BA International Business

The BA International Business at De Montfort University helps students gain the necessary knowledge and skills to deal with global trade and business challenges. This course lasts three years if studied full-time, or four years if it includes a placement year. It focuses on international business strategies, cross-border trade, and the various laws and politics that affect global business.

Students benefit from a block teaching method that allows them to focus on one subject at a time. The main modules that they will interact with during their time studying the course include Global Business Environment, International Trade Management, International Supply Chain Management, and Marketing for International Business. These subjects help students develop important skills such as strategic thinking, financial analysis, and leadership.

Furthermore, during the programme, students learn to analyse international markets, create global business strategies, and manage operations across borders. The course also includes hands-on experiences like live industry competitions, case studies, and guest talks from business leaders. Graduates can find jobs in various fields, including international trade, global marketing, supply chain management, finance, and consulting.

De Montfort University (DMU) is located in Leicester, England, and has been an educational institution since 1870. The university has seven Research and Innovation Institutes that tackle important issues in healthcare, environmental sustainability, and social justice. DMU is also involved in the Midlands Graduate School Doctoral Training Partnership, which supports social science research.

Home to over 25,000 students, the university is recognised as one of the top 20 universities for job prospects after graduation according to The Sunday Times Good University Guide (2020). It holds a Silver rating from the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and an Athena Swan Bronze award for valuing equality and diversity in education.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are required to have a minimum of 112 UCAS points from qualifications that are equivalent to A Levels. This can include BTEC or the IB diploma, which should have at least 26 points overall.

English Proficiency:

• For those whose first language is not English, an overall IELTS score of 6.0 is necessary, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill area. 
• Other equivalent test scores are also considered.

For the 2025/26 academic year, international students who enrol in the De Montfort University BA International Business programme will need to pay a tuition fee of £16,250 each year. Those who wish to include a placement year will pay an additional fee of £1,905. Keep in mind that these fees may increase each year throughout the duration of the course.

At De Montfort University, international students can find several scholarship options to help with their tuition costs. The Global Access Scholarship provides a £2,000 tuition fee reduction for eligible applicants in both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Additionally, students who pay their full tuition early can benefit from a £500 discount. 

The Global Partnership Scholarship is also available for students transferring from DMU's global partners, offering a fee reduction or a full scholarship for one year of study. Moreover, DMU offers the Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship, granting a 20% discount on certain postgraduate courses for former undergraduate students from DMU.

Graduates holding a BA International Business degree from De Montfort University may qualify for these job positions:

• International Trade Specialist
• Logistics Manager 
• Compliance Officer 
• Public Relations Manager 
• Financial Analyst 
• Supply Chain Manager

Applicants can submit their applications for this course through UCAS. Those who need further information or assistance can reach out to one of our trained counsellors for support.