Your International Business Course in the UK
Study Business and Prepare for University
Develop the knowledge, academic skills and business expertise you need to progress to university and prepare for a successful career in the global business environment. The International Business Course at Chichester College provides a strong foundation in business management, marketing, accounting, economics and leadership, alongside the English language and study skills required for higher education.
Designed for international students, this course combines academic preparation with practical business learning, helping you understand how organisations operate, make informed business decisions and develop the confidence to succeed in an increasingly competitive global marketplace.
Guaranteed Progression to the University of Chichester
Students who achieve a merit in the 12 graded units and a pass in the ungraded units will be offered a place on the University of Chichester business courses.
Key Information
- Duration: 1 year
- Start date: September 2027
- Location: Chichester College Campus, UK
- Qualification: OCN London Access to HE Diploma (Business Studies)
- Tuition fee: £9,000
Entry Requirements
- Age: You must be 18+ to be accepted onto the course.
- Qualifications: You will have completed secondary education in an appropriate range of subjects, including Maths.
- Application Process: Successful interview with a college officer.
- English Language Ability: UKVI SELT exam. IELTS score of 5.5 or over with no element lower than 5.5 (reading, writing, listening and speaking). Overall CEFR B2 Level from an approved test centre with no element below B2.
- Interview: Attend an online interview with our Director of Studies and give a ten-minute presentation on why you would like to be a part of this course.
International Business Course Features
This international business programme covers essential business subjects and transferable skills to support your academic progression and future career.
- Business Communication and Academic Study Skills: Develop effective communication, research, note-taking, essay writing and information management skills to prepare for university-level study.
- Business Management and Leadership: Learn about leadership, workplace motivation, time management and the principles of managing people and organisations.
- Business Mathematics and Financial Skills: Apply mathematical techniques to real-world business scenarios, develop problem-solving skills and build a foundation in accounting and financial analysis.
- Introduction to Business and Economics: Explore business structures, organisational objectives, economic principles, market structures and monetary policy.
- Marketing Strategy and Business Development: Understand market research, customer needs, competition and how to develop effective marketing strategies to promote products and services.
- Accounting and Financial Reporting: Learn fundamental accounting principles and how to prepare simple financial statements.
- Business Law, Compliance and Ethics: Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in operating a business and complying with relevant regulations.
- English Language Development: Improve your English language proficiency through developing, advanced and academic English skills for university and professional environments.
- Global Culture and Digital Society: Explore cultural awareness, international perspectives and the impact of digital technology on society and business.
- Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence: Discover how business information systems support organisations and gain an introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing role in the modern workplace.
- Higher Education Preparation: Build the independent learning, critical thinking and academic skills needed to prepare for further study.
Why Choose the International Business Course at Chichester College?
Dedicated International Student Support: Benefit from dedicated international student welfare support, English language assistance and a varied programme of enrichment activities. These opportunities help you settle into college life, meet other students and make the most of your UK study experience.
Study at an Award-Winning College Group: Study at Chichester College, part of Chichester College Group (CCG), and benefit from its teaching environment, student support services and facilities. The course offers an opportunity to develop your academic abilities while experiencing education in the UK.
Practical Business Learning: Connect business theory with real-world applications through business case studies, practical assignments and problem-solving activities. Develop a better understanding of how businesses operate, compete and respond to changing market conditions.
Small Class Sizes: With class sizes limited to 16 students, you can benefit from a focused learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration and individual academic development.
Future Business Leaders Colloquium: Enhance your learning through the optional Future Business Leaders Colloquium, a series of seminars and forums led by business professionals. Explore topics such as sustainability, innovation and career development while gaining industry insights and opportunities to expand your professional network.
Preparation for University Progression: Strengthen your academic English, research, writing and analytical skills to prepare for higher education. This course is designed to support progression to relevant university degree programmes in business, management and related subjects, subject to individual university entry requirements.
Course Delivery: Study in the UK
The course is delivered on campus at Chichester College in the UK, giving international students the opportunity to study in a supportive academic environment with access to college facilities, international student welfare services, English language support and enrichment activities.
As part of your studies, you will prepare and present a Final Major Project, demonstrating your ability to apply the knowledge and skills developed throughout the programme.
Course Assessment and Credits
This is a 60-credit course assessed through assignments, business reports, case study analysis, research projects and presentations, exams and in-class assessments. You will receive grades and detailed feedback to help you understand your progress, strengthen your academic performance and develop the skills needed for further study.
Assessment through coursework allows you to demonstrate your understanding of business concepts, apply academic knowledge and develop independent research and communication skills.
Detailed Course Content
Unit 1: Study and Communication Skills
Study and Communication Skills
- Learn how to find, understand, and use business information.
- Write structured business reports and essays.
- Improve reading, speaking, and listening skills for business.
- Learn how to manage business communication and information.
Unit 2: Finance and Accounting
Finance and Accounting
- Understand financial statements, balance sheets, and profit/loss accounts.
- Learn basic accounting principles, including bookkeeping and budgeting.
Unit 3: Business Management and Strategy
Business Management and Strategy
- Learn about human resources, leadership, and business decision-making.
- Study how different businesses are structured and managed.
Unit 4: Economics, Marketing & Market Research
Economics, Marketing & Market Research
- Understand basic economics, market research, and marketing strategies.
- Learn about digital marketing and business competition.
Unit 5: Business Mathematics and Analytical Skills
Business Mathematics and Analytical Skills
- Use statistics for business decisions and predictions.
- Learn business arithmetic, percentages, and financial analysis.
- Understand how to present business data using charts and graphs
Business Leadership Seminars
These seminars are free for all students.
Sustainability & Enterprise Challenge
The S&E Team Challenge
‘The Apprentice’ for inspiring ideas. Students from different commercial disciplines work in teams to produce ideas on how to create a more sustainable brand, eventually pitching their idea to a panel of business professionals, who select their “Big Three” favourites from which a winner is chosen. These ideas can be incorporated into the business professionals’ own sustainability strategies.
Eco-Conference
Meet face-to-face with local and national sustainability champions.
CCG uses its extensive business network to host keynote speakers and representatives from national and local businesses. The Eco-Conference’s workshop format allows students to explore the numerous sustainable opportunities in a diverse range of industries, including travel, accounting, and construction, showing them how they can make an environmental impact, whatever career path they choose.
Speaker Summit
Panels of local business leaders from national and regional businesses, taken from CCG’s 30-year network, open themselves up to questions from students in a lively, interactive session. Chaired by the Student President & taking place in the college’s own theatre, the session opens with a brief overview of each company, then you have the chance to question the leaders. Students then network with the panel members, individually offering invaluable insights into the diverse openings available to them and helping build confidence in exploring their future career.
Innovation & Enterprise Event
What is innovation & how is it created?
Discover the steps involved in the innovation process, supported by real-life case studies and how to thrive in innovative business environments, learning the essential business skills. importance in today's world and the essential skills required to thrive in innovative environments. Students are required to work in teams to tackle a given problem and present their innovative solutions. Delivered by an experienced entrepreneur and inventor, invaluable insights and guidance give you the cutting edge.
Recruitment & Selection Simulation
Knowing who and how to select the best is essential in building a team.
A series of recruitment workshops involving interviews and mock candidate selection tasks aimed at giving students an insight into leading and current recruitment practices. Held during National Careers Week and using their extensive resources, providing insight to job roles and types that exist globally.
Skill up, Stand out!
Find your dream job - hone your essential ‘soft skills’, communication and teamwork, CV writing and interview skills.
Participation in these workshops sees students gain valuable insight and information into the many pathways to employment available from a range of employers representing various industries.
Leadership in Action
Beskpoke Event for L3 IBP
A bespoke international event for L3 IBP to design and lead as either a discrete group activity or to “host” as an international enterprise, inviting participation from students across the College/Group.
Career Opportunities and Further Study
An international business qualification can provide a foundation for further study and future opportunities in areas such as:
- Business Management
- International Business
- Finance & Accounting
- Marketing & Digital Strategy
- Economics & Business Analytics
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The programme is particularly suitable for students who want to build a foundation in business before progressing to university-level study. Progression opportunities depend on the receiving institution's admissions criteria, your academic results and English language requirements.
Who Is This Course For?
- International students who want to study business at university level
- Mature learners who need a qualification to enter university
- Students who want to improve their academic and business skills
- Anyone interested in finance, management, and marketing
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships of £2,250 per student will be awarded based on the interview and the student’s academic results.
We welcome students from around the world.
Every year, we welcome students from countries worldwide, such as Holland, Vietnam, China, Japan, the Gulf States, and even the Falkland Islands. If you have particular needs or require help determining whether this is the best course for you, please speak to our admissions team.
