Business and Management BA (Hons)

The following course information is for students applying for entry in September 2022 or January 2023. If you're looking to start a similar course in September 2023, please refer to this page. For the September 2023 intake, the course structure is different from what you see on the page below.

Overview

This course will teach you how to use creative management strategies to overcome challenges in the global business arena successfully leading teams through organisational change. 

Develop your skills as an innovative, nurturing leader learning to manage the employer-employee relationship while implementing creative strategies to ensure a better working environment for all gaining the confidence and capability to manage organisations across the globe. 

Drawing on global case studies, youll gain a true insight into the different styles of leadership and the practical tools needed to design and implement initiatives, globally. Youll explore, and begin to embody, the roles, traits and challenges of a leader taking on managerial responsibilities within a real-life business context before critically reflecting on your performance to improve techniques. 

Youll also hone your creative thinking and learn to manage, adapt and respond to changes quickly, including new technologies, digital disruption, transformative operations and economic migration learning how to turn challenges into opportunities and grow businesses at pace. 

Practical, experience-based simulations and challenges with industry experts will expose you to real-world business issues and give you the strategic skills to combat them. 

Youll have the option to undertake an independent placement or enterprise project to gain further industry experience, or you can study abroad for a term at one of Regents international partners to broaden your understanding of management and enterprise in a global context. Youll also have the opportunity to learn a new language preparing you to work in an international arena. 

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This course will teach you how to use creative management strategies to overcome challenges in the global business arena successfully leading teams through organisational change. 

Develop your skills as an innovative, nurturing leader learning to manage the employer-employee relationship while implementing creative strategies to ensure a better working environment for all gaining the confidence and capability to manage organisations across the globe. 

Drawing on global case studies, youll gain a true insight into the different styles of leadership and the practical tools needed to design and implement initiatives, globally. Youll explore, and begin to embody, the roles, traits and challenges of a leader taking on managerial responsibilities within a real-life business context before critically reflecting on your performance to improve techniques. 

Youll also hone your creative thinking and learn to manage, adapt and respond to changes quickly, including new technologies, digital disruption, transformative operations and economic migration learning how to turn challenges into opportunities and grow businesses at pace. 

Practical, experience-based simulations and challenges with industry experts will expose you to real-world business issues and give you the strategic skills to combat them. 

Youll have the option to undertake an independent placement or enterprise project to gain further industry experience, or you can study abroad for a term at one of Regents international partners to broaden your understanding of management and enterprise in a global context. Youll also have the opportunity to learn a new language preparing you to work in an international arena. 

A Regents education provides you with a high level of personal attention, and this begins from the moment you apply to study with us. We want to understand who you are and what your skills and interests may be we are interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements. We review each application comprehensively and on its individual merit, considering all of your skills, interests and attributes.

Minimum entry requirements for Level 4 students

One of the following qualifications:

• Three GCE A-levels at grade A-C
• International Baccalaureate Diploma
• A minimum GPA of 2.5 PLUS one of the following:
  - Three AP tests with an average grade of 3 or two AP tests with an average grade of 4
  - Three SAT II (Subject Tests) with a minimum score of 500 in each section or two SAT II with a minimum score of 600 in each section
  - SAT I (Reasoning Tests) with a minimum score of 1800 (600 in each section)
  - ACT with a composite score of 26 (20 in each section)
  - Dual Enrolment and College credits (1st Year) - 30 credits with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Equivalent qualifications as deemed acceptable by the University

For Business & Management, Liberal Studies (Business & Management) and BSc Psychology courses, there is also a minimum maths requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):

We receive applications each year from over 170 countries and are happy to assess all international qualifications.

English Language requirements

English is our language of instruction and we require proof of your English proficiency. 
You can demonstrate your English proficiency with:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 with no score below 5.5 in any of the four components
• PTE Academic: Overall score of 58, with 51 or above in each individual component
• TOEFL IBT: Overall score 80. (We do not accept TOEFL from applicants requiring a Student Visa, as this qualification is no longer accepted by the UKVI)
• A-level/GCSE/IGCSE English: Grade C / 4 or above (for IGCSE certificates, please provide the Supplementary Certifying Statement with the breakdown of component grades)
• International Baccalaureate: Grade 4 or above in English at Higher or Standard Level

This list is not exhaustive. We will review the English qualifications you submit as part of your application and be in contact if we require anything further.
For applicants who wish to improve their English language proficiency, please see our English language courses.

Regent's English Proficiency Test (REPT)

We provide an online English diagnostic test known as the Regents English Proficiency Test (REPT). This test must be booked in advance. To find out more information and to book a test, please visit the REPT page. The REPT test is currently free of charge.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

As a Regents student you will take an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) module in your first semester in order to support the development of your academic work in English.
Please note that students who achieve an IELTS 6.5, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent result, are exempt from taking the EAP module and have an additional academic module.

Please note this module is no longer running effective from September 2021.

Students entering with Recognition of Prior Learning

If you are joining your programme at an advanced entry point, we require IELTS 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in Reading and Writing, with no score below 5.5 in any other components.

Future Opportunities

Successful completion of this degree will equip you with the skills and attributes you will need to lead people and projects in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Your flexible, informed and proactive approach will enable you to pursue a career as a leader, manager, strategist or entrepreneur in many different sectors across the world.

Applying to study at Regent's University London is a straightforward process. We have put together some helpful information to guide you through the process. We accept direct applications and there is no application fee.

Not received your results yet?

That's fine, you can still apply even without your exam results. We can issue a conditional offer without your results. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you are currently studying for.

There's still time to submit an application. Get in touch, we'd love to hear from you.

Step 1: Apply

You can apply in the following ways:

• Apply online
• Apply through UCAS (The Regents UCAS code is R18)

If you have not uploaded the relevant supporting documents during the online application process, you should ensure that we have the below supporting documents as soon as you have completed your application. These can be sent to the Regents Admissions Department via email to [email protected].

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates from all previous studies (i.e. secondary school and/or university certificates)
• One academic letter of recommendation
• A 300-500 word personal statement outlining the reasons for applying to your chosen programme, how you feel you will benefit from the programme of study, what contributions you will make to the University and how this will help your future career aspirations.
• A copy of your passport photograph (ID) page
• If you are not a native English speaker, proof of your English proficiency

Credit Transfer

• If youve already studied part of a degree course elsewhere, you may be able apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join the programme at an advanced entry point. If youd like to request entry part-way through a programme, make sure you state this clearly in your statement of purpose and provide us with the transcripts and module descriptions for the relevant study.

Step 2: Receive a response to your application

You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days of receipt of your completed application and supporting documents.

We will assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of the decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.

For some of our programmes, the selection process may include an interview or audition. Interviews/auditions can take the form of a one-to-one interview, group interview or portfolio review which may be conducted by telephone or as a Skype call. Arrangements of these are made between the Admissions Department and the applicant.

Step 3: Accepting your offer

If you wish to accept the offer, please pay the advance tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) to confirm your place. 

Please see here for information on how to pay.

Step 4: After you have accepted your place

Closer to the start of the term, the Admissions Team will send information regarding the registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment prior to your arrival as well as a checklist of documents you will need to bring with you to fully register onto the programme.

Information for international students

If you are an overseas student requiring visa sponsorship to study in the UK, our team will be in touch with information on applying for your student visa and the documents you will need. More information can be found on our visas and immigration page.