Bachelor Business Management

The Bachelor in Business Management at the ECBM is a part-time programme which has been designed to meet the needs of young professionals willing to pursue an academic education whilst getting started with their career.

The programme has a spring and winter intake every year. Lectures take place during weekend seminars in Germany or London. The language of instruction is English.

The course leads to the internationally recognised and in Europe accredited academic degree: 'Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management'.

The programme is delivered in part-time and therefore ideal for working professionals.

You can also complete the subsequent Master's programme at the ECBM:

MSc in International Business and Management

  • Programme Delivery
  • Modules
  • Entry Requirements
  • Work and Study
  • Graduates

Programme Delivery

The unique mix of different learning styles, called Blended Learning, is a modern form of teaching that combines e-learning, self-study and intensive in-class teaching seminars, aimed at professionals with limited time. The block seminars are learning opportunities that use case studies, group interaction, business simulations and lively discussions.

The programme takes place on weekend seminars in Germany or London and allows students to continue their career whilst studying.

The content is delivered on 9-11 teaching weekends. In total the programme lasts 12-24 months.

Modules

  • Applied Management
  • Business Strategy
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Business Ethics and Sustainability
  • Research: Principles and Practice
  • Management Project

Entry Requirements

The programme is suitable for applicants with a qualification as ‘Fremdsprachenkorrespondent/in’ in English, ‘Europasekretär/in’, ‘Wirtschaftskorrespondent/in’ or equivalent as well as ´kaufmännische Ausbildungen`, but who do not yet have higher level qualifications.

A good level of proficiency in the English language is required as the entire programme is delivered in English.

Work and Study

The unique mix of different learning styles, called Blended Learning, is a modern form of teaching that combines e-learning, self-study and intensive in-class teaching seminars, aimed at professionals with limited time. The block seminars are learning opportunities that use case studies, group interaction and discussions.

As a student on the programme you will have access to our student platform at any place and time. Even when you are away you can access the teaching material, get in touch with tutors as well as your fellow students about group work and study questions.

In addition to the teaching material, supplied via our student platform prior to any teaching session, every participant receives access to electronic journal services with a broad range of relevant literature.

Graduates

"The possibility to study part-time abroad and continue with full-time work offers you the chance to directly implement the things you’ve learned. This provides you a good mix of practical and theoretical experiences. I am very thankful for this experience, which helped me broaden my mindset."


Merve Görgülü, BA (Hons) Business Studies
Executive Assistant for Mercedes-Benz Truck Sales Europe&Overseas, Daimler AG  

Meet more of our Bachelor graduates here!

Key Facts

Next Intake: Spring and/or Autumn
Study Duration: 12-24 months part-time
Teaching Locations: Germany and/or London

Programme Delivery: 9-12 teaching weekends (Fri-Sun)
Credit Points: 180 ECTS

International

The ECBM provides complete administration and tuition of the programme in full agreement with the University of South Wales (USW), which awards the BA (Hons) degree. The ECBM is a collaborative partner of the University of South Wales.


The successful completion of this top-up bachelor programme gives graduates the opportunity to progress to Masters studies.

 

Application

The admission process starts upon your submission of the online application form along with the supporting documents, such as your resume, employment/ internship references, diplomas and certificates.

We review and respond to applications within a couple of days of receipt. You will then be contacted to schedule an interview. The interview examines the data provided in the application and supporting documents, tests your level of English and evaluates whether your profile will meet the demands of the programme.

ECBM Network

Students can join the ECBM Global Alumni Network!

Our graduates are professionals, consultants or managers in business, with impressive achievements in their field of work. Our network provides the opportunity to keep in touch, build business contacts and gain added value from being in a network of fellow business professionals.

Get more information about our graduates and our alumni network:

ECBM Alumni