LET S MAKE SOMETHING GREAT TOGETHER

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1 MAKE IT. HERE.

2 Are you persistent? Unafraid? A true risk-taker? Then what are you waiting for? Roll up your sleeves, dig in deep, and make it here. At the School of Business + Entrepreneurship (SBE), we know that the entrepreneurial spirit can t be taught; LET S MAKE SOMETHING GREAT TOGETHER it s something that s already inside you. Here, you ll unleash that hidden talent and realise your potential. We re looking for bright, big-thinking types with bold ideas and a passion to create. Do you have what it takes to make it at SBE? Let s make something great together.

3 A DIFFERENT KIND OF LEARNING A DIFFERENT KIND OF LEARNING DON T FIT IN. STAND OUT. DARE TO DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY Looking for a degree rooted in spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations? You won t find that here. This is real-life, applied learning that encourages you to fix, invent, modify, and make. Our three-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme in Business and Entrepreneurship, awarded by Bath Spa University, helps you build a solid foundation in business management, while you pursue your entrepreneurial aspirations in one of four specialisms. HELLO, REAL WORLD At SBE, you will master the art of entrepreneurship while you learn how to make any business a brand. Our connection with the Bath School of Art and Design and our location in the Bath/Bristol hub of creative and technical innovation means you re always surrounded by a community of like-minded designers, developers, and innovators who aren t afraid to take risks or push limits. ENTREPRENEURSHIP. IT S ABOUT HAVING AN IDEA SO GREAT, SO EXTRAORDINARY, THAT NO ONE BELIEVES IT CAN HAPPEN. UNTIL YOU PROVE THEM WRONG. AT THE CORE During your first year at SBE, you ll develop and hone the skills needed to be successful in business. It s also a time to get your hands dirty and find out what inspires you. As part of your core curriculum, you ll delve into topics such as building a sustainable enterprise, global sourcing, cultural engagement, branding, and developing effective leadership skills. 02

4 THE SETTING BATH & BRISTOL We re part of something really, really great. ENGLAND LONDON BATH An amazing place to learn. SBE is located about 90 minutes west of London in the charming countryside of Bath. There s history here with our Roman Baths and some of the country s most stunning architecture. But don t think for a minute that we re not cutting edge. Our city is a centre of innovation with a vibrant business community that supports the entrepreneurial spirit. Bath, along with our neighbour city Bristol, is spawning a new generation of tech companies, incubators, and makerspaces that invite entrepreneurs to fix, invent, modify, and make. SBE is the newest global venture within Bath Spa University, a leading institution for creativity, culture, and enterprise in the UK. Bath Spa has one of the highest graduation rates of any modern university in England, and its combination of top-notch academics and supportive community makes it one of the top 20 UK universities for overall satisfaction. Ask any graduate and they ll tell you: Bath Spa alumni possess the ambition, drive and focus to succeed in a globally connected world. UNITED KINGDOM 7 hrs to NYC Bristol Heathrow LONDON BATH It s all happening here. SBE is nestled in the M4 Corridor (also known as the UK s Silicon Valley ), which is home to a large number of tech giants such as Microsoft, Cisco, and Vodafone. Bath Spa University is one of the founder members of the Business Lounge at The Engine Shed, a bustling hub of innovation activity located in Bristol where you can collaborate, network, get inspired, to be mentored by entrepreneurs and innovation leaders. The Engine Shed s mission is to boost economic growth by supporting business, inspiring young entrepreneurs, and showcasing exciting opportunities to potential investors

5 VENTURE LAB Let s invest in something great, together. At SBE, we know that creating a new venture requires more than vision and a solid plan it takes capital. Our commitment to fostering risk-takers and game changers includes funding four ventures annually one for each of our four specialisms through the Venture Lab. Every student is eligible, so get to it and invest your time, energy and brainpower in a great idea. We might just invest in it, too Engine Shed in Bristol. Photo credit: Andre Pattenden

6 SPECIALISMS THIS IS HOW BUSINESS IS GETTING DONE You ve got big ideas. And we ve got four specialisms and an outstanding faculty to help transform those concepts into something great. It s all wrapped up in a fast-paced, three-year degree that will have you out in the real world and making a difference in no time. Design Management Even the most groundbreaking of ideas can fall flat if they re not backed by a rock-solid design strategy. Experience forming a genuine connection with your audience through meaningful design, and see how great ideas and brands are embraced and loved thanks to human-centred design. You ll participate in team projects that immerse you in the phases of discovery, design, and delivery. DESIGN STRATEGY DESIGN FOR LIFE Learn how to harness You ll research approaches innovation through a concrete and methodology to marketing strategy, and sustainable design while examine how leaders of some learning how to execute solid of the biggest companies design research strategies. encourage adoption of new technologies. Emerging Technology Today s technology is already obsolete. So how do you turn an inconceivable idea into reality? Learn how successful entrepreneurs are capitalizing on the unmet demand for products and services that don t even exist yet. You ll work hard to understand the relationship between technology designers and users, and learn how to implement a design process from concept to pitch, and beyond. PROBLEM AND MARKET USER EXPERIENCE AND DISCOVERY ANALYSIS Investigate how to assess Explore how visual market conditions for new communication, product products, and see and systems, and environments experience the technological affect the user experience, and creation process in action. learn how analytics such as usability testing can make or break an idea. Enterprise Innovation Social Entrepreneurship Game-changing ideas can take flight anywhere, even inside big companies. Learn how to form entrepreneurial ventures within established firms that have the resources and vision to bring cuttingedge concepts to life. All the while, you ll develop valuable skills such as modeling cash flow, sales and negotiation, and how to take a new product from lofty idea to reality. Want to innovate for the greater good? Your ideas can make the world a better place, so be the change you wish to see. Examine how mission-driven businesses effectively create social value and embrace sustainability as a core strategy. You ll develop exceptional leadership skills while learning how to launch, manage, and scale a successful social enterprise. THE ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGER NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CHANGE AND PUBLIC POLICY PRODUCTS AND COMMUNITIES Discover what makes innovative enterprises tick, and learn how to seek out opportunities and manage growth and risk in your entrepreneurial pursuits. Explore every phase of the product design process while you examine how intelligent design can be a driver of positive social change in the world. Learn social value in a public policy context and explore entrepreneurial strategies at work in the public, government, and non-profit sectors. Learn how to launch, manage, and scale successful social enterprises while you consider factors such as law, sustainability, and humancentred design. Engine Shed in Bristol. Photo credit: Andre Regini 08 09

7 THE EXPERIENCE A DIFFERENT KIND OF LEARNING TAKE THE LEAP. PROVE YOURSELF. CALLING ALL WORLD TRAVELLERS Looking to immerse yourself in a new culture and a new way of doing things? Take the leap! Studying abroad shows potential employers that you re an independent thinker who s not afraid to take risks and who embraces new experiences. More than that, you will form a global perspective on business, and be in tune with international issues, languages, and cultures. VERY ACCOMMODATING As an SBE student, you may elect to live in Charlton Court, one of Bath Spa s newest accommodation blocks. Charlton Court features 294 en-suite study bedrooms with free WiFi, 24-hour security, and shared living spaces. It s just a ten-minute walk from central Bath and a short bus ride into Bath Spa s Newton Park campus. Learn more about Charlton Court at sbe.bathspa.ac.uk OUR CAMPUS MAY BE SMALL, BUT THE CONNECTIONS WE MAKE ARE WORLDWIDE. WE RE CONTINUALLY FOSTERING RELATIONSHIPS WITH COMPANIES LIKE APPLE, DISNEY, AND NOKIA TO HELP YOU PURSUE WORK PLACEMENTS AND MENTORING OPPORTUNITIES. FACULTY AND MENTORS You ll be taught and mentored by some of the most prestigious names in education and entrepreneurship. Prof. Bill Durden became the Dean of SBE after a long career at Johns Hopkins University and Dickinson College, two top tier U.S. universities. And our Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Robert Clarke, brings 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and connections from the UK and beyond, to develop SBE s startup incubator, the Venture Lab. 10

8 LET S GET STARTED ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID WHAT WE RE LOOKING FOR FEES & FINANCIAL AID We take a comprehensive view of you, your interests, achievements and self-expression. Your academic Tuition 2015 / 2016* achievements are important to us, yet are not the 16,500 per academic year only criteria we use for selecting students. After all, many successful innovators like Bill Gates, Steve *Tuition fees may be subject to change. Check the SBE website for up-to-date information. APPLY IT. HERE. Apply now to become part of a rigorous programme of study Jobs, and Richard Branson weren t straight A students. We re looking for a solid academic drive along with qualities that show your potential and your commitment to leadership and change. HERE S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO APPLY Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards SBE offers a variety of scholarships, bursaries and awards every year to ensure that the brightest and best students can make it here. Check out sbe.bathspa.ac.uk/apply for more information. and experience the drive and passion that will shape the entrepreneur already inside you. At SBE, you ll collaborate with fellow students, tutors, and mentors to Application Download an application form at sbe.bathspa.ac.uk/apply Personal Statement You should submit a personal statement to accompany your application. This is where you can tell us about your personal and academic background and any special circumstances that should be taken into Financial Aid Financial aid is available for U.S. students. For more information, visit sbe.bathspa.ac.uk/apply Entry Requirements 300 UCAS tariff points One year of a recognised foundation programme, pathway, or bridging course at a standard that would permit applicants to progress discover your potential. account when assessing suitability for admission. Within your statement, you should convey your enthusiasm and suitability for entrepreneurial studies. This might include, for example, entrepreneurs you admire and why; a significant event in your life that has influenced the change you want to bring about as an entrepreneur; an entrepreneurial project or activity you have initiated. IB with a minimum of 26 points U.S. High School Diploma with an unweighted GPA of at least one of the following: > Results from 3 Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations with a minimum of 3 in each > SAT I with a combined score of 1700 and no less than 550 in each section (reading, writing, math) This piece either must be typed, and sent as a PDF file (max. 600 words) or submitted as a video no longer than four minutes in length. > SAT II subject test (any discipline) with a combined score of 1700 and no less than 550 in each section > ACT results with a minimum score of 26 NEED HELP? We have regional teams located across the world who are ready to assist you with your SBE application, and give you advice and guidance throughout the admissions process. Contact sbe.admissions@bathspa.ac.uk to connect with our team in your region. Design: Moth Design Inc. Copy: 43,000 ft Photography: Adrian Ray your completed application, along with your personal statement, a copy of your passport, and copies of your academic transcripts, certificates, and certified English translations (if required) to sbe.admissions@bathspa.ac.uk Please note that the quantity of submissions is not a factor in the selection process. Also, while we may reach out to you for an interview if we need more details, interviews are not usually part of the admissions process. International applicants from non-english speaking countries will be required to submit a recognised English language qualification. The typical English language requirement for BBA applicants is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) including a minimum of 5.5 in all bands. We accept many international qualifications. To learn about entry requirements for your specific country, visit sbe.bathspa.ac.uk If you do not qualify for direct entry into the BBA degree, the International Year 1 programme at Bath Spa University provides an alternative route into Year 2 of your Business and Entrepreneurship degree. See bathspa.ac.uk/iy1 for more information.

9 School of Business + Entrepreneurship Bath Spa University Newton Building (NE) Newton Park, Newton St. Loe Bath, United Kingdom, BA2 9BN +44 (0) sbe.info@bathspa.ac.uk SBE.BATHSPA.AC.UK The School of Business and Entrepreneurship (SBE) is an enterprise of Bath Spa Global LLP a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales with company number OC and whose registered office is c/o Bath Spa University, Newton Park, Newton St Loe, Bath BA2 9BN.