Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management
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Overview
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Overview
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Top 5 reasons to choose Northumbria University
1. 100% assignment-based curriculum with no exams
2. Amongst an elite group of institutions worldwide offering Business Degrees with dual Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation
3. Modern University of the Year
(The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)4. Research University of the Year
(Daily Mail University Guide 2024)5. Top 35 Best UK Universities
(The Complete University Guide – University League Tables 2025)About the Programme
An education grant of S$3,270 is available to local applicants for the 2025 intakes of this programme. Please contact our programme consultant for more information.
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management programme will develop students’ application, critical evaluation, knowledge, and understanding of key subjects related to business management within a global context. The international curriculum will boost students’ awareness of the globally diverse environment in which modern businesses and management operate, preparing them for a career around the world.
Salary Guide
Product Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$98,799
Special Projects Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$98,218
Project Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$86,337
Business Development Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$83,037
Marketing Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$81,960
Sales Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$72,789
Account Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$69,849Source: sg.indeed.com/career (accurate as of 17 May 2024)
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management from Northumbria University, United Kingdom.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.
Key factsDuration16 months/8 monthsIntake MonthYear 2 Entry: March & September / Year 3 Entry: June & DecemberNumber Of Modules6 (with exemptions) or 11Mode Of DeliveryBlended LearningAssessment100% assignment-based Degree with no examsCareer OpportunitiesAccount ManagerBusiness Development ManagerMarketing ManagerProduct ManagerProject ManagerSales ManagerSpecial Projects Manager -
Top 5 reasons to choose Northumbria University
1. 100% assignment-based curriculum with no exams
2. Amongst an elite group of institutions worldwide offering Business Degrees with dual Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation
3. Accredited by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE)
(CSCSE is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China)4. Modern University of the Year
(The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)5. Top 35 Best UK Universities
(The Complete University Guide – University League Tables 2025)About the Programme
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management programme will develop students’ application, critical evaluation, knowledge, and understanding of key subjects related to business management within a global context. The international curriculum will boost students’ awareness of the globally diverse environment in which modern businesses and management operate, preparing them for a career around the world.
Salary Guide
Product Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$98,799
Special Projects Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$98,218
Project Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$86,337
Business Development Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$83,037
Marketing Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$81,960
Sales Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$72,789
Account Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$69,849Source: sg.indeed.com/career (accurate as of 17 May 2024)
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management from Northumbria University, United Kingdom.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.
Key factsDuration16 monthsIntake MonthMarch & SeptemberNumber Of Modules6 (with exemptions) or 11Mode Of Delivery100% In-personAssessment100% assignment-based Degree with no examsCareer OpportunitiesAccount ManagerBusiness Development ManagerMarketing ManagerProduct ManagerProject ManagerSales ManagerSpecial Projects Manager
Ranking & Accreditation
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Intakes
There are 2 intakes per year.
CommencementYear 2 Entry
- March
- September
Year 3 Entry
- June
- December
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by the University and Kaplan Higher Education Academy.
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.
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Intakes
There are 2 intakes per year.
Commencement- March
- September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by the University and Kaplan Higher Education Academy.
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.
Modules
- Academic Skills and Employability
- Communications and Content Marketing
- Digital Business Models, Marketing and Operations
- Human Resource Management Essentials
- Management Research and Analysis
- Strategic Frameworks and Cultural Contexts in International Management
- Digital and Data Driven Marketing
- Management Enquiry1 OR Career Development and Research Informed Learning & Contemporary Business Enquiry2
- Project Management
- Responsible Strategy
- Transforming Self and Organisations
Note:
1For students who gain direct entry to Year 2.
2For students who gain direct entry to Year 3.
Applicants with Northumbria University-recognised Kaplan Advanced Diplomas or private Advanced Diplomas will be exempted from Year 2 of the programme and can gain entry to Year 3 of the programme.
Click here for module descriptions.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which include:
Year 2 Entry
- Kaplan Diploma
- Polytechnic Diploma
- BTEC HNC
- Other Diplomas or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
Year 3 Entry
- Kaplan Advanced Diploma in relevant subject area
- BTEC HND
- Foundation Degree
- Other equivalent Advanced Diploma* in relevant subject area
*Equivalent to RQF Level 5
English Language Requirements- GCE O-Level English language subject (Grade C6 and above); OR
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in all components
- For more information, please click here.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
Work Experience- When required, work experience will be applied as part of the admissions process. Any work experience assessment and related admissions decisions will be conducted by the University, and lead to the recognition of the achievement of learning outcomes and the award of University Credit.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which include:
Year 2 Entry
- Kaplan Diploma
- Polytechnic Diploma
- BTEC HNC
Other Diplomas or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
English Language Requirements- GCE O-Level English language subject (Grade C6 and above); OR
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in all components
- For more information, please click here.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
Work Experience- When required, work experience will be applied as part of the admissions process. Any work experience assessment and related admissions decisions will be conducted by the University, and lead to the recognition of the achievement of learning outcomes and the award of University Credit.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsApply Now
Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Course FeeTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops, and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned), and transcript.
S$20,650.05 payable in 6 instalments
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$23,920.05 minus Education Grant of S$3,2701)
(Year 2 Entry)S$15,679.65 payable in 3 instalments
(Year 3 Entry)Fee inclusive of 9% GST
Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme2.
1The Education Grant and amount specified is exclusive to selected programmes and not transferable to other programmes or another intake of the same programme. Terms and conditions apply.
2Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
NTUC members are eligible for funding support under the Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). The maximum claimable is capped annually at S$250 for NTUC members below 40 years old and S$500 for NTUC members aged 40 and above.
For application guidelines, please click here.
For FAQs, please click here.
Non-Refundable Application Fee
S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTStudent Development Fee
S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
Payment OptionsPayment Counter Operating Hours:
Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
9am – 3pm (Saturdays)Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
(Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)
SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
For New Students
New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
Download SAM mobile app:
Google Playstore
Apple AppstoreOnline payment website:
https://mysam.singpost.com/webhomeCredit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
- 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
- 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank
Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
- 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
Education Loan:
Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.
Maybank Education Loan
- Standard Repayment
1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Partial Repayment
1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Interest Servicing
1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
- Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
OCBC Frank Education Loan
- Standard - Principal & Interest
1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Graduated - Interest first*
1. Pay only interest while studying.
2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation. - Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards. -
Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
*For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.
For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
Flywire (for International Students):
For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Bank account details:
Bank name: DBS Bank
Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
Bank code: 7171
Branch code: 001
Account no.: 001-900452-7
Swift code: DBSSSGSGImportant Note:
- Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
- If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
- For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
- For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
Education GrantThis Education Grant aims to provide financial assistance to Northumbria University students pursuing selected Degree programmes. For more information, please click here or contact our programme consultant.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsApply Now
Full-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Course FeeTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops, and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned), and transcript.
S$23,920.05 payable in 6 instalments
(Year 2 Entry)Fee inclusive of 9% GST
Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*.
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
NTUC members are eligible for funding support under the Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). The maximum claimable is capped annually at S$250 for NTUC members below 40 years old and S$500 for NTUC members aged 40 and above.
For application guidelines, please click here.
For FAQs, please click here.
Non-Refundable Application Fee
S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTStudent Development Fee
S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
Payment OptionsPayment Counter Operating Hours:
Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
9am – 3pm (Saturdays)Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
(Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)
SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
For New Students
New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
Download SAM mobile app:
Google Playstore
Apple AppstoreOnline payment website:
https://mysam.singpost.com/webhomeCredit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
- 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
- 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank
Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
- 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
Education Loan:
Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.
Maybank Education Loan
- Standard Repayment
1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Partial Repayment
1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Interest Servicing
1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
- Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
OCBC Frank Education Loan
- Standard - Principal & Interest
1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Graduated - Interest first*
1. Pay only interest while studying.
2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation. - Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards. -
Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
*For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.
For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
Flywire (for International Students):
For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Bank account details:
Bank name: DBS Bank
Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
Bank code: 7171
Branch code: 001
Account no.: 001-900452-7
Swift code: DBSSSGSGImportant Note:
- Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
- If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
- For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
- For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
-
International ApplicantsApply Now
Full-time (International Applicants) – Click here to apply online
Course FeeTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops, and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned), and transcript.
S$29,528.10 payable in 2 instalments
(Year 2 Entry)
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTNon-Refundable Application Fee
S$523.20
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTAdministration Fee
S$1,199*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST*Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme, and Medical Insurance.
Payment OptionsPayment Counter Operating Hours:
Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
9am – 3pm (Saturdays)Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
(Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)
SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
For New Students
New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
Download SAM mobile app:
Google Playstore
Apple AppstoreOnline payment website:
https://mysam.singpost.com/webhomeCredit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
- 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
- 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank
Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
- 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
Education Loan:
Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.
Maybank Education Loan
- Standard Repayment
1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Partial Repayment
1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Interest Servicing
1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
- Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
OCBC Frank Education Loan
- Standard - Principal & Interest
1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Graduated - Interest first*
1. Pay only interest while studying.
2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation. - Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards. -
Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
*For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.
For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
Flywire (for International Students):
For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Bank account details:
Bank name: DBS Bank
Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
Bank code: 7171
Branch code: 001
Account no.: 001-900452-7
Swift code: DBSSSGSGImportant Note:
- Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
- If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
- For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
- For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
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DurationDuration
Year 2 Entry
- 16 months
Year 3 Entry
- 8 months
Maximum allowed candidature period- Not applicable
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DurationDuration
- 16 months
Maximum allowed candidature period- Not applicable
Attaining a Degree has always been a personal goal of mine and achieving it has proven my capabilities. It has served as a ticket to job interviews and opportunities for my career advancement.
Francesca Lauretta Aw
Investigator, Amazon Asia-Pacific Holdings Pte Ltd
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management
Northumbria University 1st Class Honours Graduate (2021)
My Degree in Business Management has enabled me to fulfil my dream to work the retail sector. It has empowered me with better knowledge and, subsequently, greater involvement in my company’s projects, helping my career growth.
Candy Wang
Assistant Manager (Category Support), Heinemann Asia Pacific
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management
Northumbria University 1st Honours Graduate (2019)
As a working professional, I decided to pursue further studies to enhance my competitiveness in today’s dynamic job market. Having an additional qualification has equipped me to navigate the ever-changing Business and Finance sector, allowing me to grow within my organisation.
Lim Yan Loong
Associate (Onboarding Risk), Financial Service Provider
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business*
Northumbria University Graduate (2024)
*This programme has been succeeded by the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management.
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