BA International Business Management Top Up

The BA International Business Management (Top Up) at the University of Hertfordshire is a one-year Level 6 course for students who have already completed a two-year college programme or diploma. This course helps you understand more about international business and management. By completing this programme, you can earn a full honours degree.

In this course, you will learn about important topics like how to manage international businesses, understand global markets, and lead people from different cultures. There are optional subjects that you can choose to fit your career plans. You will also have chances to work on real business problems, listen to guest speakers, and join competitions, such as the University Business Challenge.

With 93% of Herts graduates in work or further study within 15 months (Graduate Outcomes, 2021/22), the BA (Hons) International Business Management (Top Up) from the University of Hertfordshire offers strong career prospects for those looking to succeed in global business.

The University of Hertfordshire started as Hatfield Technical College in 1952 and became a university in 1992. It has a good reputation for providing quality education and doing great research.

Today, nearly 35,000 students study there, coming from more than 110 countries. The university offers several courses in various subjects. These courses focus on helping students get ready for jobs by teaching important skills that employers want.

The University of Hertfordshire is known for its strong research work and is among the top 25% in the UK. They have good relationships with businesses, which give students chances to gain practical experience and improve their chances of getting a job after they graduate.

Grade Requirements:

A typical offer for applicants with a Foundation degree is an average of 50%. For those applying with a Higher National Diploma (HND), a merit grade is usually required, along with 90 points at Level 5.

English Proficiency: 

• International applicants whose first language is not English are expected to show proof of English proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

For the 2025/2025 academic year, the tuition fee to study the BA in International Business Management (Top Up) at the University of Hertfordshire is £15,965. Tuition fees are charged annually. Therefore, fees may be higher in future years for both new and continuing students.

The University of Hertfordshire helps international students with money through different scholarship options. One of these is the Chancellor’s International Scholarship, which can lower your tuition fees by £500 to £4,000 if you have an offer from the university.

If you have already studied at Hertfordshire, you can also apply for the University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship. This award gives a 20% discount on tuition fees for students who are funding their own education and are going into a postgraduate or research program at the UK campus. This discount is given automatically, but it may not work with some other scholarships.

Possible roles for employment for graduates of BA International Business Management (Top Up) from the University of Hertfordshire include: 

• Business Development Manager 
• Business Administrator 
• Marketing Executive 
• Strategy Consultant 
• Sales Manager 
• Project Manager

To apply for this course, you have to submit your application through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors if you need more information on the application process.