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CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Honours Bachelor

Global Business (USA)

Dublin City University - DCU
Dublin City University - DCU
Course Code
DC116
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
4 Years
Attendence
Full Time
CAO Points 2022
625
Points Change

Course Summary

Experience the world of work and study in the USA while you gain two business degrees, experience two countries and complete two work placements. The BA in Global Business (USA) is a passport to a career in international business. This unique course will give you a broad understanding of international business, as well as a rich intercultural experience, and high quality work placements with leading companies, in Ireland and the US.

Global Business
Global Business
Global Business
Global Business

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College Link

College Link > DC116 - Global Business (USA)

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Podcasts

Jeanne Englert, Second year Global Business student (11mins 59secs)

College Virtual Tour


Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Language Options

Language options with this course

The following language options are available to study as part of this programme:

Languages
Award Type
Includes time abroad*
Notes
French
Elective
German
Elective
Spanish
Elective

* Time abroad utilising this language

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.

Entry Requirements

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - If this is a course you are considering applying for you should check on the Colleges' website to ensure you have the latest entry requirements information.

To view Mature Entry requirements, or alternative requirements, please visit Qualifax or the Colleges' website

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QQI / FET Links

PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.

Search for PLC Courses offering these awards
(Click on the Codes)

Note: Information for 2025 Entry
Award Code Award Title
5M2069 Marketing
5M2102 Business Studies
5M2468 Business Administration
5M5011 Tourism with Business

Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
Details of the QQI scoring system and a points calculator can be found  HERE

The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Enterprising

Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.

Career Progression

This degree is designed to develop future leaders in an increasingly international and diverse business environment.

Graduates find employment in diverse field of International Marketing, Finance, Law, European and International Affairs, and also work in the areas of International Management and Human Resource Management

Further Research

College Link > DC116 - Global Business (USA)

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Qualifax
Qualifax Course Page

Qualifax is the National Learners Database. (Note: Link not always available)

DISCLAIMER: These links are to official sources of information for this course - we accept no responsibility for the information on them.

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