International Business with Italian - MA (Hons)

The University of Edinburgh

Combine the study of business with Italian to prepare for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:* authentic leadership* ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour* entrepreneurial practice* effective communicationThis will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:* finance* strategy* innovation* marketing* human resource management* data analytics* entrepreneurship**Italian**As one of Europe's most creative and diverse civilisations, Italy has a fascinating history. It is a cultural and scientific powerhouse, and has an advanced economy with the ninth-largest nominal GDP in the world.On this programme, you will learn the Italian language in the context of Italian culture, including influential works of literature, art and cinema.You will develop your ability to read, write and speak the language to a high professional standard, gaining an awareness of different registers and styles.From our own Italian Society to the Italian Cultural Institute, you will find many places in Edinburgh to develop your interest in Italy.**International business**You will specialise in international business in Year 2 and have a compulsory study year abroad in Year 3 at one of our international partner institutions in Italy.**Programme benefits*** We actively engage with industry, policy makers and wider society, on our courses and through guest speakers and local, regional, national and international treks.* Across a range of courses, including bespoke student consultancy projects, you will have exciting opportunities to work closely with for-profit, public and third sector organisations, developing professional experience before you graduate.* The structure of our programmes means that during the early years of study, there is often the flexibility to change from one subject pathway to another.* You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.* This degree includes mandatory study abroad participation in Year 3.

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