Northumbria University business degree pathway

Northumbria University

Build your future with a globally recognised business degree.

Build Your Future with Business.

A flexible UK business degree pathway that starts at BAC and progresses to Northumbria University.

Programme Key Facts

  • 3 Years

    Duration

  • Northumbria University

    Awarded By

  • UK Transfer Degree Programme (Business)

    Pathway

  • Full Time / Part Time

    Study Mode

  • January, April, July & September

    Intakes

  • Coursework & Exams

    Assessments

  • R/345/6/0262(FA2072)11/27

    Accreditation

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Future Careers

Turn business ambition into global opportunity.

The programme develops business knowledge, leadership, decision-making and adaptability across industries.

Possible Career Directions

  • Business Development Executive

  • Marketing Executive / Brand Strategist

  • Human Resource Executive

  • Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator

  • Accounting & Finance Executive

  • Banking & Finance Professional

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

  • Students need business degrees that connect academic knowledge with employability.
  • BAC allows students to begin in Malaysia before progressing to Northumbria University.
  • Northumbria is recognised for employer reputation, graduate outcomes and business start-ups.
  • Students can choose broad or specialist business awards.

The Education

Students study core business subjects before progressing to Northumbria University.

  • Management, marketing, economics and business statistics.
  • Accounting, analytics, HR and organisational behaviour.
  • Digital transformation, digital strategy and digital marketing.
  • Finance, entrepreneurship, project management and strategic management.

The Northumbria Business Advantage

A Malaysian start with UK business school progression and career-focused learning.

Students building business knowledge through the BAC and Northumbria University pathway

Course Modules

A flexible UK business degree pathway with a strong Malaysian start.

  • Principles of Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Economics
  • Business Statistics
  • HR
  • Business Accounting
  • Business Analytics
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Digital Transformation
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The Business Pathway Experience

Built around business foundations, specialist choice and international progression.

How Students Learn

  • Start with Business Foundations

    Start with business foundations at BAC.

  • Build Practical Business Skills

    Build practical decision-making, teamwork and leadership skills.

  • Choose Specialist Directions

    Choose specialist directions such as finance, marketing, HR or logistics.

  • Progress Internationally

    Progress internationally to Northumbria University.

  • Speak to an Advisor

    Speak to an advisor for entry and pathway guidance.

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Industry Partners

Connect with the legal profession from day one.

Your legal education at BAC goes beyond the classroom. Through our strong connections with leading law firms, professional bodies and the Inns of Court Malaysia, you gain valuable exposure to the people, institutions and networks shaping the legal profession.

These partnerships help you better understand legal practice, explore different career pathways, and develop the professional confidence to take your next step.

Industry Partners

  • Thomas Philip Advocates & Solicitors
  • Lavania & Balan Chambers
  • Messrs. Jamie Wong
  • Alvin John & Partners
  • Shearn Delamore & Co.
  • Richard Wee Chambers
  • Daljit Singh Partnership
  • Chooi & Company
  • Cheang & Ariff
  • Messrs. Farez Jinnah
  • Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
  • Zul Rafique & Partners
  • Izral Partnership
  • Messrs. Kuek, Ong & Associates
  • Mah-Kamariyah & Philip Koh
  • Haeme Lew Advocates & Solicitors
  • Halim Hong & Quek
  • Vilasiny Gan & Co
  • Tan Norizan & Associates
  • Belden Advocates & Solicitors
  • C.Y. Ng & Barry
  • Low & Partners
  • Malek, Gan & Partners
  • Zaid Ibrahim & Co.
  • Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership
  • Raj, Ong & Yudistra
  • Raja, Darryl & Loh
  • MahWengKwai & Associates
  • Rahmat Lim & Partners
  • WongPartnership LLP
  • Baskaran Law
  • Shook Lin & Bok
  • Lee & Poh Partnership
  • Jeeva Partnership
  • Arief & Iskandar
  • K.H. Ong & Ng
  • Azmi & Associates
  • Skrine
  • Adnan Sundra & Low
  • LAW Partnership
  • Gan Partnership
  • Christopher & Lee Ong
  • Wong & Partners
  • Albar & Partners
  • Othman Hashim & Co
  • Kadir Andri & Partners
  • Jeff Leong, Poon & Wong
  • Wong Boon & Toh
  • Teng, Sheng & Fatima
  • Abdullah Chan & Co
  • Teh & Partners
  • Nazmi Zaini Chambers
  • Inns of Court Malaysia
  • Great Eastern Sdn Bhd
  • SLB
  • UN Global Compact Network Malaysia, Brunei & Cambodia
  • Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA)
  • The Malaysian Institute of Arbitrators (MIArb)
  • TrialSim
  • LexisNexis
  • WestLaw
  • Coursera for Campus
  • CLJ Law

Earn Microcredentials from the World's Best Universities & Global Tech Giants

  • IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate
  • Google IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
5

Career Outcomes

A business degree that opens doors across industries.

6

Student Experience

Choose a business pathway that combines BAC’s academic foundation with Northumbria University’s career-focused business school experience.

  • Newcastle Business School

    Globally recognised business school environment.

  • Modern Learning Environment

    Lecture theatres, IT labs, social spaces and corporate hub.

  • Award-Winning Student City

    Newcastle upon Tyne student experience.

  • Graduate Employability

    Strong professional employment indicators.

  • Entrepreneurial Edge

    Recognised for graduate business start-ups.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following:

  • 5 Credits in SPM, IGCSE or equivalent, including English; and
  • Foundation in Business; or
  • 2 A-Level Passes or 2 STPM Principals or equivalent; or
  • A recognised Diploma.

Note: Students should contact BAC for confirmation of entry and transfer requirements.

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Fees & Financing

Malaysian Students

  • Year 1: RM20,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 2: RM20,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 3: As per Northumbria University

International Students

  • Year 1: RM20,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 2: RM20,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 3: As per Northumbria University

Students should contact BAC for the latest financing, payment plan and international fee guidance.