International Business & Management BA (Hons) (Online)

Course overview

The business world is increasingly internationally-focused. This part-time, online degree will equip you with a wide range of skills to begin a successful career in the world of international business management, or help you to progress your existing career further.

Due to its online nature, this course also appeals to members of the Armed Forces considering their resettlement options and has been developed in conjunction with the MOD. It is accredited by ELCAS enabling you to off-set the majority of the course fees through the ELC Scheme.

Areas of study

Areas of study include:

• Marketing
• Management
• Finance
• Law
• Human resources

This means you will graduate with a wide set of skills applicable to many different areas of business. What’s more, this course is part-time and has two flexible delivery methods (see below), enabling you to continue with work and other commitments while studying towards your degree. This course is ideally suited to people returning to education as it does not require traditional academic qualifications for entry. Professional experience is also counted and we consider each application on individual merit. For more details, click the Entry Requirements link on the left.

International students need to be aware that this online course does not require attendance. As such, it does not meet the criteria for the Tier 4 General student visa.

Delivery methods

There are two delivery methods for this course which are both part-time. You can study this course totally online via the internet. You can learn wherever you are as long as you have an internet connection. This option is ideal for those who live or work some distance from Bournemouth, Forces personnel stationed overseas and international students who are unable or do not want to attend the university in person. You will be part of an online community, interacting with fellow students and the academic team using web based communication tools.

Alternatively, you can study part of the course online and part on campus. During any one term, you will study one unit by attending one evening each week, and one unit online.

You may wish to take a look at our dedicated microsite for this course, which gives an overview of the support you can expect.

Levels

If you’re not interested in a full honours degree, you can still gain a nationally recognised qualification. There are flexible entry and exit points, and you can gain a Certificate of Higher Education, Diploma of Higher Education or a Foundation Degree. If you already have a Foundation Degree or HND, you can top up your qualification to a full honours degree.

The university reserves the right to introduce changes to the information given, including the addition, withdrawal, re-location or restructuring of courses.