1. Apply relevant theoretical concepts and techniques to understand complex and constantly evolving international business environment; 2.Acquire and apply knowledge of International Business to a range of complex situations taking into account relationships to and interactions with, other areas disciplines and areas including Organisation Theory, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing and HRM; 3. Critically appraise the relationships among and interconnectedness between organizations and their socio-cultural and institutional context 4. Display critical awareness and systematic understanding of current issues in International Business, which is informed by leading-edge research, and practice in the field; 5. Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate techniques sufficient to allow detailed investigation of relevant issues in various disciplines underpinning the course; 6.Exhibit creativity in the application of existing knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to develop and interpret knowledge in International Business; 7.Critically evaluate the uses and limitations of a range of research methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to select and conduct effective business and strategic research in a international business context;