This Business Studies degree is your gateway to mastering the world of business. This dynamic programme blends academic excellence with practical industry insights, offering you a comprehensive understanding of regional, national and global economies.
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.
I Will Learn
– Effective leadership skills and the knowledge and tools to excel in a business career, with a focus on people management and leadership.
– Core business concepts including the key principles of business strategy, marketing, and management within an international context, while addressing contemporary trends and challenges in the business environment.
– How to drive sustainability in business. Learn how to capture, measure, and communicate sustainability information, and understand the critical role of sustainability reporting and governance in today’s dynamic business world.
Hands-on Experience
– Learn by working on projects with companies, giving you valuable practical experience.
– Our programme has been designed with industry leaders and is taught by professionals with specialist and global experience.
– Choose a placement year for hands-on experience that will boost your employment prospects.
Why Ulster Programme?
- Led by highly experienced academics and industry professionals, this programme provides engaging, innovative, and future-focused learning experiences. Benefit from current industry insights and valuable networking opportunities, all designed to equip you with the skills and connections essential for a successful business career.
Entry Requirements for direct entry into Year One are subject to completion of 13 years of education and are assessed on a case-by-case basis, varying depending on the programme applied for. General entry requirements include:
– International Baccalaureate (IB): An overall profile of a minimum of 24 points (with at least 12 points at higher level), and grade 4 or above in HL or SL Mathematics
– British System: 3 A-levels; the required grades and subjects depend on the programme applied for. A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above is required, including GCSE Mathematics
– To qualify for our bachelor’s programme, applicants must meet all the following criteria. Some may have specific math and physics grade prerequisites
– Other international qualifications: These will be considered on merit for equivalency with the above requirements
AND
– English Language Requirements – an IELTS overall score of at least 6.0, with no band lower than 5.5, or an equivalent qualification
OR
– Successful completion of Ulster’s International Foundation Programme
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
If you’ve completed 12 years of high school (Grade 12/Thanawiyah), you must successfully complete the International Foundation Programme before advancing to year one of BSc (Hons) Business Studies.
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
