Overview
The BA Global Business Management (Top-up) course at Cardiff Metropolitan University is a one-year programme for students who already have a diploma or foundation degree. It helps them get a full bachelor's degree and focuses on important parts of international business.
In this programme, you'll study topics like managing people around the world, how goods are moved and supplied globally, and the basics of economics, business planning, and management. In the second half of the year, you can choose to focus more on either HR (Human Resources), Logistics, or Strategic Management.
You'll learn through lectures, smaller discussion groups, and workshops. Your progress will be checked through written assignments, presentations, and projects. These are designed to see how well you understand the ideas and how well you can use them in practice.
Entry Requirements
Grade Requirements
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Applicants should hold a Higher National Diploma (or equivalent) in Business and Management, a Foundation degree, or a comparable qualification (NARIC-verified) equivalent to 240 credits.
English Proficiency
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International students for whom English is not their first language are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, with no individual component score below 5.5.
Cost of Study
The annual tuition fee for international students enrolled in the BA Global Business Management (Top-Up) at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000.
Scholarships
Cardiff Metropolitan University offers scholarships to support students in meeting their educational costs. International students applying for undergraduate programmes may be eligible for the Undergraduate Scholarship, which provides a potential reduction of up to £2,500 on tuition fees. Students may also be able to access other funding opportunities, including the Vice Chancellor Scholarship, offering up to £1,500, the Chevening Scholarships, and the Sanctuary Award.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the BA Global Business Management (Top-Up) programme from Cardiff Metropolitan University pursue careers in international business sectors. Potential roles include:
- International Business Manager
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Marketing Manager
- Business Development Executive
- Project Manager
- Human Resource Manager
Admission Details
Applications for this programme should be submitted through UCAS. For expert admissions guidance, please contact the AHZ counsellors.

