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This rigorous and comprehensive course, accredited by the Chartered Insurance Institute, offers the application of economic theory to the management of the global firm.

You will conduct a wide-ranging economic analysis of a company, its international structure, markets, competitors and external economic environment. The economic approach to business is complemented by a choice of management studies modules covering the latest thinking in a range of subjects such as strategy and marketing.

Key facts

• This course is accredited by the Chartered Insurance Institute
• One of the UK's leading centres for management education, part of an elite group of global EQUIS accredited business schools
• Development and employability programmes that bring you closer to top employers, including Deloitte, HSBC, PwC and Unilever
• Opportunities to study abroad at the University's campuses in China or Malaysia or in locations such as Australia, China and Europe

A levels: AAB excluding general studies, critical thinking, and citizenship studies
GCSEs: GCSE maths, 6 (B) or above, and English, 5 (B) or above

English language requirements

IELTS: 7.0 (no less than 6.0 in any element)

For details of other English language tests and qualifications we accept, please see our entry requirements page.

If you require additional support to take your language skills to the required level, you may be able to attend a presessional course at the Centre for English Language Education, which is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.

Students who successfully complete the presessional course to the required level can progress onto their chosen degree course without retaking IELTS or equivalent.

International applicants

For country-specific information including entry requirements, contact details and representatives, see our website. If you need a visa to study, the University can provide all the information and advice you need.

Mature students

At the University of Nottingham we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information in our guide for mature students.

Alternative qualifications

Our admission process recognises that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and may have followed various educational pathways. Please view the alternative qualifications page for details.

Flexible admissions policy

In recognition of our applicants’ varied experience and educational pathways, the University of Nottingham employs a flexible admissions policy. We may make some applicants an offer lower than advertised, depending on their personal and educational circumstances. Please see the University’s admissions policies and procedures for more information.

Notes for applicants

The school does not normally interview candidates; our offers are made on the basis of the information contained in your UCAS application. We welcome applications from mature candidates and consider academic and professional backgrounds on an individual basis. We also consider other qualifications in addition to those listed above.

Please note we do not accept entry, or transfer from another university, into year two or above on any of our undergraduate degrees.

Study abroad

On this course, you can apply to spend all or part of your second year studying abroad at the University's campuses in China or Malaysia, or to take a semester at one of our partner institutions in locations such as Australia, China and Europe.

You will get the opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your employability by experiencing another culture. You can choose to study similar modules to your counterparts back in Nottingham or expand your knowledge by taking other options.

Teaching is typically in English; however, there may be opportunities to study in another language if you are sufficiently fluent.