Program Overview

Overview of the Business Administration and Management (Top-up) BA(Hons) Program

The Business Administration and Management (Top-up) BA(Hons) program is designed for individuals who have already studied management and wish to gain a deeper understanding of the subject to degree level. This one-year course focuses on the functional areas of business, exploring management and leadership in both theoretical and applied contexts.

Why Choose This Program?

• The program offers a comprehensive understanding of management, allowing students to develop their skills alongside their knowledge of organizational change.
• Students have the opportunity to develop an area of special interest and expertise by choosing particular modules.
• The course has been developed in close association with employers and professional bodies, ensuring that the curriculum is relevant and applicable to real-world scenarios.
• The program is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), and students can achieve a CMI Level 5 Certificate qualification in Management and Leadership without additional study or assessment.

Program Structure

• The program consists of three core modules: Strategy in Context, Managing Cross Cultures, and Leadership: Process and Organizations in Context.
• Students can also choose from a range of optional modules, including International Business, Marketing for Small Business, and Business and Climate Change.
• The teaching and learning approach includes practical application, delivered lectures, workshops, seminars, and group work sessions.

Entry Requirements

• Entry requirements for this course are normally one of the following: Higher National Diploma or equivalent, or Foundation degree or 120 ECTS.
• If the first language is not English, students must meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall and no element lower than 5.5.

Start Dates and Duration

• The program starts on 22 September 2025 and 12 January 2026.
• The duration of the program is up to 10 months full-time.

Career Opportunities

• Previous graduates from this subject area have gone on to roles such as Digital Marketing & Media Assistant, Front Line Manager, HR Recruiter, Customer Service Associate, Account Executive, and Operations Manager in various organizations.
• The program provides students with a solid foundation in business administration and management, preparing them for a wide range of career opportunities in the field.

Fees and Finance

• The maximum fees for UK-based students on undergraduate courses in 2025/26 will be £9,535 per year for full-time students, subject to parliamentary approval.
• Tuition fees will cover the cost of study at the University, as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision, and examinations.

Research Excellence

• The University of Huddersfield has been rated Gold in all three aspects of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
• The University is in the top 50 UK universities for Research Power, with three-quarters of its research being world-leading and internationally excellent.

Student Support

• The University offers a range of support services to help students succeed in their studies and social life, including academic support, career guidance, and counseling services.
• The University's commitment to student support is reflected in its high student satisfaction rates and excellent graduate employment outcomes.