Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
University of Northampton · Northampton
BA Global Business Management (Top-Up)
A one-year top-up for holders of an HND, foundation degree or similar business qualification who want to complete a full honours degree. The programme develops strategy, organisations, leadership, decision-making and responsible management. As a top-up route, it is intended for students who already hold relevant prior higher-education credit and want to complete an honours-level award.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- HND (Edexcel, ABE, NCC), Foundation Degree in Business or overseas equivalent, or ATHE extended diploma
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- A 3- or 4-year Sri Lankan degree from an institution recognised by UK NARIC (UK ENIC), or a UK second class honours degree or equivalent
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 in all bands
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Northampton.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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- BSc (Hons) International Business (Top-Up)Anglia Ruskin University · £17,500/yr
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up)Arden University · £16,000/yr
Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on northampton.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Northampton before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.