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Earn a Bachelor’s Degree with GBSB Global in malta

Study Business and Innovation – Get BBA in Malta

Study Business Administration and Develop Leadership Skills in the Dynamic Business Landscape of Malta


The Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation offers a contemporary vision of a BBA in Malta. This program combines a rigorous foundation in business principles with a specialized focus on innovation and digital transformation. The curriculum is based on technology trends and modern business processes. As we move further into a highly digitized world, this program gives students the keys to unlock new ideas and concepts, work across global fields, and leverage technology in business.

With the BBA in Malta, graduates leave with a solid understanding of global business skills and practices, and the know-how to lead diverse teams. Expect to learn about management and analytical topics, including operations, financial accounting, and strategic planning, as well as new advances in technology and how the pandemic and globalization have influenced business trends around the world.

During this innovative Bachelor of Business Administration program in Barcelona, students are invited to focus on specific areas of their core interest while receiving a comprehensive business education with a digital focus. Explore the latest trends in digital innovation, reinforce theoretical knowledge with a practical approach, learn to think with an agile mind, and easily adapt to the new remote reality facing the world today.

Key Information
Duration
Full Time – 3 Years
Languages
English
Location
Malta
Annual Intakes
October
January
April
Format
Face-to-face

Program Structure

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1st YEAR: COMPULSORY (60 ECTS)
Global Business Environment7 ECTS
Business Communication6 ECTS
Introduction to Digital Entrepreneurship and Innovation7 ECTS
Fundamentals of Marketing in the Digital Era13 ECTS
Principles of Accounting7 ECTS
Business Law in a Digital Context7 ECTS
Business Math and Statistics13 ECTS
Possible Exit Award
Undergraduate Certificate in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (32 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5)
Undergraduate Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (60 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5)
2nd YEAR: COMPULSORY+ SPECIALIZATION (60 ECTS)
Strategic Management of Enterprise and Digital Innovation13 ECTS
Managerial Accounting6 ECTS
Leadership and Organizational Behavior6 ECTS
Starting a New Digital Business7 ECTS
Business Economics7 ECTS
Business Research Methods6 ECTS
Elective 14 ECTS
Elective 24 ECTS
Elective 37 ECTS
Possible Exit Award
Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (120 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5)
3rd YEAR: COMPULSORY + SPECIALIZATION (60 ECTS)
Professional and Career Development6 ECTS
Innovative and Creative Thinking4 ECTS
Corporate Finance7 ECTS
Disruptive Technologies for Innovation and Change13 ECTS
Elective 14 ECTS
Elective 24 ECTS
Elective 37 ECTS
Undergraduate Dissertation15 ECTS
Final Qualification
Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation (180 ECTS, MQF/EQF Level 6)

Qualification

Higher Education Program: Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation

Accreditation Status: An officially recognized qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School, licensed as a Higher Education Institution by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (License number: 2020-012).

MQF/EQF Level: MFHEA deems this qualification to be at Level 6 of the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning.

Number of ECTS Credits: 180 ECTS

Program Highlights

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  • Accredited & Certified Degree

    Our degrees are accredited by the Department of Education of the Government of Catalonia, ACBSP, MFHEA and ASIC.

  • Exciting Student Life

    Beyond academics, the campus life includes social gatherings, city tours, and student sports clubs, creating a truly international and enriching environment.

  • Industry Experienced Faculty and Speakers

    Every faculty member at GBSB Global has professional and practical experience in the area they teach.

  • Hands-on Lectures & Group Projects

    The Bachelor’s program includes courses that provide practical knowledge applicable to the global business environment.

  • Workshops

    New undergraduate workshops are constantly being added to the curriculum to inspire students, increase their creativity and help them bring their ideas to life.

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Career Services

The Career Services team supports students and graduates in their professional growth, helping them achieve career success and unlock their full potential. The school offers career workshops, coaching and helping to find an internship.

Entrepreneurship Hub

Join G-Accelerator, GBSB Global’s own start-up incubator and accelerator hub with training programs that help graduates turn their ideas into potential products and services.

ERASMUS+

Study one semester at a partner university during your Bachelor’s program or pursue a traineeship supported by Erasmus+ grant.

Travel

Join study trips or transfer to another campus for a semester or a year.

Admissions Information

Our Bachelor program is designed for motivated students who want to build a strong foundation in business and leadership in a global environment. To ensure academic excellence, applicants must meet specific admission requirements, including educational background, language proficiency, and other key criteria.

This section outlines the qualifications and steps required for admission.

Additional information for non-EU applicants or applicants from countries that do not issue official documents in English:

  • Document translation fees: approximately €500 (depending on the number of documents). As per visa requirements all documents need to be officially translated into English in Malta.
  • Visa booking fee: €250 Authorities require all schools must book on behalf of the student visa appointment. This fee includes expert document verification.

Total: €750 (non-refundable in case of visa denial). 

Academic Qualification Requirements

For admission to the first year of the program, students should have completed

  • A/S or A levels at the appropriate level or the Matriculation Certificate Exam with three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D;
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma with 34 points overall or the IB Diploma with specific achievements in higher/standard level subjects;
  • GCSE/IGSCE “O” Levels: five subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D, and A/S or A Levels: three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D;
  • AP Program;
  • Other high school diploma or equivalent (other education systems).
Provide Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Native English speaker
  • TOEFL* – Minimum score: 214 (computer-based), 80 (internet-based), or 550 (paper-based)
  • IELTS* – Minimum score: 6.0
  • Cambridge ESOL* – Level 1
  • Cambridge CPE and CAE* – Minimum score: 169
  • Duolingo English Test (DET)* – Minimum score: 105 
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE)* – Minimum score: 54 
  • English as the language of instruction during previous studies in the formal educational system**
  • Internal English proficiency testing at GBSB Global 

* Formal English proficiency test score certificates must be no older than 2 years.

** The student must have completed at least one year of classes taught in English. Taking English language classes alone is not sufficient. 

Alternative Entry Routes

Alternative entry routes are available for applicants who
do not meet the standard entry qualifications, but have certain skills, experience and subject knowledge. These are are detailed in GBSB Global’s IQA manual within the “Policies for Admission of Transfer Students and Recognition of Prior Learning”.

The Admissions Committee may consider applications from suitably qualified students currently attending other universities, applicants who have earned a lower-level award, or applicants who seek admission on the basis of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Submit all required admissions forms and documents
  1. Contact the Admissions Office by filling out an online application or by speaking with a representative.
  2. An admissions officer will schedule an interview with you.
  3. Submit the documentation required by the program of your choice.
  4. Enroll and confirm your place.
Tuition Fees
  • Application Fee (non-refundable): €100
  • Registration Fee* (annual): €200
  • Administrative Fee* (annual): €950
  • Tuition: €5 750

Total annual cost: €6 900 (including above mentioned tuition, registration, and administrative fees)

*Paid annually for Every Academic Year of the program

Early applicants and scholarship-competition winners are eligible for exclusive offers and awards. For further details, please contact the Admissions team.

Amendments and Review

All fees are subject to periodic review and may be adjusted in accordance with institutional policy and applicable regulatory standards. Any changes to the fee structure will be communicated in advance of the applicable academic period.

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