Understanding international business strategies is crucial in today’s increasingly globalized and innovation-driven market. The BSc (Hons) in International Business Management, featuring an integrated foundation year, provides a fantastic foundation for a career filled with global opportunities.
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Intakes
To be confirmed
Duration
4 years
Awarded Degree
BSc (Hons) in International Business Management with integrated foundation year
Delivery
Weekdays, evenings and/or weekends
UCAS Points
48
UCAS Code
M971
Locations
This course is available in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham & London
Fees
Course Overview:
The BSc (Hons) in International Business Management with an integrated foundation year offers a solid grounding in business management with a global perspective on contemporary strategic issues. You’ll enhance your understanding of international business while immersing yourself in the vibrant multicultural environment of Manchester.
The foundation year serves as the initial stage of this four-year program, providing essential knowledge in business fundamentals and study skills to prepare you for degree-level learning.
As you advance through the course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of key areas in international business management, including market analysis, the impact of emerging markets, and navigating intercultural business environments. You’ll build confidence in managing people, finances, and projects in diverse contexts while developing essential skills like communication, data analysis, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving. Additionally, we will highlight the importance of responsible and sustainable entrepreneurship in today’s global economy.
Our curriculum covers key topics such as communications, marketing, finance, human resources, and project management, ensuring you graduate with the knowledge necessary to excel in international business. The degree is thoughtfully designed to blend academic learning with practical application, equipping you to successfully navigate global companies and markets. We also focus on fostering lifelong learning skills, empowering you to take charge of your professional development and maximize your potential for future success.
In your final year, you will undertake a dissertation that allows you to integrate your skills with academic research. We will support you in applying your knowledge and demonstrating your critical understanding of international business. By pursuing the BSc (Hons) in International Business Management with an integrated foundation year, you’ll acquire essential knowledge and gain valuable experiences that will prepare you for a successful career in the global business arena.
Entry Requirements:
To apply for this course, you need a minimum of 48 UCAS points. We accept a wide range of qualifications that carry UCAS points, including A-levels, BTECs, and T-levels. For examples of how to achieve these points, please refer to our guide on the UCAS Tariff. In addition, we may consider non-tariffable qualifications for most courses.
Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. You should also have five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.
We welcome applications from those with non-traditional entry qualifications, relevant experience, or a suitable portfolio of work that can serve as a reasonable substitute for the qualifications typically required for this course.
An interview and/or portfolio submission may be necessary as part of the application process.
If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 5.5, with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a variety of other English language qualifications—please visit our English Language Requirements page for more information.
Career Opportunities:
The BSc (Hons) in International Business Management with an integrated foundation year provides a comprehensive understanding of various business functions within the commercial world. This degree opens pathways into general management as well as specialized fields such as business accounting and finance, entrepreneurship, human resource management, business law, marketing, retail, and supply chain management.
Alongside academic knowledge, the program emphasizes the development of essential employability skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and data analysis. Ultimately, the course aims to equip you with the skills necessary to thrive and adapt in the evolving workplace.
What Can I Do with This Qualification?
Graduates with a solid understanding of business operations have a competitive edge in the job market, whether entering employment or pursuing self-employment. As a holder of this degree, you will be appealing to employers across public, private, and voluntary sectors for a variety of roles in business and management. Typical career opportunities include:
– Retail management
– Human resources
– Marketing
– Customer service management
– Advertising
– Merchandising
– Logistics and supply chain management
– Accountancy
– Business law
After graduation, you may also consider further study in areas such as marketing, finance, human resources, data analysis, logistics, or supply chain management to deepen your expertise. Pursuing an MBA is another viable option.
Alternative Career Options:
This qualification can serve as a gateway to various other career paths, some of which may require relevant experience or postgraduate study. Potential alternative careers include:
– Hotel and leisure management
– Public relations
– Financial management
– Information systems
– Market research analysis
– Product management
– Health policy and information
– Purchasing
– Teaching and education
– Media (TV, film, online, newspaper, magazine)
– Self-employment
– Banking
– Auditing and quality assurance
– Project management
– Risk and insurance
Fees & Funding
International Applications
International applications are not accepted for this course. Due to visa restrictions, international students are not permitted to enroll in this program.
We offer a diverse range of full-time courses across various subjects, with many starting in September and January. To explore available courses, please visit our Course Search page.
Bursaries:
For information about scholarships and bursaries, please contact us for more details.
Important Note on Tuition Fees for the 2025-26 Academic Year
EU nationals who meet residency requirements (having settled or pre-settled status) may qualify for ‘Home’ fee status. If you do not meet these requirements, overseas fees will apply. Irish citizens residing in the UK or Ireland are eligible for ‘Home’ fee status under the Common Travel Area arrangement. For more details, please refer to the student finance for EU students page on www.gov.uk/studentfinace/
Tuition fees for a student’s course will be fixed for the normal duration of that course, subject only to inflationary adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) recorded in March each year, which will apply to subsequent start dates.
Teaching & Assessment:
We recognize that students have diverse learning needs and preferences, so we employ a variety of teaching methods, including online options where suitable.
Lectures present the core course material, while seminars provide opportunities to delve deeper into specific topics. Tutorials offer a chance to ask questions and clarify your understanding of the material covered in lectures and seminars. We also use case studies and practical scenarios to help you apply academic theories to real-world situations, enhancing your insights into contemporary business practices. Significant independent study is expected, including library research, background reading, preparation for seminars and tutorials, and completion of assignments.
Guest lectures and presentations from industry professionals will further enrich your learning experience.
Assessment methods include time-constrained exams, essays, reports, presentations, and portfolios, all contributing to your final module grade and demonstrating your achievement of the learning outcomes.
We also utilize formative assessments to aid your learning, provide feedback, and guide your development; however, these do not count toward your final module grade.
Modules:
The following modules may include both compulsory and optional components, and you may not have the opportunity to study all of them as part of the course:
– Communication Skills
– Data Skills
– Professional Development Skills
– Research Skills
– Academic and Professional Skills
– Economics for Business
– Business Finance
– Business Environment
– Managing Human Resources
– Principles and Practice of Marketing
– Legal Aspects of Business
– Business Information Systems
– Business Strategy
– Managing International Business
– Operational and Project Management
– Undergraduate Major Project
Assessment Methods:
| Level | Assessment Method |
|——–|—————————–|
| Level 0| Coursework 38% |
| | Practical Exams 50% |
| | Written Exams 13% |
| Level 1| Coursework 63% |
| | Practical Exams 25% |
| | Written Exams 13% |
| Level 2| Coursework 38% |
| | Practical Exams 50% |
| | Written Exams 13% |
| Level 3| Coursework 71% |
| | Practical Exams 29% |
### Learning Activities
| Level | Activity |
|——–|————————————|
| Level 0| Guided Independent Study 76% |
| | Scheduled Learning Activities 24% |
| Level 1| Guided Independent Study 76% |
| | Scheduled Learning Activities 24% |
| Level 2| Guided Independent Study 76% |
| | Scheduled Learning Activities 24% |
| Level 3| Guided Independent Study 76% |
| | Scheduled Learning Activities 24% |
The university will make every effort to deliver your course as outlined in the published materials and program specifications for the academic year you start. While changes to courses are approached with caution, please note that our programs are subject to ongoing review and may be modified for valid staffing, financial, regulatory, or academic reasons. The content of course modules and associated assessments may be updated annually to ensure relevance to industry and sector needs. The published materials include indicative ‘optional modules’ that may change due to circumstances beyond our control, so we cannot guarantee the availability of specific optional modules.
FAQs
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 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
1. Complete the application form.
2. Submit a supervised Personal Reflection Statement.
3. Attend a personal interview.
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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