BA (Hons) Global Business Management (Online)

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N120
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Places available to study this September

We have greater flexibility with our entry requirements during Clearing, so let's talk about your future.

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Accredited by:

This course is delivered by the AACSB-accredited Business School, an accreditation attained by fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide. It recognises our focus on excellence in all areas.

This is one of the longest-running online business courses in the UK. It is dual-accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the only chartered professional body in the UK dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence.

The business world is increasingly globally focused. This full-time online degree will equip you with a wide range of skills to begin a successful career in global business management, or help you to progress your existing career.

You will have the opportunity to gain a strong understanding of organisations, their management, the economy and the business environment from a global perspective. You will develop new skills in marketing, management, finance, project management, operations management and human resources, so that when you graduate you have a wide set of globally relevant skills, applicable to many different areas of business.

This course is delivered entirely online so is ideal for those who live or work some distance from Bournemouth and international students who are unable to attend the university in person. It also appeals to Armed Forces personnel stationed overseas or considering their resettlement options. The course has been developed in conjunction with the MOD. It is approved by ELCAS, enabling Armed Forces personnel to offset the majority of the course fees through the ELC scheme.

There are flexible entry and exit points so if you’re not interested in a full Honours degree, you can still gain a nationally recognised qualification such as a Certificate of Higher Education in Global Business Management or a Diploma of Higher Education in Global Business Management. According to Unistats, 90% of our final year students said that our library resources (e.g. books, online services and learning spaces) have supported their learning well.

In your third year (between Level 5 and 6), it is possible to undertake a 30-week placement, giving you the opportunity to enhance your CV and graduate employability and put into practice what you have learned about areas such as marketing, management, finance, project management, operations management and human resources.

As this course is full-time, you may be eligible for the tuition fee loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees. You can find the full information about funding your studies and paying your fees in our undergraduate fees and funding section.

Please note: If you would like to join the final, top-up year of BA (Hons) Global Business Management, please view and apply for the course.

All statistics shown are taken from Unistats, Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE), BU institutional data and Ipsos MORI (National Student Survey) unless otherwise stated.

Key information

Next start date:

September 2020, January 2021, September 2021

Location:

Online, distance learning

Duration:

3 years full-time or 4 years full-time with a minimum 30-week placement

Accreditations:

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Chartered Institute of Management

Required subjects:

All subjects considered

Entry requirements:

Places available to study this September

We have greater flexibility with our entry requirements during Clearing, so let's talk about your future.

Call us on +44 (0)1202 966777 or apply online.

International entry requirements:

September 2020, January 2021 and September 2021 entry: If English is not your first language you’ll need IELTS 6.0 (Academic), with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent. For more information check our international entry requirements.

Course details

On this course you will be taught by a range of staff with relevant expertise and knowledge appropriate to the content of the unit. This will include senior academic staff and qualified professional practitioners.

The course is made up of three stages – Level 4, 5 and 6. Depending on your qualifications and experience, you may join us at different stages.

Contact hours and assessment

Details of the assessment methods and contact hours for each unit of the course can be found in the programme specification.

Download the programme specification (pdf 551kb)

Level 4

Core units

Skills for Academic Success – The aims of this unit are to induct and support new students in using Bournemouth University’s (BU) systems and processes effectively. This unit will help you develop the skills and strategies needed for successful independent study in an online programme, ensuring that they are in a position to fully benefit from the learning process.
Principles of Accounting – You will develop a sound foundation in the fundamentals of accounting together with a basic understanding of the international regulatory framework. The unit also aims to build an awareness of strategic and operational matters and an understanding of the information needs of managers in a global environment.
Developing Management Competencies – You will be exposed to the issues and challenges that impact on professional effectiveness in a range of study and work-related contexts, with particular focus on effective management skills, the use of contemporary business tools and technologies, and the challenges of operating globally.
Business Economics – This unit will introduce you to some of the wider contemporary economic issues and problems surrounding the global business environment. You will study how government activities regulate and influence business activities and how business activities influence government action and policy.
Organisational Behaviour: A Global Perspective – The unit encourages analysis of the myriad of social relationships that organisations and society operate within, and how these relationships might be managed. In particular, it introduces theories and concepts to aid our understanding of the behaviour of people within the workplace.
Marketing Foundations – This unit aims to provide an understanding of the underlying concepts and principles of marketing to enable you to develop marketing approaches for a range of marketing scenarios and evaluate and interpret marketing concepts and principles.

Option to exit with a Certificate of Higher Education in Global Business Management

Level 5

Core units

Business & Financial Analysis – You will develop the skills to interpret and appraise the financial statements of a limited company and prepare management information using a variety of techniques.
Buyer Behaviour in the Global Market – This unit will extend your understanding of marketing, providing a critical understanding of the role and application of consumer behaviour and market research within the global marketing context.
Global Business Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability – The unit aims to put ethics at the core of our thinking about business globally and generate insightful thoughts on the sustainable business practices around the world. The unit will also focus on stakeholder engagement and the importance of accountability in the relationship between businesses and their various stakeholders.
Global Production & Operations Management – Production and Operations Management is a core function of business and the unit aims to develop a strong foundation on the subject so that you are confident to deal with complex and challenging business operations issues in the global market place.
Contemporary Project Development & Control – This unit will introduce a critical awareness of project management theory and practice in a context of organisational change and complexity. You will address the challenges of project management and enhances your knowledge and skills in areas such as communication, stakeholder engagement, planning and the management of risk and uncertainty.
Principles of Human Resource Management – This unit seeks to provide a comprehensive introduction to HRM and develop a broad understanding of HRM issues and practices, with sensitivity to the increasingly global arena in which managers’ practice.

Option to exit with a Diploma of Higher Education in Global Business Management

Placement year

Level 6

Core units

Global Strategy – This unit will encourage you to develop the intellectual and professional attributes needed for strategic analysis, to make appropriate choices between alternative strategies, and then to implement the chosen strategies with the desired results. The unit aims to provide you with a critical understanding of the tools and frameworks available for analysing strategic management issues at both national and global levels.
The Global Manager – Drawing on elements of international HRM and cross-cultural management, this unit is designed to develop a critical awareness of the challenges of working and managing in a global context. The unit aims to develop your understanding of global management policies, practices and processes, as utilised by multinational and transnational organisations in the context of a dynamic, globalised world.
Global Marketing – You will develop the ability to critically theoretical frameworks both for the analysis of global marketing environments and for the development of marketing programmes within them, and apply analytical skills to explore the issues arising from different global market situations.
Business Leadership – This unit will explore leadership theories and followership concepts. It considers the nature of leadership, leadership versus management, power, politics and conflict, and various traditional and contemporary models and perspectives of leadership.

Choose two of the following option units:

Managing Sustainable Innovation for Global Enterprises – The aim of the unit is to provide students with the opportunity to develop skills in managing and sustaining different contexts of innovation in the global environment. Innovation comes in four major contexts: operational innovation, product innovation, strategy innovation, and management innovation. Understanding how to manage these different contexts of innovation is an important step to become effective managers or entrepreneurs in today’s global enterprises.
Global Supply Chain Management – Supply chain management is the fastest growing area of business today, and is at the core of success of most leading companies. Many companies serve multiple global markets with products sourced and produced across many continents. The primary aim of the unit is to develop a strategic understanding of global supply chain management through planning, sourcing, making, delivering and returning products and services to global businesses and their customers and achieve competitive advantages for the firm.
Digital Marketing & Communications – You will develop a critical view on the impact of emerging digital technologies and social media on marketing communication theories. You will be equipped with practical and analytical skills in designing, implementing and evaluating digital communications strategies and campaigns.
Strategic Human Resource Management – The purpose of the unit is to provide knowledge and understanding of the strategic role of human resource management in organisations and provide a platform for the critical evaluation of that role. The unit will examine strategic HRM models, the relationship between HRM and organisational performance as well as consider a wide range of HRM practices including but not limited to: employee resourcing, employee development, employee relations and reward management, performance management, participation and involvement, and redundancy.
Entrepreneurship in the Global Environment – This unit will explore how to be effective entrepreneurs by looking at global business case studies and personal skills needed to start a business and the critical factors in the survival of start-ups and reasons for failure.

Exit qualification: BA (Hons) Global Business Management

Programme specification

Programme specifications provide definitive records of the University's taught degrees in line with Quality Assurance Agency requirements. Every taught course leading to a BU Award has a programme specification which describes its aims, structure, content and learning outcomes, plus the teaching, learning and assessment methods used.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the programme specification, the information is liable to change to take advantage of exciting new approaches to teaching and learning as well as developments in industry.

If you have been unable to locate the programme specification for the course you are interested in, it will be available as soon as the latest version is ready. Alternatively please contact us for assistance.

Your application

For this course we are looking for applicants who:

Are keen to develop an appreciation of business and management theories and practice
Have an interest in how theory can work in practice
Show motivation to successfully complete the course
Have an awareness of the international business environment
Are prepared to positively develop themselves both personally and professionally

This course offers those with limited previous qualifications the opportunity to gain an Honours degree. We encourage applications from those who have relevant work experience and would like to enhance their career prospects. It may also be relevant for international students who would like to proceed to a Master's course.

We are looking for dedicated students with excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage their time and learning effectively.

Applications are considered on individual merit, previous and current work experience (paid employment or voluntary) is also considered alongside academic qualifications.

You will need confidence and commitment to study in an entirely online environment this includes interacting with academic staff and students using discussion boards and submitting assignments.

How to apply

Selection methods

How we assess your application

We look at individual applications and make a tailored offer based on your potential to succeed on the course considering a range of factors, including your academic achievements, work and other experience, reference and personal statement, and in some cases, your performance at an interview or a portfolio review. Typically, we make an offer at the bottom of the tariff range.

AccessBU gives you the chance to tell us more about you and your life experiences if you haven’t had the same educational opportunities as other applicants. If you are eligible for AccessBU, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS Tariff Points below the published tariff.

Our offer making process

Our offer-making will typically be based on your most recent qualifications, including any required subjects where applicable. We'll consider all qualifications when assessing your application, although these may not be part of our offer.

If you do not meet the criteria of your original offer, we may still offer you a place. We will review your whole application and consider all academic qualifications (including those not in the offer) to see if you have the academic potential to succeed on the course. If we feel the answer is yes, we will confirm your place.

Placements

At BU, we recognise that placements are extremely valuable and can give you a head start when it comes to your future career.

Your optional placement will begin after your second year of study and must last a minimum of 30 weeks. You could be based anywhere in the UK, or could even choose to undertake your placement abroad – giving you the opportunity to develop yourself personally, academically, and professionally and gain skills to help you stand out in the job market.

Find out about BU students' experience on placement All you need to know about placements

How placements benefit you

A placement should be a highly rewarding experience for you and the employing company and we do our best to ensure that everyone involved feels that they have got the most that they can from the experience.

Placements provide a great opportunity to make your first career steps and enhance your employability while you’re completing your studies. You’ll get the opportunity to:

Put the theory learnt throughout the course into professional practice
Enhance your study and help you decide on subject options (where appropriate)
Learn a wide range of skills such as time management, problem-solving and teamwork (all of these are important to succeed in any career)
Make contacts, as it is not uncommon for our students to be offered permanent positions to return to after graduating
Gain a real insight into how the industry operates in roles that would be almost impossible to achieve for an outsider.

Many of our students, during their placement, are given responsibilities normally associated with graduate trainees.

What support will be available?

Entry requirements

The course comprises three stages – Level 4, 5 and 6. Depending on your qualifications and experience, you may join us at any one of these.

If you have any questions about the course and would like to speak to someone in person, please contact us and we will be happy to organise an informal chat with a member of academic staff for you.

Entry requirements

We use the UCAS Tariff in our entry requirements and will accept a combination of grades and qualifications to meet the overall tariff requirement. You can use the UCAS calculator to see how your qualifications equate to UCAS tariff points.

We have outlined our entry requirements below using the most common qualifications that we consider for this course. If your qualification is not on the UCAS tariff or listed below, please contact our Future Students Enquiry Team who can advise accordingly. You can also find out more about how we consider your application in our offer-making process section.

For September 2020, January 2021 and September 2021 entry:

Stage 1 (Level 4): 96-104 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent in capability and experience.
Stage 2 (Level 5): Subject-related HNC or equivalent in Business Management, Accounting, Project Management, Global Management or International Management.
Stage 3 (Level 6 to 'top-up' to a full Honours degree): Foundation degree or subject-related HND or equivalent in Business Management, Accounting, Project Management, Global Management or International Management.

All applications are considered individually and an appropriate entry point will be confirmed shortly after submission of a full application and accompanying papers.

Numeracy and Literacy requirement: GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all the equivalencies.

Other qualifications: We have outlined below other qualifications that we consider for this course. If you are studying a qualification that is not listed, please contact us. It may be that we can still consider it.

A-level and AS levels: 96 – 104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.

Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate – Skills Challenge Certificate: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Access to HE Diploma: 96 – 102 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.

BTEC National:

Extended Diploma: Merit, Merit, Merit (96 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction, Distinction (96 UCAS tariff points)
Foundation Diploma/ 90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Extended Certificate/ Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff

Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma: 96 - 104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.

Cambridge Technical:

Extended Diploma: Merit, Merit, Merit (96 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction, Distinction (96 UCAS tariff points)
Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Extended Project Qualification: Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-Levels or equivalent.

International Baccalaureate (Diploma): 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.

Scottish Highers: 96 - 104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.

Scottish Advanced Highers: 96 - 104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

Other useful information

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff.

Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, you can request a deferral by contacting our Admissions Team.

Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.

International entry requirements

You can find details of the international qualifications we accept, and what level of study they apply to, on our entry requirements for non-UK students' page.

Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2020, January 2020 and September 2021 entry:

Диплома за средно образование (Bulgarian Diploma of Completed Secondary Education) or Диплома за средно специално образование (Bulgarian Diploma of Completed Secondary Specialised Education). Minimum score of 4
Hong Kong HKDSE Diploma with required scores (3,3,3 to 4,5,5. Minimum 4 in English required)
Italian Esame di Stato with a minimum 60%+
Spanish Curso de Orientaciòn Universitaria (COU) prior to 2009 or if you hold a Titulo De Bachillerato awarded from 2009 onwards with a minimum of 5.5/10+
USA High School Diploma with minimum GPA 3.0 plus SAT Reasoning (1700) or ACT (24).

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence that you can understand English to a satisfactory level. English language requirements for this course are normally:

For September 2020, January 2020 and September 2021 entry: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

View further information about our English language requirements.

If you do not meet the English language requirement for your degree then why not join our Pre-Sessional English course? Successful completion of our Pre-Sessional English course will meet your English language requirement.

Careers

This course will give you the chance to develop and hone your business management skills, while helping you understand the subject in the international context of today's corporate environment.

Our graduates perform well once they enter the world of work, thanks to the focus on practical skills as well as business theory. 95% of our students are in work or further study within six months of finishing their course.

Example employers and potential job roles

Graduates from this course work for a wide range of national and international organisations. This includes, among others:

BA Systems
British Army
JP Morgan Chase Bank
IMI Webber
Kuehne + Nagel
Nationwide Building Society
Travelex

Thanks to the diverse range of course content, you’ll be ready to take on a variety of roles when you graduate, and will have the skills you need to support your professional development.

Industries worked in

Further study

Online Study

Your programme of study will be conducted via Brightspace, the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) currently in use at Bournemouth University.

How you will be taught

A Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is a system for delivering learning materials (such as PowerPoint slides and videos) to students via the web. You will also carry out assessments and submit your work using it.

You will receive your password and login details for Brightspace at least a week before the course commences.

Click here to watch a video introduction.

You will require Microsoft Office but as a BU student this will be available for you to download and install free of charge.

How to manage your online study

Distance study can be particularly challenging so carefully considering the following four things may prove to be helpful:

Time management - create a weekly plan making sure that you set aside time for your studies
Study space - try to identify a quiet study space at home away from major distractions.
Networking - online study can be lonely so maintain your motivation by talking to your classmates via the discussion groups.
Goals - set goals and reward yourself when you meet your targets.

Additional learning support

Support can be provided for students with:

Specific learning differences (such as dyslexia or dyspraxia)
Physical/sensory impairments
Medical conditions
Mental health issues

If you have a condition which is likely to affect your online studies then you are encouraged to contact ALS as soon as possible to minimise its impact on your studies. If you think you have a learning difficulty and have not yet had this identified, then they can guide you through the assessment process.

Costs and fees

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. You can find full information about funding your studies and paying your fees in our undergraduate fees and funding section.

Fees quoted are for tuition only unless stated otherwise, and we’re committed to ensuring there are no hidden extra costs while you’re at university – that’s why we’re clear about what you can expect us to cover, and what your cost of living will be. You’ll also find you could benefit from a range of discounts as a student.

Find out more about budgeting and living expenses

No hidden extras

What’s included in your tuition fee?

Your tuition fee covers expenses associated with your course including tuition materials, access to facilities, mandatory field trips and the following:

A range of student services – advisors, help desks, counsellors, placement support and careers service
The Library – access to a wide range of electronic resources (databases, e-journals and e-books), print and multimedia collections, subject librarians and study spaces
Disability and additional learning support

Repeat units

Our staff

On this course you will be taught by staff with relevant expertise and knowledge appropriate to the content of the unit. This could include senior academic staff, qualified professional practitioners and research students, many of whom are actively engaged in research and/or professional practice which is integrated into the teaching of this course. Please note that teaching staff can change.

Dr Stefanos Marangos – Lecturer in Strategy

Prior to joining Bournemouth University, Stefanos worked as a Lecturer in Strategy and Innovation at Business School at the University of Southampton. Stefanos has a PhD in Open Innovation and an MSc in Management Sciences and Finance from the University of Southampton and BSc in Financial Application from TEI Kozanis in Greece. Current research includes open innovation and innovation management, strategic business models, self-managed learning, inquiry based learning.

View Dr Stefanos Marangos’ staff profile

BA (Hons) Global Business Management (Online)

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Course details

Level 4

Level 5

Placement year

Level 6

Programme specification

Your application

Selection methods

How we assess your application

Our offer making process

Placements

How placements benefit you

What support will be available?

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

International entry requirements

Careers

Example employers and potential job roles

Industries worked in

Further study

Online Study

How you will be taught

How to manage your online study

Additional learning support

Costs and fees

No hidden extras

Repeat units

Our staff

Dr Stefanos Marangos – Lecturer in Strategy

Elaine Findlay - Programme Support Officer (administrative support)