Bournemouth University - BA (Hons) Business & Management (Project Management) (with Foundation Year option)

Bournemouth University

BA (Hons) Business & Management (Project Management) (with Foundation Year option)

Discover the key processes, systems, and practices that contribute to effective project management, such as stakeholder engagement, organizational behaviors, cultural and ethical considerations, analysis, and decision-making. Improve your understanding of responsible business practices, as well as the digital competencies and cultural intelligence needed to work in a globalized and digitized economy.
Studying abroad at one of our international partner institutions
Study a broad subject that will serve as a springboard to employment in any industry, anywhere in the world.
Complete a 30-week optional placement, which will provide you with invaluable opportunities to gain industry experience and build a professional network.
Study at a university that has over 35 years of experience teaching in this field, excellent industry connections, and an international reputation.

Course accreditations

The accrediting bodies of our BA (Hons) Business & Management (Project Management) course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the BU Business School experience: 

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation is a hallmark of excellence that has been awarded to fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide.
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accreditation gives you complimentary CMI student membership, access to resources and services and when you graduate, you’ll receive a CMI leadership and management qualification in addition to your Bachelor's degree. 

Entry Requirements

  • GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework
  • 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
  • 102–108 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
  • IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Career Prospects

Our business graduates hold a variety of positions in a variety of industries. This course is intended to prepare you for employment in any organization, large or small, and in any industry. Before graduating, all of our Business Studies courses require you to work closely with the local community and businesses to gain practical and valuable experience. Learning more about managing projects of all sizes will help you when it comes time to look for work.
After graduation, you will have a variety of career options and will be qualified to apply for positions such as:

  • Account Executive
  • Associate Project Manager
  • Business Development Executive
  • Communications Assistant
  • Event Coordinator
  • Project Coordinator
  • Marketing Executive
  • Supply Chain Coordinator.

Course Details

On this course, you will be taught by a range of staff with relevant expertise and knowledge appropriate to the content of the unit. This will include senior academic staff, qualified professional practitioners and research students. You will also benefit from regular guest lectures from industry.

Foundation Year

Core units:
Fundamentals of Business & Management
Academic & Professional Practice
Fusion Business Project

Year 1

Core units:
Developing Management Competencies
Global Business Environment
Introduction to Accounting
Organisational Behaviour & Responsible Management
Business Simulation
Fundamentals of Marketing

Year 2

Core units:
Recruiting, Selecting & Retaining Talent
Strategic Management
Project Management
Option units (choose three):
Global Operations Management
Consumer Behaviour & Contemporary Issues
Branding & Integrated Communications
Supply Chain Management
Fundamentals of HRM
Globally Responsible Business Practice
Digital Marketing Fundamentals

Final Year

Core units:
Research in Business & Management
Organisational Leadership
Advanced Project Management
Core units (choose one):
Research Project
Consultancy Project
Consultancy Project:
Hacking for Sustainability Project
Option units (choose one):
Managing Innovation
Global Supply Chain Management

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