Cultivate your future in the diverse landscape of business with City University Qatar’s Bachelor of Science in Business. This degree equips students with the essential knowledge and skills required for a successful career in business management across industry, commerce, and the public sector. With a strong focus on practical application, leadership, and strategic decision-making, graduates are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of the modern business world.
The Bachelor of Science in Business at City University Qatar mirrors the curriculum, learning outcomes, and academic standards of the Ulster University. Graduates may be eligible to apply for individual exemptions from professional bodies such as the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), depending on their experience and career path.
This programme provides students with valuable opportunities to develop a broad range of business competencies, including leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. With a curriculum designed to meet industry demands and a global perspective, graduates will be equipped to thrive in dynamic business environments both locally and internationally.
If you have completed 12 years of education, you can join this degree by completing a Foundation Year, which will be considered as Year 0.
For entry at Year 1
The general entry requirements identify the minimum qualifications needed for application to our undergraduate courses. Competence in written and spoken English is a general entrance requirement for entry to all courses, with some courses also requiring specific grades for mathematics.
Entry point: Foundation
(if taken as a separate Foundation Programme)
- Be 18 years old or over upon completion of the International Foundation Programme.
- Successful completion of high school with the equivalent of completing the General Secondary Education Certificate or Qatar Senior School Certificate with a minimum of 50% in 5 subjects.
- Attain the equivalent of a minimum grade C, at GCSE level, in 5 subjects
- Attain an Academic IELTS overall score of 5.0 or equivalent (with no contributing band score of less than 5.0).
- Other international qualifications will be considered on merit for equivalency with the above requirements.
The general entry requirements identify the minimum qualifications needed for application to our undergraduate courses. Competence in written and spoken English is a general entrance requirement for entry to all courses, with some courses also requiring specific grades for mathematics.
Entry point: Foundation
(if taken as a separate Foundation Programme)
- Be 18 years old or over upon completion of the International Foundation Programme.
- Successful completion of high school with the equivalent of completing the General Secondary Education Certificate or Qatar Senior School Certificate with a minimum of 50% in 5 subjects.
- Attain the equivalent of a minimum grade C, at GCSE level, in 5 subjects
- Attain an Academic IELTS overall score of 5.0 or equivalent (with no contributing band score of less than 5.0).
- Other international qualifications will be considered on merit for equivalency with the above requirements.
Entry point: Year 1
- Completion of 13 years of education to include successful completion of General Secondary Education Certificate or Qatar Senior School Certificate to include 50% or above in Mathematics.
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- Three A Levels Grade C, C, C or IB Certificate (minimum 24 points, with at least 12 points at higher level) or Pearson BTEC Level 3 at Extended Diploma level (MMM profile).
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- Academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 or equivalent (with no contributing band score of less than 5.5).
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- Successful completion of Ulster’s International Foundation Programme.
Other international qualifications will be considered on merit for equivalency with the above requirements. *Subject to final University approval
Entry point: Final year
- GPA at a 3.2 level or higher to be equivalent to 60%+ or a merit profile or more in HND in Business or equivalent qualification for full-time students.
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- Pass profile or more in HND in Business or equivalent qualification for part-time students.
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- Academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 or equivalent (with no contributing band score of less than 5.5).
- Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.
If you do not meet the entry requirements, CUC will provide you with a support programme that will help you improve your English level and your academic skills.
- Completion of 13 years of education to include successful completion of General Secondary Education Certificate or Qatar Senior School Certificate to include 50% or above in Mathematics.
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- Three A Levels Grade C, C, C or IB Certificate (minimum 24 points, with at least 12 points at higher level) or Pearson BTEC Level 3 at Extended Diploma level (MMM profile).
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- Academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 or equivalent (with no contributing band score of less than 5.5).
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- Successful completion of Ulster’s International Foundation Programme.
Other international qualifications will be considered on merit for equivalency with the above requirements. *Subject to final University approval
Duration: 3 years or 4 years with the International Foundation Programme
Instruction: Modular
Module Design: 120 credits per year, 3 modules per semester
Hons Qualification: 18 modules
International Foundation Programme
SEMESTER 1
•Introduction to Entrepreneurial Leadership
•Introduction to Creative Industries
•English with Study Skills or Extended Critical Thinking for Undergraduate Study
SEMESTER 2
•Exploring Cultural Identities
•English for Academic Transition or Project-Based Learning
•Introduction to Mathematics for Business
Year 1
SEMESTER 1
•Design Thinking and Management Skills
•Principles of Management
•Business Awareness and Analysis
SEMESTER 2
•Principles of Marketing
•Introduction to Accounting for Business
•Business and the Economy
Year 2
SEMESTER 1
•Accounting for Business Decisions
•Operations and Supply Chain Management
•Digital Analytics Skills
SEMESTER 2
•Managing and Developing People
•Marketing Communications
•Digital Business Management
Year 3
SEMESTER 1
•Governance, Risk, and Ethics
•Leadership and Change
•Global Marketing
SEMESTER 2
•Business Strategy
•Enterprise Development and Entrepreneurship
•Integrating Marketing Insight
Graduates possess a combination of knowledge and skills which is attractive to a wide range of potential employers. The career opportunities available include management level posts in finance, production, purchasing, personnel and marketing in industry and commerce. Many graduates pursue successful careers in the civil service, government agencies and other public sector organisations. Each year a number of graduates proceed to postgraduate studies in this University or elsewhere.
