BA (Hons) Business Management

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Course Summary

Course Summary

The BA (Hons) Business Management programme covers a broad range of management topics and is designed to give students an overview of how businesses work, and how managers can affect and improve business performance. The modules on the programme will ensure that students develop a good understanding of basic principles, important elements of management, leadership and strategy and develop skills that will support students’ employment or further study after they graduate.

The programme has been designed to support students’ future career ambitions – each module will require students to learn and apply ideas and to develop skills that will be useful to students in their future work. Students that graduate from the Business Management programme take with them a broad range of skills and knowledge that can support careers in multi-national companies, small business, family firms, the public sector, charities or help those who want to start their own company. 

Key Program Info

DEGREE
BA (Hons) Business Management
Awarded by University of Suffolk (UK)
CODE
DELIVERY MODE
Fully Online
CREDITS
180
DURATION
2 – 4 years

Online delivery

Online delivery gives you the flexibility to plan around existing work commitments and progress in your career while you study. Complete and submit your coursework from the privacy and security of your own space.

Flexibility

Study at your own pace. Our flexible online courses allow you to study while arranging your daily tasks and career needs. Manage your time effectively by taking one module at a time. Focus on your learning and create your own study schedule.

Experienced Faculty

Learn from experienced academics who share innovative techniques, research, and knowledge on up-to-date topics. Be inspired, challenged, and encouraged by a team of professionals to reach your goals.

Virtual Classroom

Study online through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), study module material, participate in online discussions with faculty and students and access the online library 24/7 with its complement e-books and journals.

Entry Requirements

  • The entry requirements for admission are:

    • 3 UK A Levels (BBC) or BTEC Extended Diploma (DMM) or international equivalent qualification, or a recognized Foundation Programme at the appropriate level
    • GCSE Maths Grade ‘C/4’ and above or international equivalent
    • English Proficiency:  IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components), or GCSE English grade ‘C/4’ and above, or international equivalent qualification, or Unicaf English Placement Test (EPT) overall 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in all components)
    • Personal Statement (minimum 500 words)
    • Up to date CV
    • 1 reference (academic or professional) stated on CV including referee’s full name, contact details, and relationship to the applicant
    • Valid, national photo ID

    Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirements stated above may be considered for Foundation Studies, which upon successful completion, will allow them to progress to their chosen Bachelor’s degree.

    Please note that this programme is only open to international students (UK residents are not eligible to apply)

What You'll Study

Foundation Courses
Name Code Credits
Foundations in Business and Management UMDBMT003 20.00
Exploring Marketing UMDBMT004 20.00
Academic and Study Skills UMDUCF001 20.00
Understanding Global Management Perspectives UMDBMT001 20.00
Foundations of Accounting & Economics UMDBMT002 20.00
Independent Project UMDBMT005 20.00
Entry Level Maths UUMA00 0.00
Induction Module UOS-IND-B-100 0.00
Year 1
Name Code Credits
Management and Managing: an introduction UMDBMT101 20.00
Introduction to Marketing UMDBMT102 20.00
Business and Economics UMDBMT103 20.00
Accounting for Business UMDBMT104 20.00
Understanding the Entrepreneurial Spirit UMDBMT105 20.00
Delivering Successful Projects UMDBMT106 20.00
Year 2
Name Code Credits
Analysing Organisational Behaviour UMDBMT201 20.00
Designing and Developing HR Activities for Maximum Impact UMDBMT202 20.00
Consumer Behaviour and Relationship Management UMDBMT203 20.00
Globalisation, Capitalism and Growth UMDBMT204 20.00
Business Ethics UMDBMT205 20.00
Designing and Running a Research Project UMDBMT206 20.00
Year 3
Name Code Credits
Leading and Managing Change UMDBMT301 20.00
Exploring Strategic Management UMDBMT302 20.00
Corporate Financial Strategy UMDBMT303 20.00
Managing HR Strategically UMDBMT304 20.00
Extended Project UMDBMT399 40.00