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

Bournemouth University

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

Develop a critical understanding of the retail industry's principles and methods of operation, with an emphasis on practical management skills as well as the cognitive abilities of critical evaluation, analysis, and synthesis. Specialize in retail management while also learning about other important aspects of business and management. Study abroad opportunities at one of our international partner institutions. Study in one of the most dynamic sectors of the economy, both nationally and internationally, with a wide range of exciting career opportunities. 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 on our BA (Hons) Business & Management (Retail 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.
When you graduate, you could work in a variety of roles in retail, commerce, and e-commerce, such as:

  • Buyer
  • Merchandiser
  • Trainee Manager
  • Store Manager
  • Marketing Assistant.

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
Supply Chain Management
Option units (choose one):
Global Operations Management
Project Management
Consumer Behaviour & Contemporary Issues
Branding & Integrated Communications
Fundamentals of HRM
Globally Responsible Business Practice
Digital Marketing Fundamentals

Final Year

Core units:
Research in Business & Management
Organisational Leadership
Buying and Merchandising
Core units (choose one):
Research Project
Reflective Practitioner Project
Consultancy Project
Hacking for Sustainability Project
Option units (choose one):
Digital Marketing
Fashion Business

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