Welcome to your course
We are delighted to welcome you to the International Business BA degree at the School of Organisations, Economy and Society.
The induction activities are designed to introduce you to the University, your course and to your fellow course members before you begin your studies and your course leader will be available to advise and support you.
It is essential that you attend all of your induction events, to give you the best possible start to your time with us.
Welcome to the School of Organisations, Economy and Society
A very warm welcome to what we are sure will be an exciting new chapter in your life and career journey.
Your course is part of the School of Organisations, Economy and Society (SOES), within Westminster Business School. We are proud to be a community that supports, inspires, and empowers our students—and we are here to help you make the most of your university experience, both academically and personally.
We want our School to feel like a home away from home. Whether it is through your studies, co-curricular activities, or everyday interactions, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way.
Located in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities, London is our campus.
Our student and academic community reflects the diversity and vibrancy of the city itself, bringing together people from all over the world and a rich variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
We are excited to have you with us and look forward to seeing you grow, make lasting friendships, and develop the skills and confidence to pursue your ambitions and build the future you want.
Collecting your ID card and completing enrolment
As part of your induction and to complete your enrolment, you'll need to collect your student ID card.
Your time slot for collection is:
12pm, Tuesday, 16 September
Marylebone Campus
For more information about enrolment, including related FAQs, visit our Enrolment for new students page.
Course induction schedule
Your course induction events may take place online or on campus – check the details for each event below.
The timing and venue for events may change, so double check this page closer to the date.
Students' Union Welcome Fair (Optional)
For more information, please visit the University of Westminster Students' Union webpage
10am–4pm
Location: Marylebone Campus
Collecting your ID card and completing enrolment
12pm
Location: Marylebone Campus
School welcome
1–1.45pm
This event is where the senior members of the university community will welcome you to the university and the business school, highlighting exciting opportunities open to you while you study.
Location: Hogg Lecture Theatre (room L294) (Second floor, Luxborough building), Marylebone Campus
Course welcome
2.30–5pm
Join us for an exciting course welcome event where you'll meet fellow students, explore new opportunities, and kick-start an incredible learning journey!
Location: CG28 Orla Gough Lecture Theatre (Ground floor, Chiltern building), Marylebone Campus
Course activity
10.30am–12.30pm
This event provides a perfect opportunity to connect with new friends, share ideas, and build lasting relationships in a fun and vibrant atmosphere! You will meet more academic members of the course team who are eager to welcome you to the University.
Location: B16 (IT Lab–Sub Podium), Marylebone Campus
Visit to the Financial Times Headquarters
Please meet at Marylebone Campus Costa Café at 1.30pm or at the following location for 2pm
2-5pm
Location: Bracken House, 1 Friday Street, London EC4M 9BT
Students' Union Welcome Fair (Optional)
For more information, please visit the University of Westminster Students' Union webpage
10am–4pm
Location: Marylebone Campus
Optional event: Outdoor Film Screening
6.30–9.30pm
All students are invited to an outdoor cinema event at the Harrow Campus. A cinema snack and drink (and a paid bar) are provided.
Reserve your free ticket for the Outdoor Film Screening
Location: Harrow Campus
Drop-in Q&A
10.30am-12pm
Join the Drop-in Q&A session on Microsoft Teams TBC
Westminster Business School Welcome Event
4pm
Join us for a special welcome event designed just for new students, featuring a motivational talk from our special guest, celebrity entrepreneur, musician, and author Levi Roots, best known for his success on Dragons’ Den and his famous Reggae Reggae Sauce.
Alongside a welcome from our Head of College, Levi will share his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to business success. This is a fantastic chance to meet your fellow students, course leaders, and members of the leadership and university teams. Come along to get inspired, ask questions, and start your journey at Westminster Business School on the right foot!
Location: Hogg Lecture Theatre (room L294) (Second floor, Luxborough building), Marylebone Campus
Key contacts
Course leaders
Thanos Fragkandreas
E: [email protected]
Dr Sylvia Snijders
E: [email protected]
Reading list
Your online reading list will give you easy access to the materials recommended by your lecturers. This might include e-books, articles, scanned chapters, databases and online videos. You can also find locations and availability for print books in the library in your online reading list.
Support and services
Welcome to Westminster
Visit our Welcome to Westminster page for everything you need to get started at Westminster.
Student Centre
If you need help with enrolment or have any questions, please use the live chat.
Academic English
If you'd like to hone your academic English skills, watch our Academic English for Disciplinary Study Module video for starters and consider joining one of our Academic English Modules. If you have any questions, get in touch with the Academic English team at [email protected].