From economics and strategy to law, finance, marketing and trade, you'll unleash your entrepreneurial potential and learn to navigate the complexities of international markets with this powerful degree.

It will enhance your global career prospects, preparing you for dynamic roles like international product management, consulting and marketing, all through a globally connected and future-focused curriculum tailored to today’s fast-paced business landscape.

• Develop tools to make strategic global decisions
• Communicate effectively across cultures
• Manage sustainable supply chains
• Analyze quantitative business data
• Evaluate international market trends

This is a three-year, six-semester program (180 ECTS). The core courses taught during the first year will give you a solid grounding in all essential business disciplines, while the second and third years incorporate your chosen pathway, in addition to the core courses. 

In your final year, you will undertake a year-long Business Consultancy Project designed to integrate knowledge gained throughout the program. Interacting with a real-world company, you will conduct a situational analysis and then apply your research insights to develop solutions for actual business challenges or problems.

As the BA (Hons) in Business Management is a full-franchised program offered by the University of Derby, the selection criteria for admission is fully aligned with their Admissions Policy.

Semester 1 (30 ECTS)

• Understanding People in Organizations
• Operations, Supply Chain & IT
• Business Economics

Semester 2 (30 ECTS)

• Finance & Business Performance
• Developing an Enterprising Mindset
• Marketing Fundamentals

Semester 3 (30 ECTS)

• Quantitative Skills for Business
• Sustainability & Responsible Management
• lnternational Political Economy

Semester 4 (30 ECTS)

• Applied Operations Management
• Managing Performance Through People
• Sustainable Supply Chains

Semester 5 (30 ECTS)

• Global Business & Strategy
• The Business Consultancy Project Part I
• Marketing Across Cultures

Semester 6 (30 ECTS)

• Developing Leadership & Management
• The Business Consultancy Project Part II
• Sustainable Development & lnternational Business Law

The BA (Hons) in Business Management (International Business) provides students with key competencies in core business areas and a specialized skill set in their chosen pathway.

They will acquire practical skills with direct application to real-world business scenarios and develop the agile, innovative thinking essential for success in a global business environment.

Objectives include:

• Have acquired subject specific terminology and expertise in their chosen subject area(s) and be able to demonstrate competence in the application of subject relevant theories.
• Be able to develop and express ideas appropriate to their chosen undergraduate program.
• Have demonstrated understanding and knowledge of specific subjects appropriate for successful progression on their chosen undergraduate program.
• Demonstrate the ability to access and utilize a variety of information sources for research purposes.

On successful completion of this program, you will earn:

A U.K. state-recognized BA (Hons) in Business Management (International Business) degree from University of Derby, U.K.

This BA (Hons) program is additionally accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which gives students the possibility of achieving an extra international qualification: CMI's Diploma in Management and Leadership.

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International Product Manager

Supports global product launches, gathers market insights, & coordinates cross-country teams to ensure product-market fit.

Consulting Analyst

Assists with client research, analyzes business data, & supports recommendations to improve performance & efficiency.

International Project Coordinator

Coordinates global project tasks, supports multicultural teams, & ensures timelines, budgets, & objectives stay aligned.

Business Development Associate

Identifies potential leads, supports partnerships, & researches new markets to drive business expansion strategies.

Strategy Analyst

Supports strategic planning by analyzing data, researching markets, & helping shape long-term business growth initiatives.

These are the admission requirements for this BA (Hons) program. If you're not sure if you meet our requirements, contact us for a personalized assessment. Our team is here to help!

Academic requirements:

One certified copy of high school diploma and transcripts; or equivalent

Proof of English level: 

Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component; native speaker of English or equivalent.