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BA (Hons) International Business Administration (Top-up)

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The International Business Administration (Top-up) BA Honours is designed for students who wish to build upon their existing foundation or HND in business. This one-year full-time programme allows students to tailor thei…

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

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Course Overview

The International Business Administration (Top-up) BA Honours is designed for students who wish to build upon their existing foundation or HND in business. This one-year full-time programme allows students to tailor their studies to their career aspirations while developing essential skills for the global business community. Students will explore key disciplines including global strategy, marketing, human resource management, and intercultural communication. The curriculum emphasises practical application, integrating real-world business scenarios, consulting projects, and opportunities for work-based learning. Through the institution's Enterprise Development Hub, students can access expert advice for launching their own ventures and developing entrepreneurial mindsets. The course fosters critical thinking, data analysis, and leadership skills, preparing graduates for diverse roles in private and public sector organisations. With a focus on international environments, the programme provides a robust framework for understanding how businesses operate across different markets. Students benefit from high levels of tutor support and access to professional development resources, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern global economy.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

HND (or equivalent qualification) in Business or equivalent subject with a merit profile with 120 credits at level 4 and 120 credits at level 5, including at least 120 credits specialising in business.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sections).

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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 1

Global Business Strategy30 Credits Credits
International Business Finance30 Credits Credits
Global Brands and Cross-Cultural Marketing30 Credits Credits
Applied International Project30 Credits 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.

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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
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; 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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