BA (Hons) Global Business Management (Online) (Top-up)

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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.

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 part-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 off-set 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.

Joining in year one or two: If you’d like to join year one or two of the BA (Hons) Global Business Management (online) course, please view and apply for the course. Please note that the deadline for January 2019 entry is 4 January 2019.

Students who are distance learning and who start a course on or after 1 August 2018 are only eligible to apply for the Part Time Maintenance Loan if they are unable to attend a course due to their disability.

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

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Key information

Next start date:

January 2020, September 2020, January 2021

Location:

Online, distance learning

Duration:

18 months

Accreditations:

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

Required subjects:

Business Studies, International Business, Business & Management, Business Administration, Management, Tourism, Events Management

Entry requirements:

For January 2020 & September 2020 entry: Foundation Degree with 55% or above in a required subject. HND with Merit or above in a required subject. Find out more.

International entry requirements:

For January 2020 & September 2020 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 out our full 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.

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 544kb)

Core units, Level 6

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.

Option units

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.

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

This course will suit applicants who:

Possess excellent organisation skills and can manage their time effectively
Are keen to develop a further appreciation of business and management theories and practice
Have some experience of applying theory in practice
Have an awareness of the international business environment
Demonstrate a high level of commitment to their studies and to gaining a full Honours degree.

How to apply

Building upon your studies and experience

This course offers the opportunity for those wishing to return to education and build upon previous study 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 also welcome applications from those who have studied an HND or FdA in other institutions (either by attendance or distance/online learning) who would like to further their learning with BU.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for students with enthusiasm to further develop their skills and knowledge, this is a demanding course therefore students will need to show dedication to the course.

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.

Selection methods

When to apply

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.

Click the green ‘Apply now’ button above. You will then be taken to our online application portal, myHub.

You will need to create an account and complete the application form. You can save the form as you go, enabling you to return to it at as many times as you want before you submit it. The form is split into tabbed sections. As you complete each of the tabbed sections they will turn green - only click submit once all of your tabs are highlighted green.

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.

Entry requirements

For January 2020 & September 2020 entry:

This course requires a Foundation Degree with 55% or above in a required subject including in Business Management, Accounting, Project Management, Global Management or International Management.

If your application suggests you do not have the relevant qualifications and skills for this top-up degree but could enter the course at a different level, we will advise you of this during the application process.

GCSEs: This course requires GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.

Numeracy and literacy: We need to be sure that you can express yourself in written English and have basic numeracy skills. We look at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework, which includes GCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills Level 2. If you do not have formal qualifications to this level or have alternatives, we may still be able to consider your application, please contact the Future Students Enquiry Team to find out more.

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.

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.

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 January 2020 & September 2020 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

Our business graduates work in various roles in a wide number of sectors. This course is designed to prepare you for a job in any organisation, large or small, and in any sector.

Potential job roles

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

Part-time study is difficult generally and part-time distance study can be particularly challenging. 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; see our Belong+ pages for more information.

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 Southamtpon 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

Elaine Findlay - Programme Support Officer (administrative support)

Course changes

Changes for 2018 entry

Course changes

The table below indicates the latest changes to this course.

Date	Changes to this course
20/6/2018	Where the change was made: Your application Change: Removed details of Unconditional Offer Scheme Previous text: Exceptional applicants who are predicted to achieve top academic results may receive an unconditional offer from us. We believe that unconditional offers will reduce pressure on applicants who will continue to strive to achieve the best grades possible.

Changes in 2017

Course changes

The table below indicates the latest changes to this course.

Date	Changes to this course
06/09/2017	Where the change was made: Full entry requirements Change: GCSE entry requirements have changed to: This course requires GCSE English and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications. Previous text: This course requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs grades A* - C (or grade 4 or above in the newly reformed GCSE grading) including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications.

Date

Changes to this course

06/09/2017

Where the change was made: Full entry requirements
Change: GCSE entry requirements have changed to: This course requires GCSE English and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.
Previous text: This course requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs grades A* - C (or grade 4 or above in the newly reformed GCSE grading) including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications.

BA (Hons) Global Business Management (Online) (Top-up)

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Required subjects:

Entry requirements:

International entry requirements:

Planning your future

Course details

Contact hours and assessment

Core units, Level 6

Option units

Programme specification

Your application

Building upon your studies and experience

What we’re looking for

Selection methods

When to apply

How we assess your application

Our offer making process

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

International entry requirements

Careers

Potential job roles

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)

Course changes

Changes for 2018 entry

Changes in 2017