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BSc (Hons) International Business Management

University of Greater Manchester

BSc (Hons) International Business Management at University of Greater Manchester in Manchester. A business qualification gives you a practical toolkit that transfers to almost any sector: finance, marketing, operations, people and strategy.

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Duration: 3 years full-time
Where: Manchester
Award: BSc (Hons)

Course overview

A business qualification gives you a practical toolkit that transfers to almost any sector: finance, marketing, operations, people and strategy. You will learn through case studies, group projects and assignments based on real organisations, building confidence in analysis, presentation and decision-making.

Over the course you will move from core principles to specialist topics, finishing with an independent project on a question that matters to you.

Who this course is for

Ideal if you want a flexible qualification that keeps your options open, or if you already work and want to move into management.

Where you will study

University of Greater Manchester

University of Greater Manchester degrees taught at a Manchester campus.

Study mode: Full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week

Manchester

Campus availability and timetables can vary by intake. Your adviser will confirm the location and teaching days before you apply.

What you will study

Module titles vary between institutions and may change from year to year. Typical topics include:

Marketing Fundamentals
Financial Decision Making
Organisational Behaviour
Operations Management
Digital Business
Leadership and Change
Strategic Management
Business Project

Entry requirements for UK students

Open to UK residents, including British and Irish citizens and people with settled or pre-settled status.
No formal qualifications are needed for most applicants aged 21 or over. You simply have a friendly interview and complete a short written task.
Work and life experience count, whatever your background and however long you have been out of education.
You will need photo ID and proof of address dated within the last month. If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you will also need a share code.
Not sure if you qualify? Ask us. We check your options before you apply, free of charge.

Every application is looked at individually. If you are not sure whether you qualify, ask us before ruling yourself out.

Where it can lead

Operations coordinator
Team leader or supervisor
Project officer
Management trainee
Small business owner
Sales and account manager

Fees and funding

Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid directly to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. Repayments only start once you have finished and earn above the repayment threshold.

Parents, carers and students with disabilities may qualify for extra, non-repayable support such as the Childcare Grant, Parents' Learning Allowance or Disabled Students' Allowance.

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How to apply

Talk to an adviser
A free call to check the course suits your goals and circumstances.
Submit your application
Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.
Interview or assessment
Most institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.
Offer and funding
Accept your offer and complete your Student Finance application with our support.

Start your application

Questions about this course

When does BSc (Hons) International Business Management at University of Greater Manchester start?

Start dates: Several intakes a year, commonly January, May or June, and September. We recommend applying at least six to eight weeks before you want to start, so there is time for your interview and funding.

How long does the course take?

The course takes 3 years full-time. Study mode: full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week.

Do I need A levels or recent qualifications?

Not always. Many courses welcome applicants aged 21 or over on the basis of experience, an interview and a short written task. We will check the requirements for you.

Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help?

No. Our advice and application support are free for students, from the first conversation to enrolment.