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

Bournemouth University

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

Our Business & Management course is taught by BU's AACSB-accredited Business School, which is awarded to less than 5% of business schools worldwide. With nine pathways to choose from, you can tailor your learning to your career objectives. Flexibility to realize your goals - begin with a solid foundation in business and management in your first year, then tailor your learning (based on your interests) with a specialist pathway. *
Studying abroad at one of our international partner institutions
Study a broad subject that will serve as a stepping stone 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.

Course accreditations 

The accrediting bodies on this course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which are reflected in the BU Business School experience: 

  • Our 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
  • Our Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accreditation gives you complimentary CMI student membership (and access to resources and services) and means that when you graduate, you’ll receive a CMI leadership and management qualification in addition to your Bachelor's degree 

Business & Management (Marketing) pathway only:

  • Bournemouth University is a Strategic Partner with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), which means you can gain CIM professional qualifications as well as exemptions towards a CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing
  • Accredited by the Institute of Data & Marketing (IDM), Europe’s leading training and qualifications organisation for the digital, direct and data profession. 

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.
  • 102–118 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 courses require you to work closely with the local community and businesses to gain practical and valuable experience. This will give you an advantage when it comes to job hunting and will allow you to make useful connections within a business setting.
Our graduates have taken on the following roles:

  • Account Executive
  • Account Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • Business Development Assistant
  • Operations Manager.

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

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
Option units (choose four):
Global Operations Management
Project 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
Core units (choose one):
Research Project
Reflective Practitioner Project
Consultancy Project
Entrepreneurship Project
Hacking for Sustainability Project
Option units (choose two):
Entrepreneurship & Business Ventures
Managing Innovation
Global Operations Strategy
Global Supply Chain Management
Contemporary Issues in HRM
SHRM in Context
International Management
Global Strategic Marketing
Digital Marketing
Buying & Merchandising
Fashion Business
Advanced Project Management

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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