BA Business Administration
September 2026
Full time
Three or four years
Available
Suzhou
XJTLU undergraduate students earn two degrees: an XJTLU degree recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education and a globally respected University of Liverpool degree.
Knowledge and skills
By the time you graduate, you will:
- understand various ways in which businesses can be organised and managed effectively;
- critically and holistically analyse the organisation and operations of businesses across different industries;
- apply a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods, including data analysis skills, to solve business problems; and
- comprehend the social, cultural, and economic contexts in which businesses operate.
The BA Business Administration programme focuses on both soft and hard skill sets that students can apply in real-world problem-solving situations. It equips them with interpersonal communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. Upon graduation, students are well-prepared for further study or entry into the real business world.
Dr Ying Guo
Programme Director
Modules
*Programme modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change. XJTLU students are advised to log in to the e-Bridge Portal to view the effectuated module structure.
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University offers a wide range of courses in the first year, including English for academic purposes (EAP), mathematics and physics, and humanities and social sciences. Click to learn more.
Core Modules
Artificial Intelligence for Managerial Decision Making
Introduction to Financial Accounting and Accountability
Essentials of Economics
Foundations of Finance
Fundamentals of Marketing
Principles of Operations
Statistics for Business
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Introduction to Organisation and Management
Entrepreneurship: Interdisciplinary Practice in the Era of Glocalisation
Core Modules
Qualitative Research Methods in Management Research
Market Research
International Management
Business and Employment Law
Theory of the Firm
Sustainable business transformation
Optional Modules
International Development
Services Marketing
Project Management Essentials
Entrepreneurship
Core Modules
Final Year Project
Corporate Communication
Managing People
Strategic Management and Business Policy
Psychological Approaches to Decision-Making
Optional Modules
International Economic Relations
E-Business Models and Strategies
Marketing Strategy
Business administration is a highly integrated discipline that covers a wide range of courses, such as economics, accounting, marketing, and human resource management. While it may seem complex and diverse at first, understanding how these areas connect reveals that business is everywhere. When you enter the workforce, regardless of your role, the knowledge and skills you’ve developed will empower you to stand out, seize opportunities, and achieve your full potential.
Jiyue Zheng
Alumna, BA Business Administration
Careers
Our graduates can pursue roles across public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. The programme’s emphasis on business practices within both Chinese and international contexts equips students with a unique competitive advantage in securing positions within leading global organisations. Furthermore, the comprehensive knowledge and skills gained provide a solid foundation for advanced academic pursuits and long-term career success, enabling students to excel in an increasingly interconnected world.
Overview
The BA Business Administration programme provides students with an engaging and comprehensive foundation in business. Students will learn to analyse real-world business challenges, develop data analysis skills, and create innovative solutions.
Throughout their studies, students will cultivate creative business thinking alongside essential intellectual, interpersonal, technical, and cognitive skills, equipping them for successful careers in today’s dynamic business environment.
Graduates will possess the knowledge, practical skills, and commercial awareness needed to excel across diverse sectors – including public, private, and non-profit organisations – opening doors to a wide range of exciting career opportunities.
Why should I study Business Administration at XJTLU?
By studying this programme, you will: