BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year
Our business management degree, based in major financial hubs, offers an excellent foundation for a successful career in leadership. The programme begins with a Foundation Year that covers fundamental topics relevant to today’s dynamic business environment.
The subsequent years focus on core areas of global business and management, including marketing, organizational behavior, international business law, and strategy. In your final year, you can choose to complete a dissertation, a consulting project, or an internship.
This degree equips you with transferable skills applicable across various career contexts, including leadership, business operations, strategy, and entrepreneurship—key elements for sustaining global economies.
As you shape your career goals, we provide support to align your industry specialisms with your professional aspirations, ensuring you gain the critical knowledge needed for career advancement.
Key questions explored in the programme include:
- How do finances and economics impact management decisions?
- What role do marketing and communications play in business growth?
- Which core business functions are crucial for effective management?
By studying this programme, you will develop both core and specialist skills in high demand by UK and global employers, giving you a competitive edge in advancing your leadership career.
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Modules
This course is 4 years with a foundation year. You will complete your first year and then continue for 3 more years to get your degree.
Foundation Year
Covers fundamental management principles, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling in a business context.
Involves completing a project that applies management and business concepts to a real-world or simulated scenario.
Develops skills in academic research methodologies and writing, focusing on producing high-quality research papers and reports.
Explores effective communication strategies in a business environment, including written, oral, and digital communication skills.
Prepares students for professional careers by focusing on career planning, resume writing, interview techniques, and workplace skills.
Provides an overview of marketing principles, including market research, consumer behavior, and the marketing mix.
Year 1
Examines the broader business context in which organizations operate, including industry dynamics and competitive landscapes.
Analyzes external and internal factors affecting business operations, including economic, social, and regulatory influences.
Focuses on human resource management practices, including recruitment, performance management, and employee development.
Explores digital marketing strategies and communication channels, including social media, email marketing, and online advertising.
Introduces financial and economic concepts relevant to business decision-making, including financial statements, budgeting, and economic theories.
Investigates global business operations, including international trade, global markets, and cross-cultural management issues.
Year 2
Examines strategic planning and implementation processes within organizations, including competitive analysis and strategic decision-making.
Focuses on the management of business operations and systems, including process optimization, supply chain management, and IT systems.
Covers research methodologies and techniques used in business research, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
Explores ethical issues and sustainability practices in business, including corporate social responsibility and environmental impact.
Examines innovation processes and entrepreneurial strategies, focusing on creating and managing new business ventures.
Involves completing a substantial business project that integrates learning from previous modules, focusing on practical application and problem-solving.
Year 3
Explores strategic management in a global context, including international strategy formulation and global competitive dynamics.
Focuses on managing global operations and teams, including cross-cultural management, international business practices, and global leadership.
Covers research methods and techniques for analyzing global business issues, including international market research and cross-border data analysis.
Examines ethical and sustainability issues in a global business environment, focusing on global corporate responsibility and sustainable practices.
Investigates innovation and entrepreneurship in a global context, including strategies for launching and growing international ventures.
Involves a comprehensive project focused on global business issues, integrating knowledge and skills from the entire course to address complex business challenges.
Apply Now
Ready to take the next step in your education and career? Apply for the BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year program today!
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Submit Your Application
Begin by filling out our user-friendly online application form with your personal and educational details.
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Upload Supporting Documents
Ensure you provide all necessary documents, including, Educational transcripts, Personal statement, References
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Application Review
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Receive Your Offer
If your application is successful, you will receive an offer letter with detailed instructions on the next steps to enroll in the program.
