BA (Hons) in Business Administration
De Montfort University and Niels Brock offer this one-year top-up BA (Hons) in Business Administration which qualifies graduates for demanding international business careers and master programmes.
The BA (Hons) in Business Administration is offered in partnership with De Montfort University and has 3 specialisation streams: Finance, Marketing & Strategy and Management.
Streams will only be available if there is sufficient demand in terms of the number of applicants on a particular stream. This means that certain streams may not be offered. Applicants will be informed of this immediately upon the deadline of application.
Why a Top-Up BA?
- Live, work and study in Copenhagen, Denmark
- Top-up your two-year degree with a UK-accredited programme
- Kickstart your global career with an accredited BA degree
- Choose between 3 streams: Marketing, Strategy & Management and Finance
- Study at Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College, Denmark's oldest business college
De Montfort University and Niels Brock offer three specialisation streams for the BA (Hons) in Business Administration programme to top-up two-year higher education degrees or diplomas. The three majors/streams are Finance, Marketing and Strategy & Management. The chosen stream can be studied as a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme qualifying for demanding international business careers and Master programmes.
The availability of streams is dependent on student numbers. A minimum of 10 students are required to run a particular stream.
Application deadline
SEPTEMBER START:
Early admission deadline: To be announced (2025)
Regular admission deadline: TBD
(We do not offer a January intake on this program)
Practical Information
The BA (Hons) Top-Up in Business Administration programme is a graduate level 6 course in accordance with the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ).
De Montfort University programmes and partnerships are quality assured by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
To comply with Danish regulations on the provision of Higher Education programmes aimed at international students, approval has been obtained from the Danish Evaluation Institute (EVA).
Please note
The DMU programmes offered at Niels Brock are regularly evaluated by The Danish Evaluation Institute (EVA). The EVA approvals have a validity of three years and have a direct impact on the issuing of student visas by the Danish Immigration Authorities. Student visas cannot be issued beyond the validity period of the EVA approvals.
Student visas may not cover the full period of study in the years where individual DMU programmes are being re-evaluated by EVA. Therefore, students must apply for a visa extension covering the period of study exceeding the current EVA approval.
Please note that the Danish Immigration Authorities will charge the standard processing fee for the visa extension and that family reunification visas will also have to be extended.
Niels Brock will provide all supplementary documentation free of charge, but does not fund any visa processing fees charge but by the Danish Immigration Authorities.
Future EVA evaluations:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) April 2026
- BA (Hons) in Business Administration May 2026
- BA (Hons) in Business Management April 2025
- BSc (Hons) in Computer Science April 2025
For further information regarding visa extensions, please visit New to Denmark or contact the Danish Immigration Authorities directly.
GENERAL CLASS STRUCTURE
Classes will take place on weekdays between 14:00 and 20:45.
Please note that in addition to the modules scheduled, students are required to attend academic workshop sessions during the year. These will also be timetabled in advance.
UMS
Please note that timetables may change. Current students should always consult their personalised electronic timetable in UMS.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
If you study the programme part-time over 2 years, you will study the core modules during your first year and the stream modules during your second year.
Academic Calendar
Mandatory core books and texts are included in the fee and will be delivered to you during induction before the course begins. Additional literature may appear from the module guides you will receive at the beginning of your course.
The reading list for BA (Hons) in Business Administration is available here.
As a graduate of the BA (Hons) in Business Administration, and depending on your stream, you would be qualified for jobs within:
- sales management
- account management
- marketing management
- market analysis
- financial analysis
- accountancy
- office administration
- business development
- team leadership
As a graduate of the BA (Hons) Business Administration, you may continue into postgraduate studies at institutions which recognize a British BA degree and within fields naturally linked to your specialization/stream.
Danish AP Degree in Financial Management, or
Danish AP Degree in Marketing Management, or
Equivalent Danish or overseas qualifications, and
Proof of English language proficiency:
- IELTS Academic: overall score of at least 6.0, with no more than one band with 5.5, and no score below 5.5
- PTE Academic: overall score at least 52, with no more than one band below 52, and no score below 48
- TOEFL (internet-based): overall score of at least 80, with no more than one band below 20, and no band below 15
- We do accept home editions from the three tests above and tests may not be more than two years old
- Applicants with citizenship from the USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada do not need to show proof of language proficiency
- Applicants coming from some African countries may be exempt from providing an English test when they meet certain criteria
Letter of Motivation
Relevant work experience is a requirement for any applicant who has a study gap of more than 2 years. The motivational letter should be a maximum of one page and focus on personal experience rather than basic personal or academic information.
Passport (must be valid for the duration of your studies)
Please note that your academic background/field of study must match the chosen stream. If your academic background contains both management and marketing modules, for example, the chosen stream should be based on the core subject area of your academic background/field of study.
The online application form should be submitted in accordance with the deadlines above. Early submission is recommended.
Admission decisions will be announced no later than 4 weeks after the application deadline.
NOTE: Once an applicant has been accepted into the program, the full tuition payment needs to be made immediately after receiving the letter of acceptance in accordance with the date stated
If the applicant is accepted into the programme, a letter of acceptance including payment details will be sent to the email address provided in the application form.
Within 10 days of having received the payment, Niels Brock will send a signed ST1 residence permit application form by email, allowing the applicant to begin the visa application process. Part-time students will not receive an ST1 form.
APPLICATION FORMS
We only accept online applications. Please be very careful to click the link that matches your intended intake and duration of studies. Also, note that you can only study part-time if you are a Danish/EU citizen or have obtained permanent residency in Denmark.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information regarding application and admission, please contact our admission team by sending an email to admissisions@nielsbrock.dk
The total tuition fee is DKK 92,000. Read more.
Please note that fees and deadlines may vary between different intakes.
Are you passionate about pursuing higher education and achieving your career goals? Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College is pleased to announce our Academic Scholarship Program for outstanding applicants.
Scholarship Details:
- Scholarship Amount: Our academic scholarship offers a fee reduction to selected students of DKK10,000.
- Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must demonstrate exceptional academic performance, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to their chosen field of study.
How to Apply:
- Submit Your Application: Complete the regular admission process for Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College
- Write a Motivation Letter: As part of your application, we encourage you to outline why you should be granted the scholarship in your motivation letter. This letter is your opportunity to showcase your passion, goals, and dedication.
- Motivation Letter Guidelines:
- Introduction: Briefly introduce yourself and express your interest in both studying at Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College and the scholarship.
- Academic Excellence: Highlight your academic achievements, including relevant coursework, grades, and any honors or awards.
- Career Aspirations: Explain how your studies and this scholarship will contribute to your educational and career journey.
- Why You Deserve It: Articulate why you are a deserving candidate. What sets you apart? How will you make a positive impact?
- Commitment to Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College Connect your aspirations with our college’s mission and values.
- Submit Your Motivation Letter: Upload your motivation letter together with your other documents through our online application portal.
If a scholarship is granted, it will be automatically reduced from your invoice.
For further information, please contact the NBCBC administration at international@brock.dk
WHEN IS THE START OF THE NEXT COURSE?
This course starts in September every year.
WHAT IS THE ADMISSION PROCEDURE?
The online application form should be submitted by the deadlines provided in the Application Requirements section. As interest is high, early submission is recommended. Admission decisions are typically made within 6 weeks after all the application materials have been received. If the applicant is accepted into the programme, a letter of acceptance including payment details will be sent to the email address provided in the application form. Within one week of having received the payment, Niels Brock will send a signed ST1 residence permit application form by email, allowing the applicant to begin the visa application process. For more information, visit our Application Requirements section.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Please visit our Fees and Payment section.
CAN I GET A SCHOLARSHIP?
International students have the possibility to apply for scholarships to reduce their second semester fee. For more information, visit our Academic Scholarships sections above.
WHEN ARE LESSONS HELD?
Classes will take place on weekdays between 14:00 and 20:45.
For more information, visit our Timetable and Academic Calendars section.
WHO ARE THE TUTORS?
Tutors are English-speaking Niels Brock professional higher education lecturers and instructors from Danish and international business industries, all approved by De Montfort University. For more information, visit our faculty page.
HOW IS THE INSTRUCTION ORGANISED?
Instruction is based on a combination of lectures, workshops and cases reflecting academic models and international business practice.
IS ATTENDANCE OBLIGATORY?
Yes. Attendance is obligatory and will be monitored closely. In case of long-term absence (more than three consecutive days), students must contact the Programme Manager.
HOW MANY EXAMS ARE HELD?
Student performance is assessed on a combination of module coursework and end-of-module exams. Most exams consist of a two or three closed-book written test.
WHERE AND WHEN IS GRADUATION?
A formal British university ceremony will be held in the presence of representatives of De Montfort University and honoured guests in Copenhagen. The graduation ceremony normally takes place in August.
WHAT FURTHER OPPORTUNITIES DOES THE BA DEGREE OFFER?
The course provides key qualifications for finance/marketing and managerial posts in international business as well as a range of international master's degree programmes. For more information, visit our Jobs and Master's section.
WHAT IS NIELS BROCK'S POLICY ON RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION?
Niels Brock is based on secular and democratic values. This means that behaviour and attire, which includes religious and undemocratic messages, are not accepted. This includes attire that covers whole or part of the face. This would not be compatible with the school principles for the implementation of education.
For information regarding our agent network or becoming an agent, please visit our Overseas Representatives page
Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College is committed to creating a genuinely international experience for students studying in Denmark.
Here is an overview of the BA Hons programme structure.
If you have a disability, we encourage you to declare this on your application. A disability could include, but is not limited to, a medical condition (such as sickle cell anaemia, diabetes, epilepsy, cancer, Crohn’s disease or chronic fatigue syndrome), mental health condition, visual or hearing impairment, autistic spectrum condition or a condition affecting your mobility.
If you choose to disclose your disability on your application, then our student affairs coordinators will contact you to ask for more information about your condition once you have made Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College your firm choice.
If you have not disclosed your disability on your application, then you can contact the student affairs coordinators separately to discuss the support that you could potentially access at Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College. To do this, you can email ssu@nielsbrock.dk.
We appreciate that you might not have received any support at school or college. However, as higher education is a different environment it is important to discuss what support you might require during your time at Niels Brock
The student affairs coordinators will ask about your disability-related needs and any reasonable adjustments that you may need while studying at Niels Brock. If appropriate, they may invite you for a student support meeting to discuss this in more detail.
Testimonial
BA (Hons) Business Administration, Dania Vandborg - Sweden, Marketing Stream, 2020-21
First of all, Niels Brock should not only pride itself from the internationalisation perspective, solely on the diversity of its students from all over the world, it should also be mentioned that the staff are international as well! This has contributed to a more well-rounded experience, making the degree that I received more advanced than at other institutions. The lecturers did not only use the curriculum to teach from the books, they shared experiences from their previous jobs, from trends across news outlets, socials as well as new publications related to the courses. Second of all, the flexibility the institution had regarding my application, and the attention dedicated to ensuring I get the same opportunity as people who applied ahead of me. Niels Brock is an institution that encourages you to apply yourself, that gives you all the tools you need to expand your point of views and ways of thinking. All in all, I can proudly say, that the education I have received with the help of the incredible lecturers, staff and fellow students, has helped me secure jobs on both a national and international level.
Muhammad Farhad, Strategy Stream, 2021-22 – Bangladesh
After working and being away from study for a couple of years, I had to think cautiously about the program and institution of my choice. Fortunately, I found the BA (Hons) Business Administration (Top-up programme) in Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College, and I am delighted for making that decision. The BA (Hons) includes well rounded curriculum that both challenged and grew my knowledge in all aspects of the business field. My major stream Strategy Management provided an optimal mix of pragmatic methodologies. I enjoyed every bit of being part of this program. Niels Brock has a very wonderful faculty and all the tutors are very much caring and supportive. The year I spent here was amazing and has helped me a lot to grow both professionally and personally. The most exciting experience I found is that I was enjoying the high standard Danish lifestyle, while earning a UK degree. The institution has a very strong network of literature resources and a modern library. I owe Niels Brock so much and I am confident that those students who take their courses seriously, will be rewarded for the rest of their lives. I would like to personally thank each member of the Niels Brock staff who helped me along the way in completing my degree. You are proficient, prompt and your service is outstanding
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