University of Greenwich - Business Management BA Hons

University of Greenwich

Business Management BA Hons

This degree in business management teaches you the practical skills you need to become an effective business leader in a range of industries and sectors.

Our business management degree is for newcomers to managerial roles or anyone with some practical managerial experience who wants to develop their management skills across business and management disciplines.

You'll develop a broad understanding of business management essentials by learning about leadership and management skills, business strategy, organisational behaviour, cross-cultural management, business research methods, ethics, marketing, and finance. You can also choose a project type that suits your interests (dissertation, consultancy project, or international entrepreneurship project).

You'll emerge with interpersonal and transferable skills and open a world of new opportunities to build a successful career as a business manager or to start your own business. Popular careers for business management graduates include a range of business management roles in the private, public, and voluntary sectors in large companies, SMEs, start-ups, social enterprises, and charities.

  • The course is designed to give you the skills to become a future business leader.
  • Our business, management and marketing courses are ranked in TOP 3 for course variety in London (University Guide 2021)  
  • Gaining skills in MS Excel, you will learn to harness the power of data.

Career Prospects

Will I have a work placement?

Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university.

Previous students  have secured a placement year at the NHS, Santander, Net-A-Porter, Intel and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

How long is my placement?

Work placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. You take this between the second and third years of study.

What are the financial arrangements?

UK placement annual salaries range between £13,000 and £18,000 pro rata. Some charity/voluntary work organisations offer travel costs and lunch expenses in lieu of a full salary.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Career options include management roles in the private, public or voluntary sectors of industry, including positions in general management, functional management (finance, marketing, operations or personnel), management consultancy or small business initiatives.

Are internships available?

Internships are optional, and last for a minimum of six weeks. Gain a Certificate in Professional Practice and valuable employment experience before graduating.

Do you provide employability services?

Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential. Services include:

  • CV, cover letter, and interview tips
  • Careers fairs
  • Overseas exchange
  • Mentoring

Course Details

Full Time Year 1

Compulsory modules.
Managing Organisations and Individuals (30 credits)
International Business Environment (15 credits)
Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)
Finance for Non-Finance Managers (15 credits)
Management Practice 1 (15 credits)
Principles and Practice of Marketing (30 credits)

Full Time Year 2

Compulsory modules.
Business Ethics (15 credits)
Management Practice 2 (15 credits)
Cross Cultural Management and Diversity Management (30 credits)
Organisational Analysis and Performance (15 credits)
Teams in Organisations (15 credits)
Future Paths (15 credits)
Business Research Methods (15 credits)

Full Time Year 3

Compulsory modules.
Leadership in Organisations (15 credits)
Management in Critical Context (15 credits)
Strategy for Managers (15 credits)
Organisational Decision Making (15 credits)

Optional modules
Dissertation (30 credits)
International Entrepreneurship Project (30 credits)
Student Consultancy Project (30 credits)

Optional modules
Small Business Development (30 credits)
Public Sector Management (30 credits)
International Human Resource Management (IHRM) (30 credits)

Part Time Year 1

Compulsory modules.
Managing Organisations and Individuals (30 credits)
International Business Environment (15 credits)
Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)

Part Time Year 2

Compulsory modules.
Finance for Non-Finance Managers (15 credits)
Management Practice 1 (15 credits)
Principles and Practice of Marketing (30 credits)

Part Time Year 3

Compulsory modules.
Business Ethics (15 credits)
Cross Cultural Management and Diversity Management (30 credits)
Organisational Analysis and Performance (15 credits)
Future Paths (15 credits)

Part Time Year 4

Compulsory modules.
Management Practice 2 (15 credits)
Teams in Organisations (15 credits)
Business Research Methods (15 credits)

Part Time Year 5

Compulsory modules.
Strategy for Managers (15 credits)
Organisational Decision Making (15 credits)

Optional modules
Small Business Development (30 credits)
Public Sector Management (30 credits)
International Human Resource Management (IHRM) (30 credits)

Part Time Year 6

Optional modules
Leadership in Organisations (15 credits)
Management in Critical Context (15 credits)

Optional modules
Dissertation (30 credits)
International Entrepreneurship Project (30 credits)
Student Consultancy Project (30 credits)

Sandwich Year 1

Compulsory modules.
Managing Organisations and Individuals (30 credits)
International Business Environment (15 credits)
Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)
Finance for Non-Finance Managers (15 credits)
Management Practice 1 (15 credits)
Principles and Practice of Marketing (30 credits)

Sandwich Year 2

Compulsory modules.
Business Ethics (15 credits)
Management Practice 2 (15 credits)
Cross Cultural Management and Diversity Management (30 credits)
Organisational Analysis and Performance (15 credits)
Teams in Organisations (15 credits)
Future Paths (15 credits)
Business Research Methods (15 credits)
Placement Preparation (Business School)

Sandwich Year 3

Compulsory modules.
Business Placement (One year) (30 credits)
Work Placement (Business School)

Sandwich Year 4

Compulsory modules.
Leadership in Organisations (15 credits)
Management in Critical Context (15 credits)
Strategy for Managers (15 credits)
Business Placement (One year) (30 credits)
Organisational Decision Making (15 credits)

Optional modules
Dissertation (30 credits)
International Entrepreneurship Project (30 credits)
Student Consultancy Project (30 credits)

Optional modules
Small Business Development (30 credits)
Public Sector Management (30 credits)
International Human Resource Management (IHRM) (30 credits)

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