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BA (Hons) Business and Management

Develop the skills to lead in business management by gaining expertise in strategy, operations, marketing, and finance while exploring key concepts in global business environments.

  • Level

    Bachelor's
  • Duration

    4 Years Part-time
  • Language

    English

BA (Hons) Business and Management

  • Bachelor's

  • 4 Years Part-time

  • Build expertise in business management to drive success across industries

    Step into the world of business and develop the essential management skills needed to succeed in today's dynamic global market. This BA (Hons) programme provides a comprehensive foundation, covering key areas such as leadership, marketing, finance, and human resources. 

    Throughout your studies, you'll gain practical insights into how businesses operate and how effective management drives success. With the option to tailor your learning in your final year, you’ll be ready to take on various roles across industries such as finance, consultancy, project management, and marketing.

    Develop essential business and management skills for success

    Throughout your learning, you’ll build a solid foundation in the fundamentals of business, marketing, finance, and human resource management. 

    These core subjects equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the business landscape, ensuring you're ready to take on various managerial roles with confidence.

    Learn to navigate complex business environments

    The course encourages you to explore key global business dynamics and apply critical thinking to challenges across diverse industries. 

    With a focus on decision-making, business strategy, and financial management, you'll gain practical insights into how successful businesses operate in a competitive global market.

    Master leadership, project management, and teamwork

    Through real-world scenarios and leadership training, you’ll develop the tools to manage teams effectively and lead projects to successful completion. 

    Whether you’re dealing with operational challenges or motivating a diverse workforce, the programme sharpens your management skills and prepares you for leadership roles.

    Tailor your learning to your career goals

    As you wrap up this programme, you’ll have the opportunity to select optional modules aligned with your career aspirations. 

    This flexibility allows you to delve deeper into areas such as business law, e-business, and marketing, equipping you with specialised knowledge to stand out in your chosen field.

    What can you do with this degree?

    Graduates can pursue roles such as business consultant, project manager, operations manager, finance analyst, HR manager, or marketing manager. 

    You could also explore positions in business development, supply chain management, and organisational leadership, applying your skills across diverse industries like retail, manufacturing, and technology.

    How will you be assessed?

    Assessment for this course is a mix of coursework, exams, and group projects. You’ll have opportunities to showcase your skills through practical assignments that mirror real-world business challenges.

    Is this a part-time or full-time degree?

    This degree can be studied both full-time and part-time, offering flexibility to fit with your personal and professional commitments. You’ll have the freedom to choose the pace that works best for you.

    Entry requirements:

    This course offers two entry routes, accommodating both academic and work experience backgrounds:

    • Academic route: Two A-levels or equivalent
    • Work experience route: GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent, with at least three years of relevant work experience in business or related fields.

    If English is not your first language, an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 is required.

    What will it cost?

    The total tuition fee is £18,500 UK / £20,396 International (2024-25)

    How long will it take?

    The course duration is 4 years (indicative).

    • Analyse the global business environment and its impact on organisational success.
    • Master key business functions including finance, marketing, and HR management.
    • Examine how operations management drives business efficiency and growth.
    • Apply contemporary project management software to streamline processes.
    • Evaluate strategies for effective workforce planning and performance management.

    BA (Hons) Business and Management

  • Bachelor's

  • 4 Years Part-time

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