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October, February, June

Awarding Institution

University of Suffolk

Awarded Degree

BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year

Duration

4 years

Location

London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds

Delivery

Weekdays, evenings and/or weekends

Fees

Foundation Year: £5,760. Years 1 to 3: £9,535 per year

Our business management degree is delivered in the heart of major financial hubs, providing you with a great platform for a successful career in leadership. The first year is a Foundation Year programme that will introduce you to fundamental topics impacting today’s modern business landscape.

The rest of the course will focus on core global business and management topics including marketing, organisational behaviour, international business law and strategy. During your final year, you can choose to undertake a dissertation, a consulting project, or an internship. 

Committing to study at degree level will give you transferrable skills that can be applied in any career context. Leadership, business operations, strategy and entrepreneurship are all essential to keep our global economies thriving.

As you develop and plan your career goals, we help you align your industry specialisms, giving you the critical knowledge essential for your professional career progress.

  • How do finances and economics affect management decisions
  • What role do marketing and communications have in business growth?
  • Which core business functions are essential for effective management?

Studying our programme will develop both the core and specialist skills that are in high demand by UK and global employers, giving you a competitive edge as you progress your career in leadership.

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)

Please note: The modules listed are those currently offered and may be subject to change during our ongoing review processes. However, the core learning outcomes and themes will remain largely consistent.

Here are the entry requirements for this course:

Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and:

  • Have a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to either 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points).
  • Have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
  • Be assessed via an interview for listening, speaking, numeracy and writing (more details shown in ‘Next steps’ section).

Applicants Aged 21+: 

  • We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.

Next Steps:

  • Please fill out an application form by clicking the 'Apply Now' button on this page.
  • Send your supporting documents when requested by GBS.
  • A panel interview and supervised personal reflection statement takes place.
  • GBS make a final decision on your application.

Course Name Fees for June 2025 Fees for New and Existing Students from August 2025
BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year £9,250 (per year)

Foundation Year: £5,760

Years 1 – 3: £9,535 (per year)

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)

Please note: The modules listed are those currently offered and may be subject to change during our ongoing review processes. However, the core learning outcomes and themes will remain largely consistent.

Here are the entry requirements for this course:

Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and:

  • Have a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to either 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points).
  • Have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
  • Be assessed via an interview for listening, speaking, numeracy and writing (more details shown in ‘Next steps’ section).

Applicants Aged 21+: 

  • We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.

Next Steps:

  • Please fill out an application form by clicking the 'Apply Now' button on this page.
  • Send your supporting documents when requested by GBS.
  • A panel interview and supervised personal reflection statement takes place.
  • GBS make a final decision on your application.
Course Name Fees for June 2025
 Fees for New and Existing Students from August 2025
BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year £9,250 (per year)

Foundation Year: £5,760

Years 1 – 3: £9,535 (per year)

 

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FAQ

1. Is the BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year course for me?

Our Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year is ideally for those who already have professional business or management experience — or seeking to develop a better understanding of effective management on a global scale. Whether you’re already in management, running a promising business or looking for a new challenge, this course is will be suited to your aspiration.

The foundational year of the course centres around building an understanding of today’s key topics within business and management. What you learn and develop during this Foundation Year course will be essential for your progress moving forward. The next three years progressively build up your theoretical and practical understanding in areas including marketing, organizational behavior, international business law and strategy.

After completing Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year course, you will possess core and specialist skills that will be invaluable in your future career. The career paths available to you include Marketing Management, Business Management, Business Development or potentially starting your own business.

The Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year can be taken at our campuses in London, Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds — providing a great selection of locations across the UK. Although the experience inside the classroom will be very similar, there’s a big difference in the cultural feel of each campus region. No matter what lifestyle you prefer, there will be a campus that suits your preferences.

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