GBSBusinessThe difficulty comes from the broad route, the need to choose a personal direction, sales, communication and building real experience.Entrepreneurship is not only study; market, customers and execution also matter.

BA (Hons) Global Business & Entrepreneurship

Simple overview of this programme

This programme combines business learning with entrepreneurship. It suits students who are interested in ideas, markets, customers, sales and business development.

It is not a guarantee that you will build a successful business, but it gives a broader business and entrepreneurial framework.

Decision summary

Good fit for

people interested in business, sales, ideas, markets, entrepreneurship or starting their own business in the future.

Poor fit for

people who want a very low-risk, narrow and clearly fixed job route from day one.

Who this programme is for

You are interested in business, sales, ideas, market growth or starting your own work.
You enjoy testing ideas, presenting, teamwork and looking at the market.
You can handle uncertainty, risk and the need to build your own path.
You want a mix of business, entrepreneurship and business development.

What jobs can this programme lead to?

Realistic starting roles:

Business Support
Sales Support
Marketing Assistant
Business Development Assistant
Operations Assistant

Growth path after experience:

Business Consultant
Startup Founder
Innovation Manager
Supply Chain / Retail Management

Important note: The degree alone does not guarantee a job, a management position or a specialist title. English level, work experience, practical skills and labour-market conditions all matter.

Key programme information

Duration4 years
Foundation YearYes
CitiesLondon, Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds
Start datesOctober, January and June
Class scheduleweekends or evenings
Awarding bodyOxford Brookes University
CollegeGBS

Timing and classes

The course runs for 4 years and includes a Foundation Year.

Classes are usually scheduled at weekends or in the evening.

How difficult is this programme?

The difficulty comes from the broad route, the need to choose a personal direction, sales, communication and building real experience.

Entrepreneurship is not only study; market, customers and execution also matter.

What is the Foundation Year and how does it help?

The Foundation Year works on academic, communication and research skills before the main years of study.

Main advantage of this programme

It combines business education with entrepreneurial thinking for people considering both employment and self-employment.

Important points before choosing

This programme provides tools and perspective, but building a business or reaching advisory and management roles requires experience, networking and practical skill.

If you want the clearest low-risk route, Accounting or Health and Social Care may feel more direct.