MSc Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management
The MSc in Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management at King’s Colleg...
BA Management & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) with a year abroad
Strand, London
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
This joint honors degree provides a unique opportunity to develop both business acumen and linguistic proficiency. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of core management disciplines, including accounting, finance, marketing, and strategy, while simultaneously achieving fluency in their chosen modern language (French, German, Portuguese, or Spanish). The year abroad, a key component of the program, provides immersive experience in the target language and culture, significantly enhancing both language skills and intercultural competence.
Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced and integrated education in both management and modern languages. The Management component covers essential business principles and practices, providing students with a strong foundation in key functional areas. The Modern Languages component focuses on developing language proficiency through intensive study of grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context, alongside the study of literature, film, and other cultural forms in the chosen language. The year abroad allows students to immerse themselves in the culture and society of a French-, German-, Portuguese-, or Spanish-speaking country, further enriching their language skills and cultural understanding.
Research Focus: King's Business School and the Modern Languages department at King's College London both have strong research profiles. Faculty members are actively engaged in cutting-edge research across a range of areas, including international business, strategy, linguistics, literature, and cultural studies. This research-driven environment benefits students, who are taught by leading experts and have access to the latest scholarship.
Industry Engagement: London's status as a global hub for business and finance provides students with invaluable opportunities for industry engagement. King's College London benefits from close ties to numerous companies and organizations, offering potential for internships, placements, and networking events. The combination of management expertise and language skills makes graduates particularly attractive to businesses with international operations.
Global Perspective: The program inherently fosters a global perspective. The study of management within an international context, combined with language acquisition and the year abroad, prepares students to operate effectively in a globalized business environment. Students develop intercultural competence, learn to appreciate diverse perspectives, and gain a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities of international business.
Location
Strand, London
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 30000
Undergraduate Entry Requirements
Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 80% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.
English language proficiency:
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 70.
- Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
King’s College London is providing financial support to international students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. The university offers a variety of scholarships specifically designed to assist international students in covering tuition fees and living costs while studying in the United Kingdom. These scholarships help make higher education more accessible to students from diverse backgrounds and regions.
King’s College London Undergraduate International Scholarships: Undergraduate international students may be eligible for merit-based scholarships that provide financial assistance to help cover tuition fees. These scholarships are open to students from all over the world and are awarded based on academic performance, extracurricular achievements, and potential to succeed in their chosen program.
Dean’s Scholarships for International Students: Many departments at King’s College London offer Dean’s Scholarships for international students applying to specific programs. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and the student’s potential contribution to their field of study. They may provide partial or full funding for tuition fees and are typically available for high-achieving students who have an excellent academic record.
Country-Specific Scholarships: King’s College London offers country-specific scholarships for international students from specific regions or countries. These scholarships are designed to support students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and who are making a positive impact in their home country. Each scholarship may have its own eligibility criteria, including academic qualifications, nationality, and financial need.
King's College London's BA Management & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) with a year abroad equips graduates with a highly valuable and versatile skillset, opening doors to a diverse range of international career paths. The combination of business acumen, language fluency, intercultural competence, and strong analytical skills makes graduates particularly attractive to organizations operating in the global marketplace.
International Business and Management: Many graduates find roles in multinational corporations, working in areas such as international sales, marketing, business development, or operations management. Their language skills and cultural understanding give them a competitive edge in international markets.
Management Consulting: Consulting firms, particularly those with international clients, value the combination of business knowledge and language skills. Graduates can advise businesses on a range of strategic and operational issues in different cultural contexts.
Finance and Banking: The financial sector increasingly seeks individuals with language skills and international expertise. Graduates can find roles in international finance, investment banking, or asset management, particularly in institutions with European or Latin American interests.
Marketing and Sales: Graduates can pursue careers in international marketing and sales, developing and implementing marketing strategies for global markets, managing international brands, or leading international sales teams.
International Trade and Development: Graduates can work in organizations involved in international trade, development, or government affairs, contributing to trade policy, promoting international business, or working on development projects in different countries.
Translation and Interpreting: Fluency in a modern language opens doors to careers in translation and interpreting, facilitating communication across cultures in various fields like business, law, and international relations.
Education: Graduates can pursue careers in teaching business or their chosen modern language at the secondary or university level. Further qualifications, such as a teaching certification or postgraduate degree, are typically required.
Journalism and Media: The strong writing, analytical, and communication skills developed through the program, combined with language skills, are highly valuable in journalism and media, particularly in international reporting or cultural commentary.
Public Sector and Government: Governments and public sector organizations involved in international trade, economic development, or foreign affairs often hire graduates with expertise in management and language skills.
Non-Profit Organizations: NGOs working on international development, human rights, or cultural exchange often hire graduates with language skills and knowledge of different cultures.
