Commerce (International) (DN660/BSW1)

Throughout the duration of the programme, you will receive a firm foundation in core and specialist business disciplines, as well as developing your language proficiency to degree minor level.

To achieve a truly global perspective on business, it is necessary to immerse yourself in the culture and not just learn the vocabulary. As part of the course, BCIT students will also take a range of literature and culture modules from the UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics. Some examples of modules currently on offer include French New Wave Cinema, Surrealism in Spain and Mexico, Grimm’s Tales, Italian Cinema and Society. Students are brought to a high level of language proficiency and cultural sensitivity. While the European options focus on language, literature and culture, the Chinese option encompasses Chinese language, culture, politics, law and society.

On applying to BCIT you will select two languages to study, choosing from Chinese, French, German, Italian or Spanish. With the exception of French (please review French language requirements), you have the option to study these languages from beginner level. 

At the end of the first semester students choose one of the two options to pursue as their language minor for the remainder of the programme. 

First Year

• Accounting
• Economics
• Maths & Statistics
• Organisational Behaviour
• Management
• Business in Society
• 4 x Language & Culture/Literature modules

Second Year

• Managerial Accounting
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Global Operations
• Finance
• Information & Communications Technology
• 5 x Language & Culture/Literature modules.

Third & Fourth Years

The year studying abroad is an integral part of the BCIT programme, and you will spend the year studying abroad at one of our highly regarded international business school partners. With the European language minors, you will study business subjects through the chosen language for the year, while the Chinese minor involves one semester studying Chinese language and a second semester studying business through English.

In the final year you will continue with language and culture/literature studies, and in addition can specialise in a particular business discipline (such as Accountancy, Management, Marketing, Banking & Finance, MIS or HRM) or study a mix of business subjects.

Students attend lectures, tutorials and seminars, and undertake group and individual presentations, project work and independent study. Projects include case studies, business simulations, presentations and web development.

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Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Students on the Commerce International programme will spend Year 3 studying in one of our highly regarded international partner institutions.This mandatory year abroad is an integral part of the BCIT programme and offers a unique opportunity for personal development and academic growth while immersed in the language and culture of the host country. While this immersive experience is a demanding challenge, education experts have shown that these multicultural competencies are strongly linked with innovative thinking and creative performance. In third year, whether at home or abroad,  you will also have an opportunity to participate in the BCIT summer internship module, and avail of academic credit for this experiential learning. 

A list of partner universities can be viewed here. 

BCIT Students have the option to complete a summer internship for academic credit. The 5-credit business summer internship module allows students to gain credit for professional workplace experience. The aim of the module is to provide students with the opportunity to reflect on and develop their personal and professional skills and gain an understanding of how theory presented in modules translates into practice. Students have the option to complete their summer internship in Ireland or in their host country after their year abroad. Completing an internship not only allows students to develop their professional & personal skills but also helps to inform their career decision-making and enhance their employability.

BComm International graduates find employment in the private, public and not-for-profit or NGO sectors, or set up their own companies. Many different career paths are available, and students who can combine an international language with a business qualification are highly employable graduates for multinational companies. In addition, the focus on multicultural competencies gives BCIT graduates a unique competitive advantage in the global marketplace.

Non-EU Undergraduate Fee information can be found here.

UCD offers a number of competitive undergraduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD undergraduate degree programme. For information on Undergraduate Scholarships, please see the UCD International Scholarships webpage.

“Choosing UCD was an obvious choice for me given its strong academics and large international student body. During my time at UCD I have been able to shape my educational experience through studying a comprehensive business curriculum in conjunction with my passion for foreign languages. UCD enabled me to put my foreign language skills to the test by studying in Valencia, Spain for one academic year strengthening my linguistic and communication skills. I have found commerce international both rewarding and challenging as UCD has pushed me as a business student and as a member of a global society.”

Stephen Bigger, Bachelor of Commerce International, Year 4