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BSc (Hons) International Business Management (Top-Up)

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

This top-up course is designed for students who have already completed two years of a business management degree or hold an equivalent qualification, such as a Higher National Diploma (HND). It provides a direct route to…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep, Jan
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 11 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This top-up course is designed for students who have already completed two years of a business management degree or hold an equivalent qualification, such as a Higher National Diploma (HND). It provides a direct route to achieving a full bachelor's degree in just one year of full-time study. The curriculum focuses on essential areas including international business strategy, organisational management, and cross-cultural fluency. Students are taught by experienced business consultants, ensuring that the learning experience is grounded in real-world practice. The course is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with part-time study typically lasting two years. By combining academic theory with practical applications, such as the consultancy project and strategic simulations, the programme prepares students for management roles in multinational organisations. The institution's dedicated work placement unit is available to support students in gaining valuable industry experience, further enhancing their employability and professional development in an increasingly interconnected global marketplace.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year

Consultancy Project15 Credits
Dissertation15 Credits
Global Business Strategy and Practice15 Credits
Organising and Managing Across Cultures15 Credits
Practising Business Strategy (with simulation)15 Credits
The Practice of Management15 Credits
Consultancy Project30 Credits
Consultancy Project15 Credits
Dissertation15 Credits
Dissertation30 Credits
Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Business15 Credits
Critical Management15 Credits
Financial Decision Making for Managers15 Credits
Language Module (Arabic, French, Spanish or English)15 Credits
Leading Innovation15 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
11 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 11 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
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  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
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  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
    Teaching Quality
    5/5
    Campus Life
    5/5
    Career Support
    4/5
    Value for Money
    5/5

    Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science

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