BA (Hons) Business Management

Setting you on the path to becoming a graduate with
real-life experience.

BA (Hons) Business Management

Certificate of Higher Education Diploma

Setting you on the path to becoming a graduate with real-life experience.

Accreditation

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

Course Duration

3 Years

Mode of Study

Full Time/On-Site

Qualification Code

BABUSIFT

Course Duration

3 Years

Mode of Study

Full Time/On-Site

Qualification Code

BABUSIFT

Accreditation

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

Programme Overview

This programme is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to contribute to an organisation’s strategic success from day one. We focus on an employer-led, student focused approach. A key feature of this programme is the opportunity to blend the latest industry insights with best practices and gain experience through real client projects, enhancing your employability.

While the theory of business management can be complex, practical solutions are often simple. You will be encouraged to apply realistic solutions to the complex business scenarios you will face as a graduate.

You will have the chance to study subjects such as Sustainable Operations, Responsible Enterprise, Macro and Diverse Business Issues, and Sustainable Strategic Agility and Innovation. These areas will help you develop and specialise in your interests, setting you on the path to becoming a graduate with real-life experience.

Importantly, you will develop an agile mindset, ready to challenge existing practices and contribute practical solutions to problems. You will also build resilience and mental toughness to face known and unknown challenges. Embracing lifelong learning will help you become real-world savvy, planning for your financial and mental well-being.

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Programme Aims

Understand structures of public, private, and not-for-profit organisations.
Acquire business knowledge and practical problem-solving skills.
Reflect on strengths, improve weaknesses, and plan growth.
Build global skills with positive and critical approaches to change.
Develop awareness of operations, management, economy, and environment.

Programme Structure

Foundation Year

Core modules:

BAM0001 Developing Personal Effectiveness (no credits)
BAM0002 Business in Practice (no credits)
BAM0003 Research in Practice (no credits)
BAM0004 Business in Society (no credits)
BAM0005 Communications in Practice (no credits)
BAM0006 Live Learning Project (no credits)

Alternative Exit Awards Available
N/A. No credit is awarded at this Level.

Level 4

Core modules:

BAM4011 People Management and Employment Skills (20 credits)
BAM4012 Global Business and Sustainability (20 credits)
BAM4013 Introduction to Data and Analytics (20 credits)
BAM4019 Introduction to Financial Decision Making (20 credits)
BAM4020 Principles of Marketing (20 credits)
BAM4077 Ideas Hackathon (10 credits)
BAM4078 The Power of Branding and Advertising (10 credits)

Certificate of Higher Education, awarded on achievement of 120 credits
at Level 4

Level 5

Core modules:
BAM5009 Consulting in Practice (20 credits)
BAM5024 Responsible Enterprise and Ethical Research (20 credits)
BAM5011 Project Management and Sustainable Operations (20 credits)
BAM5013 Strategic Marketing (20 credits)

Option modules:
Choose modules to the total of 40 credits:
BAM5028 Data Analytics for Business Decisions (20 credits)
BAM5098 Advertising and Social Media Marketing (20 credits)
BAM5063 The Business Communicator (20 credits)

Diploma of Higher Education,
awarded on achievement of 240
credits, including a minimum of 120
credits at Level 5

Level 6

Core modules:
BAM6006 Sustainable Strategic Agility and Innovation (20 credits)
BAM6009 Field Immersion and Leadership for Career Development (20 credits)
BAM6023 Macro and Diverse Business Issues (20 credits)BAM6014 Independent Professional Project (40 credits)

Option modules:
Choose modules to the total of 20 credits:
BAM6011 International Marketing (20 credits)
BAM6016 Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Strategy and Planning
(20 credits)

Ordinary Degree, awarded on
achievement of 300 credits, including
60 credits at Level 6 and 120 credits at
each of Levels 4 and 5

Programme Assessment

Formative Assessments: These assessments do not contribute to your final module grade but are crucial for your learning process. Formative assessments may include:

• Draft submissions: Receive feedback on draft essays or reports to refine your arguments and analysis.

• Practice presentations: Gain insights on your presentation skills and content before the final assessment.

• Quizzes and exercises: Test your understanding of key concepts and receive immediate feedback to guide your studies.

Summative Assessments: These assessments contribute to your final module grade and are designed to evaluate your understanding . They include:

• Essays / Reports: Show understanding, review literature, and analyse debates.

• Oral Presentations: Demonstrate knowledge with clear and sensitive communication.

• Independent Professional Project: Conduct final-year research on strategic business issues.

Entry Requirements

To be admitted to this programme, you must meet the University’s general entry requirements, with the following specifics:

• UCAS tariff score: 88-112 (Full Time) or 32-56 (Foundation Year)

If you do not meet these requirements but have relevant professional experience, you may still be invited for an interview to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding for entry onto the course.

o Applicants with an HNC in a business-related subject will be eligible for advanced standing entry to Level 5

o Applicants with an HND in a business-related subject will be eligible for advanced standing entry to Level 6

Top-Up Programme: To enrol in the one-year top-up programme, you need to have 240 higher education credits (including 120 credits at Level 5) from a business-related undergraduate programme, such as a Foundation Degree.