International Business Management with Foundation Year Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Why choose this course\
On our International Business Management degree, you’ll be part of a supportive, international, and friendly community as you gain in-depth business knowledge and an understanding of the core theories, practices and techniques of managing global businesses.

* You’ll have excellent opportunities to experience international business in action, through our exchange programme, as well as the chance to do a [placement](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/professional-training-placements) or [study abroad](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/study-and-work-abroad) on a placement year.

* Our academics are innovative in delivering engaging learning sessions that bring together theory and practice, supported by real-life global case studies for your intellectual and professional development.

* We encourage our students to be entrepreneurial, providing opportunities to engage with real business problems and deliver creative and practical solutions to managerial challenges.

* Our course is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). 

We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.

What you will study\
We provide a comprehensive business management education with an international perspective – ideal if you have international aspirations.

As an International Business Management BSc student, you will:

* Explore how organisations thrive in global markets

* Examine the dynamics of managing people, strategy, trade, finances, operations, and marketing in a global context

* Evaluate real life business challenges and propose solutions

* Enhance your skills and credentials so you're ready for a career in international business. 

Foundation courses\
A foundation year can develop your skills and make it easier to get started at university. It is an extra year of study at the start of your course that leads in to a full degree programme. Foundation courses are a great option if:

* You don’t have the grades for a full degree course.

* You have non-traditional qualifications or experience.

* You’re starting university after some time away from education.

* You’re looking for more support during the transition into university study.

Life as a foundation year student\
During a foundation year, you’ll learn about your chosen subject, develop your study skills and get used to university life. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree course.

As a foundation year student, you’ll be a full student of the University and part of our community. You’ll have access to all our campus facilities and support.