London South Bank University

BA International Business Management Top-up

London South Bank University

Course overview

The BA International Business Management Top-up from London South Bank University is designed for students who have completed an equivalent of the first two years of a degree, such as an HND or another equivalent qualification, and wish to top up to a full bachelor's degree. The programme prepares students for successful careers in international business and management practice. This 1-year programme teaches students key concepts and theories, with a focus on modern international business and views from a strategic management perspective. 

Throughout London South Bank University's BA International Business Management Top-up programme, students will develop research and analytical skills, real-life problem-solving capacities, and the personal and interpersonal skills needed to succeed. By combining international business and management with a detailed composition of other related subjects concerned with the management of organisations, students will gain insights into the best practices and research in the international business sector. 

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants should have relevant, recent study to a level equivalent to years one and two of undergraduate study, including the first two years of a degree or a completed foundation degree with a minimum merit profile on Level 5 modules.
  • Recent HND in a relevant subject with a minimum merit profile on Level 5 modules. 
  • Other recent relevant qualifications that are equivalent to the first two years of a degree.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not the first language you speak, you need to get a score of 6.0 overall in the IELTS test. You must score at least 5.5 in each part of the test. The university also accepts similar scores from other English language tests like PTE or TOEFL.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • LSBU Loyalty Award

    20% discount on the tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000

  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA International Business Management Top at London South Bank University can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Business Development Manager
  • Management Consultant
  • Human Resources Officer
  • Marketing and Sales Director
  • Project Manager
  • Marketing Executive
  • Business Analyst

Cost of study

For the 2025/2026 academic year, the tuition fee to study the BA International Business Management Top at London South Bank University is £17,600. This fee is provisional and subject to change.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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