Program Overview

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BSc (Hons) International Business Management (Integrated Foundation Year)

Course Overview

Our BSc International Business Management programme progresses students from managing self and teams, to leading teams and organisations, to influencing systems. Through modules aligned with these principles, you'll delve into key areas such as organisational behavior, market dynamics, and product development. Embracing digital transformation, sustainability, and ethical leadership, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of modern business practices. Moreover, you'll develop crucial digital skills, earn Digital Badges, and prepare for diverse career paths in private, public, and community sectors. Engage with SDGs and climate challenges, foster inclusivity, and master entrepreneurship theories for impactful global contributions.

On this course you will...

• Gain the keys to unlock the global business playground. From the boardrooms in Cumbria to the bustling markets in Shanghai, you will be equipped to navigate the complexities of international commerce with finesse and flair.
• Not only embrace digital transformation but also master the art of agile thinking. Say goodbye to outdated skills and hello to a future-proof career equipped with the latest digital tools, cutting-edge strategies, and a mindset primed for innovation. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, adaptability is key.
• Join the movement towards a more sustainable future and become a champion for change. Our course empowers you to embed sustainable practices into every aspect of business, from supply chain management to corporate governance. Make waves, not just in profits, but in positive impact for our planet and future generations.
• Prepare to build a network that spans continents and industries. Through guest lectures, industry partnerships, and collaborative projects, you'll forge lifelong connections with fellow students, industry leaders, and change-makers from around the globe. We say ‘It is what you know and who you know!
• Be empowered to make your mark on the world, whether you dream of launching a tech startup or leading a social enterprise. Our programme provides you with the tools, resources, and mindset needed to turn your wildest business ideas into reality.

Key Details

• Recruiting to: UK / RoI / Settled in UK, EU / EEA / International
• Course Location: Lancaster
• Institute: Institute of Business, Industry and Leadership
• UCAS Code: N338
• Delivery Style: In Person
• Course Duration: Full-time: 4 Years
• Study Options: BSc (Hons) Business Management IFY
• Course Start Point: January, September
• Award: BSc (Hons)
• More information: Programme Specification, Prospectus

Minimum entry requirements

• 48 UCAS Tariff points

Tuition fees

• £5760 - UK (Year)
• £14,900 - International (Year)

Course Structure

What you will learn

By the end of this programme learners will be able to demonstrate:

1. A broad, analytical, and integrated understanding of business and management in a range of contexts
2. Detailed knowledge and skill set associated with working in and managing business, people and teams in a range of sectors.
3. Knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with employability and career progression to management level.
4. An understanding of impact, ethical and sustainable business practices
5. A commitment to continual learning and development within a business environment
6. Confidence in dealing with the digital world and its impact on business, adapting to the opportunity’s new digital tools and technologies offer, and managing threats or challenges digital may present.

Year one

• Essential University Skills 1
• Contemporary Issues and the Media
• Business Innovation
• Essential University Skills 2
• Leading and Managing Individuals and Organisations
• Individual Case Study

Year two

• Operate
• Lead
• Communicate
• Collaborate

Year three

• Simulate
• Projects
• International Markets
• International People

Year four

• Innovate
• Transform
• Consult

Teaching & Assessment

How you will learn

Our BSc International Business Management programme offers a diverse array of teaching methods:

• Dialogue
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Practical Workshop Sessions
• Problem-Based Learning
• Simulations
• Group Work
• Research
• Independent Learning
• E-Learning and Blackboard

How you will be assessed

Our programme utilises varied assessments to gauge both knowledge and skills, prioritising authentic and applied tasks mirroring real-world business demands. Expect to tackle assignments reflecting practical scenarios, including:

• Written Work
• Digital Portfolios
• Mock Interviews
• Presentations
• Posters
• Self-Assessment
• Assessment Criteria and Rubrics
• Anonymous Marking

Career outcomes

An International business management degree prepares you for a variety of careers in organisations and management. Whether working for a large, multi-national company or small, independent business in sectors as diverse as digital business, defence, utilities, fashion, health, marketing, I.T., education – all require well equipped managers with a clear understanding of systems, efficiency and operational issues and skills in leadership, teamwork and communication. Opportunities for business graduates are numerous and exist both in the private, public and voluntary sectors. The skills you will gain from a business degree will allow you to contribute to your chosen organisation quickly and effectively. Some examples of our past graduates’ employment include:

• Managers in health care organisations
• Accountants
• Marketing officers and managers
• Financial Analysts
• HR managers
• FandB Managers
• Entrepreneurs
• Teaching (secondary schools and colleges)
• Bank managers
• CEOs

Graduates may also progress to further study on a variety of Masters programmes (including the MBA and specialist business degrees e.g. in Marketing, Project Management and HRM) and or research degrees including MPhil, PhD, DBA or DProf.

Overview

48 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table. Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range.

Qualifications

Entry Requirements

• A-levels: A
• T-levels: P (D or E) All subjects are accepted for entry to this course.
• Access to HE: 45 Credits at Pass.
• CACHE Technical Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma: D
• OCR Cambridge Technical & Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 (National) Extended Diploma: PPP
• Scottish Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points
• Irish LC Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points.
• Alternative routes: If you don't think you'll meet the criteria for direct application to this course, check out our Integrated Foundation Year as an alternative route to this course.

Fair Admissions

When you apply, our Admissions specialists will review your whole application. We are looking for your potential to succeed so will assess your qualifications, any relevant work experience, your personal statement, and references.

Where you have received a conditional offer subject to achieving particular grades/UCAS tariff scores, and do not quite meet these scores, please try not to worry, where vacancies exist our Admissions specialists will review your whole application again and take account of any mitigating circumstances and reassess your suitability for the course.

Selection Criteria

As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any practical experience you have gained.

Contextual Admissions

Going to higher education can transform a person’s life. We use contextual admissions to make sure that we are accessible to everyone who has the potential to succeed. Qualifications and grades are important, but they are considered alongside other information that helps universities to identify potential and widen access to university level study. For some individuals, the disadvantages they have experienced in their life mean that they have not been able to demonstrate their full academic potential. Where a person lives and their personal circumstances can all affect their educational attainment.

We take this context into account and look for an applicant’s potential when making admission decisions. The University of Cumbria will make offers at the bottom of any UCAS Tariff range to applicants that live in postal code regions with the lowest participation in Higher Education (Polar 4 quintile 1 – you can check your postcode here), applicants that are estranged from their parents, are care leavers or have caring responsibilities or are in receipt of or received free school meals during their secondary education. Attendance at our Masterclasses and Summer Schools will also allow applicants to receive an offer lower within the tariff range. (T&Cs apply).

Contact for more information.

Returning to Education

If you are over 21 and returning to study after being in relevant employment for a minimum of 3 years and do not meet the published entry requirements for Year 1 of our degree courses, please do not assume you are not qualified to join us. Our experienced Admissions and Academic staff will review your prior qualifications and professional experience to support your application.

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

2025 - 2026

• £5760 - UK
• £14,900 - International

2024 - 2025

• £9,250 - UK
• £14,900 - International

The figures above don't include accommodation and living costs.

Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or Government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.

International Finance

At the University of Cumbria, we offer affordable tuition fees for international and EU students looking to study at one of our main four campuses. No matter your choice of course or career path, our International Team is here to support you.

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More Information

We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries, grants and funds available to support you throughout your studies with us. This includes the Cumbria Bursary - a non-repayable bursary designed to support first year students with a household income of less than £25,000.

Student Finance

Additional Costs

There will be some additional costs associated with the course including stationery, textbooks, field trips and membership fees although some of these features are optional.

Books are reviewed annually and are therefore subject to change, course welcome information will provide you with an indicative list for the year.

Books and Journals

A list of books are made available for each module studied

Stationery

We would encourage all students to either purchase or loan a laptop for their studies

Clothing and Equipment

Nothing specific