Study Guide

Description

In this degree programme, you shall gain a broad and up-to-date knowledge of international business and have an opportunity to specialize in most demanded fields related to international business including:
• Accounting and Finance
• Digital Business Development
• Experience Economy and Marketing
• Human Resource Management and Leadership
• Innovations Management and Business Development
• Digital Marketing
• Supply Chain Management
• Sustainable Entrepreneurship

You shall acquire competences and business expertise, which would help you succeed in dynamic and multicultural environment. The studies are a combination of various learning methods, such as contact teaching, online studies and team-based assignments. The learning model will help you to combine theoretical business studies with learning by doing under the guidance of a Team Coach in a virtual firm.

In the BBA study programme, you will find out how the different business areas work and how they are developed in the digital and international environment. You will learn the latest tools and applications needed in the field. Through practical business projects, events and training, you will form contacts and create a network of your own in the business world. Internationality is part of your studies and, if you wish, you can do your practical training abroad or become an exchange student at our numerous partner universities.

Upon Graduation:
Graduates are well-positioned for diverse professional opportunities in areas such as marketing, sales, export-import operations, product management, customer relations, supply chain management, project management, consultancy, or entrepreneurship.

Studying in the TAMK BBA in International Business Programme cultivates skills essential for functioning in business life. Through various methods such as contact teaching, virtual studies, blended learning, case studies, development discussions, and research assignments, students learn to plan, cooperate, access, evaluate, and deploy useful information. The program emphasizes personal study goal setting and provides support through coaches, teachers, study counselors, final thesis supervisors, study secretaries, student tutors, and the Head of International Business Programme.

Objectives

The primary objective of the TAMK BBA in International Business is to equip students with the necessary business expertise for entry-level managerial positions worldwide. This programme is specifically designed for those who aspire to work in a multicultural environment. Through a focus on basic business skills and essential competencies for success in the international working sphere, students are challenged to explore their field of expertise and career paths in the business world. A mandatory period of study abroad is a key component of the programme.
• Function effectively in business life.
• Combine theory and practice.
• Develop working life skills and communal learning.
• Demonstrate the ability to plan, work in groups, analyze, evaluate, and deploy useful information.
• Act responsibly, flexibly, manage time effectively, and interpret information through an attitude for continuous learning.

Curriculum development and working life cooperation

The International Business Programme is continuously evolving, emphasizing collaboration with local companies through projects, practical training, and Bachelor’s Theses. The program's objectives include combining theory and practice, developing working life skills, and fostering communal learning. Students are equipped to plan, work in groups, analyze information, and adapt to change responsibly and flexibly.

Further information

First Year
• Unleash Your Potential: From day one, you'll be part of a Practice Enterprise, applying theory in a fictional yet dynamic business setting. Your coaches will guide you, ensuring you develop not just academically but also personally.
Second Year
• Shape Your Future: Explore and choose your specializations. This is your opportunity to align your studies with your passions and career aspirations.
Third Year
• Global Exposure: A semester abroad at a partner university, followed by practical training abroad for five months. Imagine the skills you'll gain and the stories you'll tell.
Fourth Year
• Your Magnum Opus: Your Bachelor’s Thesis becomes your chance to shine. Ideally connected to your practical training, it's your contribution to the business world.

Highlights:
• Practical International Business Skills:
Picture yourself acquiring practical international business skills that are not just theoretical but immediately applicable. This program is designed to hone your abilities in real-world scenarios.
• Global Perspective:
The programme's crown jewel! A mandatory period of study abroad. Imagine broadening your horizons, experiencing new cultures, and building a network that spans the globe. This isn't just education; it's an adventure.
• Tailor Your Path:
Your academic journey is uniquely yours. In the second year, you get to choose two specializations from eight options. This is your chance to shape your career path and delve deep into areas like Marketing, Finance, Entrepreneurship, and more.
• Real-World Application:
The fourth year isn't just about theory; it's about applying your knowledge. Your practical training abroad becomes the foundation for your Bachelor’s Thesis—a development project solving real challenges for a company.