Overview

The Foundation Program in Business at GBSB Global Business School prepares international students for university studies in Europe. This 9-month program enhances English language skills and provides a solid academic foundation in business communication, economics, and IT.

Students will gain essential business knowledge and meet university entry requirements while familiarizing themselves with the European education system. Studying at GBSB Global offers immersion in Europe's rich cultural and social environments, with options to study on-campus in Barcelona or Malta, or online. Our supportive environment, along with vibrant campus life in Barcelona and Malta, ensures you are well-equipped to thrive academically and culturally.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Foundation Program in Business are well-prepared to pursue undergraduate studies in business and related fields, leading to careers in international business, marketing, finance, and more.

Accreditation

The program is officially recognized by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) and is aligned with the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning.

Programme Structure

Courses include

Reading, Writing and Grammar

English for Academic Business Studies

Business English

Business Communication Skills

Economics

Business and Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-02 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00

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Language

English

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32

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Credits

60 ECTS

Pre-Tertiary Certificate in English for Business Studies - 30 ECTS

Pre-Tertiary Certificate in Business Studies - 30 ECTS

Pre-Tertiary Certificate in Foundation Program in Business with Academic English - 60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain
Birkirkara, Malta

Disciplines

Business Administration View 234 other preparation in Business Administration in Spain

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Secondary school leaving certificate or diploma.

BTEC: MPP.

GCSE/IGSCE "O" Levels: three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D; A Levels: 1 or 2 subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D.

IB first year or IB Certificate.

A combination of A-Level, BTEC, and other accepted qualifications that total 48 UCAS Tariff points (UK)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12900 EUR / full

≈ 12900 EUR / full
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

12900 EUR / full

≈ 12900 EUR / full

Additional Details

The total fee for 60 credits is € 12,900 for on-campus students and € 7,400 for online students.

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

This programme is taught in different countries. Which country are you interested in?

Country 1

Malta
Spain

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