- Duration of studies: 4 years
- Number of ESPB: 240 ESPB
- Degree: Graduated philologist – English
- Field: Humanities
- Field: Philology
- Forms of study: traditional (in the premises of the University) and online, via the Internet (e-learning)
- Location: Belgrade (20 students) and Niš (25 students)
- • Foreign languages studied by students: A – English language (level C2)
B – German language (level B1)
C – French language (level B1)
A NEW AND UNIQUE STUDY PROGRAMME IN SERBIA AND THE REGION
English with Business is a unique study programme that opens the door to success in the world of international business for students. Business English is a program that combines the study of English with the essential aspects of business, offering students key skills needed to succeed in an international business environment.
ABOUT THE BACHELOR STUDY PROGRAMME ENGLISH WITH BUSINESS
This study programme aims to prepare students for work in corporations, institutions, governmental and non-governmental organizations and in state bodies in jobs that require the use of three languages (English, German and possibly French), while several business related courses are included:
- English language: four compulsory and two elective professional courses
- German language: two elective courses in Business German
- French language (entirely elective): two elective courses in Business French
Also, students can choose up to six courses (out of 23 offered) of the BAS Digital Business and Marketing study programme, with the aim of bringing students closer to the profession in which they will work and to prepare them for teaching foreign languages in professional courses.
WHY DO YOU NEED TO STUDY ENGLISH WITH BUSINESS AT BELGRADE METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY?
In today’s global economy, command of the English language in a business context is crucial. Our programme is tailored for students who aspire to become communication experts and innovative leaders in the business world. The study programme was created to meet the needs of the modern labor market, providing students with not only English language skills, but also practical skills in digital marketing, international business and effective business communication.
Through studies of English language in business, a comprehensive understanding of the English language in its linguistic, literary and cultural aspects is achieved. Through the integration of language abilities and communication skills, the programme prepares students for the complex demands of the global market and intercultural interactions. Through a curriculum that includes linguistics, literature, translation and digital business, students develop a wide range of skills that are in demand in various sectors such as education, media, diplomacy and business management. Through elective courses, students acquire qualifications necessary for intercultural understanding such as French and German and for various jobs in the field of digital business and marketing that necessarily integrate knowledge of the English language.
Through practical tutorials, student projects and research assignments, students acquire skills that can be used in their academic, professional and personal lives.
OBJECTIVES OF THE BAS ENGLISH WITH BUSINESS STUDY PROGRAMME:
- Achieving competencies and academic skills as well as methods for their acquisition, i.e, learning with modern teaching methods and various teaching technologies that contribute to the development of specific skills necessary for effective acquisition of knowledge and skills in English;
- Possessing grammatical accuracy, a wide vocabulary and expertise in properly expressing research and analytical ideas in English;
- Stimulating the thought process of students through various creative tasks and projects that enable the expression of innovative ideas in English;
- Development of creative abilities and the mastery of specific practical skills required for performing the profession, including translation, editorial work, lexicography and teaching English as a foreign language, which provides them with a basis for various professional directions;
- Through professional practice, students gain concrete experience in working with the English language and digital business in real work environments, preparing them for a successful career in various professional fields;
- Through elective courses, students gain knowledge about digital business and marketing and the importance of integrating the English language in the field of business and operations at the international level;
- Developing business communication skills, including multiculturalism, application of different methods and technologies in digital transformation processes and effective marketing approach in the market.
MOST COMMON JOBS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
The English with Business Study Programme opens doors to a wide range of careers in international companies, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, etc. Graduates can expect positions such as international relations managers, corporate communication specialists, market analysts, and the like.
Students who graduate from bachelor academic studies in English wth business is qualified to work as:

Translator for English, with special emphasis on French and German. They can also work as a digital marketing expert or digital advertising specialist.

Project manager or product manager in the field of digital business and as a specialist in human resource management with a focus on digital companies.

Analyst or market researcher with special emphasis on international business and consultant for innovation and entrepreneurship in the digital sector.

Specialist in internal communication or corporate communications in companies and as a specialist in content management or social media in a digital environment.

A student can also work as a coordinator of international business activities or an import/export manager in the digital trade sector.
The purpose of the study program of basic academic studies English in Business is to create experts who are able to apply their knowledge and skills in various fields, from education and media to the business sector and diplomacy, and equips students as globally oriented individuals ready to actively participate in the modern society and the labor market.
LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE STUDY PROGRAM:
Students acquire specific competencies and qualifications that are recognized and appreciated both at national and international level.
Learning outcomes:
- The graduate student possesses academic knowledge and professional knowledge related to the understanding of basic concepts and theories of the English language, including grammar, phonetics, syntax and lexicology;
- Critical understanding and application in a narrow specialist area of study, work and understanding of cultural and social aspects of Anglophone countries;
- Solves complex problems in a narrow specialist area of study and/or work in non-standard conditions
- Apply the skills of successful communication in English at different levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced) in interaction and cooperation with others from different social groups;
- Communicate in English in different contexts (academic, professional, everyday)
- Apply ethical standards of the profession;
- Organizes, controls and trains others to work;
COMPLIANCE OF THE PROGRAMME WITH INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMES
The BAS English with Business degree programme offers students the opportunity to earn an internationally recognized degree and connect with business leaders. . Partnerships with prestigious international companies allow students to apply their knowledge and expand their professional networks.
BAS English with Business is modeled after the world’s leading universities.
Subjects of the study program
The study program contains 41 courses, out of which 33 are compulsory courses and 27 elective courses, out of which students choose eight.
- A student can choose eight French elective courses (with two courses of French in Business)
- • Instead of French, students can choose four courses from the BAS Digital Business and Marketing (with the aim of getting to know the profession and business issues), up to 6 English courses (4 compulsory and 2 elective) and up to 2 German courses. Also, the student has the option to choose 2 courses from Rhetoric and Public Speaking and Audio-visual translation in English.
The BAS English in Business study programme contains 5 groups of courses:
- English
- German
- French (elective)
- General compulsory courses
- Management courses (elective)
Student can choose any combination of eight elective courses.
CURRICULUM AND PROGRAMME
I YEAR
II YEAR
III YEAR
IV YEAR
CEFR LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE OF ENGLISH, GERMAN AND FRENCH LANGUAGES OF THE BAS STUDY PROGRAM ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN BUSINESS
Belgrade Metropolitan University has decided to apply the internationally recognized CERF proficiency levels for English, German and French as a transparent, coherent and comprehensive basis for the development of language curricula and curriculum guidelines, the design of teaching and learning materials and the assessment of foreign language skills. language.
CERF (The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is a common European reference framework for languages: learning, teaching, assessment and is contained in a special publication adopted by the Council of Europe. It contains descriptors that describe the levels of knowledge of foreign languages. They represent a transparent, coherent and comprehensive basis for the development of language curricula, curriculum guidelines, the design of teaching and learning materials and the assessment of foreign language knowledge.
Global scale – Table 1 (CEFR 3.3): Common reference levels
Skilled user | C2 | A student understands with ease almost everything he hears or reads. Can summarize information from a variety of spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts into a coherent presentation. Can express himself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, distinguishing finer nuances of meaning even in more complex situations. |
C1 | The student understands a wide range of demanding, longer texts and understands implicit meaning. Can express himself fluently and spontaneously without much apparent searching for expression. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex topics, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. | |
Independent user | B2 | Studnet understands the main ideas of complex text on concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her area of specialization. He can communicate with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without effort on either side. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of topics and explain a point of view on a current issue giving the pros and cons of different options. |
B1 | The student understands the main points of clear standard input about familiar things that he regularly encounters at work, in his free time, etc. It can handle most situations that may arise when traveling in areas where the language is spoken. Can create simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. | |
Basic user | A2 | The student understands sentences and frequently used expressions relating to areas of most immediate importance (eg very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks that require a simple and direct exchange of information about familiar and routine matters. Can simply describe aspects of his/her background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need. |
A1 | The student understands and uses familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at satisfying the needs of a specific type. Can introduce himself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he lives, people he knows and things he has. Can communicate in a simple way provided the other person speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to help. |
DISCOUNT FOR APPLICATIONS DURING THE PROMO PERIOD
Belgrade Metropolitan University for the 2024/2025 generation. organizes a preliminary application for enrollment.
Candidates who have completed or are completing a four-year high school can apply for enrollment in the “English with Business” study programme.
Belgrade Metropolitan University – Traditional teaching and online teaching
STUDY PROGRAM | Annual tuition (traditional and online classes) | Advance payment of 20% upon registration | AMOUNT OF THE MONTHLY INSTALLMENT FOR THE PAYMENT MODEL OF THE REMAINING 11 INSTALLMENTS | |||
FACULTY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES | ||||||
English language in business | 2.290€ | 458€ | 166,55 € |
Belgrade Metropolitan University in Nis – Traditional teaching
STUDY PROGRAM | Annual tuition (traditional and online classes) | Advance payment of 20% upon registration | AMOUNT OF THE MONTHLY INSTALLMENT FOR THE PAYMENT MODEL OF THE REMAINING 11 INSTALLMENTS | |||
FACULTY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES | ||||||
English with Business | 1.790 € | 358 € | 130,19 € |
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