SCHELLHAMMER BUSINESS SCHOOL · ON CAMPUS IN SPAIN
Bachelor of Arts in
International Relations.
Explore the forces that shape our world.
Develop a perspective of your own.
The programme at a glance.
- Duration
- 3 academic years
- Study format
- On campus · taught in English
- Credits
- 180 ECTS
- Semester starts
- October & February
- Minimum age
- 18 years
- Course code
- BIR-100
A connected view
of the contemporary world.
The Bachelor of Arts in International Relations at Schellhammer Business School takes a broad approach to the factors that shape contemporary society. International relations and politics are explored alongside economics, sociology, business and psychology.
This combination brings attention to both institutions and people: how organisations work, how economies develop and how human motivations influence decisions. It encourages students to examine the connections between different fields as they build their understanding of the world.
The published curriculum places a strong emphasis on business knowledge, supported by subjects in economics, psychology, social research, negotiation and cross-cultural management.
What you will study.
Three academic years bring together business foundations, social perspectives, strategy and research. The complete subject list is below.
YEAR 1
Business, economics & society
- Business Ethics
- Principles of Business Management - Organization Structure
- Principles of Marketing
- Marketing Research
- Principles of Business Management – Building and Leading Teams
- Business in Society
- Principles of Supply Chain Management
- Business Management and Social Relations
- Mathematics and Statistics for Business
- Introduction to Psychology
- Thinking and Argumentation
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- Academic Writing and Skills
- Business Skills Lab (on campus)
- Language Skills (Spanish or English)
Optional qualification: ATHE Level 4.
YEAR 2
Law, development & negotiation
- Intellectual Property Law
- International Business Law
- Human Resources Management
- Performance & Talent Management
- Corporate Finance
- Managerial Accounting
- Digital Marketing
- Advertisement and Promotional Planning
- New Venture Creation I and II
- Research in Social Sciences
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Developing Economies
- Developmental Theories
- The Family Business
- Contracts & Agreements
- Business Skills Lab (on campus)
- Spanish (optional)
Optional qualification: ATHE Level 5.
YEAR 3
Strategy, research & social impact
- Reputation Management
- Leadership in the AI Era
- Brand Management I and II
- Risk Management I and II
- Project Management I and II
- Thesis Elaboration
- Managing Strategy
- Critical Thinking in Business and Social Impact
- Business Sectoral Analysis
- Corporate Governance
- Cross Cultural Management
- Business Thinking and Decision Making
- Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods
- Business Skills Lab (on campus)
- Spanish (optional)
Optional qualification: ATHE Level 6.
Subjects may vary from the published list and are reviewed periodically to reflect developments in industry and business. Ask us about the requirements and availability of the optional ATHE qualifications.
Think critically.
Consider different perspectives.
Thinking and Argumentation, Research in Social Sciences, and Critical Thinking in Business and Social Impact form part of the programme’s approach to examining ideas and evidence.
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution and Cross Cultural Management bring a further focus on how people and organisations work together. Business Skills Labs run throughout the three years, alongside research methods and thesis work in the final year.
Develop your language skills.
Language classes are offered in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese Mandarin, Japanese, Russian and English.
Classes depend on demand, with a minimum of five students per level. Choose your language before the start of the semester.
Plan your studies at SBS.
Explore entry requirements, starting dates and tuition fees, then get to know the campus and accommodation. We can help you compare programmes and understand the route that fits your previous education and interests.
Let’s talk about
your future.
Get your information pack and ask us anything about studying at SBS.