International Business with Chinese

Combine the study of business with Chinese 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 communication

Business School competency framework

This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:

* accountancy and finance

* strategy

* marketing

* human resource management

* data analytics

* entrepreneurship and innovation

You can draw on a range of disciplines outside business, particularly in Years 1 and 2, which include:

* psychology

* law

* economics

* sociology

* art and design

* history

* mathematics

Chinese
As the world’s second most spoken language, Mandarin Chinese and its associated cultures have helped to shape the contemporary world in many ways.

On this programme, you will learn to read, write and speak modern standard Chinese. You will also learn about Chinese history, literature, culture, politics and international relations.

International business

You will specialise in international business in Year 2 and you will have a compulsory study year abroad in Year 3 at one of our international partner institutions in a Chinese-speaking country.

Who the programme is for
This programme is particularly suitable if you are looking for a breadth of international business understanding. The programme is also appropriate for those aspiring to undertake a career in international management, and those seeking further educational opportunities.

Environment for learning

We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey.

We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies.

Further development opportunities

You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:

* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)

* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)

You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.