Global Business Management (Top-Up) BA Welcome Pack
Welcome to BA Global Business Management (Top-Up) – January 2026.
This course instils a global outlook on contemporary business management and equips you for a business world facing increasing global competition, economic uncertainties, and changing markets. You will acquire new perspectives that intertwine the fields of strategy, management and global business with leadership and cross-cultural management.
Through the development of academic and practical skills, you will be able to evaluate contemporary business and management concepts and apply them to a range of real-world contexts, with strong focus throughout on developing digital capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit. Graduates of this programme will be analytical and innovative thinkers who value responsible business practices and are equipped to work in a range of business environments or continue to postgraduate study.
The course team and extended support teams will be guiding you achieve your personal and professional development goals throughout your learning journey with the University of Northampton.
Your Course Leader

Dr Carmen Horvat
Lecturer in Business Management
carmen.horvat@northampton.ac.uk
Welcome and Induction sessions
We want to make sure that you feel welcome, and completely prepared for your studies. Induction sessions are a great chance to start to get to know some of our team and ask any questions you may have.
This is your induction timetable with in-person sessions starting on Tuesday, 13 January 2026. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Dr Carmen Horvat: carmen.horvat@northampton.ac.uk.
The details of your programme-specific experience are as follows:
Tuesday 13 January
Session: Induction session
- Time: 1 – 2pm (GMT)
- Location: The Leathersellers Hide, 4th Floor, Learning Hub