Globalisation strengthens the connection between companies from all over the world. It is time people understand the importance of international business.
International business degrees are shaped to give students practical knowledge about different business management practices from all over the world. In addition, candidates are prepared for business careers abroad or in organisations that are engaged in business on a global scale.
Moreover, international business is vital in order to understand different cultures and mindsets and ultimately become a global citizen.
A degree in International Business prepares you for a job in a culturally diverse business environment, which means that any graduate can benefit from opportunities in any country.
The advantage of an International Business course is that you are highly employable for most industries since the majority of skills acquired are transferable.
Candidates studying international business will also gain information and insight about the difficulties of starting and growing businesses from different countries, something which is of utmost importance for anyone who wants to make their business thrive.
International Business is usually a three-year commitment, depending on each university. Lately, there are institutions which offer the possibility of having a ‘sandwich course’, which basically enables the candidates to work abroad for one year in the industry, as part of their studies.
The purpose of the ‘sandwich course’ is to encourage students to step outside their comfort zone and work in a different culture and environment. In this way, they will understand other mentalities, as well as gain relevant working experience in the field.
What I liked about college, in general, was the possibility of experiencing Law in other areas or areas of knowledge (Anthropology, International Relations, Sociology, Economics, History, etc.). In addition, I experienced in the chair of “Interdisciplinary Legal Practice” the legal practice with classes taught by Law Firms. Despite this, the hours of classes were excessive and we often stayed all day to have classes. Another point that made me unhappy is the absence of group work and other means of continuous assessment other than the mandatory exam in some subjects, in addition to the lack of attendance or oral exams. For those who are interested in the course and would like to experience a more internationalized teaching, there are courses taught in the English language (B2), and students must take an English exam for certification held at the college after the exam seasons (Cambridge Exam). One aspect that I believe should be improved in the faculty would be the space, since we are studying in a temporary building and which will in the future be transferred to Carcavelos (next to the Nova School of Business and Economics). In terms of work, I believe that the faculty has assigned the necessary mechanisms for me to start my life in the legal field.
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