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BA (Hons) International Business with French

French is an official language in 29 countries; it is one of the leading languages in Europe and other continents with 113 million Francophones worldwide. La Francophonie has 55 member states. On an international level, after English, French is the most commonly taught second language in the world today.

Paris by nightWhy Combine French and International Business?

In many countries of the Middle East, the Far East and Africa, the French language still enjoys a privileged position in administration, commerce and international business due to old cultural ties with France and the existence of a large French-speaking population in these areas.

It is also an exceptionally important language globally for cultural, commercial, and diplomatic reasons. Indeed, it is one of the official languages of many prestigious international organisations such as: The African Union, The European Union, FIFIA, International Court of Justice, International Olympic Committee, Interpol, NATO, Organisation of the Islamic Conference, United Nations and its agencies, World Trade Organisation and others.

The combination of French and International Business therefore opens up a wide range of attractive international opportunities for the French speaking graduate, across for profit and not-for-profit sectors.

International Business & French Course Details

With up to 6 hours of French language classes per week, you will rapidly develop your French linguistic expertise, within the context of international business studies. We teach French from beginner level and no prior knowledge is required.

You will undertake a one year study period abroad as part of the International Business and French degree. This can be taken as two academic semesters in one partner institution, or spit between two institutions, depending on your business specialisation and whether you study a second foreign language.

During this time you will take international business classes taught in French and will immerse yourself in a French speaking environment and culture. This is important to gain a contemporary cultural context, as well as to enhance your linguistic development.

You will gain exposure to international business practices through undertaking work experience and internships in French speaking environments, and will further enhance your linguistic skills in these real business contexts.

This exposure will provide further insight into utilising your French language skills in future employment, while developing a personal network of company contacts. Your business expertise, cultural awareness and French linguistic proficiency will greatly enhance your employability and will be of particular value to companies operating in international markets.