BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) with Foundation Year
BA Global Business and Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year course is designed to infuse you with the essential elements to maximise your entrepreneurial potential.

Course overview

Course overview
This course is tailored for individuals aiming to enhance their technical knowledge in business and nurture an entrepreneurial spirit through a practical learning approach. It's an ideal choice for those seeking to balance their studies with work and family obligations.

The BA Global Business and Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year offers an alternative route to fulfill your academic and career goals. The initial Foundation Year lays the groundwork, equipping you with essential skills and fundamental concepts critical for success in the subsequent three years. As you progress, the course intensity escalates, deepening your comprehension of entrepreneurship and new business management. The final year presents diverse, unique learning opportunities.

In BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year, you'll learn to identify and capitalize on business opportunities, turning innovative ideas into tangible realities. The course structure is interactive and delves into the mechanics of dynamic organizations, their role in job creation, economic advancement, and societal change.

Throughout the course, you'll apply your knowledge to real-life business situations, honing essential business planning skills vital for entrepreneurial success. The curriculum covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of entrepreneurship across various contexts, offering insights into strategic, tactical, and innovative practices in different business models.

Experienced industry professionals guide you in launching and scaling businesses, highlighting potential challenges you may encounter. Alongside academic learning, you'll receive comprehensive support in academic, career, financial, and well-being aspects from our dedicated welfare team.

CURRICULUM

Year 0

- IT Essentials
- Academic Research and Writing Skills
- Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurial People and Processes
- Business Environment
- Fundamentals of Finance

Year 2

- Business Ideas and Opportunities Generation
- Digital Marketing and Social Media in Business
- Financing a Business Venture and Legal Aspects
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Business Planning and Pitching
- Entrepreneurial Development

Year 1

- Entrepreneurial Recognition, Ideas and Opportunities
- Managerial Finance
- Introduction to Marketing
- Introduction to Business Strategy
- Entrepreneurial Organisations
- Project Management

Year 3

- Market Research
- Global Strategies
- Project
- Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship
- Contemporary Issues in Events and Hospitality
- Contemporary Issues in IT and Communications
- Contemporary Issues in Professional Business Services
- Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain
- Contemporary Issues in Retail

What will you achieve?


Leading businesses all rely on the incisiveness of their people — benefiting from their enterprise, vision and innovation for ideas that take them forward. The combination of industry insights, real-world learning and stimulating course modules on this course ensures that you are prepared for success in your future career — having gained a degree from one of the UK's most innovative universities.

Special Pathways


BA Global Business and Entrepreneurship course offers you a selection of specialised pathways in the final year. 
The first three years of study are designed to give you a structured trajectory of learning, gradually building your business acumen and entrepreneurial abilities before embarking on intensive studies in the final year towards your intended career path.

 

The balance of foundation, intermediate and advanced learning makes this course a worthwhile investment, with targeted career development to ensure that you are prepared to start your future career with confidence. Business ideas are being devised every day, but the ones that succeed have people with the right skills and understanding at their core.

 

This course provides the building blocks to be successful across a wide range of business ventures with the understanding of strategy, tactics and innovation needed for you to realise your ambitions. The global perspective gained in this course is also highly regarded by leading employers who are searching for graduates with the right balance of skills, business insights and entrepreneurial talents to take their businesses to the next level.

BA Global Business and Entrepreneurship course provides pathways designed to build graduates that can make a big impact wherever their careers may take them.

 

The specialised pathways for this course are:

BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year

BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship (Events and Hospitality) with Foundation Year

BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship (Information Technology and Communications) with Foundation Year

BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship (Professional Business Services) with Foundation Year

BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship (Construction and Supply Chain) with Foundation Year

BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship (Retail) with Foundation Year

ASSESSMENT

This course uses an authentic assessment strategy to ensure that each module takes you into realistic real-life situations, providing a formative pathway for assessing the learning goals of both specific modules and the overall programme. The assessments in the majority of the modules allow you to use your own business ideas, therefore allowing you to receive detailed feedback and time to reflect and develop your proposals further.

 

Assessment on the course is designed to provide suitable opportunities for you to demonstrate a full range of knowledge, skills and competencies that are key in the business environment. Assessment methods include essays, reports, real-life simulations, presentations, projects and group debates.

 

You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work. Self-study is vital to your success in this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.

 

Assessment methods are reviewed annually and may be updated based on student feedback, to suit content or based upon feedback from an External Examiner. An External Examiner is an independent academic expert from an external Higher Education Institution that acts as a safeguard to academic assessment standards.

Entry Requirements

Standard entry requirements (applicants under 21 years)
80 UCAS tariff points or equivalent qualifications (e.g. 60 Credit Ofqual qualification at level 3). 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualifications. Applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants aged 21+
If applicants aged 21+ do not meet the standard entry requirements, we take into consideration life/work skills which would make them suitable for undergraduate study with our Foundation programme.
All applicants
All applicants must be assessed by the GBS Admissions team via an interview for listening and speaking skills and for writing via a statement of personal reflection.
Process required:
1.Application form
2. Supervised Personal Reflection Statement
3. Personal interview

Fees & Funding

Funding your study

All students can access student finance through the University of Suffolk. 

Tuition Fee Loans

A Tuition Fee Loan covers the cost of your tuition fees. This is paid directly to your awarding institution (in this case the University of Suffolk). Loan repayments only start once you have finished your course and are earning £26,575 a year or more. Both full- and part-time learners can apply.

Maintenance Loans

If you are eligible, you can also apply for a Maintenance Loan to cover living expenses. This loan is paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. Maintenance Loans has are repaid after you finish your course and your earnings are above £26,575 per year. For more information, please visit  www.gov.uk/studentfinance

Maintenance Grants

You can also apply for a Maintenance Grant to help with living costs. Maintenance Grants are paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. You don’t have to pay them back, but any funds you get will reduce the size of the Maintenance Loan you could receive, should you also wish to apply for one.

New students must prove they have been living in the UK for five years before their course start date in order to get living cost support from Student Finance England.

Fees
9250£/Year

Careers Available After Bsc Hons Global Business and Entrepreneurship


Note: There are 5 pathways available for this course can choose for:

Pathway 1: Entrepreneurship

1. Startup Founder
   - Initiates and develops new business ventures, bringing innovative ideas to market.

2. Business Development Manager
   - Identifies new business opportunities, builds partnerships, and expands market reach.

3. Venture Capital Analyst
   - Evaluates and invests in emerging startups, providing financial support and strategic guidance.

4.Innovation Consultant
   - Advises companies on how to innovate and implement new business strategies.

5. Social Entrepreneur
   - Launches enterprises that address social issues while generating profit.

6. Product Manager
   - Oversees the development and launch of new products, ensuring they meet market needs.

7. Business Incubator Manager
   - Supports startups by providing resources, mentoring, and networking opportunities.

8. Serial Entrepreneur
   - Continuously creates and manages multiple businesses across different industries.

9. Franchise Owner
   - Operates a business under the brand and guidelines of an established company.

10. Business Advisor
    - Provides expert advice to entrepreneurs and small business owners on strategy and growth.

Pathway 2: Business Professionals

1. Management Consultant
   - Analyzes business operations and provides solutions to improve efficiency and profitability.

2. Financial Analyst
   - Evaluates financial data to help businesses make informed investment decisions.

3. Human Resources Manager
   - Manages employee relations, recruitment, and development within an organization.

4. Marketing Manager
   - Develops and implements marketing strategies to promote products and services.

5. Operations Manager
   - Oversees daily operations, ensuring business processes run smoothly and efficiently.

6. Corporate Trainer
   - Designs and delivers training programs to enhance employee skills and performance.

7. Project Manager
   - Leads projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

8. Business Analyst
   - Analyzes business processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvement.

9. Sales Manager
   - Manages sales teams and strategies to achieve revenue targets.

10. Risk Manager
    - Identifies and mitigates risks that could impact the organization’s performance.

3: Retail

1. Retail Manager
   - Oversees the daily operations of retail stores, ensuring sales targets are met.

2. Merchandise Planner
   - Plans and manages product assortments and inventory levels to maximize sales.

3. E-commerce Manager
   - Manages online sales platforms, optimizing the customer experience and sales performance.

4. Store Manager
   - Leads store operations, staff management, and customer service initiatives.

5. Visual Merchandiser
   - Designs and implements visual displays to attract customers and drive sales.

6. Retail Buyer
   - Selects and purchases products for retail stores, ensuring they meet market demand.

7. Supply Chain Coordinator
   - Manages the logistics and supply chain processes for retail products.

8. Retail Operations Consultant
   - Advises retail businesses on improving operational efficiency and profitability.

9. Category Manager
   - Manages a specific category of products, overseeing marketing, sales, and inventory.

10. Customer Experience Manager
    - Ensures a positive shopping experience for customers through service and engagement strategies.

 Pathway 4: Supply Chain

1. Supply Chain Manager
   - Oversees the end-to-end supply chain process, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

2. Logistics Manager
   - Manages the transportation and distribution of goods, ensuring timely delivery.

3. Procurement Manager
   - Oversees the acquisition of goods and services for the organization.

4. Warehouse Manager
   - Manages warehouse operations, including inventory control and distribution.

5. Inventory Analyst
   - Analyzes inventory levels and trends to optimize stock levels and reduce costs.

6. Demand Planner
   - Forecasts product demand to ensure accurate inventory levels.

7. Operations Manager
   - Ensures smooth operations of supply chain processes, from production to delivery.

8. Supplier Relationship Manager
   - Manages relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality.

9. Supply Chain Analyst
   - Analyzes supply chain data to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

10. Quality Control Manager
    - Ensures products meet quality standards and compliance regulations.

Pathway 5: Hospitality

1. Hotel Manager
   - Manages the operations of a hotel, ensuring guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.

2. Event Coordinator
   - Plans and executes events, from corporate meetings to weddings.

3. Restaurant Manager
   - Oversees the daily operations of a restaurant, including staff management and customer service.

4. Travel Consultant
   - Provides travel advice and plans itineraries for clients.

5. Hospitality Consultant
   - Advises hospitality businesses on improving service quality and operational efficiency.

6. Catering Manager
   - Manages catering operations for events and organizations.

7. Guest Services Manager
   - Ensures a high level of guest satisfaction through excellent service and amenities.

8. Hospitality Trainer
   - Provides training programs for hospitality staff to enhance their skills and performance.

9. Resort Manager
   - Oversees the operations of a resort, ensuring a high-quality guest experience.

10. Tourism Manager
    - Manages tourism operations, promoting destinations and coordinating travel services.

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