AND CONSUMER POLICY FOR MANAGERS

Code NBS-6123A

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module gives students a unique insight into competition and consumer policy in the UK and the EU. Awareness of these policies are indispensable to the prudent operation of any business. The module introduces students the high-level research and policy work that NBS’s Centre for Competition Policy is doing. The module is split into two parts. The first part focuses on competition policy, the aims of which is to promote competition in the marketplace; make markets work better and contribute towards improved efficiency in individual markets. We will examine the main components of competition policy and examine how they contributed to enhanced competitiveness of UK businesses within the UK, the European Union (EU) and the global economy. In the second part of the module we will look at consumer policy, and how it ensures maximal consumer participation in markets, and discuss how these policies affect businesses in the UK and globally. The module is practice-driven and builds strongly on NBS research and research done at UEA’s Centre for Competition Policy. Students are expected to interact throughout the module, present case studies, and engage in the discussion of topical consumer and competition related issues. Throughout the module we rely on case studies that facilitate the understanding the anatomy of business behaviour relevant to competition and consumer policy. The module also contains, as a key component, information on how business can comply with the relevant laws and regulations governing competition and consumer policies.

EUROPEAN BUSINESS: BRUSSELS, BUSINESS, BREXIT AND BEYOND

Code NBS-6124A

Credits 20

MANAGEMENT CONSULTING AND DEVELOPMENT

Code NBS-6127A

Credits 20

NB: This module will not be available to students until the academic year 2022-23. This module introduces the tools, techniques and the practical frameworks associated with management consulting, as well an examination of how organisational development is implemented by management consultants. It is aimed those students who are considering a career in management consulting and/or have an interest in organisational development.

Optional G Modules

(0-20 credits)

INTERNATIONAL AND STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Code NBS-6105B

Credits 20

GEOGRAPHY AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Code NBS-6132B

Credits 20

GLOBAL VALUE CHAIN

Code NBS-6133B

Credits 20

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Entry Requirements

A Levels

ABB excluding General Studies or BBB excluding General Studies with an A in the Extended Project

BTEC

DDD excluding BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration

Scottish highers

AAABB

Scottish highers advanced

BCC

Irish leaving certificate

3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3

Access course

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3

European Baccalaureate

75%

International Baccalaureate

75%

GCSE offer

You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.

Additional entry requirements

If you are interested in Year 2 entry to undergraduate courses in the Norwich Business School please contact the Admissions Service for further information prior to applying.

If you do not meet the academic and or English requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO University of East Anglia offers guaranteed progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to a degree within Norwich Business School:

International Foundation in Business, Economics, Society and Culture (for Year 1 entry to UEA)

International Foundation in Mathematics and Actuarial Sciences (for Year 1 entry to UEA)

Alternative Qualifications

UEA recognises that some students take a mixture of International Baccalaureate IB or International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme IBCP study rather than the full diploma, taking Higher levels in addition to A levels and/or BTEC qualifications. At UEA we do consider a combination of qualifications for entry, provided a minimum of three qualifications are taken at a higher Level. In addition some degree programmes require specific subjects at a higher level.

Students for whom english is a foreign language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):

IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Please click here to see our full list.

If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:

Pre-sessional English at INTO UEA

English for University Study at INTO UEA

Interviews

Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.

Gap year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.

Intakes

This course is open to UK and overseas applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

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BA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT WITH A YEAR ABROAD