Businesses must embrace an international perspective to keep up with the fast-paced, interconnected global marketplace. Our BA in Global Business Management with Foundation Year is tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs eager to make their mark in the global business arena. This degree equips you with essential knowledge and skills, empowering you to stand out in a competitive job market.
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Our Business Management degree provides an excellent foundation for a successful in leadership and entrepreneurism. The program begins with a Foundation Year, where you will explore essential topics that shape today’s dynamic business environment.
The subsequent years focus on vital areas of global business and management, including marketing, organizational behaviour, international business law, and strategic management. In your final year, you can choose to work on a dissertation, a consulting project, or an internship.
Studying at the degree level equips you with transferrable skills applicable across various career paths. Key competencies in leadership, business operations, strategy, and entrepreneurship are essential for driving economic growth and innovation.
As you shape your career aspirations, our program helps you align with industry specializations, providing critical insights necessary for professional development. You’ll explore how finances and economics influence management decisions, the significance of marketing in business expansion, and the core functions vital for effective management.
This program is designed to develop both fundamental and specialized skills, ensuring you stand out in the competitive job market, ready to excel in leadership roles on both national and global stages.
Year 0 (Foundation)
– Academic Literacy for Global Business Management (20 Credits)
– Academic Research and Writing for Global Business Management (20 Credits)
– Communication and Digital Literacy Skills (20 Credits)
– Entrepreneurial Mindset (20 Credits)
– Introduction to Economics and Politics in a Global Context (20 Credits)
– Wellbeing in the Workplace (20 Credits)
Year 1
– Data Skills for Business Management (20 Credits)
– International Business (20 Credits)
– Introduction to Business Accounting (20 Credits)
– Marketing Fundamentals (20 Credits)
– Principles of Management (20 Credits)
– Understanding the Economic Environment (20 Credits)
Year 2
– Digital Marketing and Social Media for a Global Market (20 Credits)
– Entrepreneurial Small Business Venture (20 Credits)
– Information Systems and Business Intelligence (20 Credits)
– Management Accounting (20 Credits)
– Organisational Behaviour in a Global Context (20 Credits)
– Research Methods (20 Credits)
Year 3
– Applying Entrepreneurship in a Global Context (20 Credits)
– International Strategic Management (20 Credits)
– Issues in Global Business Management (20 Credits)
– Project Management (20 Credits)
– Dissertation (40 Credits)
Standard Entry Requirements
Applicants Under 21 Years
– Minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points or equivalent qualifications (e.g., 60 credits from an Ofqual-recognized Level 3 qualification).
– 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent qualifications.
Applicants Aged 21 and Over
If applicants aged 21 or older do not meet the standard entry requirements, we will consider life and work skills that demonstrate suitability for undergraduate study through our Foundation programme.
All Applicants
All candidates must undergo an assessment by the GBS Admissions team, which includes an interview to evaluate listening and speaking skills, as well as a writing assessment through a personal reflection statement.
Required Process:
Funding Your Studies
All students can access student finance.
Tuition Fee Loans
A Tuition Fee Loan covers your tuition fees, paid directly to your institution. Repayments begin after you finish your course and earn £26,575 or more per year. Both full-time and part-time students are eligible to apply.
Maintenance Loans
Eligible students can apply for a Maintenance Loan to help with living expenses. This loan is deposited directly into your bank account at the start of the term. Repayments commence after you complete your course and earn above £26,575 annually. For further details, visit [www.gov.uk/studentfinance].
Maintenance Grants
You may also apply for a Maintenance Grant to assist with living costs. These grants are paid directly into your bank account at the start of term and do not require repayment. However, any grant amount will reduce the Maintenance Loan you may qualify for if you choose to apply.
New students must demonstrate that they have lived in the UK for five years prior to their course start date to receive living cost support from Student Finance England.
Our Global Business Management with Foundation Year is perfect for individuals who have professional experience in business or management, or those eager to deepen their understanding of effective management in a global context. Whether you’re currently in a management role, leading a burgeoning enterprise, or pursuing a new challenge, this course aligns seamlessly with your aspirations.
The foundational year of this course focuses on cultivating a solid understanding of key contemporary topics in business and management. The knowledge and skills you acquire during this Foundation Year will be crucial for your future development. In the subsequent three years, you will progressively enhance both your theoretical and practical insights in areas such as marketing, organizational behaviour, international business law, and strategy.
Upon completing the Global Business Management with Foundation Year course, you will acquire essential and specialized skills that will be vital for your future career. Potential career paths include Marketing Management, Business Management, Business Development, or even launching your own venture.
The Global Business Management with Foundation Year is available at our campuses in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds, offering a diverse range of locations across the UK. While the classroom experience will be consistent, each campus has its own unique cultural atmosphere. Regardless of your lifestyle preferences, you’ll find a campus that fits your needs perfectly.
Finding the right course with a suitable schedule can be challenging, but we continually strive to enhance accessibility for students from all walks of life. The Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year course is offered on weekdays, evenings, and weekends, ensuring you have the flexibility needed to maintain a balanced lifestyle both in and out of the classroom.
Entry Requirements
Standard Entry Requirements (Applicants Under 21 Years)
– A minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points or equivalent qualifications (e.g., 60 credits from an Ofqual-recognized Level 3 qualification).
– 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent qualifications.
– Applicants who do not meet these criteria may still be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants Aged 21 and Over
– For those aged 21+, if standard entry requirements are not met, we will consider relevant life and work experience that demonstrates suitability for our undergraduate study through the Foundation course.
General Requirements for All Applicants
– All candidates will undergo an assessment by the GBS Admissions team, which includes an interview to evaluate listening and speaking skills, as well as a writing assessment through a personal reflection statement.
Application Process
Program Structure
Year 1: Foundation Year
Your first year will be a Foundation Year course designed to establish a solid grounding in business and management principles before progressing to your degree studies. During this year, you will explore essential topics such as the Business Environment, Managing People, Marketing & Communications in a Digital Era, Global Business Perspectives, Business Finance, and Economics.
Year 2: Intermediate Studies
In your second year, the curriculum becomes more rigorous, with a greater focus on developing critical thinking and analytical skills. You will engage with subjects including Effective Research Methods, Business Decision Making, Organisational Behaviour, Business Planning and Analysis, Project Management, and International Business Law.
Year 3: Advanced Studies and Major Project
The final year is focused on advanced concepts in business management and preparing for your capstone project. You will delve into topics such as Global Leadership and Organisational Behaviour, Building Sustainable Businesses, Innovation Management, and Global Management. At the end of the year, you will have the option to complete a Dissertation, Consulting Project, or Internship as your major project
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