Business Management BSc with Year in Industry

The BSc (Hons) Business Management with Year in Industry course equips you with the expertise needed to lead, change and understand business and management on both a national and global scale. Structured to reflect the changing world of business, our Business Management course combines the latest research and thinking with the philosophy that future leaders of industry should have a sound, broad-based business education. We advocate an enquiry-based learning approach; from the outset you will be encouraged to become an independent and self-motivated learner. No matter what the sector, organisations all require good leaders and our business management course is aimed at students looking to take up leadership roles. Our graduates are highly sought after for their critical and analytical skills, as well as their in-depth knowledge of current business practices.

James Ellis

Business Management student

“As a student that had never even studied business, having such a diverse curriculum has meant that i have experienced a range of business activities and processes which have now given my future a clear vision and pathway. I believe that by not limiting yourself to one discipline of business will make you a well-rounded individual, which will also help massively when you come to find a graduate job.”

Course details

The BSc Business Management with Year in Industry course aims to develop the intellectual, analytical and communication skills of students by providing them with a breadth of knowledge of business management, together with  the transferable skills (for example in group and team working) that are necessary to apply this knowledge in new and challenging contexts.

Given the fact that business is conducted today in a global environment and that it is necessary to be able to interact with other markets and cultures, an international underpinning is to be found in most modules. In addition, an appreciation of other contemporary issues such as digital marketing, international entrepreneurship and management strategy is provided throughout our business management course, which will also endeavor to impart a sense of corporate social responsibility.

Year one

Year one is an introductory year and introduces the key themes of the programme, e.g. marketing, organisational behaviour, accounting and finance. Students are given a thorough grounding in the subject areas that they continue in later years. The modules studied will mirror the UK business management course, from our Dubai campus.

At the end of this year, from June to September, students shall undertake a work placement in Dubai for duration of 3.5 months, which will be assessed via reflective assignments.

Year two

In year two we adopt a generalist approach although modules begin to become more focused and specialised; students must take at least 10 credits from each key themes. The modules on the Dubai business management course mirror those already offered in the UK based programme. The modules have been chosen as the most appropriate modules for the coherence of the programme, and the most suitable for the Dubai market.

Students also have an option to study at the Birmingham campus in year two. At the end of the study period, from June to September, students can undertake a work placement in the UK for 3.5 months that is assessed via a mini dissertation.

Year three

Year three of our business management course features modules that are increasingly focused. The year is underpinned by a compulsory dissertation which allows the student to investigate in-depth an area of personal interest.

Modules

All modules listed for this course are compulsory.

First year

  • Economics for Business (20 credits)
  • Personal, Professional and Academic Development (PPAD) (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Marketing and Communication (20 credits)
  • Managing Financial Resources (20 credits)
  • Managing Operations and Projects (20 credits)
  • Organisations, Management and Entrepreneurship (20 credits)

Second year

  • Research Methods (20 credits)
  • Responsible Business: Theory and Practice (20 credits)
  • Accounting, Management and Accountability (20 credits)
  • Human Resource Management (20 credits)
  • Intermediate Business Economics and the Macroeconomy (20 credits)
  • Services and Retail Strategy (20 credits)

Third year

  • Business Strategies in Emerging Economies (20 credits)
  • Contemporary Issues in Marketing (20 credits)
  • Crisis Management (20 credits)
  • Small Business and Entrepreneurship (20 credits)
  • Dissertation (40 credits)

Students who have taken work experience over the summer may choose the Professional Development module (20 credits) in place of one of the 4 taught modules above.

Please note: The modules listed on the website for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. Unless indicated otherwise, the modules listed for this programme are for students starting in 2019. On rare occasions, we may need to make unexpected changes to compulsory modules; in this event we will contact offer holders as soon as possible to inform or consult them as appropriate.

Fees and funding

We charge an annual tuition fee which is set at AED 94,080 per year of study.

Scholarships

We have a number of scholarships available for 2019 entry. Find out more.

Entry requirements

UK

3 A Levels. Typical offer AAB. GCSE Mathematics and English at grade 6/B required.
General Studies not accepted as an A2 subject but a good performance may be taken into account if you fail to meet the conditions of your offer and have General Studies as a fourth A2.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

6,6,5 at Higher Level to include 6 in Mathematics with a minimum of 32 points overall. 

GULF

Please view the Middle East section on the international country page for further information on entry requirements. 

India

  • AAB = 80% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 80% West Bengal or 90% Other State boards. Mathematics must be taken with a A grade equivalency achieved.

Please view our India page for further information on entry requirements.

Pakistan

  • The University will consider students who have taken A Level examinations and/or the International Baccalaureate (IB). Requirements for each of these qualifications is listed above.

Please view our Pakistan page for further information on entry requirements. 

American System

Either a total of 3 distinct subject tests from APs and/or SAT subject tests or one year at a Community College or USA University.

Other entry requirements can be found on our international students pages.

International students:

Depending on your chosen course of study, you may also be interested in one of our foundation pathways, which offer specially structured programmes for international students whose qualifications are not accepted for direct entry to UK universities. Further details can be found on Birmingham International Academy web pages.

How to apply

To find out more information about our application process please visit our 'How to apply page' before starting your application.

OverviewLearning and teaching

Learning and teaching methods on the BSc business management course will take the form of lectures, classes, case study work, online assignments and quizzes, presentations and self-directed study.

Work will be assessed via exams, coursework, presentations and a dissertation.

Contact hours

Modules will be taught in blocks over 30 hours per week.

Course detailsEmployability

As the University of the Year for Graduate Employment in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015-16, Birmingham is the UK’s number one university for securing a graduate-level job.

Our business management courses have long been recognised by major employers across all sectors of the economy. Our students find employment in areas as diverse as retail management, financial services, accountancy, motor manufacturing, management consultancy and pharmaceuticals; some become self employed.

Joe Cainé“Studying the Business Management programme provided me with practical analytical and finance skills which have helped enormously when a significant part of my job is spent in Excel trying to get to grips with managing part of a large IT estate and delivering monthly business reviews for such a large service with a high turnover.”

Joe Cane, BSc Business Management, Service Delivery Manager, Fuijitsu

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Your Birmingham Degree

Your Birmingham degree is evidence of your ability to succeed in a demanding academic environment. Employers target Birmingham students for their drive, diversity, communication and problem-solving skills, their team-working abilities and cultural awareness, and our graduate employment statistics have continued to climb at a rate well above national trends. 

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