Bachelor (Hons) in Business Administration

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

ICBS Business College

Program Overview

The Bachelor (Hons) in Business Administration at ICBS Business College is a three-year, full-time program taught entirely in English, designed to build strong theoretical foundations with practical skills for entrepreneurial managers in today's dynamic business world. It's perfect for ambitious high school graduates aged 18+ who want to master how businesses operate, innovate, and succeed sustainably—whether aiming for startups, corporations, or non-profits—and it kicks off early October with applications due by September 30.

ICBS Thessaloniki Business College, Proxenou Koromila 37–39, 54622 Thessaloniki, Greece.

Curriculum Structure


Year 1 lays the groundwork by immersing you in essential business principles, starting with Management Skills, where you'll explore the roles, functions, and techniques managers use to lead effectively and connect organizational aspects. You'll also dive into Business Management, building frameworks to analyze operations, policies, and communication for real-world decision-making, alongside Business Finance to grasp time value of money, markets, shares, bonds, and financial planning for profitability. This year sets you up with a solid base to think like a business pro from day one.

Year 2 ramps up with operational expertise, featuring Operations Management, which covers everything from design and capacity control to inventory, supply chains, quality, and globalization—key for any business from manufacturing to services. You'll apply these alongside advanced management and finance concepts, honing skills to tackle complex organizational challenges and drive efficiency in competitive environments.

Year 3 focuses on strategic integration, synthesizing prior knowledge into innovative leadership, with emphasis on contemporary issues like sustainability and digital adaptation to prepare you for high-level roles. Courses build on operations, finance, and management to foster entrepreneurial thinking, culminating in a capstone that equips you to launch ventures or lead in global firms.

Focus areas: Core business techniques, entrepreneurial innovation, sustainable operations, financial structuring, and global management challenges.

Learning outcomes: Develop awareness of business integration and success factors; master management roles, operations, finance, and communication; gain skills for entrepreneurial, innovative careers in profit or non-profit sectors.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Awarded as a UK-aligned BA (Hons) degree with 360 ECTS credits (15 per module), meeting European standards for business management careers like executive roles, consulting, or entrepreneurship; progression pathways to postgraduate studies like DMS or MBA at ICBS.

Reputation (employability rankings): ICBS graduates excel in roles such as business executives, organization consultants, senior managers, and autonomous entrepreneurs, with the program praised for its relevance to real-world demands and strong career preparation in management and operations.

 

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At ICBS Business College, our Bachelor (Hons) in Business Administration program puts real-world experience front and center, so you're not just studying theory—you're building skills employers actually want. You'll dive into practical projects using industry-standard tools right from your first year, with access to our state-of-the-art facilities designed specifically for business students. This hands-on approach helps you develop leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities through everything from simulations to live business challenges.

 

Here's how our experiential learning comes to life in the program:
- Industry-Standard Software: Hands-on training with tools like SAP ERP, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Power BI for data analysis, financial modeling, and business intelligence—integrated into modules like Business Analytics and Accounting.
- Group Projects and Simulations: Collaborative team projects in subjects like Strategic Management and Marketing, including business plan competitions and virtual enterprise simulations using our dedicated computer labs.
- Internships and Industry Placements: Guaranteed 12-week internships with partners like KPMG, Deloitte, and local SMEs through our Career Services Center, plus optional summer placements abroad via our global network.
- Field Trips and Guest Lectures: Regular visits to companies like Unilever and HSBC in Colombo, plus workshops with CEOs and industry experts from the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
- Digital Tools and Labs: Access to our Business Innovation Lab equipped with Bloomberg Terminals for real-time market data, plus collaborative platforms like Moodle and Zoom for virtual case studies.
- Research and Specialized Facilities: Dedicated Business Research Lab for capstone projects, with resources from our on-campus library housing 50,000+ volumes and digital databases like EBSCO and JSTOR tailored for business research.
- Institute Partnerships: Ties with the ICBS Institute for Entrepreneurship for startup incubators and pitch events, plus access to the Center for Business Excellence for advanced certifications.

 

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor (Hons) in Business Administration at ICBS Business College develop strong analytical, leadership, and strategic decision-making skills that prepare them for careers across a wide range of industries. The program combines academic knowledge with practical business experience, enabling graduates to confidently enter the global job market or continue their studies. Typical career paths include Business Development Executive, Marketing Manager, Financial Analyst, and Human Resources Officer.

Additionally:

  • Career Services : Students benefit from the college's Career Office, which provides career guidance, CV and interview preparation, internship opportunities, employer networking events, and job placement support to enhance graduate employability.
  • Employment Statistics : ICBS Business College does not officially publish graduate employment rates or average salary figures for this program.
  • Industry Partnerships : The college collaborates with a wide network of businesses and organizations through internships, company projects, guest lectures, and employer engagement activities, helping students gain valuable industry experience before graduation.
  • Accreditation Value : The degree is awarded in partnership with the University of Winchester (UK), providing graduates with an internationally recognized British honours degree that supports employment and postgraduate study opportunities worldwide.
  • Graduation Outcomes : Graduates leave with practical business knowledge, leadership capabilities, and problem-solving skills that enable them to work in private companies, multinational corporations, family businesses, entrepreneurial ventures, and public sector organizations.

Further Academic Progression : Graduates can continue their education by pursuing postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA, MSc in Management, MSc in Marketing, MSc in Finance, MSc in Human Resource Management, or other specialized master's degrees offered by universities in Greece, the United Kingdom, and internationally.

Program Key Stats

Oct Intake : 30th Sep


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Eligibility Criteria

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28 - 30
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Additional Information & Requirements

Country Requirements

Career Options

  • Business Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Financial Analyst
  • Business Development Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Management Consultant
  • Entrepreneur

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