BSc Global Business Management Human Resources

The BSc Global Business Management (Human Resources) programme at Northumbria University provides a strong foundation in the key areas of business management, with a special focus on human resources. Students in this course will learn about how organisations operate in a global environment and the important role that human resources plays in their success. 

The course covers topics such as managing people, understanding organisational behaviour, and developing effective human resource strategies and aims to give students a solid understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of global business management with a human resources emphasis.

Learning on this course involves various methods, including lectures, tutorials, seminars, and group work, and students are assessed through methods that include assignments, presentations, case studies, and examinations. 

The course is designed to help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, preparing them for a successful career in the field of global business and human resources.

Northumbria University, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, is a well-regarded institution known for its strong links with business and its focus on providing students with skills that are relevant to the workplace. The university has a long history of providing quality education and is committed to research and innovation. Northumbria University offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines, including Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts. This BSc Global Business Management (Human Resources) programme is delivered in Singapore through a partnership with Kaplan.

To apply for this course, you will need to write a personal statement. In this statement, please explain your reasons for wanting to study this specific course and provide any other information about your previous studies that is relevant to your application. You will also need to get a reference letter from a teacher or an employer who knows you academically or professionally. If you have any work experience, you can also include your CV with your application to give us more details.

Grade Requirements:

• For entry in 2025, the standard academic requirements are 112 UCAS tariff points. You can achieve these points through qualifications like A Levels, BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP, BTEC Diploma at MM, T Levels, or the International Baccalaureate. 
• The university also accepts international qualifications that are considered equal to A Levels.

English Proficiency:

• If you are an international applicant, you need to show that you have a good understanding of the English language by getting an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four parts. 
• The university also accepts other English language qualifications that are equal to IELTS, such as TOEFL and PTE Academic.

For international students, the tuition fee for the first year of study is £20,950. Please remember that the university might increase these fees in the following years of your course.

Northumbria University provides several scholarships for international students who want to study undergraduate or postgraduate courses. If you are an international student starting a postgraduate taught programme in September 2025 or January 2026, you might be able to get a discount of £3,000 on your tuition fees. There are also special scholarships for students from specific countries, like Nigeria and India, which offer different amounts of financial help. For international students who are starting an undergraduate course in September 2025, the International Scholarship can help to reduce the cost of your tuition fees for the first year.

Graduates from the BSc Global Business Management (Human Resources) programme can pursue a range of careers in various organisations across different sectors. Potential career paths include:

• Human Resources Executive
• Recruitment Officer
• Training and Development Coordinator
• Employee Relations Officer
• Compensation and Benefits Analyst
• HR Business Partner

If you are interested in applying for this course, you can submit your application through the UCAS website or by using the online application form on the university's website. If you need any help with the application process, you can speak to one of our experienced advisors.