Regents University London - International Business BA Hons with Integrated Foundation

Regents University London

International Business BA Hons with Integrated Foundation

This integrated foundation year has been specially designed to give you the introductory knowledge and business skills needed to confidently progress to degree-level study.  

The Foundation year is structured around an entrepreneurial challenge, with modules that introduce the transferable skills you will need at degree level and beyond.  

Once you have successfully completed your foundation year, you will progress to the first year of BA (Hons) International Business.  

You’ll learn about strategic management, economic policy and new ventures at an international level, developing your creative thinking and ability to innovate.  

Studying business across the world will build your intercultural intelligence and ability to operate across disciplines and borders. A global outlook, language learning and intercultural intelligence are central to the course.  

You'll also improve your global language skills, choosing to study Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian or Spanish, with a focus on professional communication skills.  

Working with staff and students from over 140 nationalities at Regent’s will ensure you develop the vital global outlook to work in organisations across the world.  

This degree will prepare you for a career as a leader in multinational businesses or international start-ups. 

Entry Requirements

Minimum entry requirements for Level 3 students

One of the following qualifications: 

  • 5 GCSEs at grade A-C or equivalent
  • US High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.5 
  • Equivalent qualifications as deemed acceptable by the University

For both Business & Management and Liberal Studies (Business & Management) courses, there is also a minimum maths requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):

Qualification Subject Grade
GCSE Maths C (4)
IB (any level) Maths 4
US HSD year 12 Maths related subject C


We receive applications each year from over 170 countries and are happy to assess all international qualifications.

English Language requirements

English is our language of instruction and we require proof of your English proficiency. 
You can demonstrate your English proficiency with:

  • IELTS: Overall score of 5.5 with no score below 5.5 in any of the four components
  • GCSE/IGCSE English: Grade C / 4 (for IGCSE certificates, please provide the Supplementary Certifying Statement with the breakdown of component grades)
  • International Baccalaureate: Grade 4 or above in English at Higher or Standard Level


Career Prospects

An international business career can take many paths. This programme will give you the skills and experience needed to collaborate and communicate with business partners across the globe. The strong practical focus will give you the confidence to be enterprising and entrepreneurial, either as a dedicated self-starter within an international business or as an innovative business founder in your own right. The skills you gain will prepare you for numerous areas of international business, including advertising, banking, finance, human resources, IT and marketing.

Course Details

The 4-year programme with integrated foundation is designed to give you the introductory knowledge and skills you need for study at degree level. The curriculum in the foundation year is structured around an entrepreneurial challenge, supported by modules that introduce the transferable skills you will need for a career in business. In the Foundation year, all students take the same core modules:

Foundation Year

Enterprise Challenge
Mastering Foundational Numeracy
Skills for Impact
Working with Others
World of Business

Year 1

Analytical Tools for Business and Finance
Developing Tomorrow's Global Leaders
Economics for Business
Financial and Management Accounting
Global Perspectives
Integrated Business Skills
International Business Environment
Language Module
People-Centric Organisations
Principles of Marketing in the Digital Era

Year 2

International Political Challenges
Language Module
Leading with Cultural Intelligence
Managing Digital Disruption and Transformation
Research Methods
Term 2: Study abroad

Year 3

Applied International Business Project
International Business and Economics Policy
International Strategic Management
Planning a New International Venture
Two Elective Modules

Elective Modules

Data Visualisation and Analytics for Business
Derivatives and Risk Management
Independent Learning Project
International Brand Strategy
International Business Law
International Finance
International HRM
Language Module
Mergers and Acquisitions
Organisational Governance and Global Financial Ethics

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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