Bachelor of Business (International Business)

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Bachelor of Business (International Business)
Institution
University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)
Location
United Arab Emirates
Total Tuition
$ 65864
Intakes
September
Application deadline
August
Application Fee
68
Program Description

Our Bachelor of Business major in International Business degree (previously known as Bachelor of Commerce: International Business) offers a unique approach to managing in the global context, with an in-depth and rigorous learning experience. The program provides specialized knowledge and skills related to international economics, international financial management, cross-cultural management, international marketing and international human resource management. Learning is embedded in practice thorough industry based projects and simulations that provide opportunities to solve real challenges faced by organizations operating in a worldwide arena, and thus develop practical skills much sought after by business. Students would also have the opportunity to participate in a study abroad tour and gain exposure to the global context.

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This program would produce graduates who are able to appreciate cultural differences in their interactions and decision-making process when dealing with international business situations. The program prepares graduates to be able to work in an ambiguous and unstructured environment by considering the socio-economic-political scenarios of different regions.  Graduates will have a strong understanding of the impact of global events on business and use a data-driven approach to solving business problems.

The completion of the program will open a world of careers like international market development executive, international trade coordinator, foreign office liaison, international business consultant, international business manager, country research analyst, country manager and entrepreneur. With this degree, you will be equipped to work in any industry in private, semi private or government sector and in any regions of the world.

*Academic Entry Requirements
Your required high school average or baseline score depends entirely on the curriculum you followed:

High School Curriculum  3-Year Advanced Entry Track 4-Year Direct Entry Track
UAE Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama Not Available (N/A) 70% (Elite/Advanced Track) / 75% (General Track)
Arab Countries Curriculum Not Available (N/A) 70% minimum average score
British GCE (A-Levels) CCD in 3 A-Level subjects + 5 IGCSEs (Grade D or above) D in 1 A-Level or 2 AS-Levels + 5 IGCSEs (Grade D or above)
American High School Diploma Grade C (70% or 2.5/4.0) + minimum 1100 SAT Grade C (70% or 2.5/4.0) (No SAT required)
International Baccalaureate (IB) Minimum 25 points overall Minimum 21 points overall
Indian CBSE Grade 12 10.5 calculated positional score* 7 calculated positional score*


*Note: UOWD calculates the Indian CBSE score using positional grades in English/Hindi plus your best four remaining externally examined subjects (where A1 = 4 points, down to D2 = 0.5 points).
 

*English Language Proficiency Requirements
Because international business operations, case studies, and lectures are delivered strictly in English, you must present a valid proficiency certificate: 
  • For 3-Year Advanced Entry:
    • IELTS Academic: 6.0 overall (with at least 6.0 in Reading and Writing, and 5.0 in Listening and Speaking).
    • TOEFL iBT: 79 overall (minimum 18 in Reading/Writing, 16 in Listening/Speaking).
    • PTE Academic: 54 overall (minimum 54 in all individual Communicative Skills). 

  • For 4-Year Direct Entry (Freshman Year):
    • IELTS Academic: 5.0 overall.
    • TOEFL iBT: 40 overall.
    • PTE Academic: 42 overall.

First Year – First Semester

COMM101 – Principles of Responsible Business – 6 Credit Points
ACCY121 – Accounting for Decision Making – 6 Credit Points
MGNT110 – Introduction to Management – 6 Credit Points
MARK101 – Marketing Principles – 6 Credit Points

First Year – Second Semester

COMM121 – Statistics for Business – 6 Credit Points
ECON102 – Economics and Society – 6 Credit Points
FIN111 – Introductory Principles of Finance – 6 Credit Points
MGNT102 – Business Communications – 6 Credit Points


Second Year – First Semester

ECON216 – International Macroeconomics – 6 Credit Points
MARK205 – Introductory International Marketing – 6 Credit Points
LAW101 – Business Law – 6 Credit Points
GENERAL ELECTIVE 1 – Free General Elective – 6 Credit Points

Second Year – Second Semester

MGMT201 – Organisational Behaviour – 6 Credit Points
MGMT389 – International Business Management – 6 Credit Points
BUS200 – Innovation for Global Goals – 6 Credit Points
GENERAL ELECTIVE 2 – Free General Elective – 6 Credit Points


Third Year – First Semester

MGMT314 – Strategic Management – 6 Credit Points
MGMT341 – International Human Resource Management – 6 Credit Points
ECON303 – Economic Development and Policy – 6 Credit Points
GENERAL ELECTIVE 3 – Free General Elective – 6 Credit Points

Third Year – Second Semester

COMM331 – Integrative Business Capstone – 6 Credit Points
MGMT301 – Managing Logistics in Global Supply Chains – 6 Credit Points
GENERAL ELECTIVE 4 – Free General Elective – 6 Credit Points
GENERAL ELECTIVE 5 – Free General Elective – 6 Credit Points


Program Notes

  • Global Mobility: Students may transfer credits directly to the University of Wollongong in Australia and complete a semester abroad.
  • Freshman Entry Track: Students who do not qualify for direct 3-year advanced entry will complete an additional Freshman Year, extending the program to 4 years and adding 8 introductory subjects.

 

Program Overview
Study Format
Full-time
Program Level
Bachelor's
Language Of Materials
English
Language Of Teaching
English
Mode
On-campus
Duration By Months
48
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Contact Admission
University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)
Phone Number
+97142781800
Email
info@uowdubai.ac.ae

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