Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Studies
Singapore, Singapore
BA
DURATION
36 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 36,714
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The BA (Honours) in Business Studies gives a foundation in business theory and practice, covering core functions and integrating equality, diversity and inclusion, social innovation and social responsibility. The programme builds analytical, qualitative and quantitative research skills and transferable employability skills such as communication, teamwork, information management and critical evaluation. It prepares students for business roles or postgraduate study. Birmingham Academy joined the Enhanced Registration Framework in September 2010.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can progress to master's degrees in business or related disciplines, or enter employment in business, management, marketing, finance and social innovation, nonprofit sector, startup and consultancy roles.
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Studies programme provides students with a comprehensive foundation in business theory and practice, covering key functional areas of business while integrating contemporary themes such as equality, diversity and inclusion, social innovation, and social responsibility. The programme equips students with strong analytical, research, and employability skills for progression into business-related careers or further academic study.
The programme aims to:
- Develop a coherent and in-depth understanding of business as an academic and professional discipline
- Equip students with critical knowledge of core business functions and their real-world applications
- Foster analytical, research, and problem-solving skills using appropriate qualitative and quantitative tools
- Build transferable employability skills including communication, teamwork, information management, and critical evaluation
- Prepare graduates for employment in business-related roles or progression to postgraduate studies
The programme aims to:
- Develop a coherent and in-depth understanding of business as an academic and professional discipline
- Equip students with critical knowledge of core business functions and their real- world applications
- Foster analytical, research, and problem-solving skills using appropriate qualitative and quantitative tools
- Build transferable employability skills, including communication, teamwork, information management, and critical evaluation
- Prepare graduates for employment in business-related roles or progression to postgraduate studies
Progression Pathway
Master's degree programmes in business or related disciplines, Employment in business, management, marketing, finance, or related fields
Assessment methods may include:
- Written examinations
- Individual and group coursework
- Case study analysis
- Presentations
- Projects
- Dissertation or applied business project
Modules may include, but are not limited to:
- Principles of Management
- Economics
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Operations Management
- Financial Management
- Business Law
- Organisational Behaviour
- Strategic Management
- Business Research Methods
- Global Business Strategy
- Final-Year Dissertation or Business Project