Course Overview
Our business management degree is delivered in the heart of major financial hubs, providing you with a great platform for a successful career in leadership. The first year is a Foundation Year programme that will introduce you to fundamental topics impacting today’s modern business landscape.
The rest of the course will focus on core global business and management topics including marketing, organisational behavior, international business law and strategy. During your final year, you can choose to undertake a dissertation, a consulting project, or an internship.
Committing to study at degree level will give you transferrable skills that can be applied in any career context. Leadership, business operations, strategy and entrepreneurship are all essential to keep our global economies thriving.
As you develop and plan your career goals, we help you align your industry specialisms, giving you the critical knowledge essential for your professional career progress.
- How do finances and economics affect management decisions
- What role do marketing and communications have in business growth?
- Which core business functions are essential for effective management?
Studying our programme will develop both the core and specialist skills that are in high demand by UK and global employers, giving you a competitive edge as you progress your career in leadership.
BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) at University of Suffolk is eligible for Student Finance England funding: a tuition fee loan of up to £9,790 per year (2026/27) paid directly to the university, plus a maintenance loan of up to £14,135 per year (London, household-income based) for your living costs. There is no upper age limit — mature students apply through exactly the same process. Repayments only start once you earn over £25,000 a year.
Explore more funded Business courses or other universities in Birmingham, universities in Leeds, universities in London, universities in Manchester .
BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) is offered by University of Suffolk in partnership with GBS . Students can choose flexible class schedules such as Weekday, Weekend, and Evening, allowing them to balance education with other commitments. The programme is offered in Full time study mode. It supports academic pathways at Bachelors level, and is available across key study locations including Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester. Direct Google Maps links are provided for each location.
Available Campuses for BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management)
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Queensway
84-86 Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham, B5 4EG
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Brindleyplace
1 Brindleyplace, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2JB
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St George House
St George House, 40 Great George St, Leeds, LS1 3DL
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Stratford
4 Cam Road, Stratford, London, E15 2SN
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Bow Road
53-159 Bow Road, London, E3 2SE
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Greenford
891 Greenford Road, Greenford, London, UB6 0HE
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Universal Square
Universal Square, Devonshire Street North, Manchester, M12 6JH
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Entry Requirements for University of Suffolk
Foundation Year Entry Standard Entry: Level 3 qualification (equivalent to 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points). Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above or equivalent. Equivalency of foreign qualifications confirmed by…
English Language Requirements for BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management)
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of their English language proficiency. English ability can be demonstrated through: Accepted Evidence Previous qualifications studied and completed in English. GCSE English…
Interview Process in University of Suffolk
GBS welcomes walk-in interviews from Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No appointment is required — simply visit the campus at a convenient time. Documents Required Please bring: Proof of…
See the full entry, English language and interview requirements for University of Suffolk →
Who it's for
BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management) at University of Suffolk is a practical option for mature students, career changers, and anyone returning to education who wants a clear, funded route into university study.
There is no upper age limit for Student Finance England-supported study in England. If you are exploring a return to learning, our advisors can help you check fit before you apply.
Study location & mode
This course is listed with University of Suffolk and can be studied in Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester .
- Study mode: Full time
- Class schedule: Weekday, Weekend, and Evening
Exact campus availability can vary by intake — use the campus list above and speak to an advisor if you need a specific location or timetable.
How this course is funded
Eligible students in England may be able to fund tuition and living costs through Student Finance England. As general guidance, that can include a tuition fee loan paid to the university and a maintenance loan for living costs. Repayments normally start only once you earn over the published repayment threshold.
This is general information, not a personal funding decision. Final eligibility, amounts, and repayment terms are confirmed when you apply for student finance — AF Education does not guarantee funding approval.
How AF Education helps
AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
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Register your interest in under 2 minutes. 100% free — we never charge you anything. A dedicated advisor will contact you to check eligibility and guide you through enrolment for BA (Hons) Global Business (Business Management).
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