How is this different from a BBA?

The BBA is broader and covers all functions of business — marketing, finance, operations, strategy. The Bachelor of Business Management tilts more toward people leadership, team operations, organisational behaviour and management practice. Choose this if you know your career is in operational leadership.

Can I work while studying?

Yes. The degree is offered on-campus, online and via distance learning. Many students work in supervisor or coordinator roles alongside the degree.

Does this lead into an MBA?

Yes. The Bachelor's is a standard feeder qualification for postgraduate study — including an MBA at HICL or elsewhere.

How long is the degree?

Three years full-time. Part-time and online students often complete in 3.5–5 years.

Is the degree internationally recognised?

Yes. As a UK-issued bachelor's degree, it's recognised globally.

How much does it cost?

Fees vary by mode and intake. Click Enrol Now or contact admissions for current fees.

Bachelor of Business Management — London | HICL | Harold International College of London

Bachelor of Business Management at HICL

The Bachelor of Business Management is a three-year UK undergraduate degree focused on the human and operational side of running businesses. It overlaps with the BBA but tilts more toward leadership, team operations, organisational behaviour and the people-related disciplines — making it the right degree if your career instinct is "I want to lead teams and run things" rather than "I want to be a generalist."

It's a less obvious choice than the BBA but a very deliberate one. People who choose Business Management over Business Administration tend to be drawn to operations leadership, HR-adjacent careers, retail and hospitality management, or running their own businesses where managing people is the core challenge.

Who This Degree Is For

School leavers drawn to leadership rather than analysis.
Working supervisors and team leads upgrading to a full bachelor's degree.
Family-business successors who will primarily lead teams.
People moving into operational management in retail, hospitality, logistics or services.

Career Pathways

Graduates commonly move into Assistant Manager and Trainee Manager positions in retail, hospitality, logistics and operations-heavy industries. The degree also opens doors to HR Coordinator and Junior People Analyst roles. Over 5–10 years, the typical progression is to Department Manager, Operations Manager and General Manager-level positions.

How the Programme Is Delivered

The Bachelor of Business Management is offered on-campus in London, online and via distance learning. Three years full-time is standard. Module structure is confirmed at enrolment.

Entry Requirements

Completion of secondary school to A-level standard (or international equivalent).
Minimum age 17.
IELTS 5.5–6.0 or equivalent for non-native English speakers.