University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons)(SW/YAB) International Business

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

The BA (Hons) International Business degree blends academic insight with practical application. You’ll explore global business ecosystems, digital innovation, cultural leadership, international finance, and ethical decision-making. This EFMD-accredited course is designed for future global business leaders who want to develop strong commercial awareness, cross-cultural intelligence, and the ability to work confidently across borders.

Whether you're interested in international marketing, supply chains, sustainability, or global strategy, this degree prepares you to thrive in an interconnected world. You’ll also gain valuable skills in problem-solving, project management, and data analysis, giving you the tools to navigate complex international markets. A defining feature of the course is its

Key highlights

  • EFMD-accredited business course
  • Explores global business ecosystems, digital innovation and international finance
  • Covers cultural leadership and ethical decision-making in business
  • Options to focus on international marketing, supply chains or sustainability
  • Builds problem-solving, project management and data analysis skills
  • Develops commercial awareness and cross-cultural intelligence

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — Text: Typical offer (UCAS points)112
  • A-level: BBC — A Level: BBC
  • BTEC: DDM — BTEC: DDM
  • T-level — Design Survey and Planning for Construction; Design Production, Design and Development; Education and Childcare; Healthcare Science; Health; Science; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Onsite Construction; Building Servic…

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000

  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000

  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000

  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000

  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • International business manager
  • International marketing executive
  • Supply chain analyst
  • Global strategy consultant
  • Business development manager
  • Sustainability analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,450

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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