BSc (Hons) Business and Marketing with Foundation Year
4 years
Sep, Jan, May
£5,760/yr
- Undergraduate
- Full-Time
UMUGM Manchester · Manchester
The BSc (Hons) in International Business Management offered by UGM Manchester provides a strong foundation in business management with an international perspective on contemporary strategic concerns. You can develop your…
Information from manchester.ugm.ac.uk, updated 3 July 2026About this information
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The BSc (Hons) in International Business Management offered by UGM Manchester provides a strong foundation in business management with an international perspective on contemporary strategic concerns. You can develop your understanding of global business and management while experiencing life in the multicultural heart of Manchester. You'll develop a thorough understanding of key topics in international business management, such as market analysis, the role of emerging markets in today's economy, and intercultural business environments and competition. We'll coach you in building confidence in navigating people, finances and projects in a cross-cultural context and developing sought-after skills such as communication, data analysis, time management, teamwork and problem-solving. We'll also emphasise the global need for responsible and sustainable entrepreneurship. Modules cover areas of communications, marketing, finance, HR and project management to ensure you graduate with the knowledge required to thrive in international businesses. The degree is expertly structured to combine both academic and practical areas of business management, giving you the tools to navigate global companies and international markets successfully. We also aim to help you develop lifelong learning skills so that you can take ownership of your professional development for the future, maximising your potential for success. The final year dissertation allows you to combine your new skills with academic research. We'll guide you as you learn to apply your knowledge and prove your critical understanding of international businesses. By studying our BSc (Hons) in International Business Management you'll build essential knowledge and experience a range of opportunities that support you in developing the attitudes, abilities and competencies needed to launch your careers in the field of business in a global context.
Standard Entry Requirements 104 Points for a 3 Year Degree Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Foundation Year Entry Requirements 48 points for a Foundation Degree
All students applying with International or EU qualifications must meet the minimum English language requirements of IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at the undergraduate level.
Applicants should also have five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.
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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.
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.
As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →
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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.”
Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science
Feb 2026
“The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science
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