Bachelor of International Trade
Course Overview
The Bachelor of International Trade is a full degree-level qualification running over 36 months online, with accelerated top-up entry routes for holders of a LOU UK Higher Diploma in International Trade. Delivered entirely online through LOU's virtual learning environment, the degree develops the strategic thinking, quantitative analysis, trade law and global supply chain management capabilities required to operate at senior commercial and leadership levels in international business environments, studied at London academic standards.
Students progress through strategic trade policy analysis, international contract law, global logistics, trade finance and market entry strategy, culminating in an online dissertation component that allows final-year students to investigate a contemporary international trade challenge of strategic relevance. Graduates are prepared for senior commercial roles in multinational organisations, trade bodies and government trade agencies worldwide.
Key Features
- Aligned with professional standards promoted by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), the Institute of Directors (IoD) and relevant trade associations
- Full degree-level coverage of international trade law, global supply chain management, trade finance, market entry strategy and quantitative business analysis
- Live online lectures with international trade academics and commercial practitioners, plus recorded sessions available on demand
- Digital library access to international business law, trade economics, logistics and supply chain research
- Online dissertation component at final-year level investigating a strategic international trade topic
- Study from anywhere in the world through LOU's virtual learning environment with live and on-demand access
- Top-up entry route for holders of a LOU UK Higher Diploma in International Trade
What You Will Learn
- Evaluate and develop strategic market entry plans for goods and services in international commercial contexts
- Apply international commercial law, including contract law, incoterms and dispute resolution, to business strategy
- Lead global supply chain and procurement functions at strategic business level
- Analyse trade finance mechanisms including letters of credit, export credit guarantees and foreign exchange risk
- Evaluate the macroeconomic and geopolitical factors shaping global trade flows and bilateral trade agreements
- Apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to international market analysis and feasibility assessment
- Design and manage international logistics networks for efficiency, resilience and regulatory compliance
- Conduct original research for an online dissertation on a strategic international trade topic
Who This Course Is For
- International trade and commerce professionals seeking a full degree qualification to advance into senior management roles
- UK Higher Diploma graduates in international trade or business progressing to degree level
- Graduates from other disciplines entering international business and supply chain management
- Entrepreneurs and business owners involved in import/export operations seeking degree-level credentials
- International students worldwide seeking a London-standard trade degree that can be studied entirely online
Career Pathways
- International Trade Manager
- Supply Chain Manager
- Business Development Director
- Operations Manager
- General Manager
- Corporate Strategy Analyst
- Management Consultant
LOU's online career support service provides all Bachelor graduates with virtual CV workshops, LinkedIn profile coaching, online interview preparation and employer introductions in international trade, logistics, supply chain and commercial sectors worldwide.
Entry Requirements
- A-Levels (BBC or above) or IB (26+ points) or equivalent overseas qualifications
- A completed UK Higher Diploma or Advanced Diploma for top-up routes
- IELTS 6.0 overall (no band under 5.5) or equivalent English proficiency
- Personal statement outlining online learning goals and career objectives
- Two academic or professional references
Why Study at LOU
LOU — London Online University — is an online-first division of Harold International College of London, delivering full degree-level education to students worldwide through LOU's virtual learning environment. The Bachelor of International Trade is accessible via live online lectures or recorded sessions available on demand, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world — across any trade jurisdiction — while maintaining professional commitments.
Aligned with CIPS and IoD professional standards, the Bachelor of International Trade combines digital library access, virtual tutorial sessions, online dissertation supervision and dedicated online career support to produce graduates with the strategic and analytical capabilities required for senior international business leadership.
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