The core knowledge domains in this module are Finance, Accounting and information systems.

The general learning outcomes of the module are related to the Intended Learning Outcomes of the BSc International Business Administration programme. The general module goal is two-fold; upon completion of this module students will be able to

• develop and build an information system, which will be used for decision-making based on both financial and non-financial information; and
• analyse the information to prepare real-life (financial) management decisions based on internationally accepted concepts and methods, while taking the (international) context into account.

An integral part of the entire IBA programme is the combination of the two skills learning lines and the three thematic learning lines: research methods, academic & business skills; internationalization, entrepreneurship and responsible management. These lines are intertwined in the curriculum. The academic & business skills include REflection on Science, Technology, and Society (RESTS) skills. Throughout projects, students will practice these skills by information searching, project reporting and presenting and writing a text to reflect on decision-making. Students will be guided on how to collect financial and non-financial data from ORBIS, a global database (free access available from UT Library) covering financial and non-financial data (UT’s license covers large and listed firms. The internationalization line is incorporated by addressing different international aspects in our core knowledge domains. Entrepreneurship is encouraged when students propose alternative investment projects.  Responsible management is considered when students select non-financial criteria in evaluating projects. A few lectures and workshops are provided to train various skills.