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BA International Business Management

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  • A level offer
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  • Year of entry
    2027/28 See 2026/27 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time: 1 Year

Our BA International Business Management course is for students in China looking to transfer to the UK after completing the SQA Advanced Diploma.

This programme builds strong global business foundations, covering strategy, HR, ethics, marketing and AI, while keeping employability at its core.

You’ll further advance your knowledge gained from the SQA Advanced Diploma to apply international business concepts and develop the skills needed to thrive in a fast‑changing business world.

Study at a top-ranked university

Ranked 1st in the UK for Business Studies (Daily Mail University Guide, 2026) and 86th in the world for Business & Economics (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2025), the University of Reading offers an exceptional academic experience that opens doors across the globe.

We’ve been inspiring curious, ambitious students for over 100 years, having been founded as a college of the University of Oxford, while continuing to innovate and lead in education, research and industry engagement.

Henley Business School

As part of the University of Reading, Henley Business School is a global quadruple-accredited business school. The BA International Business Management course itself is accredited by:

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
  • EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

At Henley, you'll learn from world‑renowned academics and industry specialists, gaining insights into emerging global issues and the skills to think critically, creatively and strategically. Their expertise puts you at the forefront of the field, equipping you to become a confident and capable future leader.

A global community

Located in beautiful parkland just 25 minutes from central London and easily accessible from Heathrow Airport, our Whiteknights campus is home to a vibrant international community of more than 4,500 students from over 145 countries.

You’ll be able to stay in University halls of residence, only a short walk from the Henley Business School building. You won’t have to share a room and you’ll be part of a flat with students from around the world.

Location

We are also in the heart of the UK's 'Silicon Valley' and have strong working relationships with companies in and around Reading. Companies with offices in Reading include:

  • Huawei
  • Microsoft
  • the Big Four accounting firms (Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC).

Our aim is to increase your knowledge, skills and confidence, and prepare you for a professional career. We’ll help you find your feet and make your mark.

You can expect a range of employment-focused authentic coursework and assessments including individual essays, online tests, team assignments and reports.

You’ll learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical workshops and self-guided study. This will provide you with the opportunity to discuss subject materials in an in-depth way with your lecturers and fellow students.

You’ll benefit from a support structure designed specifically for this programme. Your academic tutor will provide you with one-to-one support throughout your degree. In class, you’ll work alongside other SQA students and you’ll also have the opportunity to explore parts of the local region with organised trips.

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: not applicable

New international students: £26,850 for 2027/28. For more details, please visit our Fees for International Students page.

The University of Reading has been named University of the Year for Scholarships and Bursaries 2026 (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026), recognising our extensive financial support. You may be eligible for one of our undergraduate scholarships, including:

Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship

This exciting new undergraduate scholarship scheme is focused on creating a community of global sustainability leaders of the future. We are offering up to 400 scholarships per year, for high-achieving students from the UK and overseas.

Each scholar will receive £6,000 a year for maintenance and living costs, for up to four years of full-time study on their course (subject to terms and conditions).

Find out more about the Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship scheme.

Reading Excellence Scholarship

We’re pleased to announce that 80 scholarships worth £5,000 each will soon be available for incoming international undergraduate students.

These scholarships are designed to support talented students from around the world as they begin their academic journey with us.

Find out more about the Reading Excellence Scholarship.

Employability

At Henley Business School, we are committed to empowering and enabling you to excel in your future career. On the BA International Business Management course, you’ll improve your English and engage with worldwide issues, learning from examples beyond China. This will make you highly attractive to employers.

All our undergraduate programmes have employability integrated within them. As part of your course, you’ll enhance your:

  • agility
  • resilience
  • motivation
  • communication
  • negotiation
  • teamworking
  • AI and digital skills
  • ethical and environmental leadership.

At least once a week, invited employers from across the world deliver talks on industry. They cover how things are developing and what changes are expected, helping to prepare you for the business world and providing many networking opportunities. Recent sessions have been delivered by the likes of Deloitte, KPMG, Chanel and Barclays.

Career support

At Henley, you’ll receive support from the Henley Careers team. They can help you plan your career, develop your interview and application skills, build your confidence and give you advice on different career journeys. You’ll be able to take advantage of:

  • one-to-one career support
  • employer panels
  • skills development masterclasses
  • online development guides.

Careers support from Henley doesn’t stop once you complete your degree. You can book one-to-one careers appointments with the Henley Careers team for up to four years after you graduate.

Visit our Henley Careers & Professional Development LinkedIn page to learn more about the types of events we run.

Alumni

We are a truly international business school with more than 100,000 alumni in over 160 countries and nearly 5,500 alumni from China. By joining our community, you’ll become part of this global network with access to mentorship, regular alumni networking events in China, career opportunities and more.